Success Stories
Ace’s Story - 6 Week Aggression Rehab Board & Train
Ace was referred to us after biting another trainer. He would lash out when he got overstimulated and even though he’s a small package, he has plenty of power and unfortunately that made him dangerous. We worked with Ace over 6 weeks and changed his outlook on life and taught him better coping skills to make him safer.
I can’t thank them enough for a job well done with my baby Ace! Before he went to training, every time visitors came over I would have to put him in the kennel because he would growl or bark at them. He was very unpredictable with strangers! I had visitors come over for Mother’s Day and Ace amazed me!! He was well behave! He didn’t bark or growl. He followed all commands!! He was able to sit outside with everyone. I am one happy mom!! 🙌🏾🙌🏾
-Ace’s Owner
Dodger’s Story - Private Lessons
Dodger is a Bernedoodle who loved to go everywhere with his family but didn’t love listening. Anytime he was off leash he would play catch me if you can and often ran across the baseball fields of his kids games. Anytime he was on leash he would pull so hard he nearly crashed one of his kids into tree. It was Dodger’s family dream to be able to walk him nicely on leash and have him off leash without worrying about getting him back.
After Dodger tried to join Kate’s softball team……we realized we needed some training for our 11 month old bernedoodle.
He’s had two (I’ll say that one more time - TWO) training lessons with Cari Brooks and the difference has been unbelievable. He was a dog that pulled on the lease, sniffed every bush, and was basically NO fun to walk - actually if I’m being honest he walked me! Our kids could no longer walk him - too dangerous. If he saw anything he would bolt towards it. NOW…he’s a dog that pays attention to me….he doesn’t pull. He stays by my side. He knows ‘place’ and will sit in a designated area until we tell him to ‘break’. I never thought it was possible!
-Dodger’s Owner
Zorro’s Story - 2 week Board & Train
Zorro’s owners found us through our shared love of Dobermans. We watched Zorro when he just just a puppy and helped post his ears. When he was older, he came back for training and rocked our Advanced Off Leash Board & Train.
Cari and her team did an amazing job with our 6 month old Doberman. Zorro was stubborn and did what he wanted to around the house (jumping on people, counter-surfing, stealing shoes/clothes/pillows/blankets, and refusing to stay on place or go in his crate. After his board and train he complies with all his trained commands and has learned our house isn't his personal playground to take what he wants. We couldn’t be happier with the outcome. Carrie and her team were also available when we fell behind on trimming his nails and needed a refresher on the best approach.
-Zorro’s Owner
Sentry’s Story - 2 week Board & Train
Sentry was a rambunctious young Malinios who needed direction and an outlet. This high drive breed is not for the faint of heart and his owners really stepped up. Sentry didn’t like to do anything he was told, he was on his own timeline and made his own choices. Unfortunately that made his hard to live with and a potential liability if his behavior escalated. We were able to give him the freedom of off leash reliability and create a communication system both him and his owners could master.
Cari and her crew are absolutely amazing!! I truly don’t know how they transformed my 7 month Mal into such a well behaved, obedient dog in just 2 weeks. My entire extended family and friends are just as impressed with what a great dog he is now. Best money spent! Thank you!!
-Sentry’s Owner
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Positive: Professionalism, Reliability, Responsiveness, Value
My dog was a wild, hyper puppy. I cannot thank Southern Peak enough to change our pup’s life. He is obedient and understands exactly what we are asking him to do. He is more calm and good with people/distractions. Last night we took him for trick or treating and he was the most well behaved fur baby! We were informed about his progress time to time when he was in their board and train program. Very responsive and professional and we were made aware of all the decisions being taken. It was a pleasure to work with Southern Peak. In these peaks you see Duke sitting “in place “ he never could stay in one place for more than 2 minutes. Now he waits for our command to follow directions! Huge improvement!
— Duke’s Owner
Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Reliability, Responsiveness, Value
Cari and crew at Southern Peak K-9 are absolutely amazing!! I truly don’t know how they transformed my 7 month Mal into such a well behaved, obedient dog in just 2 weeks. My entire extended family and friends are just as impressed with what a great dog he is now. Best money spent! Thank you!!
— Sentry’s Owner
Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Reliability, Responsiveness, Value
My experience with Southern Peak K-9 has been awesome. My 2 year old Cane Corso was there for behavior modification and has made huge strides. His time there has been well worth their time and effort. They treated him as if he were their own and kept me informed every step of the way. They were really thorough and I would recommend them to anyone!!!!!
— Priest’s Owner
Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Reliability, Responsiveness, Value
Cari and her team did an amazing job with our 6 month old Doberman. Zorro was stubborn and did what he wanted to around the house (jumping on people, counter-surfing, stealing shoes/clothes/pillows/blankets, and refusing to stay on place or go in his crate. After his board and train he complies with all his trained commands and has learned our house isn't his personal playground to take what he wants. We couldn’t be happier with the outcome. Cari and her team were also available when we fell behind on trimming his nails and needed a refresher on the best approach. Would 💯 recommend Southern Peak K-9 for any dog training needs.
— Zorro’s Owner
Having a 17 month old labradoodle has its challenges. In September, we were lucky enough to have Cari come and work with us and our dog, Kuma, while she was visiting in Oregon. Kuma had been struggling on walks, recall off leash and anxiety about people coming to our house. With only a couple hours of guidance from Cari, our pup is coming along so well! He is learning to heel, excelling in recall off leash and has learned to get in his bed when visitors arrive and is staying calm until he is released! We have come to realize how smart Kuma is and that WE were the ones that really needed the training. You will not find a more compassionate and professional trainer than Cari!
— Kuma’s Owner
Cari trained our VERY stubborn Chow Chow into an incredible angel. Her manners are amazing, she's calm with other dogs, and she listens to our every word. In addition to that, we were given the tools to continue this good behavior to make sure it doesn't go away over time.
— Nacho’s Owner