phylicia & jake; Falkor, wally, & Lottie

“I came to Gold Hill Canine as a last resort.

I had my dog for about 4 years that we got as a rescue. During those four years, he was a nervous, anxious, fearful mess, we couldn't even mow the lawn and him be inside the house without him going into panic mode, barking, shaking pacing etc. Besides the fact he was an overwhelmed bundle of nerves, he was reactive to other dogs. We would have to scope out our walks to make sure we didn't come across any dogs or he'd bark, lunge on the leash and just act like an insane lunatic. Not mention he had pretty much zero leash skills. When people came over to our house and if someone got too loud, clapped or moved to fast he'd shoot up and bark at them. Taking him out in public for anything other than a vet trip, or a walk around our already planned out course wasn't happening. This made us sad since we have another dog we would take places, and it broke our hearts to have leave our problem dog at home because we couldn't trust him. The kicker out of all this was that I was avidly working with him with trainers to try  and help him during this entire four years. Not one, not two but 5 trainers... and a dog behaviorist to top off the list, and it seemed like we got no where with his issues. I invested so much money, and time trying to get my dog into a good mental space. I felt like nothing was working, and I had basically given up on any life for my dog other than the four walls of our house. I tried one last time to help my dog... I contacted Gold Hill Canine. I was so done with all the pure positive only trainers that had failed me time and time again, I took a gamble and tried something different.

And that was the BEST decision I have ever made for my dog. We take him to SO many outings and events and his behavior and attitude has changed and improved so much I sometimes forget of the past struggles we've had with them, the tears shed and the hopelessness felt. Gold Hill Canine gave me exactly what I wanted for my dog, to be calmer, happier and enjoy life out in public (and even at home). If you feel like giving up, don't, there is hope with Gold Hill Canine. Or if you're just starting out on the training path, start here, you won't need to go anywhere else and waste all that time and money like I did.

It's almost impossible for me to put into words the gratitude I feel towards Gold Hill Canine and what they do for their clients and their dogs.”

rona, matt, & Lucy

My dog Lucy is a Doberman Pinscher and my husband and I have taken her to 3 trainers prior to taking her to Ashley and Liz for board and train. Her other trainers weren't bad, she learned a lot and overall, she was a good dog...inside the house. What my husband and I struggled the most with Lucy was her dog reactivity. Walks weren't fun for me because I was always on the lookout for other dogs in case I had to make a quick getaway so Lucy wouldn't bark and lunge. Because she's a Doberman and already looks intimidating, I hated people seeing her look aggressive and out of control. Lucy's previous trainers went over the e-collar tool with my husband and I, but I never felt comfortable using it because I was worried that I was hurting her and I never knew what her levels were. I was only comfortable working in really low levels.

Lucy excelled in obedience and she knew what all the commands meant, but what we couldn't train her to do was how to just be calm and stay in place. None of her trainers ever taught her how to relax and everything was about engagement and hyping her up so she'd be excited, which is fine if you want that kind of dog...but we also wanted a calm family dog.

I convinced my husband to take Lucy to Ashley and Liz because we weren't able to solve her dog reactivity issue on our own. We drove 2 1/2 hours and she stayed for 3 weeks with them. It went by quickly and on week 2, we were able to see her so they could go over what they've been doing with her and so that we could be comfortable using the e-collar. We were happy to see that she was doing well! She had 2 hot spots on her paws, but it was nothing major and they were treating it while she was there.

By the end of the 3rd week, Ashley and Liz drove her back to us and we went for a walk around the neighborhood. I'm so glad they incorporated this into their program because it allowed them to see Lucy in her environment and gave us another opportunity to work with her and the e-collar and have her trainers there in case I had questions. This was what I needed to feel comfortable using the e-collar because Lucy needed a high correction and for the longest time, that was what I struggled with! I knew Lucy's training was a success when I took her for a walk on my own around my parent's neighborhood and what I thought was just going to be a quick walk around turned into a 3 mile walk because she did so well! I took her everywhere and she stayed calm the whole time with the help of the ecollar!

As someone already stated in another review, the training works as long as you're willing to continue the work that Ashley and Liz started. Lucy is on her way to becoming the dog that my husband and I knew she could be and I'm so happy that Ashley and Liz were able to finally solve her dog reactivity! No more stressful walks and it's so nice to have a tool that I'm no longer afraid to use. Lucy's training was so successful that we are thinking of sending our other dog as well.

If you have any doubts or questions at all, contact them and see for yourself what they're all about.

jordan, eddie, & milo

“Never thought this was possible!!! A huge thank you to Ashley and Liz! For those of you who are on the fence about doing this training, do it! You owe it to yourself and to your dog. Their training really does focus on providing a calm environment for your dog, home, reshaping your dogs mind and your's as well. We have a little 16 pound chihuahua and felt silly asking Ashley for help. He didn't pass any judgement on us and reassured us that he could not only train our dog but help us be better dog owners as well.

Our little Milo had several different problems. From being yappy, aggressive towards people and dogs on leash, pulling on a leash, lunging at dogs, people, lacking confidence, scared of the world, and dealing with it by biting people(4 bites, 3 family members and 1 friend). Also we were dog owners who couldn't see the fault and role we played in creating an insecure dog. Also he could never be around bigger dogs without barking or trying to bite them.

We heard it all, from "That's just little dog behavior" or "How funny, he's a tough guy".

The reality is if he was a 100 pound Rottweiler or 90 pound pitbull people would have a total different feeling of Milo. As Ashley simply put it, this isn't acceptable for any dog, and that we needed to see it for what it is. Because Milo wasn't in a good head space.

After three weeks of training, Milo was still himself, but you could see his confidence, and calm demeanor. He no longer was insecure, unsure or aggressive. With that being said we also had to take a look and change ourselves. Not everyone has to pet your dog, and you can control your dogs environment.  
To this day Milo can now be around other dogs, people, children, and is a pleasure to walk. But it's gonna take work, but damn sure worth it.

My last words would be if you are on the fence, take the leap and I assure you, you will not regret it!”

Ashley, Nick, & Goliath

“My boyfriend and I have a completely new & improved life because of Ashley & Liz.

Our 2 year old pup, Goliath, was very nervous, unpredictable, and reactive. We had been struggling even taking him out to go to the bathroom or walking him around our neighborhood because he would growl, bark, and lunge at any moving thing. After working with a purely positive trainer for the past 7 months, and seeing our pup get worse, we decided to switch course. We had started inquiring with different trainers, talked to about 4, one of which recommended euthanizing our dog. Just as we started losing faith and were extremely discouraged, we were referred to Gold hill Canine.

Goliath just got back from his 3 week board and train 3 days ago, and he is a completely different dog, in the best way possible! We have been out to eat with him at 4 restaurants now and we've been able to walk him in places that are so crowded we never thought he could be there alongside us. He has not shown us any of his problem behaviors and he is so much more calm, relaxed, and mellow.

We can't thank Ashley and Liz enough, for saving us in the midst of what was the hardest year yet because of our dogs aggression. Not only did they spend hours talking us through the program and listening to our concerns and hopes for Goliath, but they also have been so responsive even after we got him back with any questions we've had.

Highly recommend if you want to improve yours and your dog's life!!”

cindy, kayla, & phillie

“I reached out to Ashely and Liz asking for help with our 8 year old pit bull. He was acting aggressive and no one wanted to help us.

The minute I spoke to them on the phone I knew they would be able to help us our guy! They explained their training method to me and it was not like anything I'd heard of, but it made sense.

They accommodated him on their schedule when no one else would!  He stayed with them and they worked with him and when we went for our training session he was like a new dog. He was calm and relaxed, the world no longer freaked him out!

I truly cannot put into words what they did for our guy and our family.
They are amazing miracle workers!”

Toni, Luna, & Family

“There aren't enough words to express how thankful we are for Liz and Ashely! We brought our first dog to them that was very leash reactive to the point that taking her on a walk was a literal nightmare for us and caused so much anxiety and stress. After talking with them we decided to do their board program with her and let me tell you, WORTH EVERY PENNY. It has literally changed our lives because now we can walk her without having to stress and worry about how she is going to act. We can bring her to public places and just enjoy life with her!

I love that Liz and Ashley are so honest and upfront from the very beginning. We also brought our second dog to them for some other minor issues and now we are able to live comfortably and happy with both of them. Thank you Liz and Ashley!

Lindsay, BJ, & Margot

“We brought our Pitbull to Liz and Ashley after she had some issues being aggressive toward our neighbors dog. I looking for specialty in behavioral training and found Gold Hill Canine online. I was a little apprehensive because we lived far away so I wouldn't be able to meet with them prior but watched all of the content they provided online and spoke with Ashley beforehand.

It was the best decision I could make for our dog. Liz and Ashley are both very professional and skilled trainers. They have years of experience and are keeping up with cutting edge techniques in the dog training world. My dog was safe in their care. She got the training she and we needed to help her with her issues.

We are now in the after care program still following through with all that we were taught. Gold Hill continues to keep up with our progress and is available if we have questions or concerns. I highly recommend them! Liz and Ashley are amazing dog trainers!”

Kristin, Atlas, & Family

“If you've tried other trainers, if you've YouTube-ed yourself to exhaustion looking for that correct-all secret some e-trainer will give away for some low, low price, heck, even if you're just starting out looking for someone to bring balance back into your home, look no further. Seriously, just give Ashley and Liz a call. That's all it took for me -- the initial phone call.
I submitted an inquiry through their website, and within 36 hours I was on the phone with Ashley describing all the worst qualities about my German Shepherd Dog. What sealed the deal was the #everywheredog philosophy. All I wanted was a dog I could take with us anywhere he was allowed and have him NOT go berserk at all his triggers. What made me sign the check was the life-long commitment to me and my dog to maintain this balance through the Everywhere Dog Walks. You want to talk VALUE?!? Real-life, hands-on immediate feed-back every month from Ashley and Liz. All YOU have to do is show up, and keep showing up.
So, through a 3 week board and train, Ashley and Liz secured boundaries that my dog understands fully. Through several training sessions with us, they taught us how to enforce boundaries consistently. And, for the rest of his life we have Ashley and Liz to help us maintain a balanced dog.
If you walked in my house right now, you'd be met with a GSD who sees you from across the room, sees me greet you, and then goes back to relaxing in a down position. He wouldn't approach you. He wouldn't bark menacingly at you. All the things that kept us isolated from the world are gone. They'll stay gone because Ashley and Liz gave us the skills we needed, and they continue to support us in our continued efforts to raise an #everywheredog
Now, we have the benefit of using this philosophy on all 3 of our dogs. Not just the one we sent to Ashley and Liz. We are a changed family.
I will always remember that initial phone call and how I pleaded with Ashley to please just help bring PEACE to my 3 dog, 3 kid, 2 adult household. He did, with Liz's help, of course!! Thank you, thank you!! See you soon!!”