"Joy, this is a quick note to tell you that Christine and I really enjoyed your dog training program. From you we've learned much about shaping dog behavior, being patient during the dog training process, and have learned how rewarding "good" behavior is preferred over our previous "jerk and pull" approach. We see such a big improvement in Chili! Each class session was enjoyable; it's so evident how you enjoy dog training that it also got us inspired! We were very thankful for your patience with Chili, and with us too."– Mike J., Langley

Joy, I couldn't find Major, so because the hall gate was opened I checked his crate, and he was in It! That's a first! He has never in 2 years voluntarily gotten in his crate on his own. He stayed in even after I peeked at him.– Tina S., Oak Harbor

"Joy is such a good teacher. She is fair, excellent at what she does, and very quick to praise. I have trained in many different venues and have never had a teacher as positive as Joy. I have heard Joy say she loves teaching and it really shows."– Jan S., Greenbank

"I love training with Joy because she makes it a fun thing to do with your dog. She loves both people and animals which translates into a rewarding learning experience. Most of all she has endless patience, both for the dog and the human, mostly the human!– Pat L., Oak Harbor

I like training with Joy because: 1. She never puts me down. 2. She always has patience with Coco and me. 3. She breaks the task down to make it simpler. 4. She encourages me to try things different ways.– Peggy C., Oak Harbor

"Training at Joyful Dog Training has been the most helpful investment I have ever made. Joy believes in positive reinforcement and it pays off with the result of the dog's behavior. The best class I have taken is Crate Games. It is a must for training young dogs and it is helpful for all the rest of the venues.– Jim S., Oak Harbor