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12/02/09
Dog lovers make the best trainers
by Celso Flores at Citysearch
In early 2009, my wife and I decided to buy a dog for our kids, all 6 years of age and under. We decided to buy a German Shorthaired Pointer, mainly because I knew that the dog would become mine after the newness ran out for the kids. After getting our new pup, my wife and I were somewhat surprised with the amount of energy the dog had. Like all pups he chewed on anything he could get his mouth on, including our kids. We (especially my wife) were ready to get rid of the dog.
After some thought, we decided that the pup needed a more suitable outlet for his breed that would require professional training. After a long search, I emailed Shelmar to get more information on their programs. They promptly responded to my email and I made an appointment to see their operation that same weekend. During my visit, Martin spent over 45 minutes with me talking about his program and demonstrating the results he has achieved with two of his students. I was impressed not only with his dog behavior knowledge, but also with his results. Equally as impressive was the facility, built for dog training in my opinion. I stopped searching after that first visit.
Happily, we enrolled our GSP in Shelmar's 4 month gun dog program and WOW...what results! Our dog is not only a great hunter but also a great family dog. My wife could not believe the transformation...he left our home an unruly pup and returned a well behaved softie that our kids are no longer afraid to play with.
We cannot say enough good things about the Bells. They did great with our dog and would recommend them in a heartbeat not only for training, but for boarding as well. Shelmar is the first place we think of when we have to travel and will certainly return for further training.
- Pros: Great dog trainers, responsive to owners concerns
02/27/09
Separation Anxiety Bichon
by tiffpischel at Citysearch
My experience with Shelmar Kennels was extremely positive! My dog, Cody, was 11 months when I first got him and he had already been in 2 other homes. He had separation anxiety when I got him, he was extremely anxious, would cry (scream) if I put him in his kennel or if I would leave the house. He would not listen to us at ALL! He would run away from me, get in the trash and jump/nip at people. He would also have accidents in the house regularly. I was getting very frustrated with the little guy to say the least!!!
He is SOOOO great now!!! He comes when we call him, sits when we ask him to, stays still so we can put his leash on him, goes into his kennel as soon as we say, ?kennel.? Honestly, every issue we had with him has been cured. He has not had a single accident in the house. And he doesn?t CRY when we put him in his kennel or if we leave the house!! That is the best part. He just seems like a happier dog! It was definitely a good investment! I don?t know HOW they did it?but it worked!!!
02/12/09
Houstons Dog Whisperer - Martin Bell
by lindapoodle at Citysearch
Martin and Shelly - thank you so much!
Dede is a different dog to live with, she has no seperation anxiety issues anymore, she responds well to me when I give her commands and she will even stay and sleep on her bed now. The difference is truly amazing - and you were exactly right when you told me its easier and much more fun to live with a well beahved dog!
Best of all - she is still my baby girl! The training affected none of her personality and the things we always loved about her. Dede is so happy, we are so happy.
Love Linda and Dede
