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October 2024 by Kristin Wheaton
I cannot express how grateful I am for PUPS! Our 11-month-old pitbull, Sasha, was out of control, mouthing, nipping, and causing chaos in our home. We were constantly dealing with fresh cuts and bruises, and she even damaged our walls. After trying several sessions with another trainer, we were told she might need anxiety medication and that her behavior could be permanent.
I was feeling desperate and defeated, and then I discovered PUPS. I reached out and received a prompt, understanding response from Chelsea, who was eager to help Sasha. During our initial private session, she recommended the three-week board and train program and introduced us to balanced training techniques. The difference was remarkable! After just the first day, we gained invaluable knowledge and tools to help Sasha regain control over her behaviors.
The transformation after her training was astounding. Sasha is now a well-behaved dog, and my heart is so full of pride and happiness. The education, love, and attention that Chelsea and Phelan provided were exceptional. I wholeheartedly recommend PUPS to anyone struggling with their dog's behavior!
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September 2024 by Renee Karter
We highly recommend Chelsea & PUPS for anyone who needs some extra help with their dogs! We brought our first dog, George, to a private training session when he joined our family three years ago and learned so many helpful techniques for leash control and reactivity. Honestly, we were pretty lax with keeping up on a training regimen and accepted many of his “minor” problem behaviors. We added a second dog, Ginny, to our family last year, and after a lot of chaos (and some scuffles ?), we knew it was time to get serious about enforcing structure and expectations to lead to a more peaceful coexistence for all of us - especially since we are expecting a baby in December!
George and Ginny attended the 14-day Give Me Peace & Unity Board and Train program together and the results have been so impressive and reassuring. We were amazed by the progress they made in two weeks and feel so much relief in knowing that we have the tools and knowledge we need to continue building on the foundation set by PUPS.
Chelsea was so patient, informative, knowledgable, and professional throughout the entire process. We are so grateful for the time and dedication she put into our dogs. ❤️
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September 2024 by Heather Albert
Chelsea worked absolute miracles for us. I have a 2 yea old Shepherd mix who was a very good boy and then adopted another Shepherd mix but this one has a lot of Australian Shepherd in him. He was very bossy to the other dog, barked all of the time and I had no recall with him making life very hard since he really needs off leash control to get his exercise in. Also, my older dog was getting more and more anxious. I was considering rehoming the younger pup but fortunately heard of this organization. My older dog went there for 3 weeks and the younger dog joined for the last 2 weeks. The course comes with extensive training for us too and many online resources. We have had them back for a week and it has been life changing. I have total recall with both dogs now and the barking is controlled. Chelsea worked absolute miracles . While keeping up with the work at home, I now cry tears of joy and not stress!
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August 2024 by Michael Pellerin
Our dog, Bentley, had the best experience at Peace and Unity. He now has manners, isn't barking and is a pleasure to walk...he is a new dog!! Chelsea was a delight and very professional. We would highly recommend PUPS for anyone looking for dog training services.
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June 2024 by Nicole Dorr
Peace and Unity is hands down the best trainers around. My pup is a totally different dog since he went there for a two week board and train. He listens and he is just a totally different pup. Never thought we would be able to have him off leash but we were able to do that at camp this weekend and his recall was on point. I also love the fact that they do group classes if you have been through their program. It just reinforces everything they learned and also teaches them to work around distractions. So happy we chose Chelsea and her partner to send Jax too. They do a wonderful job
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June 2024 by Jenna Fletcher
I normally would wait to do a review of this nature but I'm so impressed. Lil Ox went only 2 weeks ago for board and train with Chelsea. Lil Ox showed high anxiety and pulled on the leash to the point we didn't take her for walks. Today only two weeks later, Lil Ox joined us watching the parade in Unity. A parade with other animals, sirens, loud engins and kids running around. She was nervous but she kept checking in with me and was able to relax, heel and sit while we watched. At home she is usually a ball of nerves when I leave the room but now with a simple request of place, she knows what's expected and can settle in. We all have more work to do but just seeing her relax makes everything worth it!
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May 2024 by Jenny Wheeler
Sending our lab, Huckleberry, to Peace and Unity Pet Services was easily one of the best decisions we could have made for our family. Before training with Chelsea, we had a very stressful household. Huckleberry could not be trusted around my two small children, could not be taken on walks due to constant pulling and jumping, he was a nightmare at vet appointments or when visitors would come to the house. Huckleberry would demand constant attention through biting and jumping. He would scoop up and destroy anything that fell onto the floor in a matter of seconds. We tried many other trainers who focused solely on positive reinforcement which was not sustainable for us. We were at our wits end in our inability to control him. All of this changed when we sent him to PUPS. The turn around in his behavior is absolutely mind blowing and sometimes it is hard to believe he is the same dog. He is patient, obedient, gentle with the kids, and a dog I am proud to show off. He is a pleasure on walks now and doesn't pull, lunge or bite at the leash. He can safely be outside with the kids while they play and no longer wants to tackle them over. He has successfully gone on many adventures with us, including hikes, and breweries. The training has strengthened our bond and instilled trust from both sides. He has been a perfect, well-behaved dog. Chelsea was also a pleasure to work with. She is very easy going and took her time to really explain how to maintain proper training. I could go on and on about how incredible our experience was with PUPS, but overall, it was the best investment we could have made for a lifetime of happiness with our Huck. If you need a happier life with you dog, do not hesitate to use PUPS, you won’t regret it!
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March 2024 by John Tipping
My wife and I took our 8-year-old Aussie to Chelsea to help us control her reactivity, and we are very happy with the training she received with Chelsea and Phelan. Of course this is also about training the humans, and we learned so much about not just what to do but the theory behind the training and exercises. I would recommend Peace and Unity to any dog owners for any situation. Thanks!
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January 2024 by Traci Martin
I cannot say enough about Chelsea! My two Great Danes (3 year old siblings) were getting progressively worse in their behavior. Especially Sulley, who had taken to throwing himself at the window when a delivery truck came in the yard and then he would turn on his sister if she got in the way. He was not fun to have around, had to be kenneled when people came in, etc. He went to Chelsea for a three week program, and Jayne joined him for two, as she wasn't quite as problemsome as he was. She needed more fine tuning in her manners. They came home on December 22, and they were like new dogs. It was worth every penny we invested in their training. Over the holidays we had lots of people, including some they had never met, in and out and both dogs stayed relaxed on place command, and were super chill. I am able to walk them both together on heel, which will be useful as we spend our winter in Florida in a neighborhood, which they are not used to. We live in the woods and they are used to quiet and no other dogs. I am overjoyed with the work Chelsea did, and I am so grateful to have peace in my household again!!
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November 2023 by Chandler Green
We cannot recommend Pups Maine enough! They gave our dog – and us – the tools and skills needed to gain back a sense of security and control in our lives. Our story: We have a 3 year old Frenchie who is playful and loving with people and dogs he knows, but has gotten more and more reactive and aggressive with new dogs and strangers over time. He also can be possessive over toys and treats. Unfortunately, those unchecked negative behaviors resulted in him biting a few people and fighting with dogs — and they made walks and public outings with him feel extremely stressful and unsafe. We tried shorter, more casual trainings with him before, but they didn’t make much of an impact. We honestly thought we’d have to just accept the fact that we couldn’t control our own dog, and we’d have to shield him from the outside world as much as possible to avoid another harmful incident. Enter Pups Maine. We signed him up for the 30 day ‘Save My Dog Board & Train Package’ after learning about their approach to behavior modification – particularly e-collar training, which we had not tried before. Although it’s hard to leave your dog for 30 days, we felt that Chelsea and her partner were committed and truly cared. Because Pups Maine only takes in a small number of dogs for training at a time, our Frenchie got a lot of 1:1 attention and practice each day of his stay. (He also got some really fun play time!). After they worked on basic commands, proper leash-walking and e-collar training, they gradually put him in controlled environments where he’d be near other dogs and people to really put those skills to the test. What’s also key about their approach: Chelsea made sure to train US too, so we would be able to confidently take over the reins at the end of his stay (we got lessons mid-way during his training and at the end). The results have made a profound difference in our lives. Our Frenchie is far more manageable on walks and stays right next to us – it’s actually fun now and not stressful! If we encounter new dogs and people on walks, we know now how to avoid or mitigate his reactions. It’s a big relief. A few weeks after his training, we had a family member and their dog visit, which we had been nervous about prior to the training. However, because we have the tools to communicate with our dog now, he actually listened to us and stayed “in his place” when he needed to be. Our family member was truly stunned at how well behaved he was. We never thought we’d get that kind of compliment about our dog! Of course, we have to work at it every day – because like with anything, skills require continued practice and commitment. But if you are struggling and ready to make that life-long commitment for your dog, we’d highly, highly recommend working with Pups Maine.
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November 2023 by Alanda Levesque
I can not say enough good things about PUPS. When we adopted our dog as a puppy in February 2020, he showed guarding and territorial tendencies early on, and we tried to put a stop to it, but while some things got better, others got much worse. He'd been kicked out of daycare for fighting with other dogs, and early this year I was at the end of my rope after within a few weeks he'd bit a ups driver and all three of us, including our daughter. I reached out to Chelsea because something had to change and I didn't know what else to do. We enrolled him in the 4 week Save my Dog program, and in the meantime she gave us some tips on things to do that would help in the meantime. Those alone were a game changer. But the program really saved us all. PUPS was able to not only recondition and train him, but really gave us the training and knowledge we were missing to be able to be better for him. And while he may not ever be "perfect", the change we've seen in him has been amazing, and we now have the understanding and tools to continue working with him, and are living much more harmoniously. I also know I'll always be able to reach out to Chelsea with any questions or concerns I have in the future, and she really puts the effort into maintaining access for her graduates. PUPS is absolutely worth it, they are nothing short of amazing.
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November 2023 by donna pioli
10/10 for this incredible company. If you’re struggling with your dog don’t waste your time - go to the professionals! I was super impressed with the transparency and all of the information provided before we made a leap to purchase the 4-week board + train package. They are incredibly fair, kind and knowledgeable. We went in with specific asks and got all we paid for and more. They make themselves super available for any trouble shooting and really take the time to educate you. Thank you, PUPS!
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November 2023 by Lori Merrow
I dropped off a very anxious dog for the three week Save my Dog training. Olive was unable to regulate her behavior before I took her to Chelsea. She had fear aggression, separation anxiety and struggled to have a calm mind and body. I am thrilled with the tools Olive learned and with the time Chelsea spent teaching me how to provide Olive with the consistent environment at home to help Olive make safe choices. Chelsea taught me how to be a calm and effective leader for Olive. The difference is incredible! Thank you Chelsea!
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October 2023 by J .Clowry
Absolutely amazing. In my five days my dog has changed so much and it is amazing!!!
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October 2023 by amber beane
This was excellent. I wish I had come across Peace and Unity Pet Services years ago. My sweet pup is a new dog.
