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February 2024 by Jayson Wood
Kristi and Val were extremely helpful with my pups, Winston and Lucie. Winston is very young and they worked with him and my family on a variety of commands and strategies, so he learned very efficiently. Lucie is older and we were able to adjust our schedule to have her participate in a lesson. Both pups came away from each session knowing a variety of new commands, and now interact with us and deal with distractions when out at parks and on walks much more positively. I can't thank Kristi and Val enough for their insight and technical knowledge. They provided a program unique to our dogs and my family which has worked wonders on our pet/owner relationship. As we continue to grow together, we will be sure to reach out to them should we need to overcome any future obstacles. Thank you both so much!
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January 2024 by Lisa Koski
HIGHLY recommend Kristi. Not only did she help our Irish Doodle, Leo with his resource guarding issues as a puppy, but also continues to help us with more specialized training. Leo went beyond basic commands and was muzzle trained (for safety purposes) as well as the use of a remote collar. She is patient, kind, and most importantly, successful in training even the most difficult pups! Thank you Kristi for your life changing training!
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December 2023 by John Attinello
Kristi was great. She takes the time to explain how to address certain situations. The training area is heated, air conditioned and clean. I highly recommend her services.
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December 2023 by charlie pranio
Kristi from New Begginings was fabulous. After years of enjoying car rides, my 9 year old greyhound had suddenly decided he hated them, and refused to go anywhere near them for 2 years. Kristi was incredibly kind & helpful. After a very short period of time, he was back to absolutely LOVING car rides again. With him being a senior dog, its so nice to know that if I need to get him to a vet, im able to. This is a huge quality of life improvement. Who says you can't teach old dogs new tricks!
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November 2023 by Edward Kurtz
Very pleased with the results of our golden doodle having been enrolled with Kristie.Her technique and teaching skills are amazing. Would highly recommend new beginnings for helping one to understand their dog, as no 2 breeds are alike. Having Labrador retrievers in the past, our golden doodle was more difficult to figure out. Kristi was the answer to solving the puzzle.Having great times with training drills and keeping it fun for our dog and for us.
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November 2023 by Dennis Valencia
Best dog trainer in Lehigh Valley!Highly recommend KristiShe helped us out with our two dogs and they have come along tremendously!Night and day difference.Look no further
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September 2023 by Hailey Kutney
I took my puppy, Tito to 3 training sessions with Kristi. You can tell she’s very knowledgeable and experienced. I learned a lot of useful things from her that I will be utilizing in the future!! Tito & I say thank you ☺️
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September 2023 by Melissa Schultz
We took our mixed breed pup, Junie, to New Beginnings for puppy training. Kristi was terrific to work with, and Junie learned so much in just a few training sessions. Equally as important, Kristi was incredibly helpful with regard to teaching US how to reinforce the training with Junie - including effective strategies and approaches to utilize as well as key words/commands. Kristi is kind, patient, and clearly an expert in her field. We would definitely recommend Kristi and New Beginnings, and continue to benefit from all that we (both pup and humans) learned through our sessions with Kristi several months ago. Thank you, Kristi!
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September 2023 by Rochelle Graf
I took my 3 year old rescue pup to Kristi for leash pulling and other behaviors that needed help. After one session, he was already walking so much better on the leash! He listens a lot better now too. I would highly recommend Kristi to anyone in need of dog training.
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September 2023 by Sarott Design
Our experience with New Beginnings Dog Training has been nothing short of amazing. From the very beginning, it was clear that we were in capable hands. Our dog Rocky has learned so much in just a few training sessions, which is a testament to the expertise of Kristi.But what's even more remarkable is how much we, as a family, have learned. New Beginnings not only trains dogs, but they also empower families with the tools to reinforce commands and build a stronger bond with their furry companions.Kristi was an absolute professional. Her patience and clear explanations made every session productive and enjoyable. She managed to create a friendly and comfortable atmosphere while maintaining a high level of professionalism.We couldn't be happier with the progress Rocky has made and the knowledge we've gained. New Beginnings Dog Training has truly set us on the path to a harmonious relationship with our beloved pet. Thank you, Kristi, for your exceptional guidance and support!
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September 2023 by Cynthia A Teets
My husband was almost ready to give up on our Fox Red Lab Duke and wanted to have me get rid of him. I Googled dog trainers in my area and I selected New Beginnings. Duke's problems were pulling when walking, jumping and he is the happ, happ, happiest dogs I have had. His happiness made him eager to just be crazy. Kristi at New Beginnings handled his enthusiasm with a stern, firm but caring hand. She identified the issues and changed Duke into an enthusiastic , happy, listening dog. My husband now relaxes with Duke on the sofa and they cuddle and fall asleep. Kristi is an excellent trainer and I would and will advice people to use her for any dog behavior that needs to be fixed. We have a new dog now!!
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May 2023 by Michael Zito
Going to Kristi was a life changer for my wife and I. Our 1yr old lab was a horrible walker, making it impossible to exercise her properly. Kristi listened to our concerns and with a different collar and training, Stormi was a totally different dog. She also worked with us to ensure the training would continue at home.
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March 2023 by Chuck the Adventurer
Highly recommend New Beginnings Dog Training. While at first glance looking at prices, she may seem a bit on the higher side however WORTH every penny! Kristi will work with your dog first and then work with you to ensure you have the knowledge to be successful. She is patient, knowledgeable, and her methods work. It is not just an hour class and you’re on your way. You practice with her (I essentially got trained to) which is what needs to happen in order for my dog to be successful. I asked many questions and Kristi was thorough and attentive.I feel more confident in my abilities to instill discipline and set boundaries for my dog yet still provide a loving home and have fun with him. I used her for the basic and eCollar training. Would definitely use again!Smokie and I thank you! We will be going backpacking and to the beach with confidence this year!
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March 2023 by Laura Zielinski
Our 6-month-old puppy Milo was doing great with training at home...until it came time to go for walks. Then, though he's small, he did his level best to pull our shoulders out of their sockets on each walk. Within one training session, Kristi had him walking at heel and well on the way his way to being a wonderful walk companion! Thanks for your help, Kristi! We now look forward to years and years of wonderful walks with our well-trained boy!
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December 2022 by Debbie Skrapits
Would highly recommend New Beginnings Dog Training. We went to Kristi with a 4 month old Great Dane, which needed work on many different issues. Kristi is extremely professional and took as much time training us as she did training Charley! She was very patient and explained exactly how and what she was working on during each training session. In only three sessions, we have a completely different pup that listens to commands, walks beautifully on a leash and stays in place, along with many other tricks Kristi taught her. Truly amazed!!
