Dear Jaz and Scott, Tasha, River, Creek, Lexis and Badger,

Thank you all so very much for the care given to Tucker while we vacationed in the Outer Banks. After viewing the pictures, I am not sure who to thank, since he apparently spent more time romping with the Labs/JRTs than with the humans. Clearly he had a great time. The training that you performed during his stay was awesome and he returned to us a different dog. He no longer jumps or mouths our toddler, and his house manners are overall significantly improved.
I am also pleased to be able to confidently refer my clients and patients from The Doc Side Veterinary Medical Center to you all for boarding and training.

Best regards
Irvin E Herling, DVM
Doc Side Veterinary Medical Center         
1705 Bank Street
Baltimore, MD 21231

I wanted to THANK YOU so very much for all your help with Roxy & Chayce.  We have noticed an improvement, still have some work ahead of us, but with practice I think the girls will be great!  You are amazing and I will be sure to recommend you to friends/family!  At this time, because of our work schedules, I don't think we will be able to attend the extra class but I appreciate the offer.  Thanks again for everything! Laura

Starting agility with an energetic young German Shepherd was a challenge. Karma and I have learned a lot in Jaz's beginner agility classes (yes, we both needed to be trained). Jaz is not one to blame the dog when the handler's responsible; at the same time, she gives terrific tips to motivate the dogs to participate and she doesn't abide random I-know-better behavior from the pups, either. I've been through various trainers for various purposes- from shock collars to clicker training for basic manners- and have to say I've learned more basic obedience, complementing the challenge and fun of agility training, in Jaz's classes. The experience has been terrific and we're going to keep going! -Kerry and Karma

I’ve been taking classes with Jaz for about 9 months, first with my 3 year old male Goldendoodle, and then also with my 2 year old female.  In that time, I’ve learned a lot, both about technical aspects of strategy and handling skills, but also about how best to motivate and work with my dogs.  My confidence with them has gone up significantly.  Classes are organized and enjoyable, and it’s obvious that Jaz enjoys working with dogs and their handlers to improve their techniques.  I drive about an hour to classes, sometimes twice a week, and have recommended Raising K9 Agility Club to other Agility friends.

Ken Briefel

Hi Jaz,

R&R both said they had a great time at your place. This is the first time that Ringo isn't hoarse after being boarded. Thanks again for taking such good care of them.  Thanks again,  Dominique

Just wanted you to know that your Scott must have some sort of magic touch with that method of giving Rufus his antibiotic tablet.  I tried what he said (build a pile/mountain with the food and have the tablet in the top).  Rufus scarfed down his breakfast and, when I checked his bowl afterwards, there was the tablet covered with dog saliva on the floor by his bowl.  Yuk!  Oh well, maybe I’m just not such a good builder with dog food.

Thanks again for giving Rufus more vacation at your place.  He sure is happy there.  Anne

I am so delighted to have your place to board the dogs.  I feel like my going away is a fun vacation for them now too, so I feel less guilty about leaving them behind! :)  I love that they get great exercise and special loving care while they're there.  Thank you thank you thank you! Allura

"My name is Thumper, I'm a chocolate lab female, my 'parents' usually take me to our local vet for boarding.  When they had the opportunity to take me to RaiskingK9, it was the best boarding I've been.  I didn't exhibit any "enclosed" behavior when my 'parents' came to pick me up.  I had plenty of time to roam freely in the yard and play as well as get some training from Jaz.  I believe my 'parents' decided to ALWAYS take me back to RaiskingK9, no question!  Jaz & Scott are people friendly & dog loving couple having 5 dogs of their own, I highly reccommend their boarding services to any dogs!"

Ronald & Luci Di Giovanna, Pasadena, MD.

Jaz,
It's unbelievable how well Sammie's doing!  She has not been jumping nearly as much and she seems to be less demanding as well, like she gets her "place" better.  I mean, we're good to her, so we always thought, geeze, doesn't she know when enough's enough?  She seemed spoiled.  I can't explain, but she just has better manners now.  Whatever you did, it worked.  And, in fact, we're getting loads of compliments and people with younger dogs asking when theirs will "settle down".  Hee hee.  Like she's calm!  But, she is so much better for us, still loving her walks and play time, running 4-5 days a week now (since she needs someone to run with her, you're our trainer too, I guess!)
I feel like I "get" her better now, where before she just confused me at times.  Alice

I do want to say thank you for sending the email a few days ago.  We had no Idea what we were going to do.  I couldn’t find any place that made me feel comfortable.  They all seem like faceless doggie stalags.  I know he’s in good hands with you.  Thanks again, Dorian

Jaz,

Hi, I hope all is well.  Kym and I are inquiring if you would be able to watch Tilghman again while we go to Myrtle Beach.  We loved your love and care you provided to Tilghman.  I hope we can work things out.  Thanks again.  Larry, Kym and Tilghman

Jaz, just a quick note to say that Tex and I won't be able to make it tonight.  We have a schedule conflict.  Thank you for helping me with Tex.  I've very pleased how he has improved walking without pulling on the leash and his off-leash response.  I'm now getting a much better obedience when the kids are on their bikes. Larry C