Laurie and her team know dogs intimately - they know the difference in how each breed "thinks", reacts, is motivated, and gets into trouble. They know humans well too and show me how it is me, not my pup Xena who needs training. Recently Xena was asked to follow the exact movements of Laurie when she moved back and forth and abruptly around the room. Xena did it perfectly for Laurie but struggled to work with me. DogDays training grounds are amazing - acres to romp in, a doggie pond to swim in and lots of room to run, to practice, and for us adults to enjoy being outdoors. Prices are fair and the same as other trainers (I've been to many before arriving at Dog Days.)