Fernando’s training has helped campaign dogs in top-tier AKC conformation shows and other AKC sporting events.
Phil Rohkohl2025-07-09Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. When we started with Fernando, Atticus who is a rescue pup, would not come near me. After a few virtual sessions, he let me closer and closer. Now I can pet him. Amazing! Leilani Bruce2023-10-11Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fernando of Canine Education is an amazing dog (and dog parent) trainer. We worked with him and our now 5 month puppy Juniper over the course of 7 puppy classes and couldn’t be happier with the outcome. Not only were we able to provide her with the foundations of good manners and behaviors early on, we were also equipped with the training tips and tools that we can use to continue to teach her new things and help her have autonomy in making good choices. Fernando is knowledgeable, friendly, and patient and we are very happy that we’re able to work with him with our Juniper. Highly recommend! Alisse Singer2023-09-12Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We reached out to Canine Education when we welcomed our 2nd dog into our home. Our second dog is young, large, sensitive, and active. We were having difficulty with vocalness, separation anxiety, and general manners with people and our smaller dog. Our house was chaotic and it felt like we could never leave the home. Fernando quickly helped us with dynamics between the two dogs, leash training, and crate training. Moreover, he taught us patience with our dogs and trained us on how consistency over time will lead to long term changes. We still use the techniques he taught us months ago. We now have two dogs who love playing with each other, a crate-trained dog (which we thought was impossible due to constant crying), and ability to walk our dogs without constant pulling. Additionally, Fernando has a flexible schedule and will modify his recommended techniques based on the owners' comfort level (eg using slip leashes, etc). Would highly recommend Canine Education to anyone seeking dog training or help with behavior concerns. Andie Cooke2023-06-19Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I could not be happier with Fernando! I was looking for help with my sweet dog’s incredibly obnoxious leash reactivity and researched a lot of trainers before settling on Canine Education. I appreciated how responsive and communicative Fernando was. I also liked how straightforward and accommodating his plans are. (I hated how so many other trainers wanted me to sign up for expensive packages with numerous lessons before I even knew how responsive my dog would be to their methods. Fernando offers 1 or 3 lesson packages that can be renewed as many or as few times as you want. He also gives the option on coming to your house so he can help you train in your home environment.) Within the first 5 minutes of meeting Fernando I was incredibly impressed. It was obvious he knew dogs inside and out. His expertise of dog body language and psychology was astounding! Not only did my dog immediately respond to him but I also really appreciated how Fernando never made me feel bad about any of my dog’s behaviors. He is incredibly kind and easy to work with, never condescending. He works with you on whatever changes you want to see, as opposed to working on behaviors that other people think need improvement. We have only had 3 lessons so far and it is crazy how much better my dog already is! Going on a walk with him is so much more fun as a result of what Fernando has taught me. Fernando is the real deal - he is a true dog whisperer! Fernando is the only trainer I will ever use from this point forward. Sean Roberts2023-02-06Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fernando is amazing! He really understands your pet’s personality and teaches you training techniques that work for that personality. He was very patient and wants the best for your pet and you. I will definitely use him again and highly recommend. Svetlanna Joan Hilliard2022-11-11Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fernando of Canine Education helped us, tremendously, with training our rambunctious little pit bull puppy! Bob was just shy of 4 months old when we called for help. Fernando is highly knowledgeable, so I learned a lot--not just on training a puppy--but also about bully breeds, which helped me better understand what is demanded of me to tame and train my high-energy pit bull terrier. Bob is such a good boy, and Fernando makes it known, even though I've struggled so much to keep Bob under control (before enlisting Fernando's help). He treats Bob like his own, making Bob feel very worthy and positively reinforces Bob with lots of praise. This helps Bob learn appropriate dog behavior. As a dog owner, I learned a ton of information on how to be a leader and advocate for Bob. There are many skills and proper etiquette I have been developing to have a good citizen pup. I'm still learning, and Fernando taught me a lot, that I still have a lot of "homework" to catch up on. It's keeping me busy with Bob. Fernando also provides himself as a continual resource for any questions or concerns I have regarding training with constant and consistent communication from him. Lastly, Fernando's personality is endearing. He is super compassionate and approaches my learning moments with a gentle approach. Training dogs also means training us, humans, on how to properly lead our furry companions. I've stumbled and made mistakes in the training process, and Fernando doesn't make me feel dumb or anything. He provides a very safe environment to learn and grow. TLDR: Fernando is a wealth of knowledge and has such an expertise in dog training. Great experience all around! Highly recommend! Erin Famulare2022-10-15Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fernando is an real pro! He’s friendly, patient, thorough, timely, and obviously offers great techniques to manage my pup. I highly recommend this service! Tiani Carter2022-09-19Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. If you are looking for a dog trainer - look no further! Fernando guided us through training and understanding our puppy’s reactions and needs. The amount of knowledge and patience he has combined with the humor he brings to the training, is truly refreshing and appreciated. He walked us through learning and understanding, as well as checked on our puppies needs. He recommended everything from leashes to toys to bones. He has so much to offer, you would do yourself a disservice by not working with him. He is a true dog whisperer! Thank you for everything you have done for our family Fernando! Gabbie Arballo2022-07-26Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. If you’re in the need of a dog trainer, we can’t recommend Fernando enough! We recently welcomed a little Tijuana street dog (chihuahua) named Pitufo into our famIly. He was having trouble adjusting to his new home - so we contacted Fernando for his services. Since meeting with Fernando We’ve seen big improvements in our dogs behavior and continue to follow the training we received. Not only that, but we’ve also gained a lot of knowledge about how to correctly train and better understand what our dogs are trying to communicate to us. Thanks again Fernando for a great experience!! Sean Kane2022-05-14Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I cannot recommend Fernando enough. He has a real connection with dogs and gives you a ton of very effective and practical tools for your dog. I can’t imagine not going through his program. It has improved our relationship with our dog immensely.
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