As
a rescue shelter we often take in dogs who have been
abandoned,
neglected or abused. Working with Josh at Doggy Tales
has been an
amazing expirience and the genuine care he shows for
these precious
animals is really touching. As a Professional Josh is
impeccable and
his
methods of positive reinforcement are very much in line
with what Room
for One More is about. He has shown a real love for
the work he does in
handling
some of our toughest cases. He has taught us more about
how to
provide
a more stable environment for the animals in our care
and his
methods reflect the kindness he has and gives these
neglected animals
the first taste of stability they have ever known. We
have seen so much
improvement
in a short period of time with a dog that no one would
have
ever
thought could learn to trust again. She is a different
dog and to
see the way she has found her confidence again is thrilling!
Sy
Campbell
Room for One More
Animal Rescue Shelter
We called Joshua of Doggy Tales Training when we were
looking for help with some of our dogs that need special
attention in order for them to be more easily adopted.
In speaking with Josh, he seemed to align with our belief
that each dog is special and deserves the chance to
find a better life. We never just give up on a dog or
assume a dog is unadoptable because of their breed.
We try and match dog and adopter to the best of our
abilities. We liked Joshua’s philosophy regarding
rehabilitating and healing those dogs whose pasts may
have left them scarred, sometimes both emotionally and
physically. This is a big part of our mission, and we,
as do most other shelters, work with what limited resources
we have solely for the animals – it is truly a
labor of love.
Josh has generously volunteered his time and expertise
to work with both our staff and the dogs, and we have
already seen remarkable results. Our staff really knows
and truly cares about our dogs, and they like Josh’s
approach. He is working with one dog at a time in order
to pinpoint behaviors that need addressing, and he is
offering sensible, accurate plans of action for these
dogs.
We look forward to a long and mutually rewarding relationship
with Joshua – our dogs are responding well, our
employees are happy and receptive to his methods, and
we are thankful that he is helping us in our efforts
to rehome these dogs.
PAWS Animal Shelter, located in Montclair, New Jersey,
houses approximately 30 dogs at any given time, most
of which are brought in by Animal Control. We have one
of the highest adoption rates in New Jersey, even considering
the stringent application process we follow regarding
any adoption. We screen applicants, perform home checks
for safety issues, and provide veterinary care to all
our “residents” to make the transition to
a good, adoptive home as stress-free for the dog as
possible. We are a “low-kill” shelter that
prefers to find the good qualities in every dog (and
cat) that comes through our doors, and work with that
dog until we can hopefully find the most suitable home.
We euthanize only in extreme circumstances -- cases
of severe aggression/bite histories, or terminal illness
where quality of life is compromised. Most times we
have no history on these dogs. They come in all shapes,
sizes and breeds. We have a great staff, very dedicated
volunteers, including the adoption team who works almost
around the clock to find good homes. We’ve been
sheltering and caring for Montclair’s homeless
animals for over 30 years.
PAWS
Animal Shelter, Montclair, New Jersey
Josh
of Doggy Tales training has helped save my rescue dogs
and has made them adoptable!
I
rescue dogs from the shelters who would have otherwise
been euthanized.
2
dogs I took in are fear biters. One, a Jack Russell
ruled our home for alomst a year. He knew he was the
boss! He was not adoptable because he would viciously
bite us, chase us around the house until he could bite
us, and wouldn't let us in our own bedrooms if he was
sleeping there. He became very unpredictable. He would
bite for no reason at all. He would also pee on us to
let us know he ruled over us. He wore a leash around
his neck for months so we could easily grab him without
getting bitten!
I love all my rescue dogs and would never think of putting
any one of them down.
I
went through numerous trainers. One trainer, who is
certified, said that he was all better and loving after
only 2 days. Well, guess what, he still wanted to kill
us and still didn't know any basic commands. Another
trainer picked him up and threw him on the floor and
terrorized my poor dog to the point where he was too
afraid to lift up his head! Sure, he listened then!
He was too scared to do anything else! So, I got rid
of that trainer real quick. Another trainer said he
was mental and had neurological problems and we should
have him euthanized immediately and that he wasn't fit
to live in a home with people. All of these trainers
were certified and were training for a few years!
I
found Josh of Doggy Tales training through an add on
Craigslist. Although at first I was a little skeptical
having been through 3 different trainers and spending
hundreds of dollars and not having any results, I still
called because I wanted my rescue dog to be able to
lead a normal doggy life without fear and be the loving
dog I knew he could be.
Josh took the time and sat down with me and explained
to me what my dog was going through and why he acts
the way he does. He really made me understand my dog
and his behavior. I was still a little skeptical, but
held out hope that he could help me.
Now, my rescue dog no longer pees on us (he stopped
a few weeks after training with Josh), he is friendly,
has not bitten us in months, knows all his basic commands,
gained weight, wags his tail more, and is really playful.
He is now the happy and loyal dog I've always wanted
him to be. No longer does he wear a leash around his
neck when inside my home. I can easily touch his collar
now, take his collar off and put it back on without
the fear of him biting me and pick him up. I can even
put clothes on him and he lets me!
Josh uses ONLY positive reinforcement. He did what no
other trainer could do....He gave me back my dog!
I
now ask Josh to train all of my rescue dogs to make
them more adoptable. He also trains my dogs that I personally
own as well. I will NEVER use another trainer but Josh
of Doggy Tales Training! He does not take advantage
of people and if he feels you are not putting in the
work after he leaves and keep up with your dogs training
and what he teaches you, then you are wasting your money.
Josh works hard to rehabilitate dogs who's owners can
not handle them. He also volunteers his time to 2 of
the biggest shelters in NJ to rehabilitate the dogs
there to make them more adoptable.
Josh
of Doggy Tales Training has dedicated his life to helping
dogs in need and that is what he does best!
I
would highly recommend Doggy Tales Training to anyone
who is looking for a compassionate and wonderful trainer
who will give you the results you are looking for!
Sincereley,
Robin Reo
