Dog Training Reviews

My puppy was with Ralf for two months awaiting approval to travel. When he joined me, he was not only trained, he was a very happy dog. This business is aptly named. Ralf is knowledgeable, kind, and patient. His techniques produced a well-adjusted, well-mannered, playful dog. I highly recommend Happy Dog Training and Ralf!

— Robin B.

Rukus is an amazing dog. The training he had at Happy Dog Training was life-changing for the better. He is so loving, and he listens so well. We can’t say enough about Ralf and the magic he has on our animals. Our Rukus is wonderful. He was good before, but he is great now. Thank you, Ralf!

— John & Isa

Ralf truly worked wonders on our Malinois puppy, Zeus. He was only ten weeks old when we took him to Happy Dog Training for two months of boarding and Training. Let me tell you that it was worth every penny. The puppy we dropped off and the puppy we picked up are two different dogs.

We had struggled with Zeus nipping at our girls and were fearful we would have to get rid of him. He discovered what made Zeus tick and developed a way to redirect his energy. Ralf communicated with us well during the two months, sending videos and pictures. Upon pick up, he gave us written instructions to help with his adjustment back to us. The piece of mind to be able to contact Ralf if we have any issues in the future is an added benefit. Highly recommended!

— Jessie G.

My husband and I had rescued a pit bull puppy that had been abandoned. She had absolutely no human interaction. She never had been on a leash nor had a dog collar on ever. Her name is Coco. We did not know what to do with her. We were not going to allow her to go to the dog pound. They would instantly euthanize her because of her out-of-control behavior. I was recommended to Happy Dog Training by my sister, who has had numerous dogs trained by Ralf. We sent the sweet little puppy pit bull Coco to Happy Dog Training for a three-month training program.

Unfortunately, during the training, the COVID-19 pandemic hit the USA. As a result, Ralf had to keep her for a few more weeks due to COVID. During her stay and training sessions for those months, she was like a new dog. He did miracles for this dog. When we first rescued this puppy pit bull, we did not think she would have a chance. The behavioral issue seemed like there was no chance. She had such bad abandonment issues, to where she would jump out of control and fight other dogs. When we would try to take her on a walk, she would just rip us down the street.

Coco Became A Great Dog

During her four-month stay with Ralf, she became a completely new dog. She stopped jumping like a crazy dog. Now walks on a leash without ripping you down the street and obeys all commands. As I said, I thought there was no hope for this dog. If anybody reads this post and you have a dog that has any kind of behavioral issues, do not give up, take the dog to Happy Dog Training. Ralf is the dog whisperer to our family and me. He treated our dog so wonderfully. He is a very knowledgeable, professional dog trainer. When the time comes for us to get another dog, we will for sure be taking the new dog to Ralf as well. I definitely will give Happy Dog Training 10 stars.

— Kara H.