Testimonials
| Private, in home training and behavior consultations are also available. For more information on rates and availability, please contact Pat Tetrault at topnotchdogs@optonline.net or 845-592-1688 |
We are always glad to hear from our students about how Top Notch
has helped them and their dogs! Here are just a few of the letters &
emails we have received:
has helped them and their dogs! Here are just a few of the letters &
emails we have received:
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Top Notch Dog Training
Top Notch Dogs, LLC
Gracie, Barry and I want to thank you so
much for all of your help! Our pet
adoption experience might not have been
so pleasant without you. Gracie is so
smart and loves to do the exercises you
taught us and learn new things too. We
still need a lot of work on recalls, but look
at her sit and stay!
We were humbled and speechless by your
awarding Gracie the "most improved
dog". She has come a long way and we're
all making improvements every day - we
can't believe we've only had her for 5
months!
Anyway, THANK YOU! Have a great
summer and we hope to see you in the fall
for another class.
All the best,
Sacha, Barry and Gracie
PS - Gracie went on to work as a model
in a Brooks Brothers advertisement!
much for all of your help! Our pet
adoption experience might not have been
so pleasant without you. Gracie is so
smart and loves to do the exercises you
taught us and learn new things too. We
still need a lot of work on recalls, but look
at her sit and stay!
We were humbled and speechless by your
awarding Gracie the "most improved
dog". She has come a long way and we're
all making improvements every day - we
can't believe we've only had her for 5
months!
Anyway, THANK YOU! Have a great
summer and we hope to see you in the fall
for another class.
All the best,
Sacha, Barry and Gracie
PS - Gracie went on to work as a model
in a Brooks Brothers advertisement!
I love the "Fun with Fido" class. Sandy and Freddie
make a great pair of instructors. The class we have
really works well together. We are all learning so
much, not just about dogs but to have fun with our pets.
Donna DiMarco
make a great pair of instructors. The class we have
really works well together. We are all learning so
much, not just about dogs but to have fun with our pets.
Donna DiMarco
Pat & Aggie,
I just wanted to write and tell you how much I've
enjoyed all of the classes I've taken the last two
years with Sandy and Freddie. Oliver is really loving
his time spent as a therapy dog at the Baptist Home
in Rhinebeck. I knew that a therapy dog would bring
joy to the residents, but I had no idea how much
Oliver would brighten the day of the staff. When he
walks in the home every Tuesday morning, he's like
a celebrity! Last week they even held a therapy dog
thank you party including dog treats and gifts! I only
hope his sister, Sydney, passes her test this July. I
just wanted you to both know how the training he
(and I) received brings joy to so many people.
Chris Grimaldi
Dear Pat & Aggie:
I want to let you know how well Henry is doing. Its
amazing!! Many people have commented on his
behavior.
Many, many thanks for all you did to help me with my
Henry.
-Linda G.
Wappingers Falls
I just want to thank you; I think you did an excellent
job training me! It’s amazing where I use to have
such frustrations I now have understanding and
patience. We now take nice calm walks around the
neighborhood twice a day and I have no back pain
from all the pulling and flying around like a kite
behind him. You guys have made a puppy and a
mom very happy!
Thanks again!
Donna & Duncan
I just wanted to write and tell you how much I've
enjoyed all of the classes I've taken the last two
years with Sandy and Freddie. Oliver is really loving
his time spent as a therapy dog at the Baptist Home
in Rhinebeck. I knew that a therapy dog would bring
joy to the residents, but I had no idea how much
Oliver would brighten the day of the staff. When he
walks in the home every Tuesday morning, he's like
a celebrity! Last week they even held a therapy dog
thank you party including dog treats and gifts! I only
hope his sister, Sydney, passes her test this July. I
just wanted you to both know how the training he
(and I) received brings joy to so many people.
Chris Grimaldi
Dear Pat & Aggie:
I want to let you know how well Henry is doing. Its
amazing!! Many people have commented on his
behavior.
Many, many thanks for all you did to help me with my
Henry.
-Linda G.
Wappingers Falls
I just want to thank you; I think you did an excellent
job training me! It’s amazing where I use to have
such frustrations I now have understanding and
patience. We now take nice calm walks around the
neighborhood twice a day and I have no back pain
from all the pulling and flying around like a kite
behind him. You guys have made a puppy and a
mom very happy!
Thanks again!
Donna & Duncan
Obedience, Basic, Puppy Kindergarten, Rally O, Breed
Shelter dog training, housetraining, APDT member, Therapy
Handling, Competition Obedience, Rescue dog training, dog.
Shelter dog training, housetraining, APDT member, Therapy ,
family dog trainers, family pet training dog. TV Movie dog
trainers training, family dog trainers, family pet training
Shelter dog training, housetraining, APDT member, Therapy
Handling, Competition Obedience, Rescue dog training, dog.
Shelter dog training, housetraining, APDT member, Therapy ,
family dog trainers, family pet training dog. TV Movie dog
trainers training, family dog trainers, family pet training
| This class is outstanding! I've been to another obedience class prior to this and the difference is so dramatic. The teachers here are true professionals. It is very evident from Day One that they have much experience and understanding of many types of dogs so they can tailor the training to each. I like the individual treatment that each of the dogs get. We come to class and are assigned to an individual cubby with our dog so the dogs keep away from each other and can focus on their tasks. In the other class that I attended there was a "free play" where the dogs would be taken off leash and allowed to run in a room with all other dogs. The intent was to teach socialization with other dogs. However, my dog who is much much smaller than most, was traumatized by the experience as many significantly larger dogs just overwhelmed him. The homework is a great reinforcement for the lessons learned in class and the homework sheets and "tips" help the owners stay focused on their tasks as they build on new lessons each week. So far, all of the exercises work very well when practiced the way they are taught! What a great way to build on a lasting relationship with your dog, developing good and safe habits from the beginning. Thank You ! Mary Hurley-Weeks |
Dear Pat,
I thought you'd appreciate this pic (of Pilot) doing a
down stay in the leaves.. He's a fast learner!
Thanks,
Mariellen Pangia
I thought you'd appreciate this pic (of Pilot) doing a
down stay in the leaves.. He's a fast learner!
Thanks,
Mariellen Pangia
| Pilot on a down stay! |
| Just a quick note to say Thank you, thank you, thank you! I don't think Lulu and I would have made it through doggie adolescence in one piece if we hadn't attended your classes. I could write paragraphs on how Lulu's behavior has improved, but as the old saying goes, “a picture is worth a thousand words.” Here's a picture of our granddaughter working with Lulu (this would not have been possible a few months ago.) (They make quite a team!) -- Azalia & Lulu |
| "Tucker Weeks" |
| Oliver the Therapy Dog! |
| Gracie |
Hi Pat !
I'm writing to update you how Indy is doing. Right now Bandit the Sheltie is
barking at something outside, but Indy is on the other side of the room from
me and is not joining the barking. I can't thank you enough for helping us
with Indy! He seems much happier, somewhat calmer, just in general like his
life is better.
We are taking each day as it comes and taking every opportunity to
reinforce good behavior. I felt so much better after your visit, my outlook is
much more positive now that I see that there are solutions to Indy's problems
and that they are doable. My husband and I (and the rest of my family) were
very impressed with your presence during our visit - I have mentioned the
experience to several people, and have also "liked" TopNotch on Facebook.
I really, really cannot find the right words to express the hope you have
given us, and our gratitude for it. I am not sure right now if we will be needing
any additional visits, but your number will always be on our bulletin board!
Thank you again!
Sincerely, Katherine Kirsch
I'm writing to update you how Indy is doing. Right now Bandit the Sheltie is
barking at something outside, but Indy is on the other side of the room from
me and is not joining the barking. I can't thank you enough for helping us
with Indy! He seems much happier, somewhat calmer, just in general like his
life is better.
We are taking each day as it comes and taking every opportunity to
reinforce good behavior. I felt so much better after your visit, my outlook is
much more positive now that I see that there are solutions to Indy's problems
and that they are doable. My husband and I (and the rest of my family) were
very impressed with your presence during our visit - I have mentioned the
experience to several people, and have also "liked" TopNotch on Facebook.
I really, really cannot find the right words to express the hope you have
given us, and our gratitude for it. I am not sure right now if we will be needing
any additional visits, but your number will always be on our bulletin board!
Thank you again!
Sincerely, Katherine Kirsch