Bob Siegel
05:12 26 Jan 20
Laura is amazing!! I can’t recommend her enough. My dog had some aggression issues and was reactive to other dogs on a... leash. Within a couple sessions he was laid back, confident around other dogs and no longer getting riled up at home when dogs came over. Laura taught me how to properly act around my dog and how to be a leader. I didn’t realize a lot of the things I was doing and not letting my dog just be a dog. Laura understands how dogs think, is very professional, and really gets how to convey information in a way that her clients can understand. Laura saved my relationship with my dog; I went from thinking I couldn’t take him anywhere anymore to confidently walking into situations with other dogs with ease. If you’re on the fence, absolutely give Laura a call and ask her if she can help your situation.read more
Patricia Cole
00:54 06 Jan 20
Laura's amazing knowledge and insight of dogs has transformed my two German Shepherds! Her ability to get through to my... dogs, has changed them into calmer,non-reactive,attentive dogs. They are happier having direction and obedience in their lives...and so am I! 5 stars aren't enough !read more
Marynelle Evans
03:01 05 Jan 20
We found Laura as the trainer for our Miniature Schnauzer puppy. We chose in home training so the training could be... personalized to our specific needs. Laura was a miracle worker! She understands the psychology of dogs and our puppy responded to her immediately. She asked us what we wanted to work on and then taught us the techniques to make it happen. She was kind and patient with our dog and with us!! We all fell in love with Laura and are grateful for her help in making our dog the wonderful member of our family we hoped he would be.read more
leslie shapiro
03:22 03 Jan 20
I truly miss Laura in Southern California. She is the very reason my 2 large breed pups and I live peacefully... together. If you are truly willing to follow direction and be trained to help your pup(s) live a well balanced and confident life with you, then Laura is for you. I am more than willing to provide anyone with my phone number to share my experience, just message me. Payton and Pals is the best trainer to help balance you and your pups. Bend, Oregon is incredibly lucky to have Laura and her talents.read more
Kee Morrison Moon
00:27 07 Oct 19
Looking for someone to walk my energetic, 3 year old, herding dog mix (Cody), I found Payton and Pals and Laura. We... couldn’t have been luckier or happier. Laura came and did a full meet and greet with Cody. I liked her right away- she is warm, straight-forward and really knows dogs. When I explained some of the challenges we were having with Cody after lots of training (fear aggression with dogs when he was on leash and fear of men.) Having rehabbed many dogs with bite records, she assured me she could help Cody who has never bitten.This was such a relief to me as one trainer in town suggested I simply keep Cody away from other dogs. Laura has made a world of difference. By taking Cody on pack walks she’s helped socialize him- he’s so much calmer around other dogs. After two training walks with her I felt more confident walking and running with him than I ever had. I learned new tools for training him and love the rope slip lead she recommends- hands down the most humane and effective lead we’ve used. And believe me we’ve tried a few. Laura is easy to work with and flexible. She offers dog and house sitting services that we have used as well. Really can’t heap enough praise on her. Payton and Pals is highly recommended.read more
Raiza Carranza
19:02 26 Aug 19
Canine: Cairo, Pit Mix, 2 years by October ‘19Trained at 6mos. Laura at Payton and Pals specializes in training,... retraining and rehabilitating pit bulls. It was quite unfortunate that she had to relocate, she is very very missed. We have learned so much in setting boundaries, side by side walking, and obedience training. Laura is very well versed and knowledgeable about our breed which is very beneficial despite the stereotypes. She helps you identify the body language and how to neutralize if need be. We used a rope slip dog leash during walks and training. Which we prefer is more of a humane way. She had also helped us when Cairo broke out in hives, and later finding that pit bulls have sensitive skin and a high pain tolerance. If you’re looking for a passionate trainer who loves pit bulls, she’s the one to go to. Please come back to Long Beach!read more
