REFERENCES:
These references all refer to a single 3 hour in-house consultation. They are totally unsolicited.
We
are having some great results with him and I sometimes wonder if it is the same
dog when someone walks with dog or without past our fence and he looks then
ignores them...... My husband got home yesterday to work men at the light pole
near our deck and they had their eskies etc set up at
our fence and Josh asked them if the dog had barked at all and they said no
he's a beautiful animal but he hasn't barked at us and won't even come over to
the fence. Thanks Grant your an angel. Jan 07 Brookke
& Josh H. Owners of an aggressively hyper alerting Doge De Bordeaux
Before the
consult…..
In you introduction page you mentioned leash pulling was a 'simple' behaviour problem. I disagree!!! I have spent many hours trying to change this behaviour with both my dogs with little avail. I hardly walk my dogs on a lead anymore because I come home so frustrated, it's not worth it. Therefore I am a bit hesitant and skeptical about paying more money and to another trainer and wasting time if it doesn't work. Since you guarantee your work, I am asking for your help.
After a single 3 hr
consult…
This morning I was amazed at just how quickly I got Charlie to break her lead pulling habits. Within 30 secs and only about three corrections she was looking at me for my next move instead of the other way around. I just cannot believe how much time and energy (and money) has been wasted on other methods. Achieving this has been a big goal. Since this came easily, I now feel much more motivated to improve on this and correct other behaviours. Therefore the cogs having been turning all day about what I can do next.
Thank you very much for helping us have dog behaviour we want, and not what I was sure I would just have to put up with!
You are more than welcome to post my comments on your website. If it helps persuade one person to go to you and fix their (and their dogs) problems quickly and easily, instead of wasting time and money on doing what 'another dog trainer' says then I'm all for it!!! Feb 06 Chris & Vickie (Owners of a willful German Shepherd and a Staffy Cross)
A week has passed since you came to our house about our dogs. Now I find myself trying to find new situations in order to correct our dogs behaviour. In fact we took our dogs for a walk the very next day and the difference was amazing. It turned walking our dogs from being a sometimes tiresome chore to a pleasurable experience, we are taking our dogs for longer walks each day.Overall we are very impressed with the way you trained us to better look after our dogs and we are sure that Gabby and Tyson are happier too. Thanks again.
Scott & Jill Howlett (Owners of a dog aggressive Rotty and Staffy)
"Phantom was a 36 kilogram, six month old Rhodesian Ridgeback who,
despite regular and strong discipline, still regarded himself as the Boss of
our household. He would jump all over us and our visitors and showed an
annoying tendency to mouth. After a 10 minute chat with Grant and reading his
information brochure, I went home and in 15 minutes had successfully eradicated
this behaviour."
"I then further applied Grant's methods to teach Phantom to wait until
commanded to eat his food, to allow people through a door or gate before
himself and as the icing on the cake, Phantom now gives me a reference glance
whilst on the lead."
"I was highly impressed by the fact that Grant invested as much effort in
educating me as he expected me to invest in Phantom and we are a happy team as
a result (I like being the Boss!). Grant's skill and professionalism are
evident and I would strongly encourage anybody with the slightest concern about
their pet to seek his advice."
Damion, Owner of Phantom.
"I contacted 'The Paw Man' in May 2001 when the situation with my German Shepherd 'Astra' had me at my wits end. Yes I admit it, I was sceptical at first. After all, if I have a problem dog, how could I expect to observe and read all the signals that she's giving me and I'm giving her. Isn't that something that only experts can do? And then I have to fix the problem following the advice of someone whose hundreds of kilometres away???"
"And in a way, although it didn't sound ideal, that's the best thing about
my experience with Grant. Not only did he give me sound advice on treating
Astra, but he taught me that the more you really watch a dog closely, the more
you learn about the dog and the way its mind works. In my case, he used one of
his favourite quotes ....
"Yer dog iss a talkin to ye, but ye are nay listenin
to im". I just had to work that bit harder to
communicate what I saw to him and the benefits were that I'm starting to get an
understanding of my dog that is well beyond the comprehension of people who
just 'look' without seeing."
"By the time I contacted Grant, I was really confused about what was going
on inside Astra's head. I thought I'd done all the right things, socialised her properly, trained
her etc, so how could she have become so aggressive? She would lunge at other
dogs and was becoming uncontrollable. The advice that I was getting from
obedience club instructors was mixed, but mostly I was advised to keep her away
from other dogs. This was a ridiculous solution as far as I was concerned, so I
looked for alternatives."
"I am really impressed with Grant's approach. He takes the time to explain
dog behaviour and believes that if he gives you a greater understanding why
your dog is doing what it is doing, then the solution
is simple. His approach is very much to train the owner as much as the dog and
to achieve a greater partnership. Grant continually encouraged me to contact
him with questions, comments and observations and said that he liked clients
with a questioning, slightly sceptical approach
rather than those who blindly accept his words as gospel."
"My relationship with Astra is better than ever and the change in her is
unbelievable. She's turned from a good dog with problems into a great dog with
Grant's help. His advice hit the mark, and YES, net consultations do
work."
Catriona J. (Owner of a once uncontrollably dominant German Shepherd)
"In September 1998, I contacted Mr Grant Teeboon to train my 6 month old male Labrador Retriever. Mr Teeboon came highly recommended through a friend who knew of his reputation as a dog trainer."
"I had been having some difficulty controlling my dog as a puppy, but as he got older and bigger the problem was becomming impossible. He was becomming more and more dominant with all members of my family and I was just about to start looking for a new home for him when I was lucky enough to hear about Mr Teeboon."
"From the very first it was obvious that Mr
Teeboon has a natural affinity with dogs. I was very impressed with the methods
he used and the results that were achieved. He gained control, almost
immediately, of what was a very difficult young dog. We managed to correct all
the major problems in the first appointment and I am very happy to report that
I now have a very happy, stable and obedient dog. Mr Teeboon's knowledge and love of dogs is very evident. I
have learned so much in a short period of time that I will be forever greatful. I found Mr Teeboon to
be very professional and an extremely capable dog trainer whose conduct both
personally and professionally demonstrate the highest levels of honesty and
integrity." G. Spinapolice, (Owner of a
"I can only thank Grant because without him I was running out of ideas. I was extremely frustrated. The neighbours were complaining and the dogs were stressing out our whole family situation. My partner and I were arguing because of the dogs. I loved my dog and everyone else wanted me to get rid of him. I didn't know what to do. I didn't want to get rid of my dog. I met Grant and after his consultation everything change(d). My dog became loyal, focused and lovable again in about 20 minutes."
" I couldn't believe it. I've been working with the dog as Grant showed me. The change is incredible. My dog the 'space cadet' doesn't bark at birds or butterflies anymore, or the neighbors."
" I had trouble leading my dog before with two hands and now I lead him confidently with one hand. I have Multiple Sclerosis, I don't get dragged behind my dog any more, we walk together. Especially now when I am sick I can still walk my dog, whereas before I couldn't. Grant took my dog from being an 'obnoxious pain in the ass' to becomming a faithful and loyal companion. We have even been doing tricks. All I can say is thankyou for everything Grant. Thankyou for sharing your knowledge. Sincerely greatfull." C. Curtis (Owner of a highly over reactive pedigree Cattle Dog)
"After seven months of fruitless training and hundreds of dollars spent at local dog schools I was wondering if I would ever be able to enjoy a walk with my dog, rather than having to fight him all the way and excuse his behaviour as excitement."
"Taking 'Blade' for a walk was dangerous due to his aggression, and his continual pulling on the lead was physically tiring. Leaving him in the back yard was just as frustrating as he spent his time barking at the slightest movement from my neighbors or destroying anything that was not made of metal. I couldn't understand why it was so difficult to control Blade, especially considering that he had graduated from the local dog school and I had followed the advice given by the breeder."
"In search for assistance I was lucky enough to find 'The Paw Man'. Grants service was outstanding for several reasons. Firstly, Grant took the time to explain how a dogs mind works and the dynamics of pack mentality. I, like most people, knew that dogs were pack animals, but I had no understanding of what that actually meant or how to use the dogs natural instincts to my advantage. Secondly, within an hour Grant had taught me how to handle Blade on lead using the most effective and efficient technique, a skill that I had not acquired at the local dog school. Thirdly, Grant explained and dispelled many myths for training a well behaved dog in the house. It is now possible to have dinner without having to put Blade outside and listen to him bark at the neighbours. Lastly, Grant has honoured his guarantee to provide additional advice when required, and he also provided an additional list of resources that I have found to be excellent for the continual progression of Blades training."
"Blade is now 9 months old and weighs 33 kg. He is very well behaved in the house and even the neighbours like him now. While taking him for a walk off-lead in public I relish the frequent questions of amazement from other dog owners along the lines of, 'How have you trained your dog so well? He's amazing!' and of course I take all the credit. My ambition of owning and bonding with a well-trained dog is now a reality."
" I strongly recommend Grant's services in correcting the behaviours of dog owners, and in turn, dogs. I stand by my recommendation by welcoming personal calls in relation to Grants service." G.Green (Owner of a highly strung Doberman)
I wasn't going to let my dog conquer me. I met Grant personally and my only
request is that he remains my teacher and takes on an apprentice.. 'me'. After meeting Grant I was
totally engrossed with the information and his gift of knowledge. I realised how much more I wanted to know, and loving animals
as much as I do I'm going to get into (dog) psychology.
"I engaged the services of Mr Grant
Teeboon in October 1998 to assist in the training of my Golden
"Although Remi and I had sucessfully completed a six week beginner course with the local dog training school, I was still concerned with certain behaviours Remi was exhibiting within the home environment. These unwanted behaviours included jumping onto couches, jumping up onto visitors and children and displaying aggressive and dominant behaviour when she was being fed. The more I tried to correct these behaviours, the more aggressive she was toward me."
"I was delighted with Mr Teeboons approach and the results that were achieved by the conclusion of the three hour consultation session. I was extremely impressed with Mr Teeboons knowledge and experience in the use of the 'Koehler' method. He communicated the theoretical aspects as well as the practical application of this approach very effectively. In particular, Mr Teeboon explained how the canine mind and the pack structure works and within this context how to use positive reinforcement and aversions successfully. By the end of the consultation session, Remi's unwanted behaviours had been addressed."
"I was also impressed with the extended support service Mr Teeboon offered. He provided me with a booklet that covered matters discussed in the consultation session. I found the booklet to be a useful refresher and reference tool. I also found the 12 months phone support service invaluable."
"Over the past 12 months I have found Mr
Teeboon to be extremely professional, well presented, understanding and
committed to his work. His knowledge and experience in dog training and behaviour
modification is outstanding. He has extremely effective communication and
interpersonal skills and is always there to provide the necessary support. I
would strongly reccomend Mr
Teeboon's services to any dog owner." M. Perrett (Owner of a once uncontrollably aggressive
More references are available on request.
Last Updated: 2 March 2006.