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Testimonials from Sue's Clients
If you are one of
my clients and would like to add a testimonial, a photo or two
would be lovely.
Please email me on sue@sitdogtraining.co.uk
or write me a letter enclosing
photos, these will be scanned and then returned to you.
You can now keep me informed
with your dogs progress on my new blog

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Millie,
a Staffordshire Bull Terrier. A Puppy Pack Client.
Here
are a sample of typical emails between myself and Millie’s
owners Bev & Jean, edited to keep their privacy. To give you
an idea of what is involved with my Puppy Pack clients and the close
relationship that develops from the initial enquiry and as the puppy
grows.
Millie was14 weeks old on my first visit. click
to read more

Gallery & Testimonial posted on October 2009 |
Bud
We are the proud owners of 11 month old Bud......
click to read more

Gallery & Testimonial added 28th September 2009
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Charlie!
The
following is an example of my continuing Client support by email
after my first consultation visit October 2008 by kind permission
of his owner Tracey.
Charlie;
22 month old Chocolate Labrador.
Reason for visit:
Behaviour towards other dogs on and off the lead; poor recall and
getting his attention. Pulling on the lead.
Hi Sue
Please find attached some pics of Charlie. We have just about got
his Wait command sorted, I can make him wait in one room while I
hide his ball in another room, as for outside I just have to touch
his neck so he thinks I’ve got............click on Charlie
to read more..
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Randy
Reason
for visit, Puppy Pack, basic training & advice.
The
following is from my feedback form.
Q..What
changes have you seen in your dog and yourselves?
A..More
mature, controlled, but discipline comes with time.
Q..
What do you think of my training book?
A..Excellent!Good
advice throughout
Q..Any
other comments?
A..My
Wife found that the first session contained too much information
to absorb at once, so if you could spread it out a little, but that
said, the information was very informative and useful.
Christine
& Len Summers Jan 2009

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Pepsi
& Sky
Reason for Visit....Some
bad manners and disobedience, Pepsi, showing aggression to Sky,
both pulling on the lead, Sky's recall.
We
were very impressed with your visit, as both dogs seemed to
respond quickly. We have both since been using the techniques
you showed us, and reading the book, this seems to be working
well. Sky especially is making steady progress on her lead
work & recall. pepsi's lead work is also a lot better,
she seems to have picked that up quickly. They both seem happier
dogs, although Pepsi is still a little aggressive, but this
is improving. Thank you, you have helped us have a happier
and more balanced home/family, we feel better equiped to continue
to make progress with both Pepsi & Sky. We have just come
back from a successful weeks holiday where both dogs behaved
well and we all had a great time.
Thank you again for your help.
Helen, Chris, Pepsi &
Sky
(1st Sept 2008)
 
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George
We
are the proud owners of a 1 yr old male Whippet called George, who
we have had problems with since the day we got him! He was bought
from a breeder who didn’t take any care of the puppies’
living conditions (a garden shed) or socialisation, so we brought
home a filthy pup, with ulcerated pads on his feet and who was very
timid and terrified of everything. As he got older, he continued
to be very nervous, barking at strange people and dogs and generally
being anti-social. Walking him was an ordeal as he constantly pulled
on the lead and appeared nervous-aggressive to anyone he met. Also,
at the age of 7 months his health deteriorated, he developed regular
bouts of severe vomiting/diahorrea, stopped eating and lost lots
of weight. After a long course of treatment/tests and eventually
an operation he was diagnosed with Chronic Inflammatory Bowel Disease.
So, not a great start in life for him.
We
approached Sue for behavioural/training advice when George was 8
months old, having seen her website. George was refusing food which
at the time we thought may have been linked to his nervous disposition,
and we were at our wits end with his highly-strung nature! We had
tried conventional Kennel Club puppy classes but they were useless
as he couldn’t cope being in a packed hall with so many people
and dogs. So, after a couple of emails and a chat on the phone,
we arranged for Sue to come out to see him. During the first 4 +
hr session, Sue was fantastic with both George and us as a family.
Sue is just as good with people as she is with dogs, and had a wonderful
laid-back approach – not an ounce of Barbara Woodhouse in
sight! She was completely reassuring and taught us some fantastic
techniques to help him. It really was a revelation! I had owned
dogs in the past so thought I understood the basics, but had never
owned a nervous dog, so Sue’s advice and guidance was invaluable.
Also, the nature of dog training has changed a lot over the years
so I would recommend a refresher course to anyone!
Dogs
are undoubtedly expensive – purchase price, vet bills, insurance,
food, treats, toys, collars, leads, bedding, cages etc. But I can
without doubt say that the best thing we have ever done for both
us and George has been to invest in SIT dog training. It is well
worth EVERY penny, and when you realise how much effort Sue puts
in and the ongoing support afterwards, you soon realise she doesn’t
charge enough! If you are thinking of getting a dog or if you already
have one, I would highly recommend adding SIT dog training to your
list of ‘things to buy’.
After
our first session, I spent a lot of time practising the techniques
that Sue had shown us and found her ‘manual’ very useful.
When Sue and I got together for George’s second session he
was like a different dog! However, that wasn’t all….Sue
also went out of her way to help regarding George’s health
problems, doing internet research and contacting experts for advice
which she then passed on. Her support really has been marvellous.
George
is now 1 year old and such a good dog we barely know we’ve
got him. His health has improved a lot since feeding him the food
Sue recommended (Burns) as well as an Aloe Vera supplement. He is
a pleasure to walk and no longer pulls on his lead, and is far more
sociable with other people and dogs! It has been a real pleasure
employing the services of SIT dog training. It has given us a much
better understanding of our dog and has definitely improved our
relationship with him. Thanks again Sue!!!
Rachel
& Nick Ashcroft (June 2008) 
Thank you Rachel, Nick &
George, It has been a pleasure! x Sue
If
she hasn't sung my praises enough, Rachel has kindly offered to speak
to anyone wanting a personal referance |
31st
May 2008
"Since
you visited us, Evie has come on leaps and bounds. There is
so much improvement in her behaviour, there are too many things
to mention. Not only do the techniques you have shown us for
recall, jumping up, mouthing etc... work, you have helped us
all as a family understand how to live with Evie and what we
can expect from her. This has made for a much more relaxed household
and family life. Evie is now part of our family and we look
forward to her growing up with our children. Many many thanks
Sue, we truly believe if we hadn't taken up your services, Evie
would probably have been heading back to the RSPCA. Many many
thanks
Trevor,
Kirsten, Anna, Ben and of course Evie."
  
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Bruce
2nd
April 2008
Hi Sue,
After telephoning lots of 'behavourists' and dog trainers and getting
negative replies, I'm so glad that you could come to our house and
help us with Bruce, our Westie who was jealous of our baby and was
showing us aggressive behaviour. Thanks for all your help. We have
put all your training into place and he has responded really well.
We have even bought a crate which you recommended and he's getting
used to it slowly but surely. I really feel positive that we can
now help Bruce to not feel threatened or nervous having a baby in
the house, and to feel more secure by knowing his place in the pack.
All your other tips have been priceless especially how to stop his
constant barking. Its nice to be able to go outside and have him
sit and be calm for once! Thanks again, we will certainly recommend
you to other dog owners who are having problems. We will keep you
informed of how Bruce is getting on.
Lisa, Notts.
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Max’s
Diary… please click picture
to read more......

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Fudge
Knowing
we couldn’t have children, me and my partner decided we
would buy a puppy, so we bought a chocolate Labrador whom we called
Fudge.......
please
click to read more and view photos
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We
dreaded taking Smudge our 18 month old Springer Spaniel out
for a walk on his lead, as it instantly became a battle of wills,
and more importantly one to stay on our feet, due to him pulling.
Sue came to see us and within minutes of her putting her training
into practice, we could not believe the difference!
We
can now see what we were doing wrong, and how to correct him.
The Result, Happy Dog and Happy Owners! Well worth the small
investment in time and money!
Thanks
Sue !
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I
feel
very privileged to be able to share in the lives of my Clients and
their dogs and even though I spend such a relatively short time
with them, they all take a little bit of my heart. And so it is
extremely distressing when I hear sad news of the loss of one of
these special pets. No more so then the latter end of 2007 when
my Client Aileen, told me her beloved Kacey, a beautiful shiny black
Staffy X Boxer escaped out of the front door and got hit by a car,
even through her grief Aileen very kindly sent me these words....
"Hi I WOULD LIKE TO THANK
SUE FOR ALL HER HELP AND ADVICE WITH MY LATE DOG KACEY I only
had my lovely dog for a few weeks before she got knocked down
and killed but the training that Sue had taught me had been a
great help thank you Sue" 31/12/07
Kacey
Another
heartbreak I had was from a lovely family who I went to see for
a new puppy visit with 11 week old Dexter in September 2007. Dexter
was the most adorable chunky chocolate labrador, he couldn't have
wished for a more loving,caring and responsible family, sadly
Dexter contracted Parvo at the beginning of December which tragically
ended his short life, the family are devastated but have lots
of wonderful memories of him. God Bless!
Rainbow Bridge
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This
is what my client Leanne kindly said about me. Sadly she lost Simba
in 2007 year when he tragically got hit by a car after escaping
from the garden of a friend who was caring for him while Leanne
was away.
Customer
Reviews (www.freeindex.co.uk)
"Sue has been more than helpful in my view she has gone over
and above what was expected, I had a very difficult dominant dog
and her advice WORKED - wehey!! - Best money I ever spent".
Leanne Rose - 17 December 2007
Thank you
Leanne, it has been and still is a pleasure helping you with your
dogs and value your friendship.
Please click
on Simba's picture to view more photo's of Simba and his family.
Rainbow Bridge
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Hi
Sue hope you are well,we got your email thanks Patch is a lot more
settled now thanks to your help although he is running around with
his bed on his head as I'm typing this!!!! hope you have a lovely
Christmas, best wishes Sue,Steve,Laura,Gemma & Patch
2006

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Hello
Sue,
Once again thanks for all your help the other day - Rocky is already
showing huge improvements and as a result we are all really happy
(including him!).
Regards
Kelly 2007
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Elaine,
is extremely disabled with rhumatoid artheritis, she called me to
help with Millie and Poppy, she was relying on her son in law to take
them for their walks. We taught them how to walk with Elaine on her
mobility scooter, when she is feeling well she loves to take them
for long walks.
Dear
Sue,
Thank you very much for my homework and the other information. After
only two days I see an improvement , its hard work but rewarding.
Looking forward to seeing you again soon.
xElaine, Millie & Poppy
2007
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Hi Sue,
Thanks for the much appreciated advice
on introducing Badger and Milly. So far so good, the cage is working
as she regards this as her bed. She slept all night in the cage without
a whimper unlike the previous night when we didn`t get any sleep because
she wanted to be upstairs on the bed! Walking together is fine Badger
ignores her completely is this a good thing? Ants had them in the
room together with the help of annie holding one dog each and again
Badger looked the other way and Milly barked at him.
The first walk together Milly chased
badger all over the fields playfully and we thought great, but he
had a scuffle with her in the garden and now he ignores her and she
is a little wary of him. The kids adore Milly she has settled already,
has a great personality loves walking I just hope Badger accepts her.
Once again thankyou we wouldn`t have
had the confidence to take on this responsability without your expert
advice.
Wendy, Ant and family 2007
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Hi Sue Thank you for your
comments. It has been a real eye opener since your first visit and
Bruces behavior
and our understanding has improved no end. As you are aware Roses
recent problems has meant she has found it difficult to assert her
authority generally (not just with Bruce} and her confidence was
at an all time low. However since you have given her some of the
tools to deal with Bruce her confidence is noticibly improved. The
suggestions with regard to the tether for visitors and the whistle
are great. Despite Bruces foibles we are very fond of him and fully
appreciate that his "quirks" are of our creation. Of course
we would be more than happy to contribute to your site and and look
forward to seeing it.
Regards
Andy & Rose
2007
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I
hope you get this e-mail. I've never even seen one sent before,
never mind trying it myself ! The dogs are now exercised at
least once a day and diet is going well. We're being very strict.They
both like the Burns food but they don't stock it in the shops
I go to. I tried them on James Wellbeloved food which has similar
ingredients and they don't seem to mind that. dogs seem a little
calmer now.
Thanks for your help. Anne & Stan. Jack & Maisie 2007
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Got your email ok this time
really pleased we got in touch with you, your visit did teach us a
lot and we will be keeping in touch to let you know our progress.
thanks Barry Lisa and family (Brin) 2007
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Gill
and I were pleased to have used your expertise and Holly has really
benefited from your involvement. We, too, have learned a lot from
watching and being with you. We are pleased that we worked with you
and would be more than happy to recommend your services.
Phil Midgley 2008
Sue,
many apologies for not being in touch. Gill and I hope that everything
is going well with your business. I am glad that our recommendation
turned out well for you.
Attached are some photos of Holly. She really hates having her photo
taken and hides from the camera. She is doing very well and very much
part of the family. She is a lovely dog with a wonderful personality.
She is very obedient - apart from still pulling somewhat on the lead.
What is nice is that she is invited to friends who make her feel welcome
because she is no trouble.
Holly's mother is expecting (hopefully) and we will be getting another
one from the litter - different father.
Please feel free to drop round and see us and Holly.We're sure that
you will be proud of your efforts.
Gill & Phil Midgley 26-4-2008
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