Testimonials
RJ and Rosie are a rare gift. They truly speak canine and connected with our dogs in a way I have never seen in another person or trainer. Their empathy and compassion combined with their insight and skill make them the perfect leaders and trainers —especially for problem pups and their families. They connected with our difficult rescues in a way nobody else has been able to and gave them — and us— the confidence and skills to find their inner calm and their purpose. There are no words to express our gratitude for Calm on Command and what RJ and Rosie have done for our pups and and our family. I cannot recommend Calm on Command highly enough. We trusted them with our babies and they delivered beyond our expectations. We are eternally grateful and without adequate words to express our appreciation.
-Lisa Barre-Quick
I must admit that the work RJ and Rose put in to train my rescue, is absolutely amazing. They did an amazing job at training my dog and then in turn making sure I learn how to keep up with the training. Highly recommend them.
-Saul Herrador
We fell in love with our rescue dog Magic the minute we met her, and we knew she would be great company for Gracie our black lab. They bonded instantly and became inseparable. Unfortunately, Magic took protecting her family, both human and canine, to the extreme and after a few scary episodes with our neighbors' dogs, we knew we needed help. From the moment we spoke with Rosie and RJ on the phone, we knew we were in very capable hands. The emailed training program and homework, the in-person training sessions, and the daily Instagram updates confirmed that we made the right decision for ourselves and our dogs. We're all looking forward to future pack walks and maintaining our relationship and friendship. We would like to thank RJ and Rosie for giving us the opportunity to provide Magic and Gracie with the best possible home!
— Helene Fritschi
Rosie and RJ are the best. My dog, Rocko, had severe anxiety around bikes, strollers, and especially squirrels. We felt so helpless and decided to enroll Rocko in a bootcamp. It was so hard to give up Rocko for 4 whole weeks but it was totally worth it! He is so happy! RJ and Rosie posted constantly on IG so we could watch his progress. Seeing his impulses lessen, and his relationship with other animals grow, made my heart melt into a million pieces. I’m forever indebted to Rj & Rosie for their help and ongoing support to make sure Rocko is living his best life and that we are able to including him in more things in our life, including our upcoming wedding in May!
— Holly Coleman
Best dog trainers in Baltimore! Rosie and Rj helped me work through some major behavioral issues with my dog Winston. He was nipping my son and was reactive to other dogs on leash. Rosie and Rj taught me how to implement structure in the home and how to communicate with my dog properly. So thankful for all the support I have received and continue to receive.
— Amanda McGadden
RJ and Rosie are incredible. We truly enjoyed working with them and they were fantastic with our dogs. I highly recommend Calm on Command for attentive care to your dogs needs - they facilitate communication between you and your pup, which makes for a happy owner and happy dog! Highly recommend.
— Tricia Pringle
I have two energetic labs, each with their own issues.
One had severe separation anxiety and the other was very reactive when we saw another dog and pulled incessantly on the leash. It became so bad that they were no longer getting walks because it was so hard to control them and I was at my wits end! We had tried everything over the years – In-Home training, the big box pet store training, vet suggested training, friends who claimed to have the answers – everything! We never saw success until I found RJ’s and Rosie’s dog training.
The dogs spent 4 weeks in boot camp and came back completely different!! RJ and Rosie taught me how to communicate with the dogs and what their signals were and what they meant. RJ and Rosie were so insightful and helpful, it was such a wonderful experience! They were very focused on the dogs instincts and educating me both to nourish those instincts and what an appropriate response should be when I want to correct them. They are also so available after for questions and follow up training! Plus I use them for boarding and loved how the dogs came back with a nice training refresher and I know they didn’t spend the whole time locked away and ignored. I feel the love RJ and Rosie have for my pups! I so highly recommend Calm on Command!!!
— Marie Massenga
“If you are looking for a great training experience RJ is definitely the best!
We have worked with trainers in the past with other dogs and have not had such success and response.
RJ is an incredible human who puts passion into what he does, and the best part is the results! We were merging two packs of dogs, all of which are large breeds, and we could not have done so without RJ. Our dog Storm had severe anxiety and after being bitten it escalated to a combination of anxious behavior and aggression towards other dogs. We couldn’t even walk him in heavy dog/animal crowded areas. Now he is reunited with his old pack, playing with his new pack and an incredible walking partner. He is responsive and successful in all aspects, he gained self awareness and confidence. RJ trained us as well to ensure the best transition and future success for our new pack.
We can not say enough about RJ. His commitment to our success with our furry friends is why we were able to integrate our home. Definitely give him a call!
— Caitlin Johnson
We have a one year-old cockapoo who was a pretty good dog but I was overwhelmed (first time dog owner).
He was being too aggressive with our kids and was demand barking all the time. I was ready to give up and try to rehome him when I ran into RJ. We enrolled Petey in his boot camp. We loved watching his progress on Instagram and Facebook and appreciated how RJ encouraged us to watch all his videos and do our homework so we (and our children) could learn along with Petey. Petey came home a different dog. He learned to love working and is eager to be obedient and to please us. We love how simple yet effective the tools are that we’ve been given to make Petey a happy part of our family. I’d recommend RJ to anyone—from basic dog training and obedience to dogs with severe issues. RJ is your man!!!
— Robyn Barker
RJ has been such a game changer for our pup Henry.
We enrolled him in a five week bootcamp training due to his leash aggression and excessive barking and pulling on walks. He would lunge at other dogs and people on our walks and bark like crazy when people came to the house.
Now he walks next to us like a champ so calmly. He is crate trained and so attentive to us while at home and out in public. We never thought we’d be able to travel with him and bring him out with us to restaurants but he is like a completely new pup now.
We are over the moon excited and so thankful for RJ.
— New Darlings
I am so grateful that we found RJ!
My only regret is not knowing of him sooner. I am constantly singing RJ’s praises, and I recommend him to anyone who will listen.
We are an active family that hikes and travels but found ourselves having to leave a member of our family, our 8.5-year-old terrier mix, behind. Louie was always high strung, but after years of encountering loose dogs off lead and an attack at a local dog park, his anxiety worsened. It was so bad that if he saw anyone or any animal on a walk or when in the car, he pulled, lurched forward and backward, and would let out this horrendous scream-like screech. After attempting to work with other trainers, I did not think reform was possible.
After 5-weeks at RJ’s bootcamp Louie is completely transformed, and so are we! The work and training continue at home, but Louie can now travel in the car without incident. Even better, I have learned to communicate with him and lead him with confidence. We can walk and hike any time of the day without having to worry about crowds or animals. As an added bonus, something I never thought possible, Louie can now be given his freedom to roam off-lead, and he has such an incredible recall even when the ducks, geese, or other critters are around to distract him. Unlike his old behavior which resulted in sympathy or ‘what’s wrong with you’ glares, people now stop to compliment his behavior.
Thank you, RJ! And thank you for letting us follow Louie’s progress on Instagram.
— Shay Meizner
RJ is great!
Not only did he teach Mr Charlie some manners and show him how to integrate into our family, but he really transformed our relationship. Charlie got back from boot camp about 4 weeks ago and RJ has checked on us several times since. Not only encouraging us to stick with the protocol, but talking through real life situations and explaining simple solutions to frustrating situations. The foundation built during the bootcamp is solid and the attention RJ pays to following up with me has been critical to our success together. My morning walks with Charlie have become the highlight of my day, and we’ve gone leash free every day this week!!! Keep up the great work!
— Spiros Kotsovos
We are so thankful for RJ!!! He helped us get ahold on our wild pup Mabel. Mabel would pull relentlessly on the leash, harass our family cat, jump on everyone and shred everything in site until she spent a few weeks in bootcamp. RJ did such a wonderful job with her. We can now take her in public to dinner or hike off leash. The best part is that PEACE has been restored in our home. Mabel has also been back for boarding with RJ where he reinforces all her learned behaviors! We love the work RJ does, and we highly recommend him!
— Phillip Gough-Stone
Can’t thank Calm on Command K9 enough for the amazing work with my dog Ollie! Their training has allowed all the wonderful qualities of my dog to shine and I now lead a less stressful life because he is now a very well-mannered and respectful dog. No demand-barking, jumping, growling, lunging or leash-pulling. My dog is always happy to go back and participate in pack-play which is a huge testament of Rosie’s and RJ’s compassion and relationship with dogs. Amazing!!
— Alexa Diez.
My dog was impossible to walk, he would choke himself on his leash and chase bikes and scooters.
He mouthed, jumped on the counters, and would get too excited and jump on house guests. RJ took the time and patience to teach him how to dog right. We did a 4 week boarding bootcamp and he came back a whole different dog! We can communicate with each other now and it is a relief to have a calmer more focused dog. He loves to work and plays with my kids in a much safer way. He still goes back for overnights when I’m traveling. I know that he gets his energy burned and plays with other dogs with structure and reinforced expectations from his training. No worries that he’ll pick up bad habits or be in a puppy free-for-all. Not to mention the continued advice and support RJ has provided me, encouraging me along the way! So grateful I found RJ!
— Natalie Bruer
RJ is a fantastic trainer! We have a Jack Russell who was very aggressive toward people and anything on four legs. She would viciously guard food, bones, and toys. She would frantically pull on the leash. She was completely out of control, wreaking havoc and chaos in the home. Several trainers refused to train her and those that did only made things worse. We were told she was untrainable. We were absolutely terrified of our own dog. Giving her back to the breeder appeared to be our only option when we reached out to RJ in utter desperation. He made it possible for us to keep our dog and actually include her in our lives. After boot camp, RJ integrated her back into our home with a complete training and management system. And now it’s like we have a whole new dog. She is calm on command and listens when asked. RJ saved our dog’s life and restored sanity to our lives. He is the best trainer and we are so lucky to have found him!
— Claudia Meyers