Shay’s Behavioral Dog Training

If I could give Shay 10 stars, I would! Let me start by saying: before I even had my first face to face consultation with Shay, she spent atleast 30 minutes on the phone with me listening to my needs and concerns. Not only was she able to listen, she understood where I was coming from. She understood not only where I was coming from but where my dogs were coming from without even meeting them. Our first conversation alone held such valuable information, i was surprised how much I took away from it before Shay even talked about rates and services.
Upon our first session, Shay was able to provide me with such insight on what my dogs needed. She was so engaging and made it so easy for me to understand and remember everything she was teaching me and my dogs by using real-​life situations and anecdotes.
Now, with a pit-​mix and a boxer, I initially thought shay had her work cut out for her. However, within our first session, I was able to learn how to understand and communicate with my dogs again and they learned so quickly to understand and obey me! I literally wanted to cry at every session watching my dogs learn time after time and with such ease!
Thank you, Shay for the valuable and priceless information that you have provided me and my pups! You have given me so much more confidence in being to be a better leader not just to my pups, but also to my family!

Sooooo helpful!!! I only met with Shay for one training session but it made a huge difference. My pitbull was getting increasingly dog aggressive on our walks… at times lunging towards dogs and once she broke away from me and got into a scuffle with a neighbors dog. It was scary and I don’t want anything like that to happen again. My husband and I decided to get two new puppies and I wanted to make sure that I could control her around the new pups. Enter Shay. Honestly she trained me more than my dog. Lol. And I needed it. She helped me gain control and taught me so much about dogs body language so I could better read my dog and correct her early on. Walking with her was becoming stressful but now it’s an absolute delight. Aside from really knowing her stuff, Shay was very patient with me. She was encouraging which really helped my confidence. I highly recommend her and will be seeking her out again as my pups grow up.

I recently adopted a husky puppy named Eddie. I tried house breaking him myself and to say I was frustrated is an understatement. I decided to call Shay to get some help. She was great she was able to come over immediately… like an hour or so after we first spoke. We only needed one session for her to teach me how to go about Eddie’s potty Training, and thats all he needed. I was able to correct what I was doing, and Eddie responded to that immediately. I am proud to say Eddie has been accident free! Shay also told me to text her with any issues which I appreciated, just knowing I would be able to contact her after the session with help when I needed was comforting. Shay definitely knows what she is doing. I would recommend her to anyone looking for help in any type of dog training. Thanks Shay!

Called shay based on her Unilocal reviews and was not disappointed! We are expecting and wanted to prepare our little dog for the homecoming of a new baby. Shay entered our home and immediately, my dog submitted to her. I have never seen anything like it! She spent about an hour with us and gave us some tips to help train or dog and they have worked out great so far. Thanks shay!

I decided to give Shay a try this past winter even though it seemed like she had some mixed reviews on Unilocal.I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Shay to anyone out there who has issues with their dog/​s. I mean ANY issues. I have four dogs, two pit mixes and two Chihuahua mixes. All of which are rescues. Each of my dogs had a unique behavior I wanted to be able to fix. Everything from not killing my chickens to getting out of the damn swimming pool when I asked them to.
I have to assume the bad reviews posted here previously are more people problems than anything to do with Shay or her abilities. As anyone who is in customer service knows there are weirdoes out there that are never satisfied, no matter what. I felt compelled to write this review because of the absolutely outstanding customer service that I received. I did not encounter a single issue. Shay was available by phone both of the times I called her to ask a few questions. She always arrived early and answered every one of my questions. During each of our sessions I was shocked how small changes on my part equaled HUGE changes in my dogs behavior. After our second training session I felt much more in control. I felt like I had the knowledge to make corrective actions before my dog actually did something bad. I think Shay should maybe change the name of her business to be people training because (I have recently learned) that is what dog training is really about right.
I think it boils down to this… if you are open minded and willing to listen to the advice of a professional you will have no problems. If you are the kind of person who asks a professional a question, then proceeds to answer your own question, then I imagine you have bigger issues then dog training.

I heard about Shay through a mutual friend. I was having problems with a rescue dog and some aggressive tendencies toward other dogs.
She drove out to my house, she was on time. She took my dog for a walk while I walked her German Shephard next to him and then we headed back.
She told that my dog is a brat (okay, that’s partly why I called…) and then I never heard back from her again. I left several voicemails but no return call/​email.
I guess she met her match with my 6 pound poodle.

shay is just wrong. period. I have two checks dated May 29^th to prove it. If I can attach copies to this posting I would. She may have several phones, but I have one. An with that one phone I have, I can also prove what what dates we talked. For the record, the other trainer I got to teach Sarah how to get out of a pool should she fall in, laughed when I told her that my former pool trainer complained when she actually got in the water. Imagine getting a scared dog to go into a pool when you yourself don’t want to go in. Or didn’t plan on going in. What kind of thinking is that? By the way, this «lake» that she called it, makes me laugh a little. You see, when I talked to Shay, she told me that she was taking Sarah to a «beach» (that was her EXACT description) and encouraged me to go. It wasn’t required. Of course I went, but I was dressed for a beach. Where she actually took me I believe was private property (Paramount Ranch off Kanan Rd and 101 FRWY). It was on that drive there that we mostly talked about that silly project she keeps bringing up. I don’t know if the property was private, but it felt that way. You can look it up yourself on google maps. Anyway, where we went was not a beach, nor was it a lake. It was a rushing creek. It was beautiful, but wasn’t a beach. Shay also did not prepare me that I would be required to go in the water. I should be the one pissed off about having to go into the water with my clothes. If I knew we were going to a creek and not a beach and that I would have to go into the water, I would have dressed appropriately. I would have worn swimming trunks and shoes where I could walk on rocks. Instead, I was shirtless, barefeet walking around, and with wet shorts. It sucked. I never complained. My focus was on my dog. I had one day with Shay (not two sessions) and I wanted to get as much in as possible. Also, I had a very busy work schedule and couldn’t commit several days. I never wanted to get into this kind of detail. Also, that «success» she talks about Sarah going to the water on her own. She didn’t go in on her own. Sarah use to go to the water with me all the time before she fell in that day. Sarah trusted me. I was asked to called her very forcefully. But at the end of the day, she never went too far into the creek and I had to carry her into the pool. The entire reason for Shay’s Behavioral Training, ideally was that I wanted Shay to teach Sarah how to get out of the pool should she fall in again. That’s why it was so important to me to carry her into the pool and teach her to find the stairs. Shay wanted me to ask the right questions. Am I at fault because I didn’t ask her the right questions? I was paying her very well to teach us and give me information that I didn’t know. She says that she told me about a fence, wrong again. Read my first posting. Shay told me that Sarah was safe around the pool because she was so scared of the pool. It doesn’t make any sense. I did a ton of research on my own while my dog was staying with my friend (after Shay’s training). I watched a lot of videos on Youtube and other pool training videos. Everything from setting up a barrier (tons on research on that because of cost issues and the fact that my house is a rental), purchasing a vest for training (which I did) to tossing my dog into the deep end (which I did several months later before the end of the summer) to putting up plants or flower pots that identifies the entrance, so it would be quicker for her to orientate herself for the stairs. These are the things that made a difference. Not calling her over and over again to come into the water. Over time and training I learned (without Shay) what eventually made my dog safe around the pool. Please understand that I am not putting Shay’s personal life into ANY of my posting. How can a «business» operate like this? If I am a dissatisfied customer in a business, there are ways that a business should respond. There are ways that good businesses DO respond. What business starts attacking a personal life 9 months after a dissatisfied customer? What Shay is doing through these posting, states clearly to me how unprofessional of a business I dealt with. Well, now I am starting to get alittle irritated. I not only will never recommend her, but now, I will actively tell other dog owners I know to stay away from her. I am tired of this. let her say what she wants. I will continue to give her a 1 star review with each new posting that tries to undermine me. Also, Sarah still sniffs around my pool. She goes right up to it and even barks at the bubbling up as it self fills. She did this before she fell in, after she fell in (but more cautiously) and even today. That’s why when Shay told me that Sarah was safe because she was so afraid of the pool and wouldn’t go near it, made her lose credibility with me. My Karma is doing just fine. Shay is very unprofessional.

Shay without a doubt is a miracle worker. I called Shay in desperation, my 3 year old boxer mix Bodee had hit the wall so to speak. His aggression while on leash was out of control and he had bit myself and my boyfriend when he got into a frenzy over other dogs while on walks. I’m also pregnant so with a baby on the way it was time to really take charge and get this issue fixed… like yesterday. I couldn’t believe how calm I felt after talking with Shay on the phone. She took me from a doomsdayer («He’ll never get better») to a total believer. She never once made me feel bad as another trainer I had spoken to had and was willing to come the following Monday (I called on a Thursday/​Friday I believe). I was super nervous waiting for her to come and then she came and all was right.
She had brought her dog which of course sent my pup into a frenzy. She had us put our other dog away and put the prong collar on Bodee. She explained the prong collar and how it works and we were immediately at ease that it wouldn’t hurt him instead it would simulate a dog putting him in his place. She then brought her dog in and while he frenzy lasted a few moments she got our dog in check so quickly. My boyfriend and I literally stood there with jaws dropped, it was a MIRACLE! Then we hit the streets. Shay was so friendly and was able to show us what to look for while walking him so we knew when he was getting ready to be aggressive (HINT: perked ears and wrinkled forehead while very cute usually is not a good sign). She taught us so much that we were exhausted at the end of our hour.
I can’t wait to have Bodee go meet the horses soon and hopefully with lots of practice and patience we will be able to get our boy back into a fun to walk dog! Words can not express how grateful we are to Shay Yuval and her amazing people and animal abilities. If you need a trainer that isn’t out for the money and genuinely wants to help you and your dog she is your gal! THANK YOU SHAY!!!

If you are leaving town for a few days and want your dog in safe hands while being completely entertained, look no further. Shay is amazing! Friends told me about Shay. I went over to her house to meet her and her wonderful dog, and my dog Molly immediately felt completely at ease. While I was away, Shay would send me daily updates about my dog via text along with pictures. I felt extremely comfortable while away on vacation. My dog Molly looked like she was having a better time than I was while I was on vacation! When I came back to pick up Molly, Shay showed me a number of helpful tips on how to help my dog stretch, possible areas that I should keep an eye on regarding my dog’s body, and ways to clean her ears. Take your dog to Shay and you will have no worries whatsoever about your four legged family member.

My girlfriend’s dog hated me. Or so I thought. Two sessions with Shay and he and I are on «speaking» terms again. She literally translated his little mixed breed half cocked brows and crooked ears into words I could understand. And now I too speak a little «dog.» Shay is the goods!

Shay taught us many helpful training tips on how to make our dog focus on us and do what we want. We have a very anxious and insecure dog who’s not always comfortable on walks nor playing at the dog park. In a very short time we have seen a lot of improvement in his walking and leash aggression. We still have a ways to go but feel more confident with what Shay has taught us. Shay’s great!

I met Shay at the dog park and my dog, who can be a handful, not only loved Shay but her dog as well. I left my «beast» in her care for ten days. While I was gone I received emails and videos of Waya having the time of his life. She kept him so busy he was exhausted for the first two days I had him back home. I have to go away again. Guess where Waya’s going? He is going to be so happy to see her. I am too, knowing he is under such great care.

My husband and I adopted a one year old pit bull mix named Joey a couple of months ago. Shay walked into our house and we could instantly tell she was going to change our lives as far as Joey was concerned. After observing Joey, Shay had a really good feel for her and had correctly identified the things we must have been having difficulty with. Since we have been working with Shay, Joey has improved considerably. She is much more obedient– manageable on walks and with our guests, and she is taking to commands. What has been most helpful about Shay’s approach is that she really works to help my husband and I understand Joey, bond with her, and manage any problems that come up on our own. She identified on day 1 that my husband and I were in different places with Joey and tailored our program accordingly. She is lovely to be around and very thoughtful (brought us carpet cleaner for one of Joey’s accidents and sends encouraging emails with extra help and suggestions.) In short, she really cares and has an extraordinary body of knowledge. I highly recommend Shay!

Shay Bannick saved my dog’s life. Okay, that sounds dramatic but it’s kind of true … I was seriously considering putting her down. I love my dog, Gracie, and have had her for sixteen years. She is truly my best friend but with her health problems and her refusal to go the bathroom outside, things had gotten really bad. My house was smelling like a urinal at Penn Station. Nasty.
I called Shay and in ONE VISIT she diagnosed the problem. Gracie was feeling fearful when she went outside because she’s losing her hearing and eyesight. Shay recommended putting down sod in the corner of the room; giving Gracie a safe place in the house to do her business. Much to my surprise, this actually worked. And Gracie is so much happier now that she knows she’s pleasing me.
Shay also recommended supplements for her arthritis that seem to be
working and tons of other useful tips. She is extremely knowledgeable and in tune with animals.
Shay’s helped me out tremendously and I’m sure she can help you too. Give her a call. She’s fantastic!
PS – even the cat is loving the new grass box.