Kevin & Kaos

Five Stars Aren’t Enough

When I first brought my 8-month-old intact male Australian Cattle Dog to Francesca, he was full of drive, energy, and challenging behaviors that I didn’t know how to manage. I was looking for help to curb some of his instincts and build a foundation of obedience, and what I found in Francesca was far more than a dog trainer — she’s a true behavioral expert and an incredible teacher.

Francesca didn’t just help me teach commands — she taught me how to enforce them with consistency and fairness, and how to read my dog’s body language so I could predict his actions before they happened. This has been especially helpful in situations involving other dogs or high-stress environments.

What really set her apart was her insight into my dog’s instinctual behaviors — the very traits he was bred for. Rather than suppressing those behaviors, Francesca helped me understand how to channel them productively, showing me that managing drive isn’t about correction, it’s about giving it purpose. That’s when she introduced us to livestock work — and everything changed. My dog finally had an outlet that matched his instincts, and it transformed not only his behavior, but our relationship.

Now, at one year old, he’s a different dog. Balanced, obedient, thoughtful, and fulfilled. I truly cannot express how grateful I am for Francesca’s guidance. She is professional, deeply knowledgeable, and exceptionally effective. I’m beyond happy I went to her — it’s been a game-changer for both me and my dog.