SABALI DOG TRAINING ACADEMY

Deborah Hatcher

2024-01

Great training academy. My 4 month old German Shepherd came back home housebroken, attentive and knows several commands ie sit, stay, cage etc. I was also trained on when and how to provide “treats”. As she will be inside my home (and very big), it is a must that she knows the dos and don’ts to live indoors. Very highly recommended. Thanks for all your assistance with my dog “Zena”.

joannwinson

2024-03

Sam gave us hope when we were discouraged. Carter is our 60 pound, 9 month old male Dalmatian -- our 3rd and my husband's 6th Dalmatian. You'd think we would know what we were doing by now! We worked hard at training and socializing him until he was 6 months old. His progress was great! But then he became very sick for over a month and forgot everything. And we were exhausted. We're older dog parents, and he is an amazing, strong, "fast as the wind" athlete. In other words, we were no match for him. I met a neighbor whose giant Rottweiler had been trained at Sabali. That dog was perfect, and I was jealous. Finally we admitted we needed help and called Sam, as well as several other "board and train" folks. Sam was so understanding as an ex-teacher with great communication skills. He didn't worry us with some faux police/military approach as did a few others. He believed in positive reinforcement. He was optimistic Carter would thrive and explained why. We took Carter for a visit to meet Sam and were convinced it was the right thing to do. We sent our precious pup to a two week "camp" with Sam. Carter is a headstrong dog and the first week was a challenge for him. But he's also a smart dog, and Sam is patient and persistent. Carter returned home without the behaviors at the top of our wish list that had been driving us crazy. Two weeks didn't make him perfect, but it changed him into a better version of himself, which helped us become better versions of ourselves. Sam has continued to mentor us; we've accepted the need to be more disciplined. We are grateful, and all of us are happier, including Carter! THANK YOU, SAM, to you and YOUR TEAM! NOTE: In the picture, Carter is monitoring the birds in the trees outside so they don't unexpectedly break into our house!

A'tasha Christian

2023-09

Sam is a trainer that is bar none! From the moment we met him, our Cane Corso Blitz immediately took to him. To watch Blitz go from a stubborn, hard to manage to a still stubborn yet playful and lovable dog has been amazing to see. Moreover, Sam is an educator as well. We’ve taken every tool and applied it and it’s given us the patience we need for this breed of dog. The boarding team is phenomenal. Blitz walks right up to Mary for a hug each time. I never worry because he’s in great hands. Sam is a part of Blitz’s village and we look forward to continuing to work!

Imma Wizzzard

2024-04

Sam and the Sabali team are absolutely AMAZING!!! My dog Saki was extremely reactive, to the point that I couldn’t take him anywhere without him trying to attack anyone within a 25 foot radius of me. It was extremely embarrassing and I’d given up hope until I came across Sabali Empire. They took Saki in and took EXCELLENT care of him, making sure to send me pictures and videos of his progress. They kept me involved with the training as well, so that I could get comfort with giving Saki the new commands and walking with him in public. In three weeks, Saki’s reactivity had been addressed and I can now take him out in public with little to no incidents . The other day I was able to take him to his vet (which he had to be restrained to do before) and a stranger’s young daughter pet him at the dog park without him showing out or biting her (which I would have been too stressed about before Sabali). Their patience with dogs, regardless of the temperament, is SO admirable and I can’t recommend them enough!!!! They’ve been an absolute BLESSING for me and my fur baby

Alvinia Young

2023-05

Sabali Dog Training Academy was the best decision we made! Sam was very knowledgeable, patient and had a genuine desire for our first family pet to thrive with us. Kovu, our strong and loving American Bully needed training and we needed to understand the best way to provide that to him in order for the experience to be the best for all involved. We wanted our kids to be able to walk him, for us to enjoy outside and places that were pet friendly with him so training was critical. The training was excellent as the whole family was involved. He shared tips and things we needed to do differently to get the reaction we needed.We had indoor, outdoor and off site training to help Kovu work through distractions and fears. Sam knows the breed and he went the extra mile to get us where we need to be. We know training is an ongoing journey for us! Thankful to be apart of the Sabali family!We also utilize the boarding service which is great as Kovu has a special relationship with him.If you're looking for a trainer, Sabali Dog Training Academy is your place! You won't be disappointed.

david leaks

2023-09

Rated A+ Trainer, and WE did all the work LOL. Sam is great his techniques are simple easy and Bully proof. Highly recommend for any dog any age any size.

Jonathan

2023-10

Sam and his team did an amazing job boarding and training Moana. My goal from the beginning was to set Moana up for success as she continues to learn and grow. Sam and his team set the foundation for that success early. Extremely knowledgeable, professional and friendly. “It’s not magic it’s patience”

Meemerz Bentley

2024-02

I had a amazing experience. From my inquiry to booking to drop off and pick up Sam was very communicative. I went out of town from Friday to Sunday and it gave me so much peace of mind. My intial concern was that my 3 year old Newfypoo would not get along with other dogs. To my surprise she did well. I would recommend this company to anyone with a dog seeking to correct behavioral issues.Thank you Sabali for caring for my girl.

William and LaQuashia Johnson

2023-05

We are thankful for Sams obedience Training. Our dog is Crown if you are following Sabali empire on Instagram you can see for yourself the results. Before the training we were unsure if we made the right decision on getting our dog. But with the tools and practices that Sabali Empire gave us we are now confident and happily enjoying being dog parents.

Stella Lucas

2023-05

I highly recommend Sabali Dog Training Academy. Sam got my 1 yr old Goldendoodle, Dior AND I all the way together. He showed me how to get my dog working which leads to better behavior. I am now able to take my dog to the park and let him run around without worrying about him running off. If you are in need of a great trainer, Sam and Sabali Dog Training Academy is the way to go. The biggest lesson I’ve learned is that, It’s not magic, It is Patience!

Jordan Copeland

2023-11

I reached out to Sabali Dog Training Academy for help with my 2 year old Morkie who desperately needed some training. Sam took on the challenge and provided me with the knowledge and skills to correct some of the behaviors my dog was having. In just 5 sessions, I learned so much and began to really understand why my dog did some of the things she was doing. We still have a ways to go to get her where she needs to be but I now have what I need to continue the process thanks to Sam. 10/10 would recommend!

Brittney Venable

2023-05

First and foremost Sam knows what he is doing! From the beginning he was always polite and professional, he explained the process and how to achieve the best results for puppy and myself. Communication was great and he was very easy to talk to and ask questions. My dog knows and we use these basic commands daily, it has made owning my dog just that much easier. I highly recommend him for your needs!

Michael Poke

2023-12

Sam did a great job training my frenchie. Since I’ve gotten him back he has not used the bathroom in the house and his temperament has improved.

William Feaster

2023-05

I have to say I am very impressed with Sam’s ability to train a dog and its owner at the same time. I learned so much and did everything he said. Patience is a key motivator along with repetition. I would highly recommend him to anyone that is looking for quality training from a professional.

writtingjess

2023-09

Sam is a gentle and knowledgeable trainer. Great communication, all questions answered. He’s patient and kind with you when teaching you how to train your dog. Could not recommend enough.

John Owens

2023-06

The Lead Trainer and owner Sam did an amazing job with our French Bulldog Diesel. He began training with him, and immediately our puppy latched on to the training. He displayed patience leadership, and helped us along the way with the training. I am a Diabled Veteran with PTSD and Sam's ability to help our pup focus and latch on to the basics of dog training has been wonderful. He is very respectful and displays a diligence to his craft. Our dog will soon become a service dog for both me and my son Josh who is autistic. We would never have been able to begin those steps had it not been for the most professional training that Sabali Empire and Sam produces. We highly highly recommend Sam and his professionals at Sabali for anyone that seeks training for they're Dog.

S B

2022-05

I highly recommend Sabali Empire! Our dog had so much energy, pulled when walking, barked uncontrollably inside and outside while walking, cried in his kennel, and the list could go on. We were desperate for help. After his time at Sabali Empire his behavior did a complete 360! The passion and patience that was put into our dogs training is so hard to find! Most people would have given up!If you are looking to give your dog the training and education they deserve this is definitely the place to do it!

Alexis Coltrane

2023-05

My puppy, Nova, really enjoyed her experience with Sam! Nova has not only learned to be a better dog but I’ve learned to be a better owner. Over the course of our training she has grown and learned new skills that we use everyday. Not only did we learn about training but Sam was extremely helpful in giving tips on other puppy care. We received exceptional professionalism and with such a crazy schedule Sam was very flexible. We will definitely be back in the future!

Valeathia Kinney

2023-12

I learned so much from Sam he explain things I understood. It was easy to learn from him he is well aware of his job in training dogs. Job well done.

Kelly Nagy

2023-05

Sabali is the best dog training company we could have gone through. Samuel was awesome and worked so well with my dog Lily. We was patient with her and taught us so much with just a few sessions. Thank you so much for everything! 10/10 recommend.

Cierra Harris

2023-06

I took my 70lbs male staffy/pitt mix to Sam for a week to work on human and dog reactivity, various obedience commands, public obedience, and distraction training! He got home last night and this morning we walked past construction! Normally I would be nervous and avoidant, but today I confidently walked past the loud noises, men with tools, and close proximity to heavy machinery with no problem. To push him, I even put him in a down stay and turned the corner to see if he would do well under real pressure. He did amazing and I’m so glad to have the confidence in him and myself that we can handle anything that comes our way! Long story short, Sam made sure that Bubs had the basic understanding of good behavior and I had the knowledge of how to correct and enforce that behavior! I highly recommend Sabali!

Joyce Cornett

2023-05

One of the best decisions I have made as a dog owner. Very flexible and accommodating when it came to scheduling. Taught me the skills to help Teddy be a better behaved pup. Highly recommend making the investment in quality training.

smp58

2023-05

Sam is the best! Our dog, Buddy, adores him, and was excited for each new training session. I love the fact that Sam will keep working with you until he is completely satisfied that your dog is where he needs to be. We learned so much from him, and are confident the knowledge we gained will result in a many years of happy cohabitation between us and our furry friend!

Jennifer Koren

2022-05

Sam was great to work with. He was very patient and helped me feel confident in training a powerful breed. My teenage daughter and 6 year old son were included in the training. Stella loved working with him too. He understood our purpose and goal of training for a Service Dog certification. Stella does very well with stay! Something I could never get my other dogs to do. We look forward to a second round of training at the end of March with Sam!

Caroline E Dollins

2023-08

Sam was professional, respectful, great with my kids, and gave us the tools we need to properly train our dog. Recommend!

Tammy Brown

2023-05

We are so happy with the transformation that Tank has done!! All thanks to Sam he was amazing with his knowledge, teaching and patience with Tank and us. I took Tank to the park by myself and trust me I would have never done that before we trained with Sam. Don't think twice about allowing Sam to provide you with top notch training!! You won't be disappointed!

Sara Alamari

2022-05

I had a great experience with Sabali Empire! I had my pup, Blu, who was 5 months old at the time, do a two week board and train to work on some habits to make our everyday routine much easier, such as cage training, basic commands & leash pulling.Sam is very trustworthy, professional and communicative. I know if I have any questions I can ask without feeling silly! Blu and I have kept up with her training methods and she’s doing great at now 8 months old. Thank you Sabali Empire!

June B

2022-05

Samuel is an excellent dog trainer and teacher! He gave me a better understanding of how the mind of the dog works and how to work with it. I appreciated being able to train in different settings to help my dog get socialized too. I really enjoyed working with Samuel and can't recommend Sabali Empire enough! Because of this program i am able to build a stronger connection with my dog through confidence and trust!

olivia cassada

2022-05

If anyone is looking for an absolutely phenomenal trainer that is also incredibly affordable for their pup, I cannot recommend Sabali Empire more! We did the foundation training package and our pup Spud is a way different dog and is so much happier in our home! Sam is a great trainer for both Spud and my family and we are so excited to do more extensive training and sessions with him later on.

Christina Harshaw

2021-05

Sabali Empire was fantastic for my pup. I adopted her from the shelter almost two years ago so she is a little bit older and definitely has her ways. Sabali Empire worked with her twice a week for almost three months and she has shown so much improvement. Sabali Empire tailored her training to her needs and helped me work with her outside of training. I would definitely recommend to anyone who is needing training for their pup!