"Don't give up on me, Baby!"

I have a client who's dog was completely and totally out of control. He'd pulled both her shoulders out and they needed to be replaced surgically. She needed to board him whenever visitors came to see her because of his jumping/scratching/barking. He chased the family cats and couldn't be left alone--not even for a moment, or he would destroy anything he could get his paws on.

Did she give up on him? No...she invested in him, his new training regimen, and their new and improved future together.

They took their first walk together (on a loose leash!) today since last summer (when the owner was hurt); and watching them enjoy each other and renew their bond was a priceless experience that I was blessed to help facilitate.

This owner went above and beyond what most would have. Instead of taking him to a shelter or dumping him (as so many people do these days), she did everything in her power to fix him. She'd   made a commitment to her dog---for life, and she takes that commitment seriously. She's following through in a manner in which is inspiring and which I deeply respect. 

Folks, THIS is what it means to be a responsible dog owner.  A dog is not disposable simply because its behavior is out of control.  Proper training and a lifetime commitment can turn that behavior around and enhance the human/dog bond in an amazing way!

Will be posting the incredible before/after video of this dog very soon---stay tuned!