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Extremely Fearful Rescue Gets Second Chance
Tonga's Transformation
"Tonga has always been a big mush but this was hidden from many due to a fear of the outside world that caused him to bark, lunge and growl at strangers as well as go a bit crazy around other dogs. It was to the point that I was tense going outside the home because he was so emotional around everything. After spending 5 weeks in reactivity boot camp, he is so much happier, confident and relaxed - and his sweetness is finally shining for all to see! We are now going on pulling-free walks, relaxed hikes and sit outside together without both being on edge the whole time. In the house, he has been less territorial and melts into relaxation mode when he is in place or down. Mariann is an incredibly talented dog trainer and I’ve seen so many positive changes in my pup that make me want to cry with happiness. She is very thorough and spent time explaining everything we needed to know to communicate better with Tonga and advocate for his needs. You can tell she truly loves the dogs in her care and wants the best for them and their owners. Mariann provided the structure my dog needed to regulate his emotions, feel more comfortable and thrive in the world. I’m looking forward to keeping up all the great things we both learned and excited for the very happy life of adventure I have ahead with Tonga - thank you, Mariann!!! If you have a reactive dog and are considering working with WAOK9, don’t think twice. It’s truly lifechanging!" Meghan | Tonga
"Mona was adopted from a rescue organization. When I brought her home, she was hiding under the furniture, making little gremlin noises, and refused to let us touch her. She eventually was so scared she refused to go outside to potty. I worked with multiple dog trainers before who all felt Mona was hardwired to be living in fear. Mariann truly has secret powers when it comes to dogs! She was the only one we talked to who had a plan of how to work through things with Mona and felt confident in her abilities to help. And it worked! After her 5 week board and train session, Mona not only allows us to pet her but she also asks us to. She is completely house trained and follows through on all her commands. And most importantly Mariann showed me how to help Mona through her fears in the future. I loved how transparent Mariann was through the whole process. She regularly posted Mona's progress on Instagram. And at the going home sessions Mariann walked me through everything, answering all my questions and helping me feel empowered to continue Mona's training. I cannot thank Mariann enough for saving my relationship with Mona. She is now living her best puppy life!" Christine | Mona
The WAOK9 Lifestyle
When Morzsa first came to me, he was very shy and insecure. Every loud noise scared him and he just wanted to run away from the world. Walks were very difficult and stressful too because everything frightened him - from the rustling of the trees to the flapping sound of flags and umbrellas. Then I found WAOK9 Training and the experience was truly life changing! Mariann wasn’t just training my dog — she was also teaching me. I quickly realized I had so much to learn in order to truly understand my dog, and Mariann guided me through every step during multiple live virtual coaching sessions. I also sent videos of my dog's behavior I wanted work on as well as videos of me and Morzsa practicing each lessons so Mariann could analyze it and point out where I needed to adjust in order to make progress. We both made huge progress, and I feel more confident and connected with my dog than ever before. I’m so grateful for the patience, knowledge, and support Mariann gave us.” Andi | Morzsa
TEACHING DOGS & EMPOWERING OWNERS
- Jersey City, New Jersey -
Welcome to We Are One K9 Training! We believe that a strong, loving bond between you and your dog is the foundation for a happy life together. Our training methods are designed to foster trust, communication, and mutual respect, helping your dog learn essential life skills while deepening your connection. Whether it's mastering off-leash basic obedience, addressing behavioral challenges, or enriching your dog’s daily experiences, we're here to support you every step of the way. Let’s embark on a journey that not only trains your dog but transforms your relationship into one of understanding and joy.
