Adopt a Shelter Pet Day 2016

by Julie Davis | Apr 30, 2016 | Dog Adoption, Rescue Dogs

It’s Adopt a Shelter Pet Day!

There are so many pets in our local shelters that are looking for their “furever” homes! If you are considering adopting one, please check out this post to help you find the right dog for you!

Dog Training in Your Home/Columbia

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Maureen McDeed Renzi

2026-03-04T15:22:05+0000

Robert is very knowledgable and competent. His years of experience shows through immediately. I would highly recommend.

Kim Christian

2025-12-14T03:51:47+0000

Alora at Dog Training In Your Home in Columbia is AMAZING! From the very first session, she made a huge difference in both behavior and confidence. She helped build our dog’s confidence in such a positive, encouraging way and showed us exactly how to keep strengthening it every day. Her training is easy to follow, effective, and fun — and the results were fast. My dog adores her, and we feel confident too thanks to Alora’s guidance. If you want a trainer who truly changes things for the better, she is the one. Thank you SO much, Alora!!read more

John Meyerhoff

2025-11-12T16:10:29+0000

We 100% recommend Dog Training in Your Home/Columbia. In June 2025, we got a female mini Bernadoodle puppy. It had been quite a while since we had a dog and felt we needed professional help with training. We are so lucky we found Dog Training in Your Home and specifically Robert. From the very first lesson both we and our puppy learned many new things. Our puppy, now 7 months old has learned to sit/stay, down/stay, place, heel/walk on a leash without pulling, come and come to a whistle. Robert is very responsive, professional and patient. With his experience he quickly identifies things both the owner and pet need to learn. We are extremely happy with the progress our dog has made and would not hesitate to recommend Robert and Dog Training in Your Home for any dog training needs.read more

Janet Friedman

2025-10-29T15:02:36+0000

I would 100% recommend Dog Training in Your Home. Robert is an amazing trainer and his techniques worked so well with my 2.5 year old dog,Rudy. Rudy has a history of abuse, mistrust and limited socialization, but he’s become a tremendous way through this in-home training program. I learned exactly how to train Rudy to succeed at basic obedience and increase his positive socialization. Rudy is now thriving and eager to be trained.read more

MrSee ULooking Out

2025-10-15T18:08:00+0000

I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for the outstanding training provided by Dog Training in Your Home/Columbia. My puppy faced several challenges, including not being housebroken or crate trained and struggling to sleep through the night. Thanks to my trainer, Alora, I received valuable guidance in creating a schedule for crate training. Her knowledge and commitment to my puppy's progress were evident throughout the process. Alora helped transform my home into a more pet-friendly environment, and she was always quick to respond to any questions or concerns I had. I am thrilled to see the significant progress my puppy has made. She now responds to her name, listens well, and has become more social. We can confidently take her out in public, including to stores, which was a challenge before. Thank you, Alora, and everyone at Dog Training in Your Home, for your dedication and support. Love Chanelread more

Karen Gerecke Mundy

2025-10-15T10:07:51+0000

I would like to say Alora was so great training Murphy! He was not the easiest boy to train & Alora was so amazing with him. He is doing great now and I would recommend Alora to train any dog,she is great at her job. Thank you 😊read more

Joseph Sandor

2025-09-26T20:47:53+0000

We scheduled Harvey into Dog Training In Your Home from a friend's suggestion. WE ARE SO GLAD WE DID. Harvey has come a long way with his training. He's learned a lot as we have also. During in home training we are given instructions and explanations for what we're learning. Alora is our trainer and we can't say enough about her methods, caring, and patience. Harvey was a great student with her and did all he was instructed. We are so happy seeing Harveys improvements and gaining confidence. We HIGHLY recommend working with Dog Training in your Home. Harvey is happy.read more

Kayla Varney

2025-06-11T14:11:50+0000

This is a great program for new and experienced dog owners. Robert has focused as much on training us to feel confident giving commands as he does training our pup. They are always our first choice.read more

Barbara Almond

2025-06-11T14:08:54+0000

This is my second time using these dog training classes. I had a German Shepherd that was older when I got her, and I wanted her to be able to travel with me. They helped me get her to listen to me and behave around other dogs and people. I have a new puppy now, and I called them and Robert Varney came. We have been working together for about 6 weeks and she is doing great. I highly recommend this training for dogs. Robert has really helped me to be able to enjoy my new dog.read more

Candy Gore Hindersman

2025-05-13T01:55:58+0000

Order has been restored in our home thanks to Robert! We sent our Boykin to an overnight out-of-town boarding facility. Unfortunately, after much time and expense we all still needed training ( us included). We were reluctant to try something again but our dog was disrupting meal times, pulling during walks and eating socks. We knew we had to give training another try. After the first session with Robert, he gave us the tools to sit down to dinner again with our family, puppy included, peacefully- without begging or barking. He was dedicated to working on each problem area. He works hard to teach the owners the tools to work with the dog so they stick after he leaves -which is what was lacking from the other training. We are grateful for Robert.read more

Brandy Leigh

2025-05-06T11:49:23+0000

Dog training in your home has been great for us and our dog! Alora did an amazing job with our dog, and helped/taught us so much along the way. We are very grateful for all of Alora’s knowledge and skills with dog training. We look forward to continuing to learn and grow with her and our dog during the group training classes!read more

Natalie Geter

2025-04-28T16:25:12+0000

10/10 recommend Dog Training in Your Home and especially Robert Varney! Robert has been working with our 10 month old mini golden doodle (Dallas) for the last month or so with our main concerns being basic obedience and walking on a leash. Dallas has learned many commands and in just one session has learned how to better walk on a leash. Robert is very knowledgeable and knows what your dog will do before they even do it. You can tell he is very experienced. In addition, Robert has worked with me and my husband’s busy schedule, coming out multiple times to be able to show both of us when we can’t attend the session together. This company and trainer are reliable, personable, & experienced!!read more

Shanita Thomas

2025-04-27T00:55:58+0000

I totally wasted money with a prior company using their 'In-home boarding program' for my 2 puppies. Robert's experience and education made me comfortable enough to try again. Alora came into our lives and made training my girls so much easier. She's so knowledgeable and excellent at what she does. I call her the 'dog whisperer'. She knows what and how they think. My girls totally loved and respected her. She taught me how to get the same result from them. I can't recommend them highly enough! Life in my house is completely manageable now, and my dogs WANT to obey me. If you're on the fence, get off!! This company is what you need. Call them!read more

Camille Quinn

2025-04-12T17:43:37+0000

The trainer I worked with was very patient and helpful with my partner and I while we navigated training our dogs. The secret sauce comes with helping understand and learn our dogs, not just teach them obedience. I learned just as much as about being a good dog mom as bagel did about being a good girl ❤️read more

Jan Trent

2024-10-30T16:15:19+0000

The puppy distribution system determined that I was going to find a puppy under my car. Divine scrolling on FB/Google found Robert. Even though he was leaving in a day for vacation, he came and assessed Buddy, and determined the little dumped pup needed a lesson before he left the next morning! So at the crack of dawn, Robert is giving me and Buddy a lesson on not biting since that was his favorite thing to do. Robert’s consistent training of Buddy and me has expanded our bond and trust. Buddy continues to grow in confidence of his correct behavior and I am so proud of him. Robert has continued to be available to direct me on how to respond and correct Buddy as issues have arisen. Robert is a wonderful trainer.read more

Sandy Shepp

2024-08-28T17:39:40+0000

Robert is an excellent trainer. My GSD learned so much. Robert taught me how to handle Gus. He's very patient and a good disciplinarian. I was able to tell he has lots of experience under his belt. I would definitely call Robert again in the future.read more

Mary Kephart

2024-07-01T13:21:42+0000

Very professional very efficient great results

Mary Ann Schneider

2024-05-20T22:40:55+0000

Best dog training experience I’ve had! Such a plus having someone come to my home and train my dogs (& me) in our home environment. Alora was excellent…patient with me and my dogs. My dogs fell in love with her, literally had smiles on their faces when she was here. They learned A LOT and I plan to continue reinforcing what they learned. I appreciate the fact that I have the option of taking them to free “tune up” classes and call Alora as needed. Highly recommend!read more

Angela Mosley

2024-05-16T22:48:20+0000

Alora was amazing. Our pup was very unruly and aggressive and now he is behaving so much better. I highly recommend this service and Alora!!! She’s great!read more

Erica Pawluk

2024-05-13T18:20:12+0000

Alora is an incredibly kindhearted knowledgeable dog trainer who did so good with our American staffordshire terrier named Stormi. She was always willing to share her knowledge and suggestions with us. And Stormi loved her.read more

Michele Boozer Hudson

2024-03-29T14:17:50+0000

Our dog, Wayha would not even allow us to put a collar or leash on him and he was very aggressive. Robert has changed Wayha into a total different dog. We can now take him on walks, ride in the vehicle, he no longer runs to the door when someone knocks or ring the door bell. I would recommend Robert and this company to anyone that needs help training their dog!!!read more

Madison Scheno

2024-03-04T17:55:41+0000

Our first training session was today. The trainers were awesome and we were able to learn a lot! We can’t wait to keep practicing and continue the sessions!read more

Janet Lonkey

2024-03-02T23:41:03+0000

I have used Dog Training in Your Home/Columbia for several of my fur babies. They have gone beyond what I expected. Their knowledge and expertise is beyond other trainers that I tried. I have referred them to several of my friends. If you care and love your pets this is the best all around company for you.read more

Holly Swan

2024-03-02T23:26:45+0000

I have enjoyed the expertise of Robert at DYIYH for over 15 years, and he has helped my family with four different dogs. His ability to connect with a dog and determine different techniques based on the dog is remarkable. They also always work hard to accommodate my schedule and have even done phone consultations when my daughter and her pup moved out of state. I often recommend this group to others. They know what they’re doing.read more

Patti O'Rourke

2024-03-02T03:59:06+0000

Dog Training in Your Home’s trainer Robert Varney helped train many of our rescue dogs after they were adopted and also a few while they were in foster care to help get them acclimated to life in a home and with other dogs. Robert did everything from house training and leash training to basic obedience and even helped with a number of behavioral issues a few dogs were having. I would recommend Dog Training In Your Home and Robert for any of your dog training needs. Robert is knowledgeable, professional and great with the dogs.read more

Yume Shima Tango

2023-03-15T15:49:46+0000

We’ve been working with Stephen on training our GSP puppy Decker and I would highly recommend him! Decker loves his trainer & is always excited for his training sessions. The training itself is practical & easy to understand & the “homework” is reasonable & doable even with our busy schedules. We’ve noticed a significant improvement in Decker’s behavior by rebuilding his foundational knowledge of basic commands & establishing boundaries. The quality of the training we’ve received is unmatched. Definitely hire Dog Training in Your Home/Columbia & request Stephen if he’s available!read more

Susan B. Stockdell

2022-08-09T17:28:14+0000

This review for Julia Shoup is long overdue. We were gifted a re-home/rescue 6 1/2 month old terrier mix on St Patrick’s Day through our veterinarian. We named her Saiorse in honor of the day. In reality she is almost a year old now and is, in fact Shepherd mix not a terrier mix. Translated that means full out 24/7. Having had the wonderful outcome with Dog Training In Your Home for our previous dog Maisie we immediately called to get signed up for training for Saoirse. Julia was absolutely incredible on every possible level. She understood the possible breed, habits, what to expect, and worked diligently with me on every aspect of training that she needed. Julia was patient, firm, and very engaged in every aspect of training. Not having expected a puppy and having not had a puppy for years and years and years this was a whole new territory. I can’t say enough about Julia, she was always there when I needed her, assured me “we can fix this”. And fix it she did. So kudos to Julia Shoup and to Dog Training In Your Home. They always go above and beyond. Julia made Saoirse a happier engaging pup, and did more training with me then she did with Saoirse. We were quite the team. So kudos Julia and see you at Monthly park training.read more

Helen Michelle Chiri

2022-06-25T01:44:01+0000

Julia was amazing she helped us very much with Alpha and Omega. She was very patient with us. She understood what I needed and my desire to help our my pups to be better in public. Whenever I had a concern or question she was always available to answer me. I would highly recommend Julia and Dog Training in Your Home/Columbia.read more

Sheila McNair Robinson

2022-05-14T18:23:13+0000

Julia is awesome! She worked with our 3 year old golden retriever who had almost no training before. The changes in his behavior are unbelievable! I highly recommend.read more

Lauren Corbett

2022-04-20T22:57:47+0000

Julia shoup was a great teacher and very knowledgeable about puppy training. she was very patient and took the time to explain the procedures and steps to ensure that both Annabelle (my puppy) and my family understands the importance of all of us being on the same training techniques. we were provided with a training log and potty log to show we are following the training techniques that we were showed weekly and that we were sticking to a training schedule. I would highly recommend Julia and this company to anyone who needs help with training, I really like the one on one session with Julia and I hated to see my training end.read more

Marketta Wright

2022-04-15T12:19:33+0000

Julia is so great. During our training she's helped my baby yorkie poo learn commands and help learn to potty train. He's so energetic and looses focus quickly but she's been able to help us channel through that and he's doing so much better. Thank you Julia.read more

Suzanne Pleming

2022-03-12T02:26:14+0000

Julia was our trainer and we loved her! She was patient with us and our Goldendoodle puppy loved her. We look forward to the outdoor group sessions for more reinforcement!read more

Tonya Barthmaier

2022-03-09T18:20:06+0000

Highly recommend. Our trainer Julia was amazing. Our 4 month old Shih Tzu loved her. Julia was very patient with Zoe and us (as new pet owners). She gave us plenty of hands on and walked us through every step.read more

Cheryl Goodson

2022-02-17T22:56:29+0000

I recommend having Julia Shoup to come to your home and train your four legged companion. She treated my puppy with a lot of love in which he gladly returned. Julia provided me great tips to help me to continue enforcing what she taught us in each lesson. She is very knowledgeable about training, good homemade dog treats, and collars. Thanks to Julia, my puppy sits, come, place, down, and walks by my side. My puppy no longer eat my shoes or potty on my floor. I now have a well trained almost 7 month old puppy. Julia was very flexible with us on scheduling training sessions. She is always on time. We love Julia and are very bless to have had her as our trainer.read more

Lauren Sekula

2022-02-17T20:15:59+0000

Rey and I just finished our last in home session with Julia and I could not be more pleased with how far she has come. We have all the basic obedience now at our disposal to create a more balanced home with our reactive girl. Julia showed me how to easily redirect Rey when situations and distractions occur on walks and gain that control and confidence I needed. Thank you so much!read more

Tonya Rowland

2022-01-04T00:52:35+0000

We worked with Stephen to train our Goldendoodle. He was very knowledgeable and professional. He answered all our questions each time out. His plan has worked great for our dog. I highly recommend him.read more

Nina Moreno

2021-11-13T17:31:10+0000

We worked with Stephen and he was wonderful: he helped our rescue dog further develop some basic commands and learn more advanced ones. More importantly for us, he taught us how to walk our dog so she won't react to people or other dogs around us. If you complete the program you can also participate in free group classes on weekends that reinforce what the pup and her humans have learned with the trainer.read more

Buddy Norris

2021-11-06T19:52:48+0000

This is our second review for Stephen as our trainer. We wanted to give credit where credit is due. Since we’ve wrapped up our basic training for Sydney, we’ve run into a few post-training behavioral related issues. Stephen has always responded to our calls and has always given us ways to solve the issues. He’s even come back out to our home to assist when needed. Over the last few months, Sydney’s fear of baths has drastically increased. The fear had gotten so bad that when the mobile groomer came to our home, we could not get Sydney in the van. My wife reached out to Stephen and he offered to meet her at a self-wash dog grooming station to start working thru the fears. It took 2 times meeting up to get Syd where she needed to be in terms of not freaking out over the bath process. Today was the second session and significant progress was made. We are now confident that Syd can now endure a bath! Not only are we proud of Sydney for putting a big dent in her fear, but SO THANKFUL that Stephen was willing to take time to go above and beyond to get us to this point. Stephen is a SUPER trainer! DTIYH lives up to their reputation of the Best In Columbia and Stephen certainly drives that honor along. Appreciative for all the help – Gale, Buddy and Sydneyread more

Betsy Rambow

2021-02-23T18:35:38+0000

Robert has helped me so much with my dog Jack in just one session. I now have Jack’s constant barking at the window under control. I love being able to have my front blinds open at last! We worked on loose leash walking at our training session today and I’m so excited to practice this week. I’m so glad we found Dog Training in Your Home.read more

Robin-Mike Ray

2021-02-23T16:39:46+0000

We just finished our last session with Ms. Debbie who is AWESOME!!! Our therapy dog Fred just passed his test with flying colors. Thanks for all the help and support. He is gonna be such a good boy and the kids will enjoy him so much at our clinic. Thanks- Capital City Therapy Groupread more

Amanda Kerrigan Wise

2020-10-14T22:40:56+0000

Stephen has done a wonderful job with Howie! He knew right away how to gain the trust of a nervous dog who needed a confidence boost. We can’t wait to keep working with him at Saturday group sessions.read more

Carol Ann Doherty

2020-09-29T22:35:14+0000

We have been having Stephen help us train our dog, Lexi. He has completely changed her from a scared dog we were unable to even walk to an amazing easy-going dog. We are loving our lessons and look forward to learning even more! Thanks, Stephen 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🐶read more

Angie Chaplin

2020-07-28T03:08:12+0000

What can I say about Stephen!?! Stephen is awesome! He started working with Fendi at 6 months He helped with a very, very energtic puppy & I had no idea how to harness that energy. Now Fendi is on track. The results were amazing! I had questions after the training was over he never hesitated to help and talk me through it. I also learned a lot about how to maintain the training moving forward. Stephen is highly skilled trainer; I can see that he takes pride and joy in his work. Great service! Couldn't be happier.read more

Jazmin Jean

2020-07-14T02:03:56+0000

Stephen “SR” has been training my skye for 4 weeks now, and let me just say she’s a whole new pup!! He trained/ helped me train my 4 month old Pitbull to be a great pup! Sit, stay, come, heel etc I 100% recommend “SR” and “Dog training in your home” Now I can take my Pitbull anywhere and not have to worry about her fitting the “stereotype!” THANK YOU SR!!! 🐾 ❤️read more

Alaysia Boyd

2020-07-10T02:03:09+0000

Stephen did a wonderful job and is a subject matter expert! He was very personable and knowledgeable. He was always on time and our dogs love him. Pongo is a totally different puppy now! Highly recommend!read more

Ally Stone

2020-07-03T01:15:28+0000

We finished our 5 weeks of training today and we could not be more pleased with the outcome!! Our miniature schnauzer Cooper is so much more obedient than he was 5 weeks ago, and our trainer Stephen Rinehart gave us all the tools we needed to solve the issues we were having! He has a wonderful disposition for working with dogs, was punctual to every appointment, checked for and thoroughly answered any questions we had, and was all-around a wonderful trainer to work with... 10/10 I would recommend working with Stephen if you get the opportunity!! We are looking forward to continuing our relationship with the Dog Training In Your Home Family with one happy and well-trained pup!!!read more

Lauren Clouse-Bomhoff

2020-07-01T00:29:09+0000

Stephen has been training our dog Andy for the last 5 weeks! I could not recommend a better person to help us with our new puppy. He has given us great tools and ways to make our dog the perfect fit for our family! We will definitely be asking him to come back for more advanced training when the time comes. And we can’t wait for his group classes to open up.read more

Justin Ruffin

2020-06-28T20:58:45+0000

Julie is great! Give her a call!

Anita Brandt

2020-06-04T20:21:51+0000

Jake and Emma say, “Thank you!!!” Robert went out of his way to make sure my dogs were well trained. My 2 malinois mix pups were as wild as 2 Hienas on steroids, caffeine, and Snicker bars went I first got them! There was no way I could keep them from jumping wildly much less walk them. From the moment Robert walked in, Robert gained respect from my dogs and listened. He has a tremendous insight that allows him to pinpoint the needs immediately. Robert has been compassionate, professional, and on target with the training. I honestly didn’t know if I could keep these lil guys; but now I wouldn’t trade them for the world. I am so lucky to have been introduced to this company when I did. Really can’t say enough for the incredible service this company provides for dog owners.read more

Ruth Lewis

2020-03-30T20:15:55+0000

I had a very opinionated 6 month old lab/pit mix. She was becoming unmanageable for me. Robert came out and has trained both her and me! I was ready to find another home for her but Robert showed me how to handle her to get her to behave. It is like night and day! I wouldn’t give her up for anything now! She’s the best. Robert and his crew are very patient and know exactly how to read dogs and fix their behavior....and the owner’s behavior too!! They are kind but firm and I am so thankful I called them and they were willing to help. Thank you Robert!!!read more

Michael Stagliano

2020-01-19T18:31:20+0000

I researched several dog training organizations including independent trainers. I eventually settled on Dog Training in Your Home. After an initial meeting with owner, Robert Varney, I was assigned to trainer, Jessica. From the first lesson to our last in home lesson, Jessica took control and "educated" our young Airedale, Olive. Our companion animal is now well-behaved and a joy to be around. As long as one reinforces the latest lesson for about 30 minutes a day (broken up in 10 minute intervals) your pet will soon be the pet you hoped for. And if you need a reinforcing lesson, Jessica will gladly help you out. I can't brag on Jessica enough. She is definitely a dog whisperer!read more

Marie Knutson

2019-12-16T14:05:56+0000

Robert is a very knowledgeable trainer and helped us a lot. My German Shepherd needed some tuning up and in just a few sessions Robert had him in check. Also I can't wait to start working with Debbie! Dog Training in Your Home/Columbia has been nothing but kind and helpful, they were quick to respond as well.read more

Sierra McClintock

2019-12-10T15:26:45+0000

Robert came out for a free consultation visit for our 3 month old puppy. He was so patient with her and answered all of our questions. He was incredibly responsive as I came up with additional questions and he worked with us to make sure we could get the training that we needed for our sweet girl. I am looking forward to working with him and his team!read more

Melissa Navarre Prasun

2019-11-12T14:13:01+0000

We just finished 5 weeks of training with Robert and our dog Charlie is a totally different dog then he was 5 weeks ago. I can’t say enough good things about the training. Charlie is a 5 month old wheaten terrier full of energy. Thank you so much for the awesome training!read more

Puggy Blackmon

2019-10-09T16:08:37+0000

Shoutout to Robert Varney for an incredible job in training us to train our adopted two year old Australian shepherd, Bear. Would highly recommend!!!!!read more

Katharine M. Hartley

2019-09-04T14:37:43+0000

These are people who truly love and respect dogs and want owners and their dogs to have the most positive relationship possible. The time they spend with you one on one are totally individualized and their group classes are excellent. My dog and I have made a lot of progress thanks to their help. I give them at minimum an 11 out of 10.read more

Lee Rambo

2019-08-24T20:10:24+0000

Robert came to our home and worked with our new-to-us one year-old dog. The transformation in her has been amazing! Robert was very straight-forward, practical, and easy to work with and the results have been great! I recommend him and his business very highly.read more

Nadine Halaby Zimmer

2019-06-20T13:14:21+0000

Compassionate, caring trainers. Professional and great at training my dogs and me

Kristen Ellermeyer Rose

2019-06-17T20:34:35+0000

The training and insight I have been given about my dog is invaluable! I am forever grateful for their services!

Lahela Worley

2019-02-28T14:41:53+0000

Morgan was absolutely fantastic with my sweet, but slightly dominant/aggressive pup Kylo! A new rescue, he had some behavioral issues that needed to be taken care of and I can't believe the difference in just the short five weeks of training. She was very understanding and helpful when he had some issues with biting that had me extremely worried, and she gave me a lot of reassurance that he was going to be able to learn. I am so happy with the results and don't feel nervous that I won't be able to handle him anymore! so so so happy with all her help, and with the social group classes on Saturdays, highly recommend!read more

Ron Parler

2019-02-25T15:15:26+0000

We had Morgan as our trainer and she did an awesome job with our border collie/ lab mix.

Marti Paul Dahl

2018-12-12T16:41:34+0000

Debbie is an awesome trainer. She gets immediate results from our Pomeranian pup. Highly recommend this service! And especially Debbie!! 👍🏻🐶

Greg Mackie

2018-11-29T01:12:16+0000

outstanding trainers. for both pets and humans. highly recommend.

Robin Mackie

2018-11-29T01:00:27+0000

Highly recommend Robert and Chris. They provide consistent training and great customer service. You all really care about dogs and their owners and it shows. We appreciate the commitment you have made to us and our German shepherd Sadie. Thank you! Robin and Gregread more

Mandy Page Toole

2018-08-07T01:35:15+0000

We had a wonderful experience with Chris Varney. Our two dogs that used to get along great we’re now fighting each other causing total stress and chaos in the house. We called Dog Training in Your Home and Chris came to the rescue. The dogs learned some basic commands, along with important socialization while we regained our confidence as well as control of our household again. I know our girls are happy and I’m thankful for meeting Chris.read more

Gail Adams

2018-08-06T15:17:20+0000

It was the best investment I made. Debbie Beck was our trainer and she was fabulous. She was always prompt and dependable . She so good solving any problems we had between visits. Always great recommendations to make Anna a better dogread more

Cathy Landis

2018-07-18T01:36:26+0000

Needed training for my 15 month old spunky 10 lb cavachon, Oliver. Robert was terrific with Oliver. Within 4 training periods, Oliver will now sit, stay, down, place and walk with me without pulling! So exciting. Actually, Robert trained me and Oliver cooperated!! Robert also put our 7 yr old golden doodle through refresher training with Oliver, they were great. So glad we were able to work with Robert and highly recommend!read more

Cathy DuBois Scott

2018-07-12T18:51:27+0000

We called Dog Training in your Home soon after we moved, which caused our previously sweet lab mix Dunkin to become extremely aggressive. We couldn’t even have friends come to our home with his new behavior. Chris was amazing. Within 2 months Chris had shown us how to handle Dunkin and retrain his behavior so that he is once more the sweet lab we thought was gone. We now have the confidence to take him out in public and over the 4th had a party at our house where Dunkin showed exceptionally good behavior. I whole heartedly recommend them. No more worries about public situations going horribly wrong. Fantastic results. Thanks Chrisread more

Christina Kauffmann Isenhower

2018-07-12T00:24:13+0000

Chris Varney was so helpful with our two dogs. We hired training to prepare for our first child. We were nervous but Chris worked wonders! Very quickly, our dogs learned new commands and skills. Plus, our dogs now love Chris! They whine with excitement when he visits! Thank you, Chris!!read more

Sydney Boykin

2018-07-02T22:30:24+0000

Robert was amazing with our 10 month old goldendoodle. In 2 lessons he has fixed problems we have been trying to fix for months. He is so knowledgeable and has made our training so much more effective. We would highly recommend.read more

Abbye Hope Smith

2018-02-16T21:11:21+0000

Our trainer, Chris Varney is the best. Chris worked with our dog Chip last year and did a great job. However, I became unable to take Chip out for socializing due health issues. As a result, Chip has become unfriendly towards other dogs. We called Chris, and he immediately began working with us to resolve this matter. So far we are making good progress. We are so thankful and appreciative to Chris for his work and dedication with our fur babyread more

Dennis Cooley

2018-02-15T03:49:31+0000

Tell your employees about how u lie to them about their pay. 22 an hour then to receive only 10 is wrong!!!!

Mary Etta Able

2017-12-27T18:40:38+0000

Dog training in your home/columbia came promptly and warmed right up to my dog. I am excited to work with them :)

A Belinda Bartling

2017-12-16T03:53:04+0000

Absolutely the best choice we made for Dash, would recommend to any dog � parents!!!!

Carol A Getz

2017-12-14T14:42:45+0000

I have a special needs dog that I have just adopted. She needs injections twice a day and she was giving me a very hard time, growling, snapping and flipping on her back. Robert was able to help me create a positive situation with rewards that has really helped us. Now she quietly holds still while she gets her injection. He turned a stressful unpleasant situation into a normal part of her day. Thanks Mr Varney!read more

Sue Sears Carter

2017-11-21T16:37:52+0000

I had Robert Varney come out and check my dog after so many of others have told me to to either give her up or put my gracie down for aggressive , I believe in giving a pet a chance. So I called Robert he came to my home meet me Gracie said she was a great dog just needs a little training and does Not.need to be put down. After I told him about the other trainer he fell to the floor laughing. He could not believe it.So if you want a GREAT AND HONEST TRAINER .ROBERT VARNEY IS YOUR GUY... thank you.� so much..for being their for my girl.read more

Paul Borden

2017-11-18T16:57:53+0000

Highly recommend Dog Training In Your Home. A lot of problems solved with the in-home training. The group classes are great exposure for our Rescue Pomeranian. She seems to enjoy them also.read more

Cheryl R. Holland

2017-10-21T17:15:27+0000

We have two miniature Australian Shepherds (smart and high energy). Between our in-home training with Chris and group Saturday classes, we have two well-behaved, happy dogs that we can take anywhere. Chris helped us with behavioral challenges unique to each dog and the breed as well as the basic training to put us on the track to success. I couldn't recommend more highly.read more

Bill Rogers

2017-10-21T14:51:26+0000

Chris and Robert are amazing dog trainers. We have seen a great improvement with our dog Leica. Group classes have made a huge difference and our dog eagerly anticipates the Saturday sessionsread more

Matthew Shuler

2017-10-21T14:14:07+0000

Thank you Chris for making the trips home more tolerable. Taming the hellhounds, Black Eye and Ivy, is quite the accomplishment! Over the years it has been astounding to see the improvements in their behavior! Thank you so much for helping my mom out.read more

Laura Solmaz Alghothani

2017-09-16T21:00:12+0000

We hired Robert to help us with our new Norfolk Terrier puppy (our first puppy ever). Last week I had to have a dog walker come for midday walks and received the ultimate compliment!!! She said that Copper was the most well behaved 6 month old puppy she has ever walked!!! Woot woot! Thank you Robert!!!read more

Anne Dreher Adams

2017-06-14T18:18:42+0000

This was our first appointment for Ziggy Stardust! I have to say, after just a couple of exercises today, he became much more polite to people coming to the door or passing by!! Can't wait for the real lessons to start!read more

Sabrina Engom Faircloth

2017-04-20T19:57:44+0000

Robert V was very friendly and I am so pleased with the results after just 1 visit! I am excited for the coming weeks.

Tiffany Boyd Prichard

2017-04-18T00:29:05+0000

We have been so pleased with Dog Training In Your Home! Our Goldendoodle Sulli is doing so good!

Jen Sylvander Sadlovsky

2017-03-20T19:50:45+0000

We are very pleased with the dog training we had with Robert. We have a 1 1/2 year-old Havanese who was becoming very aggressive when people came to the door. We were embarrassed to invite people over, not knowing if Harlow was going to bite them or bark & growl the whole time they were here. In just 4 sessions we were taught how to handle these situations with confidence. When Robert came for the free in home evaluation I was certain Harlow was going to bite him at the door. Before Robert was done with the evaluation, Harlow was sitting quietly at his feet. (I had never seen Harlow do this before.) During the free in-home evaluation we were able to discuss all of our concerns. It was great to have the trainer see how Harlow reacted in his natural home environment. The added bonus of all the training sessions being held at our home where Harlow's behavior issues are at their worst was the best thing for him. We are also enjoying the group classes where Harlow gets to work on socialization skills around other people and other dogs in an environment that he's not used to. We just can't say enough good things about Dog Training In Your Home. We highly recommend them. If you have an issue about the cost we can say, it's well worth every penny!read more

Anna James

2017-02-13T16:59:51+0000

Chris has been great in helping Delilah to get over her fears. Plus she is learning new things to become a better dog citizen. Cannot say enough good things about the experience.read more

Sarah Waites Hennig

2017-02-03T07:17:59+0000

Russ Knight

2017-01-19T21:15:41+0000

I have used them twice and both times they made my life and my dogs life so much better for the life of my dogs.

Paul Fram

2017-01-14T21:00:13+0000

We absolutely LOVE Robert and the difference he has made in our lives by working with us and our dogs, Sophie (a 5 year-old Lab mix) and Pixie (a 10 month-old English Mastiff). He taught us how one person can walk two large dogs without getting dragged around, and his careful work with Sophie and her anxiety-caused aggressiveness has led to huge improvement in her public behavior. Sophie usually doesn’t like or trust anyone outside of the family, but she loves Robert and will do about anything that he wants her to do!! And the clicker!! Pixie is a strong-minded puppy who generally wants to come in when she wants to come in, but when I click the clicker after training her the way Robert taught me, she comes running right away. With such a large dog, it is incredibly important that she comply when we need her to, and we feel so much more confident because of the training that Robert has provided to us. I could not recommend Robert more highly as a dog trainer! He always just seems to know exactly the right thing to do in every situation to make our dogs behave in the way that they need to, and his genuine kindness and decency comes through in every interaction that my wife and I have had with him.read more

Angie Blocker Carter

2017-01-07T00:03:46+0000

We have a different dog, for the better! We are amazed at how much he has learned! Thank you Debbie!

Jordan Nealey Langland

2016-11-30T13:48:56+0000

Dog Training in your Home has been amazing! Not only has Max, our sports retriever, learned a lot, I have too. Our trainer, Chris, is super flexible with schedules and is very friendly. The group classes are the best part! They help a lot with training! Chris has been very helpful and easy to work with during Max's puppy stage. I really appreciate his time and I absolutely love Dog Training in your Home! I don't know what I would have done without it! I am only 14 but Chris made me and everyone in my family feel like we were important and very much needed in Max's training (and we were)!read more

Paul Lisa Rams

2016-11-02T00:27:46+0000

Happy dogs, happy family! We are so grateful for Chris and Dog Training in Your Home program!

Carmina Paskowich

2016-10-28T18:08:49+0000

I am very happy with the the training my dog Cookie received from DTIYH. Debbie was assigned to be our trainer and we were so happy to have her. On clicker training week we discovered that our dog was deaf. Debbie gave us names of deaf dog agencies and web sites to go to for information. Cookie could be trained but in a different way. After sorting everything out we decided to continue with the training. The company was fantastic and let us start over and made an e-collar available for us to use. Debbie was compasionate but firm with our dog, she is a bulldog and very stubborn. Cookie has learned so much and was so happy when Debbie came. She is a puppy and had a hard time controlling her joy when she saw Debbie coming to the door. We are extremely satisfied with this company for dog training purposes and their selection of Debbie as a trainer. I will recommend them to anyone looking for dog training. Debbie is a fantastic trainer and Cookie and I will miss her visits.read more

Sam Bailey

2016-10-10T14:44:14+0000

Our puppy Charlie, was near uncontrollable and not fun to be around. Today he behaves, takes commands, and respects our space. Robert Varney walked us through every step to get him to this point. Thanks Robert!read more

Debra Boland

2016-09-17T19:29:35+0000

A big shout out to Max's trainer Tony......we are so very pleased with the skills Tony has given us to be able to enjoy our puppy. Tony is very professional and is very passionate about his training. Thank you so much Tony your awesome!read more

Susie Bowman Horger

2016-07-08T19:40:21+0000

Rhonda N Phil Hall

2016-06-24T17:48:26+0000

Robert is Amazing! We were referred by friends who used Robert. Oh what a wonderful decision we made. We have a 12yr old Chihuahua that is king of the house (not mean just spoiled rotten). We adopted a full of energy golden retriever/bassat mix puppy. Needless to say we had some wild dynamics going on. He has taught us that you CAN teach old dogs new tricks. We are learning how to handle both dogs together. We could not have done this with his help. He truly is a dog whisperer (maybe even a person whisperer too.) If you need a trainer call DTIYH!read more

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