Take the Lead Dog Training

Olivia Lewis

Our 2 year old German Shepherd just completed a board and train at Take the Lead with Kaytlyn and Jason. His main issues were car anxiety, occasional leash reactivity, and pushiness/rude behavior with new dogs. Before the scheduled board and train Kaytlyn was happy to meet with us for 1-1 lessons to address our immediate concerns. Through the whole process she has been incredibly responsive and given us amazing tips and tools to use with our boy. He made a ton of progress during the board and train and we know now how to continue setting him up for success. This is the 5th training facility we have brought our GSD to for lessons, and finally it is our last! The methods are tailored to what our boy needs to be successful, rather than a one size fits all training style. We are looking forward to attending the follow up group classes to continue his progress.

Kaden Andrews

I attended their monthly training to go over everything they offer. We learned an extreme amount of valuable information. I recommend they expand their team so that the waiting period isn’t so long. You will be waiting 6-12 months to be able to get your pup into training. Most people don’t have that time to wait. They are looking for training as a last and immediate resource. I would recommend them if you have time to wait. If not, attending a monthly info meeting to get started.

Mary-Margaret Walker

Chery Ross of Take The Lead Dog Training is miraculous. She helped us with our over-excited and over-reactive but loving dog Ziggy. Ziggy would not be the dog he is today without Cheryl's help. My husband and I never thought we would get to the point where we enjoy and seek out walking time with Ziggy. He has become so wonderful with bikes, kids, and other people walking past. He is calm and controlled. He may notice the other dog but he doesn't react unless he is challenged at close range. Even then, he is more attentive to our words to him as we protect his personal space and remind him to keep walking and ignore the challenging dog. All of our neighbors love Ziggy and happily greet him when we meet them at the beginning or end of one of our daily walks. He has adjusted to our move to Germany (from Seattle) quite well and the biggest reason why he is happy is because of his long daily walks. Ziggy has always been great with other dogs in playtime but now he is also a joy during walks - Thanks to Take the Lead Dog Training. Gratefully! Ziggy, Andrew and Mary-Margaret Waker

Heidi Barker

Cheryl has been wonderful with our dogs! So easy to trust her with the care of our furry kids. They've been with her for one month and today we go to retrieve them. They've worked hard! Now the works begins for their humans. Welcome home Bubba and Princess Leia!