Lori Hamilton's Dog Training - San Jose, California

Michelle Padron

Lori Hamilton Dog Training saved us! In June we adopted a four-month old puppy from Silicon Valley Humane Society named Frank. He was about 50 pounds when he came home and quickly grew to 65 pounds and was terrified of new situations so his response was to “pancake” - going out the front door, walking in the kitchen, getting near a car, etc. Two months in we knew we needed more help than the standard puppy training and treat only approach. Going on a walk was dangerous with him zig zagging in front and pulling or dragging us to get to the park or see another dog. Also, he was intent on eating things he shouldn’t like rocks, bark, leaves, etc. We were in way over our heads.

Lori assessed us with Frank and gave us options on how we could improve his behavior and our communication with him. We opted for her three-week board and train program. She matched us with an amazing trainer on her staff, Chelsea, and Frank is a changed dog! Not only has he has been trained, but so have we in one-on-one sessions and the transformation is nothing short of amazing. He walks on a loose leash, will stay in place on an elevated cot while we work, and now has good recall. We have been given a great toolbox of resources versus just yanking him with the leash.

Chelsey was the perfect match for us and Frank. She had him in her home during the training and treated him with love and taught him (and us) so much. Thank you, Chelsea and Lori!

Lorelle Kitzmiller

We have had the opportunity and pleasure of having two of our Standard Poodles trained by Lori Hamilton and she was phenomenal! Not only did she train our dogs, she required us to be trained also. She taught our dogs and us how to live a life wherein we could go out in public and feel confident our dogs would listen and obey our commands. Lori is always only a text or call away and always there to help when needed. Her fee charged is worth its weight in gold. Lori trustworthy, talented, knowledgeable, professional and totally committed to helping dogs and their owners live the lives they deserve. There are not enough words or time to express just how awesome Lori is or how valuable and important her training is. Our dogs LOVE Lori and if that doesn't give you the whole picture , u and your beloved dog need to experience it yourself !

Kayla Mitchell

I recently enrolled my dog in private training at LHDT (with Amy) and I couldn’t be happier with results. Amy was helpful, friendly, and knowledgeable. The training techniques she used were effective and my dog loved every minute of it. I highly recommend LHDT if you are looking to improve your dog’s behavior and obedience.

Jillian Dunaway

I cannot recommend Lori Hamilton highly enough! If you’re looking for a knowledgeable and effective dog trainer that educates and empowers owners to foster a strong, healthy relationship with their dogs look no further.

Lori's approach is professional and her techniques are effective. Unlike other trainers I've used she remained available to me long after and as I continued training from home.

My experience has been nothing short of amazing and I am incredibly grateful for the positive impact Lori has had on my dogs; transforming them into well-behaved, well-adjusted, happy poodles that I can proudly take everywhere.

Lori has trained two of my dogs and they remain well-trained several years later. I will be sending my newest to her shortly. I happily make the drive all the way from Long Beach because Lori's training is worth every mile.

Rita / Eric Rothstein-Scheible

We have 2 goldens and Lori did an awesome job with the two of them We can take them down town on walks and they are very well behaved. We let the grandchildren play with them without any concerns whatsoever. We have used Lori for both training and train and boarding, and couldn’t be happier.
Eric and Rita

Jody Rossi

I worked with Danielle about a year ago. We love her!!!! Since then I have referred several friends to Lori Hamilton’s Dog trainers. They are fabulous. The training is also for us humans, learning how dogs think, and how to correct unwanted behaviors. Reading some of these reviews, I think people have a hard time being corrected. Lori is extremely direct, and has no problem going into depth on what you are doing wrong and isn’t going to sugar coat it. We have a sweet well mannered cattle dog now. Thank you Danille!

Clyde Floyd

We took our dog (10month old puppy) to group training with Lori Hamilton, which we knew would be a basic class. Lori and her staff were friendly with us and the dogs, and treated them with respect and love. We learned so much during the 6 sessions, and our dog is limited only by the effort we put in. we now have the tools and techniques to work with him and create a better behaved, calm and loving dog. Lori is very observant to the dog's actions, and in loving but firm ways has them being that calm obedient pup. We have taken simple instructions and applied them with excellent results. We will be taking further sessions with Lori to further our knowledge, and to help our dog become that calm and confident pup that anyone will enjoy, and not just for his cuteness! Strongly reccomend even the group "kindergarden" class and the follow on classes!

Sue Jamieson

Lori did an excellent job training our dog Stewie, a rescue that only knew life on the streets. After evaluating him during the first session, Lori recommended several private lessons and a two week "board and train" so Stewie could develop confidence and skills. Within a few short months, she took a dog, that was in constant reactive mode, gave him love and training, and enabled him to be a dog with confidence and skills. He no longer barks at people and he is not in a constant state of distress. Formerly a flight risk, he is able to walk off leash and most importantly, he no longer views the world as a threat. Simultaneously, she has taught our family the skills needed to communicate effectively and continue training to enable his confidence building. It's pretty incredible to see the transformation in Stewie - what a gift!