5 star reviews

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"Level 10+ chaos.  And then Alyssa and Liberty show up.  Shadow, the one responsible for “The Call”, laying calm and still on the floor, just listening as Alyssa asks what our goals are, having Book Club without the Level 10 chaos, what we want to get out of the training and us listening to her explain her process and the why’s behind it. All the while she is working her magic with Shadow.  Keep in mind, our other two dogs are going berserk, locked in a room just a few feet away. And then there’s Shadow, still just calm and collected despite the noise and "stranger danger” , including Liberty on her “spot”, nearby.   I almost couldn’t hear Alyssa, just dumbfounded at Shadow’s calm demeanor. And star struck at how in under 30 minutes Alyssa backed up her process.  After what we just witnessed sign us up!  Prior to Alyssa entering our lives, we couldn’t get thru an evening of TV without 3-4-5 barking outbursts triggered by some sound, be it a back up beeper, a phone ringing, etc.. Delivery trucks, activity 2 streets over common conversation could be reason enough to set them off.  Within a few trainings we started to see a difference. Granted, it is not easy being so diligent with the corrections, or outlasting their  stubbornness, but the results were there.  Alyssa does a great job of explaining the reasoning behind the different training sessions. Seeing the difference in behaviors- both human and four legged, gave validation that her processes and instructions - along with our diligence in the trainings and correction/redirects was well worth our investment in the training.  We are several weeks out from Alyssa’s last visit and we have several “success” stories, whether they involve the dogs behaving calmly when confronted by an aggressive acting dog while out with the dog walkers, to the calmness of them hanging out on their spots and TV sounds now being a non factor for them.  And Book Club was held and it was Level 1 chaos. Enough said.  Thank you Alyssa and Liberty!!" -Chris, Jeanine, Bosco, Vera and Shadow 

"We had such a great experience with Alyssa and our 6mo old puppy, Meat! Alyssa came to our home for an evaluation and tailored a program to suit our needs and expectations for training with Meat.

Now a graduate of Freedom K9 Academy, Meat has gotten compliments from strangers of how well behaved and obedient she has become, while still being a happy, friendly puppy.

We worked on everything from crate training, off-leash, and everything in between! I can't recommend Freedom K9 Academy (specifically Alyssa) enough!" -Jason 

"Over the course of 3 short weeks (July 6 - July 26) and a total of 8 training sessions, Alyssa guided us on a transformative journey to an obedient pup.  Alyssa was an absolute joy to work with - she is a true professional and expert at her craft. She turned the training process with our puppy into an enjoyable family experience. She engaged everyone from our 9 year old son, 12 year old daughter, and two teenagers while demonstrating her mastery of the training techniques and patience with us all as we worked together on building trust with our puppy and better ways of communicating with her through leash work, verbal commands, and hand signals. Alyssa’s training was invaluable as it relates to our enjoyment of our puppy, our ability to take her anywhere with us, and entertaining people and friends without fear of behavior issues. So grateful and glad we went through this process with Alyssa as we can enjoy our new addition so much more now. Highly recommend Alyssa to any dog owner looking to learn the techniques and modalities to get the most out of your relationship with your furry best friend." -Eric  

"Alyssa was amazing to work with! We put our 3 labs through the basic obedience program. Our dogs are all under 3 years old so it was a little chaotic in our household.  Our oldest had been through training before but this program was by far the best. The dogs are happier than ever and we couldn’t be more grateful!   Alyssa’s guidance and patience made the experience enjoyable and our dogs loved it! I’m excited to move forward and sign up for retrieval training in the future." -Kylee

"Exceptional Training for Kharma and I! 

I can’t say enough about the outstanding training Kharma and I have received! From obedience to retrieval and protection work, every aspect has been handled with professionalism and expertise.

His obedience training is rock-solid—he responds instantly to commands, even in high-distraction environments. Whether at home or out in public, his discipline and attentiveness are unmatched.

The retrieval training has been just as impressive. Kharma retrieves with precision, whether it’s specific objects or tasks incorporated into everyday life. He’s reliable, eager, and always focused.

But what truly sets this training apart is the protection work. Kharma has been trained to be both alert and controlled, knowing exactly when to stand his ground and when to relax. He’s confident, responsive, and the perfect balance of protector and companion.

I couldn’t be more thrilled with his progress! This training has not only made Kharma an exceptional dog but has also strengthened our bond immensely. I highly recommend this program and Alyssa to anyone looking for top-tier training!" -Nulise

"We recently worked with Alyssa with Lorenzo dog training team and cannot say enough good things. We have two dogs Maggie and Millie. Millie has always been stubborn and Maggie is very reactive and fearful of the world. We have tried two other programs, all the meds, all the dog devices and this is the first time we’ve had lasting results. We have been so impressed with the results. The training has allowed the dogs to be dogs and we’ve seen such a difference in every aspect of their lives. To finally see Maggie relax and not always panting has been a game changer. I don’t dread having to drive with the dogs in the car anymore. We have so much more confidence in ourselves and our dogs to bring them around people and places. This truly is the best thing we’ve ever done for our dogs and would recommend this program to anyone with a dog!!" -Megan

 "We had the pleasure of working with Alyssa O'Donnell in Nashua, NH. She was absolutely outstanding, she helped us and our dog Murphy, she instilled the basics in him during boarding and the more challenging part of teaching us how to best work with him. We believe in the process. Murphy has become such a well behaved part of our family, and I'm so impressed with his abilities and have such a greater confidence in him and myself out in public. Thank you for helping us when we thought we were out of options. We highly recommend her if you need help too." -Jeff, Nicholas and Murphy

"When I got Benito, my bernedoodle, at three months old, he was scared of everything. I knew puppies could be nervous, but his anxiety made things really stressful. I wasn’t sure how to help him, but Alyssa’s training completely changed things for both of us. Her guidance not only helped calm Benito down, but it also gave me the confidence I needed to be a better trainer and owner.

Now, he’s doing amazing not just with his anxiety, but with obedience too. He’s still a little nervous around other dogs, but Alyssa’s monthly group sessions have been a huge help in building his confidence and reinforcing everything we’ve learned. I’m so grateful for her support, even after our private sessions ended. If you’re looking for a trainer who truly cares and is there for you every step of the way, I can’t recommend Alyssa enough!" -Nadine

"We are first time dog owners with a beautiful Australian Shepherd puppy. But she was constantly jumping on people and counters, nipping, chewing our furnishings, and pulling hard during walks. After just 10 sessions of training with Alyssa our puppy was transformed. She consistently holds a down stay, which prevents almost all of the behavior issues above, and stays in the heel position off leash on long walks in a distraction filled suburban neighborhood. She even held her down stay with a juicy steak in plain view on the counter throughout dinner time. She is practically a different dog, and we are able to truly enjoy her company without worry. Our trainer, Alyssa, was professional, knowledgeable, punctual, and worked with our schedule. Freedom K9 Academy has our full confidence and highest recommendation!" -Mark

"Alyssa was fantastic. This is my first dog so I'm just learning how to properly train. We did all the classroom training and she was a smart student, but I had a hard time translating that to when we were at home and outside of the classroom. Enter Alyssa via recommendation from someone at my gym. Wow I've learned so much and now feel like I have a blueprint to curb the problem behaviors I was experiencing. We still have a lot of work to do, but I feel like I have the background and pointers to get there if I keep at it consistently. I'm writing this after getting back from a mile long walk where my pup didn't pull on the leash once! I never thought that would be possible. This price is certainly an investment, but it is absolutely worth it. Wish I went to her from the start." -Tina 

"Alyssa's training was life changing. Our reactive shepherd was so over anxious all the time and he learned how to remain calm in his down-stay during normally reactive situations. Our Dane mix was overactive and uncontrolled on the leash and took me for a ride down the sidewalk. After his training, not only does he not pull me anymore, He will walk around the neighborhood right next to me “off leash” (I put on his 20-foot lead). We have used the same method of training for our now 7 month old Great Dane and so thankful I have this knowledge because he’s already over 100 pounds. Highly recommend!" -Jill 

"I have a 3 year old reactive pit mix for whom I have spent hundreds of dollars on several different trainers, none of which were effective for us. I can’t say enough just how much the training with Alyssa has vastly improved our quality of life, as well as for our dog, Hendrickx. At our first eval, despite his reactive/aggressive tendencies, Alyssa immediately handled him with confidence.  I never thought I would do a board and train, but I had complete confidence and trust in Alyssa after only our first meeting. He boarded with her for several days, and afterwards I felt for the first time, that I was speaking the same language as my dog, all through leash handling. It was incredible. We continued with lessons after the board and train.  Hendrickx is now much easier to handle in what normally would have been stressful situations. I have friends over and he remains in his down stay the entire time.  Having the confidence that I can control my dog in any situation gives us such peace of mind. We continue to keep up with the training and he still continues to improve. We are so grateful." -Brianne  

"We contacted Freedom K9 Academy, specifically; Alyssa on a recommendation.  Our four year old Amstaff mix Rosie, was becoming more and more reactive to various sounds, specifically; door bells, ring notifications, delivery/service vehicles and motor boats and jet-skis. She was also becoming increasingly more difficult to walk. At almost 90 pounds, this was problematic. We have just completed obedience training with Alyssa. We are happy with the progress Rosie has shown. She has become calmer and more obedient. We still have more work to do, but we are confident that with continued training and consistency on our part, we will have a happier, better adjusted dog. Alyssa delivered results in an efficient, effective and positive manner. She was professional, punctual, and reassuring throughout the training. Her love for dogs and the work she does is apparent.  Thanks Freedom K9 Academy, and specifically, Alyssa for your guidance and patience over the 8 weeks of training." -Gina, Jim & Rosie 

"She did a great job training my Alaskan Klee Kai puppy. (Milo) We have seen a great change in his temper and him listening to us the 1st time when we tell him to sit and stay. He knows while driving in the car his spot is on the passenger side floor. I can take him to stores and he walks right next to me and listens when I have him sit while either looking at something or checking out. He’s getting better at jumping up on people. Consistency is the key and working with your dog every day will help. O'Donnell has taught us a lot about training with Milo and I would and have recommend her to anyone. Thank you." -David

"I highly recommend Freedom K9 Academy! I have a highly intelligent and massively stubborn pup. Through this program I was able to see a complete 180 with my relationship with my dog. Half of this training was instructing my dog on how to behave and the other half was teaching me how to act! Through this process, that Alyssa patiently and expertly explained, my relationship with my dog has grown and created a strong mutual respect! Alyssa was always more than willing to pick up the phone if I had any additional questions throughout the program! Alyssa was professional at every session and treated my dog (and me) very well." -Kristina 

"We just had our last training session with Alyssa and to say this experience was worth it would be an understatement. I have an Australian Shepherd who was very set in his ways and incredibly stubborn but with Alyssa’s help with training Oakley -and myself- we’ve both come a long way.  Alyssa breaks everything down so you can understand the training simply and was so patient with us and always made herself available for questions or concerns in between training days.  I have a walking disability but I can now confidently take my dog for a walk and not have to worry about his past extreme pulling or freak outs when another dog is walking by us.  He is still the same goofy, amazing dog he was before but now we both know our rolls with each other and have a mutual respect for one another and act accordingly.  You will not be disappointed in your choosing of Alyssa and Freedom K9 Academy!" -Allison 

"I called Alyssa after my dog had bite incident. He'd been showing more and more problematic behaviors over the last 3 years and I always thought "Oh that's just how he is I can manage it" until the bite happened... she has gone above and beyond for our family and our dogs. She is so passionate and caring about what she does and that radiates through all interactions with her. We've learned SO much from her and understand our dogs better now than we ever have. My pup has a lot of work to do but he's made incredible strides in the last couple of months thanks to Alyssa." -Shannon 

 "Alyssa helped us out with our anxious pup Jasper. He had been exhibiting anxious and aggressive behavior towards visitors and people near our house and we needed help. We did a 2 week board and train program with several training sessions along the way, during which we learned the tools and processes to help our dog behave in a more calm manner. After him being home for a few weeks we already notice a dramatic improvement in his behavior. There is still work to be done but we learned the drills and tools to apply to our situation. We are very grateful that our dog can be a better, less anxious version of himself and chill, relax, and enjoy life a bit more. We  even noticed our pup showing more affection towards our family, which is likely due to him letting go of the anxiety. Thank you Alyssa!" -Nick 

 "Every dog owner needs Alyssa O’Donnell in their life! Our two year old German shepherd, Penni, had always displayed aggression when on a leash which prevented us from being able to walk her without constant chaos and havoc. She’d lunge at nearly everything that came into her line of sight and was constantly pulling which became a safety hazard for us and her. She lacked confidence in herself and in us as her owners and we had no idea where to start to fix it. Alyssa came into our lives and Penni is a whole new dog. She goes on daily walks and is in heel position the entire time, zero pulling and totally confident in us as her owners. Alyssa quite literally changed our lives giving us the skills and knowledge to be the best parents for our Penni girl. Penni LOVES the training drills and is so happy and proud of herself when we run through them, it’s the cutest. We’re forever grateful to Alyssa for helping us and can’t wait for future opportunities to enhance both our and Penni’s skills!" -Brenna 

"My golden retriever was dragging me around on her leash and I was seriously worried that I would get hurt. I called Alyssa and set up appointments for training sessions, and in no time my dog was walking by my side with a loose leash!  She has learned much more now.
We just finished basic training and next is retriever training!  I have had a lot of experience working with dogs as a vet tech and pet sitter, but never realized how wonderful effective training can be!  I can’t thank Alyssa enough for her clear training advice, patience, and her cheerful demeanor." -Andrea

"Alyssa is a long time friend, and after getting our new puppy, we went straight to her for official training! 4 dogs in our lifetime, and we never knew how much we DIDN’T know. Our main goal was to be able to have our 3 year old daughter walk her new pup who is a Cane Corso, we knew it would be a challenge. She helped Odin find his controlled, calm, and happy self that he will carry through his adulthood. He is now confident in large group settings, and great on/off leash. Not only was she extremely knowledgeable, but patient and flexible with our 3 littles who also wanted to participate in sessions. She went the extra mile in teaching them at a few lessons too. Huge thank you to Alyssa also inspiring me to grow and follow in a dog training career! 11/10 recommend" -Samantha

"We contacted Alyssa because our husky was super anxious, reactive and a poor listener. We could not leave him home alone for any length of time without him trying to break out and hurt himself.

Alyssa came out to our house, met our family and listened as we described our challenges. At the end, she worked through some basic drills and began to explain the philosophy.

Unlike other trainers, Alyssa sees dogs as family members and not robots. They acknowledge this fact and work it in to how they approach training.

Alyssa provided us with everything we needed to know (about the tools, the proper technique for correction and how to build trust with our dog). She was prompt and friendly through all of our training sessions, offering criticism when needed and encouragement when warranted. She empowered us to help our dog be more relaxed and a better listener.

After only a month of sessions (only two one-hour sessions a week), our dog was completely changed. No more pulling on his leash during walks, completely off-leash trustworthy (he would have previously bolted the second you let him off of a leash), much calmer around other dogs and animals and, as of recently, capable of being left home alone.

To say that investing our time and energy with Alyssa was worth it would be deeply understating the impact she has had on our family. We are tremendously grateful for her time and expertise and recommend her whenever we can." -Michael

" FIVE STARS

Alyssa is hands down the BEST dog trainer in Southern New Hampshire! We reached out to her to help train our 1 year old puppy Hazel, who is an Australian Shepard / Bernese Mountain Dog mix. Before working with Alyssa, Hazel was IMPOSSIBLE to take on short walks down our street. I remember wrapping the leash around my hips to keep Hazel from pulling, but that wasn’t effective or sustainable. We watched so many YouTube videos and bought so much gear, but nothing seemed to help. After doing our research on dog training programs and hearing other testimonials, we reached out to Alyssa knowing she came highly recommended.

Alyssa is not only highly knowledgeable but she is such a great person who is so easy to work with and wants you and your dog to succeed. She was able to make the dog training process so easy and accommodate our busy schedules. After working with Alyssa, we not only can take Hazel on long walks and hikes without her pulling (the photo below is Hazel at the top of a mountain), but we can also take her into stores without her running around and jumping all over people.

Through the training process not only did we improve Hazel’s behavior, but we also gained a new friend in Alyssa. If you’re in need of a dog trainer, don’t hesitate to reach out to Alyssa today!" -Kristina 

"I had a 13 year old lab that I lost in October and in January I got new puppy. I contacted Alyssa to see what she suggested we do for an out of control, biting, not listening puppy. I must say thanks to Alyssa I have now got a perfect puppy. She listens, sits, heels, she drops things she shouldn't eat and comes when called. I owe all this to the best trainer in NH, Alyssa. Alyssa is so personable and I am so appreciative of her and all her hard work training me and my Jingles. Thank you Alyssa for everything! See even Jingles is smiling because she loves her Alyssa." -Carol

 "Alyssa has saved our pups life! We cannot express how much she has changed our lives. Our 2 1/2 year old pup Kota was super anxious, territorial, and very aggressive when it came to others. We could not get Kota to sit in one spot for more than a minute due to her extreme anxiety, barking and going to every part of the house the second she heard a noise. Within two weeks of training with Alyssa, we were astonished to see that Kota would sit on command and stay seated until released, hold a down stay for a long period of time, and best of all she was finally relaxed. Now, a stampede could run by and Kota won’t even flinch at the sound! It was always such a pleasure when we trained with Alyssa because you can just tell how much she really understands and cares about dogs. She is so patient and taught us so many new things that have made our lives and most importantly Kota’s life so much better. We cannot thank her enough and would recommend her to anyone looking into training!" -Gavin

"It all started with Ellie, our Golden Retriever rescue dog we adopted in October. Ellie came to us with significant behavioral issues due to her circumstances. Having never worked with a rescue dog before and quickly becoming overwhelmed, I created a Facebook post asking for help. Alyssa reached out to me offering assistance and has completely changed our lives for the better.

We noticed progress with Ellie within weeks and soon after seeing how well she caught on to training, we got our oldest dog, Mia, on board with the program as well!

I have never met someone so dedicated to improving the lifestyle of dogs and their owners the way Alyssa is. She brings her knowledge, patience and enthusiasm to every single session and has helped us improve the relationship with our two dogs in more ways than I could have ever imagined.

Alyssa has proven that she can work with ANY dog in ANY circumstance as long as you “trust the process” and I’m SO happy that we did. It can be very overwhelming at first, but very rewarding.

If you’re struggling with your dog in any capacity, I will always recommend working with Freedom K9 Academy. They are the REAL DEAL. Alyssa is an amazing dog trainer, and an even more amazing person!" -Veronica  

" I can't even begin to explain how happy I am to have worked with Alyssa! I knew nothing about owning a dog or where to begin even just basic training. Not only was my pup trained but so was I and that I believe is the greatest asset Alyssa's training carries. I learned so much in the process and although the training with Alyssa is over, with everything I learned, I am able to continue training Lua or any pup I may have in the future. I have even be able to share the knowledge with friends that have owned dogs all their lives.

Looking back at how my pup behaved when we started the training vs now... 2 completely different dogs!" -Sarah

"Alyssa has brought so much peace to our lives! We adopted our Dog, Harvey, in December from a rescue, where he was previously returned due to behavior. Harvey is such a cuddly boy, but had a lot of anxiety. He would counter surf, rip up stuffed animals and toys, pee on furniture, and would eat any food not locked down. My family was getting pretty discouraged and frustrated not knowing what to do to help. Alyssa was super informative from the very first Evaluation Appointment. She really knows how to read a dogs behavior and relay what it means to us as humans. Even with both my husband and I working full-time, and our very busy schedules, Alyssa made it super simple to schedule training appointments. She has great communication skills and is super reliable. She is always very positive and was always reassuring us that we were on the right path. Thanks to Alyssa and Freedom K9 Academy dog training we have gained Harvey’s trust. Harvey is so much more relaxed and now we can spend more valuable time together instead of correcting behaviors. We are so relieved that we now have the skills to better communicate with Harvey and cause less stress and anxiety for all. Thank you Alyssa!!!" -Caitlyn 

"There are not enough words to describe how wonderful Alyssa is and how effective the training was. My friend and vets office recommended Alyssa O’Donnell for training. Alyssa was exceptional and my dog loved her so much. She made training such a positive experience for me and my dog that we both looked forward to sessions.
Background: We got Ellie 7 weeks ago after losing both of our dogs within 6 months. I was grieving hard and deeply saddened when Ellie arrived. Ellie came in like a wrecking ball- she had ZERO training or manners (at age 1.5). It was difficult for us to bond and I had no hope.
Ellie was extremely anxious, destructive, had accidents, and reactive to other dogs; in addition, she was resource guarding. As soon as Ellie began training I started noticing changes in her behavior. Fast forward, today was Ellie’s graduation day.. she is a COMPLETELY different dog. She is happy, calm, and well mannered. She goes everywhere with me in public and we receive many compliments on her behavior. Ellie also plays with other dogs appropriately and no longer resource guards.. in fact, she shares her favorite balls with other dogs. We were able to target all of our goals/meet all of our goals in training and Ellie no longer has any behavioral issues. Alyssa was so incredibly patient, kind, and knowledgeable. Alyssa gave us hope and because of her, I now have a beautiful bond with my dog!

Advice: To see the most results, put in the work. Do the training and practice the drills often! It is tiresome but it pays off!!" -

Dreia

"We were referred to Alyssa from our vet when we took our then 5 month old Golden-doodle, Cooper for a regular visit and I expressed my concerns about his behavior. I was hesitant in calling since I thought it was a failure to not be able to get him to listen on my own. After talking about it we decided to call to have an evaluation done. Alyssa came to our home to talk to us about our concerns and to see our interactions with Cooper and his with us. It was not even a question after meeting her to sign him up for her program.

Cooper is a completely different dog now and we are so happy we completed this program with him. The training was a lot to remember so practice was key. It is an investment in your pet and yourself to complete this program. I saw the changes in him and confidence grow week to week. It is 100% worth every penny and minute we spent on this to see Cooper live a more calm and happy life with the family.
We are looking forward to working with Alyssa again on a program for an older poodle we adopted 8 months ago and to join ongoing classes with Cooper when we can." -Kimberley

"10/10 would recommend! You NEED to do this and Alyssa is your trainer!!!

My family and I needed some help with our girl Daisy. Alyssa came out to work with us and we saw some major improvements with Daisy. She gave us a lot of advice and equipped us with the tools and knowledge we needed to be successful. Daisy goes pretty much EVERYWHERE and we are always getting complimented....Really she trained us! 

Thank you Alyssa!" -Jake

"After struggling to integrate our coonhound into our family, which includes our existing dog, Alyssa’s expertise was exactly what we needed in order to restore the calm in the household! We boarded the coonhound with her for 2 weeks, where she worked with him to lay down the foundational skills. In 6 follow up in-home sessions, she taught us tools and strategies to effectively manage the pups together in real life situations, ranging from neighborhood walks, household situations, and public outings. As I type this now, the two dogs are relaxing and snuggling up together - something that never happened before Alyssa taught us how to raise relaxed dogs! During our sessions, She was always full of energy, smiles, and grace. You can tell her heart is in her work. I highly recommend working with Alyssa for the boarding and in-home sessions program!" -Michelle

"We worked with Alyssa to help us with our dog Moxie. He has a lot of energy and can be a bit stubborn. Alyssa helped us understand that his energy was rooting from anxiety. She showed us how to slow down with our training by making it fun for us and for Moxie. Alyssa made sure we understood why we were doing what we were doing and the benefits behind it for Moxie. In just a few weeks we can already see a difference in him. She has given us life long tools and support to continue on our journey to help Moxie be a happy and relaxed boy. We would highly recommend Alyssa for anyone looking to help their family with their dog, whether on the basics or behavioral concerns." -Katrina

"We came upon Alyssa by sheer luck.  I was reading a review from a very satisfied client.  Now - I am that very satisfied client.  Our pup is a one and one half yr. old Labrador Retriever. She loves car rides but after 30 yrs. of dogs, she was the first pup not willing to jump into the car.  Delicious treats and even a portable stairs would not work. As she neared 67 pounds it was getting unmanageable for us.   After Alyssa gained our pup's trust with her calm, controlled and pleasant manner, our Annie now jumps into the car with no problem.  It was pure magic to us !  We have continued with lessons to work on our most friendly pup from jumping on people and soon will start outdoor walking on leash.  Alyssa has done this *without* sacrificing her most happy nature.  We give her our highest recommendation !   Don't pass by this trainer--she is the "Dog Whisperer"." -Michael

 " Alyssa changed our relationship with our dog and we’re so thankful for all her help! Bella is 2 and came to us as a rescue with huge anxiety issues. Alyssa worked with all of us to help us communicate better with each other and strengthen our bond. She showed us how much fun training can be and we see the results every single day! If you’re on the fence about training, don’t be…call and schedule an evaluation today!!

Thanks again, Alyssa, we appreciate you!!!"

"We came to Alyssa with our eight month old, Blue Heeler rescue. He came to us with A LOT of anxiety of other dogs and humans. We started Basic Obedience training within a week and a half of getting him and it’s been the BEST thing we could have done for our pup!! He has done a complete 180 degrees turn from the dog we picked up from the rescue. He has become calm, rooted and relaxed in an array of situations. Between seeing other dogs in our neighborhood to hearing people walking past, there is no more growling, barking or out right freaking out on his leash as to these distractions. I’m absolutely floored at his transformation! (I will say it came with its resistance and challenging moments in the mists of the PROCESS. Lots of tears as to “man, will my dog ever be able to interact with friends and people??!?”) However we kept with it, kept being consistent, showing up for our pup in this training and with ourselves and he has FLOURISHED! This program, this company and specifically Alyssa - really VALUES its product. Between the time, care and encouragement I will definitely be coming back to tryout another one of their many training they offer!" -Hannah

"For anyone looking for help with reactive dogs, and giving them the skills and confidence to behave better, I highly recommend Alyssa. She was very patient with us, focusing on training us so we have the skills to continue training after the course is done. After our basic obedience sessions, Loki and Freya are now more calm with each other, less reactive to other dogs, and can walk on leash without pulling. Freya is making progress walking off-leash as well, something I never thought we'd be able to do!" -Derek

"We recently had the pleasure of working with a Alyssa (and Libby and Remy of course!) and we couldn't be happier with the results. From day one, it was evident that Alyssa was professional, knowledgeable, experienced, and passionate about making each session as valuable and fun as possible. She took the time to understand our 20 month old high energy German Shepherd behaviors and personality and created a personalized training plan to address Zola and our specific needs. We struggled with getting Zola into the crate and it was getting harder to leave the house without our dog getting overly anxious. All of these things have gotten easier and easier and we are much more confident in our ability to provide our pup with the right tools for her success!

Throughout the training process, Alyssa was patient, kind, and encouraging. Only positive reinforcement techniques were used and made her self available at all times with constructive feedback to enhance our leash handling confidence! After 8 session of Alyssa's amazing guidance, our dog has become much more relaxed, less anxious, and most importantly much happier!

I highly recommend Alyssa to anyone looking for effective training for their furry family member." -Brad

"I met Alyssa when working at my animal hospital and I found her on social media and realized quickly she was a professional dog trainer! I had been wanting to send my four year old German shepherd back to training after trying two times when she was younger. Nothing seemed to stick with her and she didn’t have structure or confidence. She was a very anxious dog and would cower at noises and follow me around the house crying. She was very reactive to dogs and other people, and started having to be medicated for vet appointments.

When we had our first session I knew that Kaia was going to come out a different dog. I was definitely in need of some help too with my handling and confidence working with my strong and stubborn pup and Alyssa helped SO much with that. I was hesitant to board her because I never have been away from my dog before but I thank god everyday I decided to send her for a few nights. Alyssa worked so incredibly hard with my dog and she came back so structured and it made it that much easier to work with my dog. By the end of the last session, Kaia had been to the vet with no medications, around other dogs, no barking or following us around the house, and can hold her down stays for hours. Alyssa provided me and my family with such amazing tools to hopefully get Kaia doing more and more stuff. She is already such a less anxious dog and I couldn’t be more grateful for the experience and care." -Kristen

"I am forever thankful for the training Alyssa has given us! 

As a first time dog owner with a German Shepherd puppy - I knew I had a lot to learn. Alyssa was absolutely AMAZING with us - she was patient, positive, and most important of all, she educated us on Misty’s instinctual behaviors and trained to it. Knowing the why behind a lot of her behaviors and why we teach her certain ways has made all the difference. Because of Alyssa’s help, we now know how to effectively communicate with Misty and it has improved all 3 of our lives together.

I HIGHLY recommend her to anyone and everyone I know!" -Nicolette

"Alyssa helped us sooooo much!!!  These two pups are actually siblings that we rescued over the summer. They were crate trained but that was IT!  Between all the potty accidents in the house and everything  being chewed and destroyed we were at our wits end!!!  We were referred to Alyssa from one of our friends. It was the best thing we could have done for the dogs and for us!  It’s a lot of work on the owners part but so worth it!!  I highly recommend Alyssa!!  We love her!!"  -Darlene & Tom 

"Alyssa O’Donnell is not your average dog trainer. She is ABOVE AND BEYOND! We are absolutely thrilled with the transformation Alyssa has brought to our family and our 8 month old pit mix pup, Homer. He went from a jumping, nipping, wildly energetic pup, to this calm and content love of our lives. At first, our four year old son was hesitant of Homer, but Alyssa's obedience training changed everything. Now, they're best friends who nap, walk, and eat together. 

Alyssa O’Donnell (and Liberty) and this training program have exceeded our expectations. Without hesitation, we recommend her to anyone!" -Michelle

"Upon adopting Aries in January, we faced unexpected challenges with his behavior. Alyssa stepped in and transformed him from a rowdy, strong-willed, and occasionally nippy puppy into a well-behaved companion. With a baby on the way, Alyssa's guidance has eased our worries about managing Aries' behavior alongside our growing family, and we can’t wait to see him become a big brother. Her patient teaching style and clear explanations have empowered us to effectively communicate with Aries, enhancing our bond with him. The training was such a worthwhile investment because it not only transformed our relationship with Aries, but we now have the knowledge for how to train another puppy in the future should we decide to get another. We're grateful to Alyssa for her invaluable assistance in shaping Aries into a beloved member of our family. Thank you for everything, Alyssa! Words really can’t express how much we appreciate all you’ve done for us!" -Jess

"I reached out to Alyssa with a need to help our dog Trail learn some manners and be able to walk on a leash without pulling. On session 3 he was already showing tremendous improvement, I was in awe! She didn’t disappoint with the training and support given! You could definitely tell just how passionate she is at her craft. Trail is now living his best life and I couldn’t be more grateful! Thank you Alyssa." -Lauren

"We adopted our dog Charlie in Dec 2023 and thought we had done all the "right" things. We read the books, we included the kids for consistency, and we enrolled Charlie in puppy classes right away. But none of that mattered. Charlie did all the usually puppy things, but it didn't seem like the training helped. He wouldn't focus in class and spent most of the time barking and pulling. Don't get me wrong, all Charlie wanted to do was jump in your lap and give you kisses, but it was impossible to teach this loud, wiggly puppy. He was full of this frantic energy. 

This all translated to stuff at home. He was a sweet puppy but honestly, a chaos creator. He woke up every morning from 2-5am and hated his crate. We struggled a lot as a family. After 12 weeks we realized that Charlie was not succeeded in traditional classes.

Enter Alyssa. She was recommended to me by a coworker who told me if I was really ready to fix the problem, she could help. At our first consultation I was embarrassed at how Charlie behaved (he barked the whole time, kept trying to jump on her, get on the table etc) Alyssa was so calm and sweet. She was not judgmental in any way. Listening to her talk about her dog, Remy, I could tell she had been there. 

Training with Alyssa has been an amazing experience. She has allowed us all to enjoy Charlie so much more. My girls can walk Charlie alone (without all those red marks from him pulling), I can leave the house and know he won't continually bark in his crate, but most importantly it really seems as though she has taught Charlie how to relax. Of course, he is still a puppy and does puppy things, but he no longer has that same frantic, anxious energy he once had. He is much more calm and chill. 

Alyssa supports you through the process, teaching you as much as she teaches your pup. I can't tell you how many times I texted her clarification questions of things I'm pretty sure we went over earlier in the day. She really wants you to succeed. We are very grateful to have met Alyssa." -Vicki

 "I would absolutely recommend Alyssa to anyone in need of dog training!  Our dog Lana is older (10 yo) and has always been reactive to other dogs but she LOVES people/kids. We tried training in the past to help with her aggression but it didn’t help. Fast forward to our baby being born last year. Our dog was fine in the beginning months. She was more indifferent to our son than anything but once he started becoming mobile (standing, crawling, walking), Lana was defensive and would bark constantly which truly was a surprise to us. It was a very stressful time. Once we started working with Alyssa we saw a change in Lana’s behavior within two weeks. We continue to practice with Lana everyday and she is still a work in progress but we continue to see positive changes. We learned so much during our training sessions and established a good routine for training each week. Alyssa never made us feel rushed during our sessions and she was able to schedule appointments that worked with our busy schedules. She really has a passion for this work and she is good at it. Alyssa, thank you again for all your help - it has truly made such a difference for our family." -Katie

“Bellatrix Luna Rorick, Valedictorian for the Class of 2024 - we are so proud of you! 

All jokes aside, if you have a pup and you want them to live their absolute best life, get yourself an Alyssa. Sign up, take the classes, put the effort into your doggo (and yourself training) for 15 minutes a night. You will reap the benefits for the duration of your pup’s lifetime, and have a better appreciation and understanding of the best dynamic for your family. 

Bella was the most timid baby, ever, before we trained with Alyssa. Session one we were putting full body-weight into getting her to sit, all while she was shaking in her paws. We were sweating. I was sincerely nervous we’d never get past her being fearful of *everything* under the sun. Fast forward to yesterday, we’re at the Mall of NH with a ton of people walking around. 

It’s loud, chaotic, and she’s just being the best girl. She was alert, but attentive to our commands. She’s truly an entirely new dog. She’s still shy, but she’s not scared because she knows I’ve got her and my job is to keep her safe. 

This morning she got out of our lack-there-of fence due to construction after I dropped her off from our walk. Thankfully, we’ve been working on recall and I was able to call her once; she came immediately. Hallelujah!

All of this thanks to Alyssa. We’re so grateful Bella gets to live her best life. Thank you, lady!” -Courtney

"Alyssa is a god send! Our energetic lab had been too much for us to handle even after basic puppy obedience classes. His anxiety takes over and he can be a lot. She came in and immediately showed us how to help Koda be successful. We have seen so much improvement in a small amount of time. He has perfected his down stays, left and right turns and heel. He no longer pants constantly walking around the house trying to find something to do. He is so much happier as is my family because of it. Alyssa was amazing to work with and honestly, I was so sad when our sessions ended. We now have the tools to be consistent with Koda and help him live a long, less anxious life. Thank you so much, Alyssa. We are so incredibly grateful for you." -Melissa

"I can’t say enough good stuff about Alyssa. I got my little Bernes mountain dog in June and knew I wanted to get him into training right away; what with his size and transforming him into my service dog. We called up and got our at home evaluation with Alyssa and could tell this was going to be a great fit. I extremely appreciated how Alyssa took her time and was very patient about explaining the equipment and how it’s used. I get so many compliments on how well behaved my only 5 month old puppy is so calm and relaxed and how well he listens; all with out a treat pouch. I personally love how supportive everyone one is. We had a small group of our local trainers come out just for my dogs last class for a graduation ceremony who does that kind of stuff… they do because they legit care. They love their jobs and what they do so much and it shows when you’re working with them. I highly recommend anyone to reach out don’t worry about how old your pup is or what behaviors they are showing. Alyssa will give you the support and knowledge that you need." -Andrea