Westchester NY Dog Training

As first-time dog owners, we were completely new to what it meant to raise/train a puppy—and it was overwhelming at first. Thankfully, we found Bob Maida, and he completely changed our experience for the better! From the moment we knew we would be adopting our puppy in February 2025, we connected with Bob. We called him to discuss what to look out for when adopting a puppy and he talked us through everything. We adopted our dog, Charlie, on a Saturday and Bob started with us the following Monday!

From the first session, Bob came to our home and helped build a respectful and positive relationship between us and our new puppy, Charlie. Bob doesn’t just train dogs—he trains people, too. He took the time to explain our puppy’s body language and the different ways he was trying to communicate with us. Every session came with homework and actionable steps that helped us progress in a manageable and meaningful way. We were consistent with Charlie's obedience training and he stopped counter surfing and jumping on people when he met them with simple quick corrections. With Bob's help, Charlie is becoming friends with his cat brother!

What really stood out was how Bob tailored the training to fit our specific family's needs. With two young daughters, he made sure to include practical things like walking the dog while pushing a stroller, setting boundaries (like no rough playing in the house), and keeping Charlie off the furniture. His approach was thoughtful and personalized every step of the way. Our regular training sessions helped us (and Charlie) tremendously. When we adopted Charlie, I was doubtful that we would ever be able to go out to eat somewhere and just have him relaxed next to us...and now we do it regularly.

Now, our puppy is 11 months old and we constantly get compliments from strangers about how well-behaved he is. At over 70 lbs, he’s strong—but thanks to Bob’s guidance, we can trust our 6-year-old daughter to hold his leash when we’re walking together as a family. Charlie is very well socialized and non-reactive with other dogs. He walks beautifully on a leash, has solid obedience training (sit, stay, come, down), and remains in a down-stay for a very long time. We bring him with us everywhere we can, and he is well behaved in stores, at coffee shops, restaurants, and even at my 94 year-old grandpa's house!

Even after our sessions ended, Bob stayed in touch. He still picks up the phone, and even calls just to check in. That kind of support is rare, and it shows how much he truly cares! We can’t recommend Bob enough. If you’re looking for someone who knows dogs, understands people, and brings out the best in both—you’ve found him!

Bob has changed my dog for the positive. He went from peeing in my house, biting, guarding, and being very pushy. He’s now manageable, happier, more relaxed and fun. I am thankful that I found The Dog Mentalist

Bob was really helpful with my dog. In just a few months, he's much more confident when we walk and doesn't get as nervous around other dogs. It's helped me understand what he needs better, so, it was great overall. Bob is friendly, and straightforward! This is worth it.

I had the pleasure of working with Bob recently, and I must say, his training methodology exceeded all expectations. With his expert guidance, I found effective tools to train Daisy.

Bob's approach is not only effective but also incredibly personalized. He took the time to understand Daisy's personality (as well as mine) and tailored techniques accordingly. From day one, I felt confident in his expertise and commitment to Daisy's progress.

What sets Bob apart is his emphasis on practicality. He didn't just provide generic advice; instead, he offered actionable strategies that I could implement immediately. His hands-on approach made the training process both engaging and rewarding.

Thanks to Bob, Daisy has made remarkable strides with needed commands and good dog behavior. His training tools have empowered me to foster a deeper bond with her while addressing any challenges along the way.

Overall, I highly recommend Bob for anyone seeking professional pet training. His dedication, expertise, and effective methodology truly make him stand out in the field. Bob's guidance has not only transformed Daisy but has also enriched our relationship beyond measure.

HIGHLY RECOMMEND! We began training with our pup when he was 12-13 weeks old. It has been the most helpful thing we could have done. Bob is highly invested in our pup, super informative, and provided me amazing insight into my pup. Our pup has made such improvement !

Bob was referred by a friend with another golden. We quickly learned that trying to tire a dog is not obedience. An obedient dog is a happy dog. The process was not easy, but Bob stuck with us to lay the groundwork and assist even after visits. The compliments now from outside observers is incredible regarding Boone. RecommendBob and his services highly of you are looking for results. His insight and guidance are what experience proves. Thank you again.