My wife and I recently completed Dog Training Elite Upstate SC's one-on-one training program with our rescue dog, Ruby, and we could not be happier with the results.
When we first adopted Ruby, she was reactive toward strangers, children, and other dogs. Because we enjoy traveling once or twice a year, we knew she needed formal training to help her become more confident and comfortable in new situations. We met with several trainers who all seemed knowledgeable and capable, but we ultimately chose DTE because Jared Smearman treated Ruby as an important member of our family rather than a dog that needed training. We also appreciated the opportunity to participate directly in the training process instead of sending her away to a boarding program.
One of the biggest surprises was how quickly we learned to communicate with Ruby. Jared and Sydney provided practical methods and valuable insight that helped us become better dog owners while strengthening our bond with her. Ruby learned commands such as come, off, quiet, place, heel, sit, and down.
Today, Ruby is happier, more confident, and significantly less reactive than when we adopted her. It has been such a relief to trust her in situations that once felt stressful and to watch her true personality emerge. The investment in training has improved not only Ruby's life but ours as well.
If you are looking for a trainer who genuinely cares about both dogs and their families, I recommend Dog Training Elite Upstate SC. Their program exceeded our expectations, and we are grateful for everything Jared and Sydney did to help Ruby succeed.
