
Client Testimonials

Lily is simply the best, couldn’t have asked for a better experience.
When I first found Lily, I was so desperate for help. I searched high and low for a dog trainer that felt right for both my dog and myself. My extremely high energy pup, Cash, and I were struggling, and it felt like we were both constantly frustrated and overwhelmed. But finding Lily was the absolute best thing that could have happened. She not only helped cash become more obedient, but she also helped me gain confidence to be the leader my dog needs.
Lily is not just an amazing trainer, she’s also incredibly knowledgeable about dog behavior, a fantastic teacher and all around a lovely person. She made the whole training process fun and engaging. I always felt supported, I can’t count the amount of times I texted Lily with a question or needing reassurance, and she was there with helpful and thoughtful responses no matter the time or day.
Lily has truly changed our lives. I am BEYOND grateful for everything she has done for us!
Josey
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We came to Lily because our 1 year old German Shepherd puppy was a challenge to walk on a leash. She was especially reactive towards other dogs and stray cats in our neighborhood.
After the 6 week program, Leia is much more manageable on walks and understands the concept of heel, allowing us to let her know when it's time to walk and when it's time to sniff/be curious. We can also manage her reactivity on walks much better. She has a little ways to go as it's always a work in progress, but we have more tools to help on this as she gets older.
Lily is kind, responsive, supportive, and available when you have a question.
Highly recommend this program!
Prisila
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We are beyond grateful for Lily and the incredible work she’s done with our Golden Retriever, Hank. We first met her at the farmers market, where Hank was pulling us in every direction and jumping on every person he could to say hello. We were overwhelmed and discouraged that, despite other training classes, Hank still wasn’t understanding our leadership, and we struggled to communicate with him.
After our evaluation with Lily, we knew immediately she was the right trainer for us. Her knowledge of dog behavior is remarkable, and her passion and genuine love for dogs is so evident. Her training approach is thoughtful, clear, and highly effective. Throughout Hank’s 30-day Board & Train program, Lily sent us daily updates and was flexible in scheduling our training sessions—we wanted to stay as involved as possible, and she made that easy. Even after Hank came home, Lily continued to check in on his progress, celebrate his successes, and be a resource for us- further showing how much she cares for her clients.
Because of Lily, Hank has become a more relaxed, responsive, and easygoing good boy. One piece of encouragement she shared with us that has truly stuck is that a dog’s world opens up when we give them balance and structure. We are so grateful to Lily for helping us do exactly that—opening up Hank’s world and giving us the confidence to take him anywhere. She has truly changed our lives for the better, and we cannot recommend her enough!
Jenna
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I highly recommend Lily for dog training. Coco, has really high energy and was hard to manage for me and my son, especially anytime we encountered other dogs.
Lily's training was spot-on. She helped Coco with his impulse control, which made a huge difference on our walks; they are so much easier now. The best change is that we can actually take him to public places because he's learned how to regulate himself and settle down. He also picked up the 'place' command, which is great for managing him at home. Now it is easier to communicate with him.
Overall, we're really happy with the results. Lily gave us the tools we needed to handle a very energetic dog, and the difference is huge.
Valeria
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I am so grateful for Lily. She has worked so diligently and patiently with my dog, Meadow. Before training with Lily, I could barely walk down the street without Meadow reacting to every little thing and making a scene, or even walk nicely, as Meadow loved to pull. Now, Meadow can walk by other dogs relatively easily, with little to no issue. Meadow is more well-behaved and overall happier. My family and friends have stated how much better Meadow is and how much of a change has occurred. I am so thankful for Lily helping Meadow enjoy life and be more confident, helping me enjoy life with Meadow, and helping me feel confident enough to handle whatever situation arises. Thank you so much, Lily, for making my life better. You are truly a blessing.
Meredith
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We were so impressed with Lily as a dog trainer, her instincts and knowledge, evaluating our needs, our concerns, paired with a common-sense approach, she has our highest emphatic recommendation.
Our 5-year-old lab, Shiloh, was in desperate need of training, and necessary behavior corrections were required; Lily delivered results. She is a game changer, and we couldn't be more pleased with the outcome.
Everyone within our circle, friends and family who were well acquainted with Shiloh and her mischievous deeds, have commented, stunned really, how well behaved she is, it's that apparent.
To say the least our experience with Lily and her teaching has been overwhelmingly positive, and we hold her in the highest regard.
David, Sandra, and Shiloh
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After our 6-week training, we have a completely new dog! He is now much more confident, and we can take him everywhere with us.
He listens well and is eager to experience new things. I can't believe how much this training has helped him. We are very pleased with the skills we have learned as well to help us in the future with new dogs we bring into our home.
Thank you for helping us!!!
Tia
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We are beyond grateful for Lily and the incredible work she's done with our dog, Marty. From the very first session, it was clear that Lily not only understands dogs but truly connects with them. Her calm, confident energy instantly put both Marty and us at ease.
Before working with Lily, Marty struggled walking on a leash and was overly excited around people and other dogs. Now, we can genuinely say he's a different dog-in the best way possible. He's more focused, responsive, and so much more relaxed. It's been amazing to watch him grow into the sweet, well-mannered pup we always knew he could be.
Lily's training is thoughtful, clear, and incredibly effective. She gives practical tools that actually work, and she's so encouraging throughout the whole process. You can tell she cares deeply about her clients (both human and dog), and it shows in every interaction.
We couldn't recommend her more.
Thank you, Lily, for changing our lives-and Marty's-for the better!
Emily
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I can't say enough good things about Lily! She has been absolutely wonderful with my dog, Kora. From the very first time we met, I could tell Lily truly loves and understands dogs. Korra is always so excited to see her, and that peace of mind is priceless.
Lily provides a safe and structured environment that has made a big difference in Kora's behavior and confidence. Not only is she an excellent boarder--giving Korra the attention, exercise, and care she needs--but her training skills have also been incredible. I've noticed real, lasting improvements in Kora's behavior thanks to Lily's patient and consistent approach.
I completely trust Lily and feel so lucky to have found her. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a compassionate and skilled dog boarder and trainer!
Joshua
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I was introduced to Lily when I needed last minute boarding for my puppy Grizzy! She was very accommodating and even provided a pick up and drop off service which was extremely helpful in this particular case.
My kids and I were able to go have a fun weekend while knowing our boy Grizzy was very well taken cared of. She provides updates and responds back quickly when I'm just curious on how my boy is
doing.
I have used her a few times since then & plan on continuing to do so.
Lily is great, my family appreciates it!
Micah
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Working with Lily has been an absolute game-changer for me and my two big dogs. From the very first session, it was clear that Lily has a deep and intuitive understanding of dogs, especially when it comes to their biological nature and behavior patterns.
Her knowledge is impressive, and she uses it to guide both dogs and owners with confidence and care.
Lily was incredibly supportive throughout our training journey-always empowering and encouraging, yet also direct and clear in her instructions. She strikes the perfect balance between being compassionate and being effective, which makes it easy to trust her guidance.
Thanks to her, I now feel so much more confident in handling my dogs and understanding their needs. I would highly recommend Lily to anyone looking for a skilled, thoughtful, and results-driven dog trainer.
She truly makes a difference!
Hilary
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Lily with Bloom and Heel is amazing! I have two Standard Australian Shepherds who love people, which meant they were constantly jumping on everyone.
After working with Lily, that completely changed. She showed me how to train them the right way so they actually wait for my attention instead of demanding it.
Now I can walk both of them at the same time without being dragged down the street.
What I really love is that Lily doesn't just train your dogs for you; she teaches you how to do it. I've tried programs before where you drop your dog off, and they come back knowing a few things, but they won't listen to me. With Lily, my dogs picked things up so quickly, and the changes have actually stuck.
Honestly, I'm so impressed with her training program. If you're
struggling with your dogs, you need to see Lily! She knows her stuff!
Samantha
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Absolutely incredible experience with Lily!
I can’t say enough amazing things about working with Lily. When I first brought my dog Bonnie to her, she was insecure, anxious, and reactive in new environments. Walks were stressful for both of us, and I honestly wasn’t sure if she’d ever feel confident or calm in public.
Thanks to Lily’s patience, knowledge, and truly intuitive approach, Bonnie has undergone a complete transformation. She’s now such a well-behaved, confident girl who loves going on walks and exploring new places. Lily didn’t just train Bonnie — she taught me how to communicate better with her and build her confidence step by step.
It’s such a relief and joy to see Bonnie walking proudly by my side instead of hiding behind me or pulling in fear. I’m so grateful for Lily’s guidance and can’t recommend her enough to anyone struggling with a nervous or insecure pup. She’s compassionate, professional, and genuinely passionate about what she does.
Bonnie is proof that the right trainer can change everything!
Molly
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I'm so grateful for the care Lilly and her team gave my pup, Wren. They treated her like family and dedicated a full month to training, which made all the difference. From the start, I felt reassured by their patience, kindness, and clear communication about Wren's progress and next steps.
When Wren came back, she was a changed, well-behaved dog with so much more confidence and joy. The transformation is a testament to Lilly's expertise and the team's thoughtful approach. I can't thank them enough and would gladly recommend Lilly to anyone seeking compassionate and effective dog training.
Athena
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I am not a first time dog owner but I am a first timer when it comes to real dog training. Working with Lily was eye opening and eductional for me and my pup. In the first week we were already seeing progress in his behaivor. It is certainly not a one and done investment but Lily gave me the tools I need to continue building good habits for Nigel making him a well adjusted dog now and in the future. Thanks for all your help Lily!
Chelsea
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Training my first dog, especially a rottweiler puppy, was a task that felt impossible. The board and train program with Lily helped to establish confidence in myself and my dog. Lily's vast knowledge is irreplaceable, and she has assisted in creating a path for us to move forward. I can now confidently continue to train my dog with no doubt that she will turn out great! She helped turn my 1-year-old puppy, who couldn't control her energy, into an elegant dog that can tackle any public setting. The relationship I can now have with my dog couldn't have been done without Lily!
Jonas
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We can't say enough good things about Lily! She boarded and trained our 12-week-old Bernedoodle puppy, Nova, for about two and a half weeks, and from the start, we felt completely at ease. She was an excellent communicator, regularly sharing updates, photos, and videos, and was always responsive and helpful whenever we had questions. It truly felt like Nova was being cared for as part of her family.
In addition to training and boarding Nova in her home, Lily even took her to a routine vet appointment she was due for, which was incredibly helpful. She also helped us coordinate a special Christmas surprise for our kids when we picked Nova up, creating a memory our family will never forget.
After Nova came home, Lily followed up with a detailed email full of important takeaways and practical tips to help us continue building on the foundation she created.
Lily is incredibly knowledgeable, thoughtful, and genuinely cares about the dogs and families she works with. We are so grateful for everything she's done for Nova and would wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for an exceptional trainer.
Taylor & Laura
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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5 stars!!
Hiring Lily for the 6-week training program was the best decision I’ve ever made for my dogs. Lily has an unmatched understanding of a dog’s mind and behavior, and she explains everything in a way that makes sense and feels empowering rather than overwhelming. I have learned so much from her.
Goose struggles with significant anxiety and reactivity, which made walks, outings, and even daily routines very stressful for both of us. Lily took the time to truly understand Goose’s triggers and tailored the training specifically to his needs, rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach. Goose has become calmer, more confident, and far more manageable in situations that used to feel impossible.
River also gained confidence, learned better focus, structure, and communication.
Lily doesn’t just work with the dogs - she teaches their human how to be a pack leader and lead with clarity & consistency. No training is a quick fix but with the tools that I’ve gained during my time with Lily I have the confidence to continue the training for the rest of their lives. As she told me “Rome wasn’t built in a day” and we’re building Rome!
The progress River & Goose have made has truly changed our day-to-day lives. Walks are more enjoyable, my home has better structure and I feel like I understand my pups on a deeper level. I am beyond grateful for Lily and would recommend her to anyone looking for real, lasting results.
Thank you so so so much Lily!!!!
Sarah
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I met Lily while she was having a training session with my neighbor and her new dog. I am so glad I did. She is such a professional and so knowledgeable, explaining everything she does and why.
Beginning with the first session with my 7 month old, Harry, I saw remarkable and positive changes. Harry can definitely be a handful and stubborn but I am now so much more comfortable and confident in his ability to walk, sit and stay when told to do so. His behavior at home and in public is so much more manageable. It was so beneficial for both of us.
I would definitely recommend Lily to anyone who is interested in bringing out the best in their dogs. Lily’s compassion and dedication to her profession is certainly reflected in her love for her own dogs. Journey was such a good role model for Harry-he’s not there yet but I have faith in him!
Thank you Lily for a job well done.
Chris
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Oliver is a rescue & riddled with so much anxiety. I'm an active person and barely ever home, so I wanted to be able to take Oliver with me everywhere I go. It makes it hard when he’s so anxious & reactive towards some other dogs. Although his anxiety is not completely gone, Lily has truly been a huge help! I'm so grateful!
I know how to handle Oliver’s anxiety now, and I know how to build his confidence so one day he’s not shaking in his boots in every new environment. We’re still working on it, but I could never have known where to start, or thought we would’ve gotten as far as we have, without Lily! She’s very genuine & knowledgeable & wants the best for you and your pup! <3
Alina
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Sending my 1.5-year-old lab, Phoebe, to Lily was the best decision I could’ve made for Phoebe and myself!
When Phoebe first met Lily, she was terrified of the world. While a very sweet dog in our home, she would bark at other dogs and men, and would freak out on walks if we saw anyone else. After six weeks in Lily’s board-and-train, Phoebe has transformed. She can go on walks and sit on patios without reacting to dogs or humans, loves her crate, and her baseline anxiety level is so much lower than where we started.
I had resigned myself to Phoebe just needing to be an at-home dog because of her anxiety, but Lily changed the course of our lives, allowing us to spend so much more time together out and about. Phoebe fell in love with Lily (and I think she is still wondering where she is), but also respected her and trusted her to guide her in places that scared her. I was very hesitant to leave Phoebe with any trainer, but Lily has gone above and beyond through updates, joint sessions, and checking in even after Phoebe’s stay.
We will be Bloom and Heel fans for life!
Jacqui
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