Woof Works Training

"I have known Mike for many many years, and knew if I ever got a dog that I wanted him to train it. His dog at the time was so well trained and just a lovely girl. His natural ability of working with dogs was easy to see. I recently adopted Rolo, a siberian husky and was told adult huskies are untrainable. Not knowing Mike had gone professional, I reached out to his wife to share the news about Rolo. She told me he opened up a professional dog training business and it was a no brainer, just a matter of when I can come up from NJ for enough time to make it count. Recently, Rolo and I spent 7 days with Mike, and I Iearned how to work with my energetic, active husky and make walks more enjoyable. I learned about the proper use of prong collars which I was skeptical about and slowly starting to work with them. Mike takes the time to learn about your dog and figure out the methods that work best for you and your dog. Rolo responded to him immediately, and learned new techniques quickly which helped strengthen my bond with him. Our first walk back home has greatly improved since before the training started and I am excited to implement what I have learned and keep working with my dog. No dog is untrainable, you just need the right person for the job and Mike Armstrong is def the right person. We will be back for more follow up training."

"Working with Mike was our best decision for our rescue pup, Nacho, who was showing some reactivity toward other dogs. He has come so far in the past few months, and we wouldn’t be here without Mike. Not only does he now get along with other dogs, but we can take him on all of our adventures. I highly recommend him and his team’s services."

"We can’t say enough good things about Mike and his team at Woof Works Training. First of all, Mike is seriously good with dogs(and their humans) and takes a very deliberate, systematic approach based on positive reinforcement. Our Hank not only thrived but he seriously loved the work. Mike gave him all the time he needed to build his attention and confidence. He came back to us changed but that is where the true work and commitment began. Mike reviewed his training with us and we arranged a half day session weeks later that was invaluable. Mike is obviously talented and truly loves his work. The dogs in his care adore him! I would not hesitate to recommend his services to anyone having any issues with their dog or just to sure up their training. This was a great use of money investing in the well-being of our dog and teaching us to be truly good, responsible dog owners."

"I discovered Woof Works Training from a recommendation by my vet in York, ME. I contacted Mike and he came to my home to evaluate my then 10 month old Australian Labradoodle who needed training to help control her impulses and demand barking when visitors came to my house. Mike worked with Allyra to let her know those behaviors were not acceptable and she would get nothing by doing them. I found Mike's method of training was fair and gentle to my pup with great patience and skill. He not only trains the dog but the owner since it is up to us to continue the training when we leave a training session. My pup has completed 11 private lessons with Woof Works and I plan on continuing them with further emphasis on recall training. I highly recommend Woof Works Training to help solve all the issues you may be having with your dog. He will help you and your dog live the best life they can have. Jack D. Eliot, ME"

"We started working with Mike a few months ago and have seen so much progress with our pup Cooper. He not only has trained Cooper but has also helped us become more confident and better dog owners. Cooper has gained so much confidence and we have seen such a tremendous change. We are very grateful to have found Woof Works and can’t recommend them enough!"