Client Experiences

I would like to first start out telling you what an AMAZING individual Ed is!

Dog training is a bit unnerving for both the dog and their owner. When Bruce and I brought Larry to his first training session, we all felt that K9Chem was a safe space and that Larry would be in good hands should we have to board him.  Ed is a very intelligent man who has such a gentle and calming spirit. We knew we came to the right place.  Ed helped us understand that training is not only for Larry but also for Me and Bruce. He helped us learn different techniques with Larry. Our training sessions were such wonderful experiences and Larry and us did very well. It also helps when your dog trainer loves your dog as much as you do. Also, Larry who has separation anxiety absolutely loves his time with Ed and his family when we board him. Kudos to Ed and K9Chem.

Ed has worked wonders with our Portuguese Water Dog. PWDs are an extremely intelligent, affectionate and loyal breed of working dogs. Ed began training Yofi as a puppy and continues to work with him to refresh skills and introduce new ones. Ed has given us the tools to tame unwanted behaviors making Yofi a better dog and us better owners. As a side note, Ed is Yofi’s favorite person and can barely contain his excitement anytime he sees Ed.

I was at a loss with my 6 month old Golden Retriever puppy. Jack had some bad behavior that I thought we would never overcome but Ed set us both up for success. Ed provided clear and consistent communication and leadership. All Golden Retrievers love people but Jack and Ed have a very special bond due to Ed’s passion, patience and love for his clients. Ed is a master of his profession! We just really want to say…WE LOVE ED!!!

We honestly weren’t sure if we, as owners, were going to be a good fit for K9 Chem. Ed has been wonderful to work with. He helps us adjust our approach for our dogs’ different needs. Jerry has some anxiety and fear issues while Tom can be an overconfident and impulsive.  Ed has helped us to become confident owners.  Jerry is gaining confidence and Tom is more calm and  easier to control. We’re so pleased with the progress with both of them and looking forward to even more improvements.

I can’t recommend Ed enough! I contacted Ed after I rescued my dog (Stedman). Being a new dog owner was a struggle for me at first. Ed greeted and treated me and Stedman like he had known us for years! Ed is cool, calm and confident with his teaching style and he had passed that confidence to myself and especially Stedman. With Ed’s coaching I have not only gained confidence, but peace and true love and friendship with my dog for life. I can’t thank Ed enough! 

Our dog Bear was having some obedience issues, so we contacted Ed for some training help. We started with a few private sessions and later sent Bear for a board and train.  Bear returned fluent in basic commands and had much improved walking etiquette. I would recommend Ed to anyone who is looking to have their puppy trained!

Highly recommend K9 Chemistry

As the owner of my fourth Samoyed, a breed that is known for independence and a stubborn streak, I knew that this particular dog was, as the vet, my family (and to be honest myself) said, “a challenge.”  He was never mean but was stubborn with enough energy for 5 dogs, and when he grew from a puppy I could carry to 55 pounds of dog-sledding muscle, I knew I needed help.

Dr. Savitski and K9 Chemistry was an answer to prayer.  He was so patient with my wild pup but more importantly taught me how to handle my furry bundle of energy and helped with so many other dog related questions, from practicing vet holds for the next doctor visit, to modifying the store bought dog collars to fit my super furry friend, to providing training with other dogs at his dog facility as a day boarder.

Most importantly, K9 chemistry turned my wild child into a pleasure to be around without stifling his fun and affectionate nature.  I would recommend K9 Chemistry for any dog, and only wish I had started my four footed friend sooner.

We were referred to Ed as a potential trainer when Hoppus, our American Staffordshire Terrier, was about 3 months old.

From the start Hoppus liked Ed and tried to please him, which obviously enhanced learning. The initial training was done at our house over a period of several weeks, with subsequent intermittent sessions at Ed’s house over the last year. Twice this involved boarding Hoppus at Ed’s house for several days. Ed would send photos and videos of Hoppus training and playing whenever he was at Ed’s house. It was clearly a happy pooch in the videos.

Ed is obviously fond of dogs and did a very nice job in training Hoppus, who has learned come, sit, stay, down, heel etc. very well. Now if Ed could only train us owners to be consistent the results would be truly magnificent.