I highly recommend this business after receiving a positive result with my dog. Last year, I adopted a young, overly hyper and reactive young Belgian Malinois/German Shepherd. She is as big as a GSD but her personality is 100% Belgian Malinois. When I got her, she knew zero commands and attacked anything that moved. Before meeting Andy at dog pack training sessions, my pup had two different trainers: (1) 1.5 months of positive reinforcement training, and (2) a week session of corrective training for agression. But my dog required more work for her reactivity issues and leash pulling. After a doing a number of pack training/walking/agility sessions with Andy, I decided to use Tiggytastic for board and train. The difference in my pup's reactivity is amazing. I wish I had used Andy's board and train services much sooner. She is much more responsive to commands while on a leash and is able to be walked in the neighborhood without a muzzle. Squirrels or cats in the neighborhood no longer cause me terror on walks. I initially had a little trepidation about using a board and train service because my dog was a rescue but It worked out perfectly fine because Andy took good care of her while I went abroad on vacation. He regularly sent me updates with pictures and videos of her progress which helped comfort a nervous dog mom. Thanks Andy! read more

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Andy Henbest has the capacity to be strict, gentle and funny. That's exactly what Hero and I enjoy during class and when we can schedule Andy in private training. I highly recommend Andy's flexible approach to dog training. read more

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I cannot say enough good things about working with Andy at Tiggytastic Dog Training. Maybe the best decision I've made for my dog. I came to Andy completely overwhelmed with my high-energy dog...like I have a beast now, what the hell was I thinking? From the very first call, Andy immediately put me at ease. He has a calm, confident demeanor that makes you feel like everything is actually manageable. And everything was. Within the first, but especially after just a few sessions, everything started to click. He helped train my dog, but more importantly he taught me how to work with my dog. Understanding how my dog thinks and how my verbal and body communicate with the dog have changed my perspective and in turn, my dogs behavior. Also, Andy helped me come up with a plan for training and the structure has been a total game changer. I'm no longer stressed and frustrated and I'm actually enjoying my dog more now. And I can genuinely see that my dog is happier too. Andy is incredibly knowledgeable and supportive but in a real, no bullshit way. He's just really good at what he does. If you're even slightly thinking about it, just book a session and give training a chance. It has been rewarding for me. read more

Wow, Andy is such a skilled trainer! We have worked with multiple dog training organizations and individual trainers over the years, and you can just tell when someone really knows what they're doing. We already saw change in our dog's behavior in the first session. Andy took the time to listen at the start of the session. Sometimes trainers make assumptions about the dog or about the owners, or they start teaching you basic skills that you're already doing. Andy asks all the right questions - are you comforable with this kind of collar? have you already tried XYZ strategy? Then, he quickly customized the session for exactly what our situation needed. We have a foster dog that the shelter categorized as "offessively aggresive", in addition to one of our own dogs at home who is dog reactive. We started the session with the foster dog solo, then started doing training exercises with the foster dog + our chillest dog. By the end, Andy managed to walk both the foster dog and our reactive dog within a short distance of each other. At no time did I feel like the dogs were being pushed too far or that the situation was unsafe. He also gives great explanations about dog behavior and clear specific instructions for what to practice on your own. Amazing training experience, we're looking forward to more! read more

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I recently had the delight of participating in one of Andy's training & dog agility classes down at Bette Davis park in Glendale. It was so comforting to be in the hands of an expert - I didn't even know how to hold the leash & by the end of the class, my dog was navigating the obstacle course really well. I can't wait to go back - it's a really comfortable & fun setting with other dog-friendly people & is a wonderful bonding experience with your pet! Thank you, Nancy & Bogey read more

I wholeheartedly recommend Andy and Tiggytastic!!! I recently adopted a 10 month old bully who became incredibly fearful of sound and going out on walks. It was getting to the point where she would start using the bathroom in the house. If we did manage to get her to go for a walk, she would be petrified and want to run home or would be paralyzed with fear. Luckily I was referred to Andy! He spent time with me during our initial consultation call to understand me, my dog and he went over a lot of dog psychology and his approach. After our first in person session, it felt like my pup had a whole new attitude about walks. I also HIGHLY recommend Andy's leash. We now call it the magic leash because of how incredible of a tool it is. Since that session, she has been going on walks beautifully. I've also boarded my dog with Andy for 3 nights! I loved getting photo and video updates. I could see how happy she was - it was like Dog Summer Camp. I was so grateful to know my girl was in such capable hands while I had to travel for work. It was such a relief!! I'm so confident in Andys abilities and working with him is actually enjoyable. He doesn't just instill confidence in the dog, but in you as well! If you're looking for a trainer, you should stop looking and reach out to Andy!! read more

Andy is an outstanding trainer. After just the first private session, my dog (and I) made tremendous progress. I couldn't be any happier. Andy is extremely patient, knowledgeable and friendly. He zeros right into the dog's issues and formulates a training program and tips to eradicate the behavior problems. Andy is the real deal . I highly recommend him. read more

* A Fantastic Dog Trainer* Andy is a "miracle worker" with dogs. I have a high energy, anxious, reactive Australian Kelpie/cattle dog. Training with Andy has changed my life with my dog in the upmost positive way. I am now able to take my dog to dog classes and outdoor cafes and events as a well behaved dog!!!. Thanks to Andy. read more

So glad I hired Andy. We rescued a dog and found a family to adopt. I wanted to make sure the family is equipped to train the dog and set him up for success. Andy was punctual and spent the time with the entire family. He even went over the one hour to make sure he answer their questions. Andy is very knowledgeable on dogs behaviors. He even gave the family his business card at the end to call them with any questions. read more

Andy is a " miracle worker" with dogs..I have a high energy , anxious, reactive Australian Kelpie/Cattle dog. Training with Andy has changed my life with my dog in the upmost positive way... I now am able ro take my dog to dog classes and outdoor cafes and events as a well behaved dog. Thank you Andy! read more

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Andy is awesome! The obedience is a great mix of agility and socialization. My dog has gotten so much more confident and less reactive since have a regularly, structured class to go to! Highly recommend! read more

Andy has helped us so much with our dogs. Murphy (120lb Cane Corso) and Jelly Bean (60lb Bully) were still pretty rowdy after having them for almost a year, and the Bully was very reactive. So much so that we were considering the possibility of having to rehome one of them. But after working with Andy, both dogs are SO MUCH better behaved! He's really helped us change our approach to the dogs and our expectations of them, and it's made a huge difference. We can't recommend him highly enough! read more

If I could give more than five stars, I would! Andy is hands-down the very best trainer. Before Andy, our walks were miserable. I was always looking for dogs from a mile away. Now, thanks to Andy's expert guidance, our walks are enjoyable again. Most importantly, he doesn't just train your dog, he trains you. Unlike all of the other trainers, he doesn't belittle the person and doesn't make them feel judged for their lack of knowledg. You will walk away feeling more confident about yourself and your abilities. Not only is he incredibly kind and patient, but he is also fair in his pricing. I honestly lost Hope in finding the right trainer until one day, I stumbled upon this gem of a person. You will gain so much from him and his courses. I don't think I can emphasize enough about him and his capabilities. You will truly regret it if you pass up on the opportunity to work with such a talented individual. read more

For the past seven months, my two-year-old Golden Retriever (Zuma) and I have made going to Andy's obedience and agility training group classes a weekly routine. Andy is an awesome dog trainer. In Andy's group classes, there are always a variety of dogs with widely differing levels of training, and each dog in the group ranges from non-reactive to highly reactive. Andy is very skilled, and his training methods effectively get all the dogs and their handlers in the group to work together and in sync quickly. Also, his classes are a BLAST! I like best that Andy's group classes teach Zuma how to remain completely neutral in close proximity to many different dogs and handlers. In individual lessons with Andy, he tailors his training to the uniqueness of each dog using various training methods (always humane). Andy does NOT limit his training methodology and is skilled at using different training tools to achieve the best possible results for the specific dog he's working with. He does NOT limit his training based on a bias or allegiance to one training methodology. Andy is an amazing balanced-dog-trainer-extraordinaire who recognizes the specific needs of each dog to achieve the best outcomes based on your goals. Andy is very skilled at working with any breed or type of dog. Also, Andy's prices for his services are competitive and very reasonable. read more

Tiggytastic Dog Training - Pet Training Near Me

Do you have a dog that's fearful, reactive to other dogs, shy of people, or hard to handle when on a walk or out in public? Then Andy from Tiggytastic Dog Training is the man to see to help you with your dog's issues! I started taking my fearful dog Leia to Andy's training classes towards the end of last summer, and they have helped her tremendously. She's always been fearful of new people and new places, but she is making such great progress! I've been able to take her out to restaurants lately without her reacting to the servers, and she seems so much more relaxed. And she's loving learning the agility course that Andy has set up at class. Oh, did I forget to mention that? Yes, part of the class involves the dogs learning to navigate an agility course, and they love it! Andy also gives private training lessons if you feel your dog would benefit from one-on-one training. So if you're looking for a fun and great training class, look no further than Tiggytastic Dog Training! read more

Andy is the best!! I found him when I adopted my 80 pound rescue dog Clyde and boy was I sure glad I did. Thanks to weekly training sessions for over a year, Clyde and I have learned to be a great team. He is my office dog, running partner and all along ride or die. Thanks to Andy, Clyde goes everywhere with me! read more

So glad we found Andy and Tiggytastic. My pup Risa is super high energy and I needed to find an outlet for her. We started taking obedience/agility classes with Andy once a week and it's been a god send! She gets to release some of her energy and learn some new agility. Andy's style is casual, but focused and very effective. He believes in getting dogs used to socializing without the direct interaction of say, a dog park. Risa has become a better dog because of it, and we are both so grateful! Thanks Tiggytastic read more

Andy has a "tiggytastic" sense of humor as he patiently tries to help me train my bratty little pomeranian. I've seen improvement with my little guy and I always look forward to his training class. The obstacle course is always changing and providing fun challenges for the dogs and owners. It a nice workout and we have fun ! read more

Andy is by far the best dog trainer you will ever find in the USA. We have 2 huge Leonbergers (140lb dogs) and have been thru 5-6 different trainers over the years but none compare to Andys insights, experience, and amazing results we have seen with our 2 current huge dogs. We started taking his agility classes which are a combo of training, socialization, and agility. Our dogs love it and we love it too....great exercise for all and real world socialization practice is fantastic. I have also used Andy for 1x1 training with my wild 140lb pup who has selective hearing among other issues. The sessions with Andy are really best in class and we are seeing fantastic improvements. Andy truly cares about pets and their owners and you will be lucky if you are fortunate enough to have him as a trainer, or learn some great skills in one of his classes. See you there ! read more