4paws K9 Specialist Reviews

T Pratheepan 2025.10.18

     

Thank you so much to Raimonda! She really helped us with training our German Shepherd, Lexi. Prior to the training, Lexi was always very nervous, reactive and extremely territorial. So she would bark and lunge at anything and anyone. We opted for the board and train sessions they were offering. Within 3 weeks, there was a huge difference in Lexi. She was calmer, happier, and more responsive to basic recall commands. Now, we find it a lot easier to take Lexi on walks. She doesn't bark as much or react to people walking past. What helped us the most, is seeing daily videos of Lexi's training sessions and a few 1:1 sessions in between. Raimonda showed us how to understand Lexi's reactions better.

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Reply from 4paws K9 Specialist 2025.10.18

Thank you! She is very difficult but super nice dog! I am glad that I was able to help you!

Rob Everett 2025.08.30

     

Raimonda helped us greatly with our reactive Chihuahua, he was biting my partner & boys, resource guarding and a multitude of other issues. The guidance she gave us has massively improved the relationship with the dog & family. I can't recommend highly enough as the plans implemented have had such dramatic results in behavior. We were at the point of talk about having to re-home him, with it causing rifts as I was adamant it was our fault as owners, but with me being the only one, the Chihuahua had accepted and not being attacked, not in a position to relate. We are extremely grateful and following the plans regimentally, it's important you implement the plans as owners and put the graft in, for the sake of the dog and household, Raimonda gives you all the tools you need, the rest is up to you.

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Reply from 4paws K9 Specialist 2025.08.30

We did that! My job is to guide you and always be next to you, then hopes disappeared but all hard work came from you! I am really proud of everything you did and saved that little boy!

Holly Spinner 2025.08.22

     

Before I met Raimonda I was at a loss with my chihuahua. I adopted him and saw how reactive he was quickly with barking at everything, getting out of control and he was very stressed. Going outside was a fear and hiding behind cars and bushes when people and dogs walked by. After training with Raimonda, we learnt so many training techniques and tips. I fully trusted the process and am in such a different place now which I never thought would happen. I’m so pleased we found Raimonda, the training sessions have been so valuable. Being able to take my dog out for calm walks is amazing! Highly recommend

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Reply from 4paws K9 Specialist 2025.08.22

I can't believe we did that! Thinking about begging and all troubles, your situation made me growth as a trainer and improved my skills. We had incredible journey! Thank you for trusting me

Ellie James 2025.08.21

     

I write this review as I sit and eat my lunch whilst my puppy FINALLY naps in his crate. This morning I was firmly stuck in the puppy blues but I feel so much more positive after my 2 hour session with Raimonda. I’ve always felt confident training my dogs but recently got a 5 month old puppy who had spent all his life so far in a kennels, so felt a bit confused about the best way forward, specifically with crate and toilet training. Raimonda has helped me make sense of how to train him and totally reinforced my confidence. I cannot thank you enough!

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Reply from 4paws K9 Specialist 2025.08.21

Aw thank you! It was really lovely to see you and your dogs. See you soon at singing lessons!

Andrew Eggleston 2025.07.06

     

Fantastic dog trainer gave us many tips and positive ways to make our dog far more obedient and much happier would definitely recommend..

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Reply from 4paws K9 Specialist 2025.07.06

Thank you for trusting me! I had really nice time with you!

Kristina Shelton 2025.06.04

     

What can I say..Rai has worked wonders with my dog. He was fearful of everything but aggressive with it. Literally everything from people, dogs, pushchairs, joggers, hi viz jackets and bikes. He was a hyper nervous wreck. He also previously suffered trama in his life which added to it. I knew there was a softie under all that floof and I so desperate to help him, finding the right trainer was hard. Then literally I found Rai, a BIG ray of sunshine. Cannot thank her enough, she had a battle on her hands to find a safe way to work with us. She also gave me confidence as well to learn to trust him which was so hard!! She's not just a fantastic trainer but a lovely person and I have already recommended her to 3 people. She's really amazing👏 5 🌟 isn't enough. She has literally changed our lives!!

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Reply from 4paws K9 Specialist 2025.06.04

Aw thank you so much! I said you already and can say again- it was very hard but worth! We both worked hard and saved him. He is worth to enjoy new life! He is my boy❤️

Mandy Batchelor 2025.05.29

     

Raimonda is an Excellent trainer, she as helped Cooper a lot, just need to concentrate on getting him not to bark at dogs, we got him to not bark at people, would definitely recommend her

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Reply from 4paws K9 Specialist 2025.05.30

Cooper is lovely little boy! Thank you

Livi R 2025.05.27

     

River was an anxious mess before his residential stay with Raimonda - he was rescued at a few months old and his traumatic past caused some behavioural issues later on. He would be reactive towards dogs, couldn’t walk on a lead, separation anxiety, distrust strangers, reactive to delivery people. Raimonda gave him confidence to ignore dogs on walks, say hi to strangers, crate train, recall and understanding his emotions as our dog prefers affection to treats haha I can’t recommend her enough!

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Reply from 4paws K9 Specialist 2025.05.28

It was my pleasure to help him and show patch to better life! Thank you

Nick Green 2025.04.29

     

Worth every penny and more in our opinion! We'd got to a point where we needed help with our rescue girl, Fizzy, to get over her walking anxiety and needed some tips and advice. We felt Raimonda truly cared about animals wellbeings and enjoyment after our first visit, she connected with our dog in a way that made it fun for her very quickly and since then she has come on in leaps and bounds. We cannot thank her enough and would happily recommend her to anyone looking for training and/or advice!

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Reply from 4paws K9 Specialist 2025.04.29

Aw thank you so much! I really enjoyed every single minute together! You gave her wonderful life 😍

TK Subz 2024.11.23

     

Thank you millions for helping our madam become much more polite and learn manners! Friends coming over meant anxiety for me with Lulu continuously barking for attention and treats, now we can relax with Lulu enjoying the guests coming over without causing mayhem, dinner time was another torture and now we can eat in peace! And of course nice walk with a drink at the pub was only possible with the biggest chew in the world and once it ends, it meant quickly down the drink and go, now we can enjoy our time together with madam chilling without any treats! Thank you again!!

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Reply from 4paws K9 Specialist 2024.11.23

I said everything gonna be fine!!! Thank you so much!

Becky Bristow 2024.11.05

     

First started didn't think my doggy could be trained but I will highly recommend 4 paws she has trained me how to walk an talk to my boy which I carried out an am still doing an the difference she has made has made me feel far more relaxed an confident walking my boy yes training does pay off

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Reply from 4paws K9 Specialist 2024.11.06

You did really good job! Thank you!

Виктория Цымлянская 2024.10.31

     

We had Raimonda train my dog for two months and we very happy with the results. Our dog now follows command most of the time. Raimonda explains patienly how and when training needs to be done and we have seen amazing results in our dog. The structure of the training was comfortable for all of us and it was a pleasure having Raimonda as our dog trainer. We be away for several months and will continue with the guildance we have been given and will continue training with Raimonda once we back.

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Reply from 4paws K9 Specialist 2024.10.31

Good luck and have a wonderful time!!! See you then you come back!!! Thank you it was my pleasure 🥰

Colin Chapman 2024.10.21

     

I was really happy with my one hour session with Raimonda. I felt it was good value for money considering the amount of clear concise advice given for the duration of the session. I’ve adopted the things I learnt with my puppy and it’s really improved my walks with him already. I wouldn’t hesitate to go back for more sessions in the future. Thank you

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Reply from 4paws K9 Specialist 2024.10.21

Thank you so much!

Aiva Atkins 2024.10.02

     

I recently had a one-to-one dog training session and I couldn’t be more pleased with the experience. The trainer was incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and attentive to both my dog’s needs and mine. They tailored the session perfectly, providing practical advice and techniques that were easy to follow and highly effective. My dog responded so well to the positive reinforcement methods used, and I noticed significant improvements even after just one session. I highly recommend this trainer to anyone looking for professional and compassionate dog training services. Thank you Raimonda for helping us build a stronger bond with our furry friend!

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Reply from 4paws K9 Specialist 2024.10.02

Thank you so much! I am very pleased to help you!

kyle carter-lawrence 2024.07.27

     

Before my dog went to 4 Paws K9 specialist she was nervous, did not know how to play with other dogs and tried nipping new people that she didn’t know. Since my dog has gone to 4 Paws K9 specialist she has transformed in to a different dog. She is less anxious now and socialises with other dogs well. I can take my dog to cafe’s and pubs with her being able to relax and not react.

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Reply from 4paws K9 Specialist 2024.07.27

Thank you so much!!! It was my pleasure work with your dog!!!

John Nigel van Rheede Toas 2024.07.27

     

Raymonda is a first class excellent dog behaviourist and trainer. In only a few sessions, she has changed the behaviour of my 22 month old Japanese Shiba Inu. I went for over a year with a dog trainer who in my view achieved very little with my Shiba Inu. Raymonda has given me the tools and knowledge to change my Shiba Inu’s attitude and behaviour for the better. I would place Raymonda as a first choice and at the top of her game! Highly recommended to anyone who has dog behaviour issues. Thank you so much Raymonda!

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Reply from 4paws K9 Specialist 2024.07.27

Thank you so much!!!! It was my pleasure to help you 🤩

Sally Abrahams 2024.07.20

     

Finally happy to be out and about with my dogs. Before, walking with the dogs was a nightmare, so re active with other dogs, barking, lunging etc made going out with them awful and embarrassing. With Raimondas help, just a few adjustments to how we acted, training for the dogs and for us !! Made the world of difference. Just to walk and be in spaces where other dogs are and for our dogs not to react really has been life changing. Going on holiday with them for a start and to enjoy walking them. It’s been amazing. Walking on the beach having the confidence to have them off lead knowing they will come back to us on command has been wonderful. Really can’t thank Raimonda enough.

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Reply from 4paws K9 Specialist 2024.07.20

I can't believe that finally you got holiday with dogs!!! It was so hard to imagine that they can run off leash when they had dog reactivity especially Ozzy. I am super proud of all of you!!!

Alison Long 2024.07.16

     

Rubix went to 4 Paws K9 specialist for a 3 week board and train, due to her being very very dog reactive. She already had a good knowledge of basic commands and knew right from wrong, but it all went out of the window if see saw any dog big or small, quiet or noisy and I just could not creak this behaviour. I even think she took Raimonda by surprise the first time she saw Rubix kick off. During her training journey we saw her in a crate afraid of Raimonda’s dogs to playing with them in the garden and walking with them on walks, even swimming with them in the river. She went from barking and lunging at every dog she saw to quietly walking passed dogs albeit apprehensively. She does have the occasional relapse but with a few corrections we get her back on track. We are working with Raimonda to iron out these small issues. Before her training we use to walk her late at night or places where we knew there would be no dogs. Since Rubix came home we have been on holiday to a dog friendly touring site with many dogs on site, been in a pub, on many crowded beaches and proms, both people and dogs, country park walks and been through crowded streets with dogs. Non of this would have been achievable with Raimonda help and I can’t thank her enough.

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Reply from 4paws K9 Specialist 2024.07.16

Yes! She really surprised me on the first day. I even didn't know where to start and what to do but with deep breaths and all my knowledge, we are in really good place with Rubix. I love her and she is amazing dog😍 thank you for your trust and support

debra griffin 2024.07.15

     

Where do I begin? From a dog with no recall, running after other animals and bolting from my front door to one that LISTENS. I am over the moon. If you’re hesitant about going the extra training step with your own furry friend, I can’t recommend 4 Paws K9 Specialist enough. I’m truly blown away by the care, knowledge and expertise provided. Thank you!

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Reply from 4paws K9 Specialist 2024.07.15

Look all gang together 🤩 thank you so much!!! I already missing him😍

Sally Davis 2024.07.04

     

Boxer baby Smurf learnt so much during his 2 week board and train with Raimonda. I'm having the best time with him now he has social manners. The advice and aftercare is great too.

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Reply from 4paws K9 Specialist 2024.07.04

Thank you! He is very lovely boy and gave many happy days for us!