Testimonials

By: Animal Education Pty Ltd

Belinda Gehringer
Gympie
Queensland 4570

20 May 2006

 

To Whom it May Concern,

 

Have you ever been robbed?

 

Well, we have, and I can tell you it’s not a nice feeling.

 

Kate Butterworth from Animal Education is where we purchased our two Shepherds. Both dogs are fully trained in both Obedience and Protection.

 

We would highly advise anyone to purchase dogs from Animal Education. The training of these animals is second to none.

We both thank Kate for her help and our two dogs, Holly and Czar.

 

Yours sincerely,
 

Belinda Gehringer

 

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Our new addition to the family is Leo (the standard daschund).

As our dogs first meeting didn't go so well we were quite concerned about how to go about introducing them again.

After talking to and just one meeting with Kate, we were both amazed how much we learnt and how relaxed we soon became.

Our dogs are now feeling much more comfortable about sharing their home with Leo. Thanks Kate.

 

Bob & Kristine Crawford

 

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I am a single mother of two, living on a somewhat isolated property, and after separating from a violent partner, was advised by my family to look into getting a guard dog.

 

After reading the Animal Education advertisement in the local paper, I discussed it with my family, and it was decided that I would drive to Gympie to check it out.

 

I have to admit to being somewhat wary of buying a trained guard dog, having visions of uncontrollable aggressive dogs that would terrify my children.

 

After meeting Kate, and realising that here was someone who knew what she was talking about, my fears were somewhat put to rest.

Then I met Tequila. I have to say that the friendly dog I met bore no resemblance to any guard dog I have ever seen or heard about. She was very well-trained and obedient, but I had definite qualms about whether she would actually do the job.

 

Well, we came home after several sessions of training together, and she fitted into our family like she belonged here. She very quickly gained my complete trust, proving herself to be unfailingly obedient, never aggressive towards us, and always alert and watchful. She was excellent with the kids, a lovely dog to have around, but still I wondered about her capabilities.

 

Then my ex had the stupidity to try to climb over the gate. Tequila flew at him when he started screaming abuse at me, and she latched onto his arm before he got his leg over the gate. There was no hesitation on her part - someone was threatening her Mum and she was going to protect me.

 

From that day onward, I have had no doubt whatsoever that she will indeed protect me and my children, and we all feel completely safe here at all times. The ex has not returned. Tequila has also deterred another unwanted visitor, with no guidance or anything from me, so she is worth her weight in gold.

 

I doubt that we would have continued to live here without this dog being here with us, so I can only thank Kate for doing such a brilliant job of training this beautiful animal, who not only protects us, but is a valued family member.

 

I have complete faith that, wherever Tequila is on the property at any time, I only have to call her once and she will immediately come to me. She has protected my children from feral dogs on two occasions, and woe betide anyone who tries to get in here at night.

 

Even well-known family members refuse to come near the gate after dark.

She is an excellent dog, and a credit to her trainer.

 

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I purchased my first Kate Butterworth trained personal protection dog after recommendations from other clients of Kates, due to the fact I was having trouble with a very dangerous stalker. This man had served several jail sentences over assults to myself and the police pretty much considered him to be very dangerous and unstoppable.

 

As i was living on my own at the time I was pretty vunerable...that is until i purchased Jackson. Jackson is a purebred Rottweiler and was specifically trained by Kate to suit my circumstances...which is that I needed a hard dog that would protect me but also a dog gentle enough not to eat my chihuahuas...and friendly enough to cope with endless visitors as I am an entertainer in a band and have a heavy social life.

 

Jackson fitted the bill (and still does)to perfection. He not only saved my life on two occassions...once when said stalker entered my property and physically attacked my friends, the only reason he gained entry to property was because I stupidly had Jackson locked up as there were a lot of people driving in and out that night, after knocking two of my visitors to the ground the stalker then turned his attention to Jackson in his cage, who was barking hysterically and trying to get out..the stalker started kicking at the door of Jacksons cage and yelling he would cut his throat in front of me and "lets see how tough your dog is".

 

Well he found out. Jackson came out at a great rate of knots and grabbed the guy on the arm, dragging him to the ground and holding him until the Police got there. The guy ended up with 45 stitches in his arm and another jail sentence. It is the opinion of myself, my friends and the Police that were it not for Jackson, someone may well have been killed that night. This is documented by Police and also made the newspapers.

 

Unfortunately that was not the last time Jackson had to step in with this guy. After that night, whilst the idiot was in jail, I packed up and moved north about 600kms. Learning my lesson, I never locked Jackson up, in fact I then had him in the house with me the majority of the time.

 

One night whilst in the shower, I heard Jackson growl at the bathroom door, he was in the bathroom with me. I went to investigate, thinking it was my nephew who was living with me coming home, but no, it was once again the said stalker in my lounge room with a knife in his hand, telling me "this was the last night of my life", once more Jackson sprung into action and the guy was returned to jail. I owe that dog everything.

 

I recently purchased Pylot, another trained Rottweiler from Kate, as Jackson is getting old now but still does his job. I can't bear the thought of not being that well protected as this idiot is once again on the loose. Pylot fits into the family as well as Jackson and is just as loved. I cannot recommend highly enough how well Kates dogs do their job.....but then again I am living proof when you think about it.

 

Sue Howard (FLAME)

P.S.I would happily answer any questions regarding this recommendation.

 

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Dear Kate

 

Thanks for my first day at school, I reeeeally enjoyed it. More importantly though, thanks for educating my oldies.

 

At last I know what they are talking about and what they want me to do. I even come when I am called now which makes them verrrrrry happy with me.

 

I'm really looking forward to learning all the neat things you have up your sleeve to teach me and the oldies in the future.

 

I love making the oldies happy with me cos I get lots of pats and cuddles.

 

Thanks again Kate.

Lots of love Skipper

 

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You might want to check the dogs at your place and make sure they are all present and correct. I think I left Amber there and brought home a different dog!! It is unbelievable the difference in her, and so far I haven't had to use any correction because she is 100% focused on me and what I'm going. Just as long as all the praise doesn't go to head. If I had a bottomless bank account I would be making regular visits to your place forever.

 

Thanks

 

Leslye