Beth Fragnito
We have a 3 1/2 year old 95 lb male American Bull dog. I normally do not leave comments but I am so genuinely touched by what Lisa has done for our dog and family, I feel I must. Kato is very much a part of our family and is loved beyond belief and in return he is a very loving, sweet, playful but fiercely protective, aggressive dog to the point we could not handle him anymore. We could not have people visit our home, we could not take him for walks, to the dog park or even car rides. I could not open the front blinds or the front door for fear of Kato getting out and someone being attacked by our sweet dog. His aggressive behavior had become so bad it started to take over my life and had become a constant concern for me and my family. I found myself having to plan my life around my dog. I was constantly thinking about what I would do if he hurt somebody and what would happen to him. Into our lives comes Lisa and LOPCI. My daughter and I began taking Kato to classes at LOPCI and would sit away from the other dogs with Kato. We would listen and take in everything Lisa said and would come home and work with Kato on everything we learned in class that week. Lisa went out of her way to come to my home and work with Kato and educated me on how to be the owner Kato needed and how to handle him. I am happy to share that Kato now goes to daycare at LOPCI and is enjoying mingling with all the other dogs, he goes on walks, I can open my front blinds and he doesn’t attack the windows and most importantly, I can have visitors at my home (We continue to use the technique Lisa taught us. He is put on his leash and introduced to everyone. I hug everyone that comes through the door so Kato is reassured they are welcome and I still occasionally use the air can to put him in his place. If you don’t know about the air can, ask about it! It has been a life saver!). This did not happen over night and Kato is still a work in progress but he has come further then any of us could have imagined. We continue to work everyday with Kato using all the commands and techniques Lisa has taught us. He has come so far and we owe this all to Lisa. I would HIGHLY recommend Lisa and LOPCI to anyone. Don’t ever give up or get discouraged or think there isn’t any hope. Lisa is the best at what she does and goes above and beyond to help you and your dog. Thank you Lisa and LOPCI.