Vail Dog Training LLC - Eagle, Colorado

Kathy M.

My standard poodle, Maisie, and I met Dan when she was a strong, stubborn teenager, who loved to pull very hard on her leash. In just a few 1:1 sessions, Dan trained Maisie (and me) how to walk side by side at an unhurried pace. He also gave me lots of great advice on how to establish better boundaries with her overall. Since then, Maisie’s enjoyed spending time at Dan’s house romping with the other dogs. Being at Dan’s is one of her happy places.

Dan has a calm, gentle personality, and dogs seem to trust him instinctively. He knows what he’s doing and gets great results. I recommend him wholeheartedly.

Jennifer M.

Dan is one of the best dog trainers I have ever worked with. My new dog Charlie was just over a year when I spent a summer in Avon. He was so over-stimulated by all the smells, the other dogs, the traffic... every time we went on a walk he went a little nuts. Dan had been recommended to me by several locals and I went to meet him and after one session, I already had a better idea on how to handle and help Charlie. However I really wanted Charlie to walk well on a leash and be able to go off leash as well. Charlie stayed with Dan for two weeks and not only was Charlie so happy, but he leaned so much! But as an anxious owner, what I really loved was how much Dan kept me updated on what Charlie was doing and learning. I've never worked with a trainer who kept me so in the loop. Dan sent me videos so I could see what Charlie learned and how to copy it. I got lots of check-ins and photos which made leaving Charlie so much easier. Dan is incredibly experienced with dogs and people:) I can't recommend him enough. Your dog will love him!
Jen
Austin, TX

Nora R.

Dan has been great! He came to our house for our first training session so we could have one on one training where our puppy was comfortable. Since then our pups has attended doggy day care at his amazing and well set up property. I would highly recommend Dan!

Deborah T.

Dan knows dogs! No doubt about it. He works with big dogs and little dogs and lots of doodles 😄 and they all come away the better dog because of his skill and energy. I will post a video of puppy palooza and just listen. Many dogs no barking! And what a perfect setting to socialize your pup.

Alex R.

Dan is amazing! Working together we turned my rescue from a barker and a pulled into a super well behaved boy. After obedience and leash training, Dan taught me how to hike and bike off leash with my dog. I strongly recommend working with Dan for training

Kathy L.

We got a puppy in October 2024 and knew we needed help to raise him. We wanted a strong foundation that would allow us to take Cinnamon anywhere we wanted to go. Dan helped us learn how to be trainers. He helped Cinnamon gain confidence and was integral in socializing our puppy. Cinnamon has grown since then to a well mannered ( most of the time) 7 month old puppy who is much more confident when meeting other dogs; not over enthusiastic when meeting people and truly a really good walking companion. Dan was with us every step of the way, helping when we thought we’d never “ do it right” and with little tweaks we’d be on our way feeling good about the situation. You and your furry friend are in great hands with Dan. Make him part of your team!

Connie G.

Dan is the MOST AWESOME dog whisperer and ALL DOGS love him and respond to him immediately!! He has incredible patience, skill and expertise! I would highly recommend anyone with a dog who wants to learn how to have the best behaved canine companion -should see Dan!! He is the BEST there is when it comes to training!! Thank you Dan for showing me how to work with Atlas-you trained me well!!!❤️

Valerie G.

Dan has trained 3 of our dogs (2 as puppies & one an older rescue dog) through private & group sessions. Dan is a knowledgable dog trainer. He is excellent at accessing what each individual dog needs to “get” their lesson. Each one of our dogs required different approaches for certain things. We highly recommend Dan for teaching you how to work with your dog and teaching your dog good behaviors.