2026-05-05T00:17:42.861Z

2026-04-14T22:00:10.913Z

I was worried that my dog’s training would end up costing thousands, even for what might be a simple issue. Alessandro completely put those concerns to rest. He came to my home, quickly assessed the situation, and immediately identified the problem. He assured me it would be a quick fix and he was right.In just 15 minutes, he showed me techniques that worked right away and explained how to maintain the progress with consistency. What truly stood out was his honesty and professionalism. He didn’t charge for the assessment or the brief session.It’s rare to find someone so knowledgeable, courteous, and genuinely focused on helping rather than overcharging. He even encouraged me to reach out if I have any future questions or concerns.I highly recommend Alessandro and will absolutely use him again for any future training needs.

2025-12-15T01:23:28.989Z

We had an amazing experience with Alessandro training our dog, Jax. Jax struggled with anxiety and used to bark at every dog we passed, which made walks and outings very stressful. Thanks to Alessandro’s patience, knowledge, and clear training methods, Jax is now noticeably calmer, more confident, and much more obedient.Alessandro took the time to understand Jax’s specific needs and gave us practical tools we could continue using at home. The transformation has been incredible, and we’re so grateful for the progress Jax has made. We can’t recommend Alessandro highly enough to anyone dealing with their dog’s anxiety or aggressiveness.Thank you Alessandro!

2025-11-13T15:47:12.062Z

Alessandro and team did a fantastic job with our 2 Goldens! We needed training for multiple reasons, the most pressing being that our male was resource guarding and overreacting in moments of uncertainty. We were looking for behavorial training to get to the root of the issue + teach basic commands.Prior to training, Alessandro came to our home to meet the pups and they instantly loved him. We felt comfortable with him right away and knew our dogs would be in good hands.He and his team did a great job communicating with us during the training - sending updates, pictures and videos. They brought them to our home multiple times during their stay to work with us on training in their home environment. They were extremely patient with us and sooooo good with our pups. I could tell they were very well loved while in their care.It’s been 6 months since they have been home and our male has not had a single issue with resource guarding or overreacting. Alessandro worked with him to build his confidence and it’s been an incredible transformation! Since our pups came home, the male not only acts more confident, he is visibly more joyful than before. What we thought might be a trait that was irredeemable, Alessandro knew he could correct it with the right training and boundaries.We would recommend Alessandro and his team to anyone looking for training, both standard commands and behavorial! So thankful for their investment in and love for our pups!!

2025-11-12T15:42:41.530Z

State of Mind Dog Canine completely changed our dog’s behavior. Our pup Whiskey is like a brand new dog since finishing training. She’s more calm, confident, and actually listens! Before, walks were a struggle and having guests were chaos, but now she’s well-mannered and easier to handle. The trainers were professional, patient, and clearly love what they do. You can tell they genuinely care about the dogs and the owners too. Highly recommend State of Mind if you want real, lasting results! Alessandro was awesome to work with.

2025-11-06T16:05:37.284Z

I would leave 100 stars if I could!! We have a rescue that came with challenges we didn't know how to handle. After seeing Alessandro with our dog I knew he would be able to help us. Our dog went for training for four weeks and came home a different dog. There are a lot of great things to mention, but what I was impressed with the most was how we had weekly training sessions to practice with our dog before he came home. He taught us what he was teaching our dog and had us practice with him. We met at the park, at home depot and he even did a home visit with us to go over things we wanted to break him from doing at home. He has also been great to keep in touch and communicate with us and even done follow up sessions after to make sure we remain successful with our training. Our dog came home a different dog, no more food aggression, no more going crazy barking and scratching at the door or windows when ppl walk by or deliver packages. We can have nice walks without being dragged and pulled by our dog. It has been totally worth the investment in time and money. We all have a much more peaceful quality of life at home now. I am extremely thankful we had to opportunity to have our dog trained by Alessandro and his staff and would 100% recommendation him to anyone !!! If your dog has issues, this is the place that can really help you with your dog!!

2025-10-11T16:26:51.006Z

I can’t say enough great things about Allesandro and his ability to train dogs. From the very first session, it was clear that he truly understands dogs and knows how to bring out the best in them. Before training with Allesandro, my dog Toby’s energy levels were through the roof and he would refuse to listen. After training, I was truly shocked at the results as to how well behaved and well mannered Toby was now. Complete 180 in behavior all while still being the quirky, fun dog that he was before. Allesandro, took the time to explain everything clearly, gave me practical tips I could use at home. Its clear he truly cares about the dogs and his customer’s satisfaction. Its safe to say that I have no regrets choosing State of mind canine for training.

2025-10-08T18:55:53.912Z

I don’t have enough words to describe how wonderful Alessandro the trainer is my dog is a very sensitive little guy and after going thru training he is a well behaved dog I used to not be able to take him on walks or control him at all now I can take him anywhere and he listens and is well behaved if you have any issues with your dog this is the place to go you will not be disappointed he treats your dog like family to the point after being home 3 weeks he seen Alessandro and was so happy and thrilled to see him he is a true dog whisperer

2025-10-02T00:23:00.349Z

My husband and I were hesitant to pay for training since we had paid a lot of money to a trainer before that didn’t help our dogs behavior. However, my dog Baker’s behavior was getting worse and we knew we needed to help her overcome her fears and socialize more. We are so happy we found Alessandro! Baker has a lot of anxiety and aggression toward dogs. She started going after our other dog in our house more frequently as well. Because of this, we reached out to Alessandro to see if he would be a good fit to help her. From our first meeting we knew he was going to be able to help her and that he has a big love for dogs. He doesn’t rush through sessions and makes sure he meets the unique needs of every dog and answers all questions as well as addressing all concerns. He doesn’t take a one size fits all approach, but instead gets to know the dog and personalized strategies based on what works and doesn’t work with that dog. I know if anything happens I can’t text him and he is always willing to problem solve with me. We ended up sending Baker to board and train with Alessandro and we received videos and pictures of our girl. Baker used to be afraid of every little thing and now she is so confident and brave! Even though Baker is home, Alessandro continues to reach out and check on her and provide support to us as the need arises. The fact that Baker ended the board and train program being off muzzle and able to socialize with other dogs was mind blowing to my husband and I because we never thought she would get along with other dogs again. Not only has the training built confidence in Baker, but it has also built confidence in me and my husband’s abilities to manage Baker’s behaviors/fear if they arise again. We are super grateful and look forward to continuing to work with Alessandro so that Baker can continue to become more and more confident in herself!

2025-10-02T00:05:54.471Z

Alessandro was a pleasure to work with! Apollo went to “doggy bootcamp” for his nervousness and aggression towards another dog in my household. Alessandro was great at explaining why his behavior was occurring and helped me figure out the best way to go about handling his issues. He did not rush training at all, and showed love and compassion towards Apollo the whole time. He kept me posted regularly with texts, photos, and videos letting me know how he was doing and what they were working on. The in person trainings were amazing as well, as it trained me on what to do in certain situations. He clearly cares deeply about what he does and the animals he cares for. Even after Apollo came back home, he still checks up on us to make sure everything is going well. I love that the program also allows for follow up visits if needed. Apollo has already made so much progress, and I know he will continue to do so. He also gave me some training tips for my other dog, Nova, that had a few behavior issues I needed to address. I can’t thank Alessandro enough for what he did for us, and it was worth the money!

2025-07-21T23:35:32.135Z

We had a fantastic experience with State of Mind Canine, for our 1-year-old golden/lab mix! Alessandro was patient, knowledgeable, and really helped us understand how to communicate better with our dog. One of the biggest improvements we’ve seen is how much calmer our pup is when guests come over—he now gives people space and settles down much more quickly. He also walks nicely on a least now, so my daughters can walk him with ease. We’re so grateful for the tools and support we received. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a kind and effective dog trainer who truly loves what he does!

2025-07-16T06:16:57.247Z

Let me start by saying my husband and I highly recommend State of Mind Canine with Alessandro Ferri. Once you read my review you shouldn’t have to do anymore research for a trainer. My husband and I have a 3- year-old Golden Retriever named Dagwood. We weren't able to take Dagwood for walks because he would always pull and bark at every person or dog that walked by. He was starting to have issues at the kennel where we would board him, one minute he is fine in an instant he would growl if they walked by the kennel he was in. He became possessive of his space. We decided we needed to break down and have him professionally trained since we weren't able to train Dagwood. Dagwood would obey commands with us when he wanted to. We found State of Mind Canine / Alessandro Ferri via searching internet. I was impressed with phone conversation so we set up the in-home visit. I was impressed with the information he gave us He spoke with passion about the dogs he has trained and those he has adopted . Dagwood had an overnight evaluation with Alessandro at his place to determine best boarding plan for Dagwood. I knew we made the right choice when after 1 week he was a different calmer dog. I could tell Alessandro truly cared and he would go above and beyond to help the dog and owners. This is what Alessandro did for Dagwood and my husband and I. One month after Dagwood came home, we needed to board him, so we went to the kennel we always used. The kennel knew Dagwood had been in training and they asked me in advance if after his training the trainer could bring them in loop so they would know how he handled Dagwood when he growled or got possessive, about being in the kennel. Alessandro said no problem. My husband and I drop Dagwood at the kennel, we tell them to call us if Dagwood acts up. I add that Dagwood had been very good no issues at home, so I don't expect anything to happen. We were about 10 minutes from the kennel and we receive a call from the kennel Dagwood growled at one of the workers she just said hi to him and he growled at her. We are still driving I call Alessandro and tell him what happened. He said he would go over to the kennel to see what happened. He said it was not necessary for my husband and I to go back to the kennel. Later Alessandro calls me he said he spoke to owner after seeing Dagwood and he gave them some tips and told them if Dagwood acted up again call him and he would come pick up Dagwood and take him back to his place if necessary . Alessandro even left a bag of treats for the workers to give to Dagwood whenever they walked by his kennel. The kennel owner called me and told me as soon as Dagwood saw Alessandro, he became submissive and laid down so he could get rubbed by Alessandro. She also said Alessandro stayed over an hour and gave her a lot of good information .I highly recommend Alessandro; he is a Dog Whisperer. For Alessandro to go to Dagwoods kennel to check on him and assist the workers, Alessandro went above and beyond . He does that because He Truly Cares for the dogs that he trains. Whatever Alessandro tells he will do for your dog he gets it done. When he tells you to call if you have any questions or need assistance, he means it. Alessandro is there for you and your fur baby!!When my husband and I walk Dagwood and someone compliments Dagwood's demeanor. I always say he wasn't always this laid back it was State of Mind Canine, Alessandro Ferri

2025-06-08T23:30:30.142Z

We had such a great experience with state of mind canine. We sent our dog, Nami, to the board and train program because we were struggling with a serious issue — she kept running away and wouldn’t come when called. After completing the board and train, Nami now has a solid recall, listens even when distracted, and stays close by whether we’re at the park or just in the yard.The trainer was incredible throughout the whole process. We got regular updates and he made the transition back home as smooth as possible.

2025-04-19T23:30:36.423Z

I signed my dog up for the doggy Boot Camp with Alex and he had my dog Krystal, for 3 and 1/2 weeks. During that time we had two one on ones so I could see her progress and she had a chance to see me. He also texted me a few times a weeks with photos and videos of her progress. When she came home, she had a different personality that was so relaxed. I can’t say enough good things. When she first went with Alex, she was acting aggressive, possessive, guarding, everything seemed to be hers. Don’t touch it. Mine! He whipped her right into shape quickly with a kindness and sternness that she took to right away.. She’s been home for a week and a half now and follows her commands. She acts like a relaxed pup now. Alex did a follow up visit today. She remembered him immediately and loved all over him like a best friend. He was very pleased and I am very pleased. If you need your dog’s personality to change for whatever reason, I strongly suggest that you give Alex a call.

2025-04-05T00:36:18.494Z

Alessandro did a FABULOUS job training our boxer mix. He really devoted time with Jake. The first meeting we had with Alessandro was the same day we talked the first time. He came over that evening to talk about his process. During that hour or so we could see his love of dogs right away. Jake took to him immediately. Jake spent a little over 2 weeks with Alessandro in his home. Jake received play time, training time, rest time every day. Rest time was in his crate -this also helped him get adjusted to crate time when we are up and around in our own house without him fussing. We had training time with Jake and Alessandro too. He also met with him numerous times after to help reinforce us and Jake. While the service isn’t cheap, we knew as soon as we got Jake home it was money very well spent. We feel like we have gotten more than our monies worth. We have support for the long term if ever needed.I can’t say enough about how happy we are with the price, the service, how caring Alessandro is, and how much support we have gotten in post training.

2025-04-02T00:48:13.349Z

He was great with our two dogs! We did board and train while on vacation. Once we got back Alessandro worked with us on proper training and he followed up to make sure our at home training was going good.

2025-03-23T00:37:10.795Z

I’m so glad I decided to seek out professional help with my 4 year old Chesapeake Bay retriever Odin. He was just too stubborn for me but he met his match with Alessandro. He was such an anxious dog that would have unpredictable behavior and i could never break him of his constant pulling during walks. Now i can finally walk in peace and be around other people and dogs without worrying about him being aggressive.The best part about this training is that Alessandro not only broke him of a lot of his bad behaviors but found the key of how to make training actually effective. So now i cannot only maintain what Alessandro taught him, but add to his training with success instead of frustration.He understands that not all dogs learn the same and adjusts his training methods to match the dog.He learned quickly how my dog would not react to prong collars but does wonderfully with a lead which is less stressful for both me and my dog.Considering my dog is still fairly young, this was one of the best investments i made to ensure he will have a happier and healthier life.

2025-03-13T03:21:19.877Z

We recently did a puppy training course for our Corgi who was having biting, chewing, and walking issues. Alessandro was amazing he came to our house and took the time to walk both me and my girlfriend through how to address the problem behaviors after the session with him our pup was amazing. He tested boundaries the next day with us but after using the methods we were taught he understood what to do and was basically a whole new puppy. I really appreciated the humane but firm training methods. Alessandro also has followed up with us after the fact to make sure that our pup is still doing well and seems to be truly invested in the long term success of our dog. He made sure to take extra time over what was initially agreed upon to make sure that we knew what we were doing and were set up for success. Early training is key and we really appreciate his help.

2025-03-02T17:16:15.304Z

Working with Alessandro is the best decision we could have made and the best money spent. Our 7 month old puppy was jumping, biting, and generally ignoring all boundaries. After four weeks with Alessandro, his behavior has completely transformed. Having a puppy went from being a stressor to a complete joy. I cannot recommend State of Mind Canine enough!

2025-01-29T15:57:06.548Z

It has taken me quite a bit of time to write this review. I should have written it in November when we were able to sit at our Thanksgiving dinner without worrying about our dog ruining it by getting into the food. I just couldn’t find the right words to express how Alessandro training our dog, quite possibly saved our marriage or at least my sanity. Backstory, we have a 2 year old bluetick coonhound. If you are not familiar with this breed, they are the Chocolate lab of the hound family. They are beautiful, intelligent, hyperactive, chewers, revenge poopers, separation anxiety having, loyal to a fault, sweet, but saucy animals. We used another trainer when she was 6 months old after home training wasn’t working, that failed and we felt swindled out of money. We tried home training again and we tried doggy daycare. She was chewing everything, howling non stop, sever separation anxiety from my husband. She was growling if you tried to move her. Growling when there was food around. She never bit anyone, she was never “aggressive” until one day she bit one of my friends sons. She did not break skin, but she hurt him and that was my breaking point. Either she gets training, and we get training, or she is being sent to a farm in Alabama to learn how to hunt. Long story short, we called Alessandro. He was the only trainer that never said “Well, she is a hound.” He came to our home and spent a few hours with us during the consultation and even began training her there. It was AMAZING to see how she was responding to him, and to realize that she wasn’t really the problem. We were. That is always step one I think. Alessandro was completely professional. He was honest from the start and said some dogs are not meant to be pets, they are meant to be working dogs. Opal is one of those breeds. Through his board and train program we had multiple meetings at our home, and parks. When you hire Alessandro, you don’t just invest in him, you invest in your loving pet, and also you invest in yourselves. Alessandro is the real deal and worth every single cent. Opal was counter surfing, she wasn’t listening, or recalling. After Alessandro’s training, we sat at the Thanksgiving table without worrying one bit about the dog. Life is never perfect, but it has been a lot less stressful since Opal came home from training. We love our girl and always have, but now we can enjoy going out with her and knowing how to prepare not only her, but ourselves as well. We know how to be proactive and prevent her from getting riled up when she sees another dog and wants to play and pull on the leash. We know how to react if she gets loud in the car as a dog is walked by or there is another dog in a vehicle next to us. Trust me when I say this. You do not need to look any further. Do yourself a favor and call Alessandro with State of Mind K-9. You will not regret it.

2024-12-19T03:04:19.971Z

Alesandro was recommended to us by our neighbors. From the moment he met our boy, Jack (a rescue Pittie Mix), we could tell he was an expert in his field. We had a very comprehensive consultation and Alesandro recommended a training session that would meet our needs and budget. He is very knowledgeable and has an excellent way with dogs. He went above and beyond to teach our whole family how to interact and properly train Jack. The session was very comprehensive and informative. Alesandro is incredibly patient and has been an invaluable resource for us. We could not be more pleased and grateful for what he was able to teach us and the progress that we have made. We would highly recommend State of Mind Canine to anyone who needs some assistance with dog behavior and training.

2024-12-08T22:27:53.071Z

Our dog was an unruly goof ball, pulling on his leash and jumping on us. He is a changed dog, obedient and no more pulling. We highly recommend state of mind canine training. Our experience was an amazing one and it really made our rescue dog an absolute great dog.

2024-06-02T00:40:39.743Z

Alessandro was truly a terrific trainer for us and our dear rescue Luna 🐶! We got her from the shelter but had some issues with pulling on her leash and going crazy on her walks. We were also experiencing a family loss and didn't have the time personally to invest in the training she needed so we decided to do puppy boot camp for 4 weeks. Alessandro put so much time and effort into her training and it made a world of difference! She's perfect at her walks now and is so obedient, which is essential because we have little ones and older folks that she must be careful around. Plus he helped train us so we could be the kind of owners that would be able to set Luna up for success going forward. We can't thank Alessandro enough for his personal attention in getting Luna so calm and a wonderful addition to our family! I'd definitely recommend State of Mind kanine to my friends and family!

2024-05-29T16:47:08.792Z

Alessandro is amazing! I was skeptical about getting my 90 lb pit bull trained because he was so stubborn beforehand. He would bark randomly, jump on people, sit in their lap, pull on the leash with a prong collar, bark when the phone rang or when people showed affection. When I first met Alessandro I felt as if he really cared about dogs and giving them the best quality of life with their owners. Training really enhances that and allows your dog to do more with you while behaving better. After doing the board and train program, my dog is changed for the better but still has his goofy personality and loving attributes. Alessandro made me feel as if my dog was in good hands from the very beginning, ensuring me that he would take however much time with my dog to get him trained. He sent pictures and videos during the training. We had follow up sessions after his board and train to make sure my dog was still doing well. Alessandro checks in with us periodically to make sure my dog is still doing good. He offers group trainings afterwards as well to target any needed behaviors. I am very pleased with the results and happy my dog and I did the training!

2024-04-26T14:18:57.308Z

Our Ronan was a lovable pup, but very territorial with some leash aggression. We contacted Allessandro and State of Mind Canine for some in home training. I am amazed at the transformation in behavior we are experiencing with Ronan. Walking him now is so enjoyable. I no longer have to have my head on a swivel looking out for others walking their dogs and hurrying to avoid them. Ronan is so well behaved that other dog owners have commented about this change.I no longer have to worry about any aggressive behavior with regards to resource guarding or being territorial. Allessandro is wonderful with the training of Ronan and us! Watching him interact not only with our pup but with the dogs he brings along to assist in the training made us feel confident that this was the right choice for us.I highly recommend State of Mind Canine training as the transformation in our pup’s behavior is remarkable. We continue to reinforce what we learned and thoroughly enjoy our time with Ronan.

2024-03-19T00:18:44.465Z

Amazing trainer that is always available to help on any type of issues we have run into. He is quick to reply or call back and always gives amazing feedback. My dog has become a different dog since training with him and I am amazed ! Bruno loves Alessandro too ! Can’t wait until he goes back for his off leash training ☺️

2024-03-17T14:19:22.536Z

2024-03-16T19:11:05.736Z

Alessandro is a wonder of a trainer. My 10 month old smooth collie pup would jump,cry, bark and go manic upon seeing another animal. I live in a condominium complex where every walk we will encounter several dogs. With just one 45 minute lesson, Alessandro was able to get her completely under control. I can’t thank him enough and needless to say I highly recommend his services!

2024-03-03T22:56:00.676Z

My wife and I signed our 2 year old Lab ‘Cali’ up for the on leash bootcamp. The training took 3 weeks to complete and the results were great! It was hard living without our pup for so long but it was worth the wait. Cali has always been a great dog and is very smart, but now she has the discipline and skills for us to bring her more places. This training package is worth the investment! We also use State of Mind Canine for boarding Cali when we go out of town so she gets the structure and play time with someone we can trust!

2024-01-22T17:05:52.224Z

Alessandro has been a tremendous help with our dog Poppy. He really helps explain dog behavior in a way that makes sense. His bootcamp is an amazing jumpstart to get the dog in the right mindset and trained, and Alessandro does a fantastic job afterwards to teach the owners how to keep the training going especially since the circumstances at home may need additional adjustments to keep the dog well-behaved. Not only that, but Alessandro keeps contact with you so if issues arrive later, he can make house visits to correct the situation and he sends photos and videos so you know what to look for. All in all, I cannot recommend State of Mind Canine more for all training and boarding needs.