OUR SUCCESS STORIES
"Complete Canines truly saved
our dog's life. She was acting aggressively towards our visitors and
had bitten two of our friends. We were heartbroken at the thought of
what we might have to do if she continued with her behavior. Mike
showed us how to safely manage her and change the way she reacted
towards our visitors. If it wasn't for his help, we truly would not
have known what to do. We most heartily recommend Complete Canines for
anyone looking for someone who is successful in working with aggressive
dogs!"
- Janet, Tom, and Katie -
Madison, CT
"I called Complete Canines because of how our lab mix being aggressive towards other dogs. I am truly pleased in the change I have seen in my dog Spencer. He would act like Cujo towards other dogs when out and about. With Mike's non-judgmental and caring support, I was able to make a complete change in Spencer's reaction towards other dogs. Mike really understands how dog's "speak" and how to translate their language to something us humans can understand!"
- Stacy and Spencer - Mystic, CT
"I own two Puggles, a 3yr old
female and a 1yr old male. Before Mike Shikashio's training classes I
really thought I had control of my dogs - boy was I wrong. From the
moment Mike started the first session, I learned what control really is
and it is not difficult to gain. After the first day both dogs would
sit on command and as the weeks went by all the problems I was having
with my dogs went away. They no longer jump on people, they no longer
bark at everything that walks or drives by, and they no longer chew my
sofa. Not only did Mike train my dogs, I learned a lot about my dogs -
plus its fun for the whole family. We have a 5 yr old girl who took
an active role in helping train the dogs. I would like to thank Mike
personally and highly recommend Mike to anyone looking to have their
dog trained."
- Jason DiCarlo - Westerly, RI
"We have noticed a huge change
in our dogs since Mike has helped us with our training. With Mike's
tips and techniques we have been able to master basic commands such as
sit, down, and stay with our 80lb Lab and 10lb Yorkie. We have also
been able to tackle bigger issues like potty training, jumping, and now
our guests are able to enter our home without being attacked. Also our
dogs have developed positive social behavior with Mike's help. Mike has
taught us that along with simple commands and calm, soothing energy,
our dogs are attentive and eager to please. Mike brings his own calm
energy into each training session and is clearly a master at fixing
unwanted dog behavior. Before his help, we were considering finding
another home for our Chocolate Lab Bella, but using his commands,
advice, and calm energy we have become a happy family of four."
- Lisa and Kris R. - Proud Parents of Bella and Big Papi
"Mike was actively involved in teaching group obedience classes, private lessons and behavior consultations, as well as assisting in the training of resident obedience dogs and the dogs in our adoption program. He was always willing to give assistance to individuals and their dogs thus demonstrating professionalism, knowledge, sincere interest, and concern. He is always pleasant, personable, and polite."
- Pascal Haquin - Director of Training, CT K-9 Education Center
