Client Testimonials

The “Oh wow, this is working” page.

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Happy dogs, happy clients.

Clients come to me with puppies, adolescents, big feelings, messy walks, barking, jumping, chaos, confusion, and a whole lot of “please tell me this can get better.” The stories below show what’s possible when empathy meets expertise, and when dogs and their people get the right support at the right time.

More Fun, Less Drama – In Action.

Our clients are happy to share stories of their success with you. Read what they have to say about dog training with Cued Canines.

Black-and-tan German Shepherd puppy with large upright ears sitting on grass and looking up with its tongue out.

Sarah is extremely knowledgeable and caring about her profession. She was exactly the right person to help me shape my puppy into the kind of dog I want. I will definitely have her back to continue training my other dog as well.

Lynn & Henry

Close-up of a small cream-coloured fluffy dog wearing a blue harness and looking at the camera indoors.

We just finished 5 out of 6 sessions with Sarah and we couldn’t be happier! Our Fozzy has learned so many things and Sarah has made it so easy to continue training into the future. We HIGHLY recommend Cued Canines!

Kelly, Steve & Fozzy

Brown, black and white dog sitting on a tiled floor indoors and looking attentively at the camera.

Sarah is incredibly knowledgeable and awesome to work with. She has so many great tips and advice on how to handle your pup in different situations and will arrange to meet you in areas to help change up the environment and potentially expose your pup to different circumstances to help you and your pup learn how to cope/handle that environment.

Andrew & Tiny Tim

Gray and cream dog with upright ears resting on a couch indoors and looking directly at the camera.

I have worked with a number of trainers, but none who truly worked to understand Ada and what might be causing some of the behaviours she was exhibiting. Sarah's understanding of animal behaviour and her ability to observe and assess what is happening with a dog are impressive. I also appreciated being able to speak candidly with her about some of my frustrations and fears and was grateful for her patience when I suffered some personal setbacks. I would recommend Sarah to anyone, not only looking for their dog to have a positive training experience, but for themselves, as well.

Melanie & Ada

Close-up of a happy black dog looking up at the camera with its mouth open and tongue out outdoors.

Sarah was a pleasure to work with. She is knowledgeable, kind, caring, and so passionate about what she does. Sarah helped us quickly determine the root cause of some fears our pup is having. She gave us practical steps and strategies to help our pup out and so many resources to assist us in our own education in order to best support our pup and set him up for success in life. The moment I spoke to Sarah, I knew her positive training approach would be a great fit for what I was looking for. I highly recommend working with Sarah, you will not regret it!

Brooke & Dune

Your commitment to positive reinforcement was what initially drew me to your services, and it provided so much peace of mind along the way. Throughout the training process, you were incredibly patient, flexible, adaptable, and kind. You took the time to pass on your knowledge and to answer all questions thoroughly. It's obvious that you really value everyone's comfort level, and you provided so many resources and ideas for us to continue working on. Your help has been so appreciated!

Vanessa & Damien

Tan and white beagle lying outdoors in the sunshine, wearing a collar and leash and looking off to the side.

Sarah takes the time to really get to know your pup and their issues. Although we are just starting out our work with him, Sarah has already been super helpful with providing us reassurance that we didn't break our puppy and providing some great suggestions and resources to help us.

Julie & Watson

Yellow Labrador wearing a harness and yellow leash, looking up happily while sitting on green grass.

We were so impressed by Sarah's heartfelt love for animals. She was very empathetic about how their humans felt as well. We felt ourselves relaxing and more understanding of how Gracie looked at the world. It took insight and compassion, and Sarah has it in spades. It was a joy to watch Gracie learn and have fun with her. Gracie and I looked forward to each session, and I know that if ever I have questions, I can count on Sarah to help.

Brenda, Lyall & Gracie

Small fluffy cream-colored dog sleeping peacefully beside a plush toy indoors.

My husband and I were very pleased with the training Sarah used to help us with our dog. She was extremely patient and gave us different ideas to help with our training. It has only been a week, and we are pleased with the progress we are making. We would definitely recommend Sarah for her knowledge and gentleness she had for our pet.

Kim & Darla

Sarah was knowledgeable, enthusiastic and lovely to work with. My puppy loved her! Her positive training techniques worked well and she was open to tailoring the training to my needs. Highly recommend.

Janette & Emmy

Black, white and tan puppy sitting on a dark wood floor and looking up at the camera.

We did the puppy program with our new puppy, Harley, and really enjoyed working with Sarah.

Victoria & Harley

White dog with upright ears sitting on a patterned rug indoors and looking up at the camera.

Minwaa and I both looked forward to Sarah's visits. Her calm, positive self and her vast knowledge about dogs and their behaviour taught me so much. Minwaa and I are both more confident and relaxed after working with Sarah. Thank you so much.

Joanne & Minwaa

Large black, white and tan fluffy dog sitting indoors on a tiled floor and looking up at the camera.

We have learned so much about dog behaviour and really appreciate your caring attitude both to us and Bandit. Very much appreciated that you came to our home for private sessions. A 10 out of 10. Thanks so much

Charlotte, Michael & Bandit

Sarah has been great working through our dog's reactivity. We noticed a difference in him after the first session in our home. She challenged him, and it was like he suddenly had the tools to understand what behaviours were appropriate. Thank you again for helping Jimmy and our family!

Lesley & Jimmy

Red Irish Setter wearing a red collar sitting beside a rural path and looking attentively into the distance.

We found Sarah just in time last year when we were struggling with some tough behaviours from Rusty, like jumping up on *everyone* and poor recall. She taught us some great techniques which we continue to practice today! We're so thankful for her patient approach with this big guy.

Jackie & Rusty

Brown and white dog lying on a stone patio and looking up at the camera.

Sarah did a wonderful job helping my reactive dog, Harley. She tailored each lesson to suit what challenges we were currently trying to overcome. Harley has improved immensely since starting her lessons.

Brandon & Harley

Dark gray dog in a harness and orange leash lying by a doorway and looking up with its tongue out.

Sarah was so positive and patient. Always ready to listen and come up with solutions to Hopper's unwanted behaviour. She truly loves dogs.

Ashleigh & Hopper

Large, dark brindle dog standing in a grassy yard while carrying a stuffed toy in its mouth.

Thank you so much, Sarah. We weren't sure what to expect as we hadn't done formal training before. You exceeded our expectations, and we are so proud of what Blueberry has accomplished and are so excited to continue on. We will definitely be back if we ever need anything else!

Susanne, Trevor & Blueberry

Black Labrador puppy wearing a blue collar sitting outdoors and looking directly at the camera.

I really valued the personalized approach to training that Sarah provided. It was tailored to our specific needs and desired outcomes. I enjoyed learning more about how canines process information, how I can better communicate with them, and I appreciated the clear training aids that Sarah provided after each session. Sarah was always happy to answer any questions I had in between our sessions as well.

Jackie & Sulley

Blue merle Australian Shepherd puppy with one blue and one brown eye sitting on grass and looking up at the camera.

I would highly recommend working with Sarah. She helped us work on training techniques that were specific to our breed/energy level. She has lots of great tricks and tips to help your dog learn quickly and easily. One-on-one training was personable, comfortable, never rushed, and she would answer any and all questions we had. Sarah is more than just a dog trainer, she is a teacher and mentor. Thank you, Sarah, for everything you know!

Julie & Oakley

Brown dog with large upright ears sitting on green grass, wearing a collar with a white GPS tracker and looking up at the camera.

Sarah is incredibly educated and knowledgeable, yet approachable in her training methods. My two dogs (including my very fearful pup) warmed up to her very quickly and she is like magic around them for training. Of course, the challenge is continuing the magic after she leaves, but Sarah provides tons of resources and information, in addition to being very easily reached for questions. Thanks Sarah!

Angela, Jake & Kuzco

Black dog relaxing on a wooden dock beside a partially frozen lake under a bright blue sky.

My dog was identified as a flight risk. My biggest fear is that he would run for various reasons and not return. Floki has responded so well to his recall training. He has surprised all of us with his enthusiastic attitude and success. It has helped us feel far less anxious about possible flight. Seeing progress was so rewarding for all of us. I lacked the tools to guide him before training and now we have solid direction to handle all kinds of situations. My favourite part of this program is the amount I learn every session. I love to learn the science behind their actions and how I can successfully take part in that. I also enjoy seeing how much my dog loves Sarah and trusts her. His life wasn't easy before us, but his trust in her speaks volumes.

Katrina & Floki

Fawn French Bulldog in a black harness beside a black French Bulldog in a pink harness, standing together indoors.

Sarah is a very talented and knowledgeable trainer. When she arrived at our home, we were dealing with a rescue and a rehomed Frenchie that didn’t get along. They bit one another severely and came to us with underlying traumas. With Sarah’s expert training, we now have two lovely Frenchies who are each other's best friends. We were able to address so many of the bad behaviours, and Sarah has coached us to be able to continue on our own. We will have Sarah back in six months to assess our progress. We would recommend her in a heartbeat.

Erin & Finnegan and Alita

Shaggy black, white and brown puppy lying on a bed indoors and looking directly at the camera.

Best training experience, with our 8-16 week old Bernedoodle. We did group training sessions with our older dog, but the 1-on-1 that Sarah offers is hands down superior. Training is focused on what skills are important to you and best fit your lifestyle. Sarah is so knowledgeable and easy to talk to. She is a dog whisperer, got my puppy to do things right away. I’ve never seen my pup so excited to see anyone, he threw himself at her every Wednesday morning for training sessions. We are forever grateful!

Amanda & Doug

Close-up of a small fluffy white dog with dark eyes and its tongue out, looking at the camera indoors.

I would recommend Cued Canines to anyone. The one-on-one training in my home was invaluable. I got a much better understanding of Sophie and cues. The training not only made me relax, but Sophie as well. I gained valuable insight into dog behaviour, not needing to be perfect, and realizing dog socialization behaviour. Using positive reinforcement and understanding more about dog behaviour has made a huge difference with Sophie’s quality of life and my own. My household is more relaxed. Sophie has only been with me 2 months after years of being in a puppy mill and shelters. This training completely made a difference with my confidence and Sophie’s.

Penny & Sophie

White curly-haired dog wearing a red harness and head halter, sitting on a paved path with its tongue out.

My dog, Cooper, was developing a pattern of behaviour that was turning into a safety issue. If he saw a rabbit, squirrel, or small dog, he would lunge and chase. Sarah gave me lots of strategies to change his behaviour. Watching Sarah use new techniques and then me doing the same changed the whole dynamic. I learned how to read difficult situations and then give cues to Cooper to divert his attention. Sarah knows dogs: she knows what they do and why they do it. I highly recommend working with Sarah.

Mary & Cooper

Close-up of a brindle brown and black dog with floppy ears, a white muzzle and chest, and a light blue collar, looking attentively toward the camera.

If you are looking for a trainer for your dog Sarah is your first, and only, call! She taught us how to train our dog who has leash aggression problems. Once we were trained our training with Beans was so much easier and gratifying as her aggression is becoming less of a problem. Beans is a rescue and came with some behavior problems but Sarah's training has really helped us understand and correct her behavior issues. Thank you Sarah!

Donna, Ron & Beans

Black dog with a white chest and paws sprinting joyfully across a grassy field while carrying a blue-and-white ball in its mouth.

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Small black-and-tan Yorkshire Terrier puppy with a shaggy coat looking directly at the camera outdoors.
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