Dawn has amazing awareness of breed capabilities and traits. We now know and understand this breed and ways to obtain goals. Dawn loves these dogs and has been an excellent trainer.”
Kate Martin & Gaston
Mattituck, New York

I didn’t believe I could train a dog…Dawn taught me how. This is one of the results, I think it’s amazing.”
Mike Alvino
Riverhead, New York

“I got an unruly little Pomeranian puppy for my birthday, perfectly adorable but a menace! As a first time dog owner I had no idea how to deal with the barking, separation anxiety or where to begin with “potty training”. If it were not for Dawn my puppy and I would still be at odds, but with her instruction and gentle approach he is now the favorite family member! highly recommend Dawn for your dog and your sanity will be in expert hands.”

“Dawn connected to me and my dog immediately and offered several strategies to relieve her severe anxiety. She made me feel confident in what I am doing and I know I can reach out to her any time for advice. She is very knowledgable about dogs and very compassionate in her training. I highly recommend Coast Dogs Training.”

Lisa and Osiris

Southold NY

“I was desperate for help with our terrier mix getting acclimated to a new home and tried calling multiple places in the area. Not only was Dawn was one of the first trainers to get back to me but she was extremely generous with her knowledge.  Providing some tips on the phone before we committed to hiring her.  We were pleased with how very honest and empathetic she was to our situation. That combined with her knowledge/personality and follow up made it one of the best investments we’ve made. She’s genuinely interested in the well being of everyone involved”.
Krista P.
Sarasota, Florida

“For anyone who wants to better their relationship with their dog. Whether its basic manners, or helping a reactive dog cope with their environment, Dawn takes the time to get to know each dogs talents and quirks and teaches you how to use them. Her methods are humane, soundly based, fun, and get results, without being tedious. Dawn is one of the most professional, talented, dedicated, trainers I have had the pleasure to work with.” 

Elissa Miles Schlick

Groom and Gear, Mattatuck, New York.

“Dawn came in our house, barely saia hello to us, sat on the floor with our English Bulldog ‘Truman’ and made a friend for life. She’s an amzing trainer!
We had 6 one hour sessions over 6 weeks and every time she came, she had Truman learning something new and was teaching us how to train him at the same time. I doubt you will find a better and more patient trainer than Dawn.
Truman would sit at the door and whimper as he watched her drive away, then would literally vibrate with happiness when she came to the door the following week. You can’t ask for a better recommendation than that.”

James B

East Quogue, NY

“Highly skilled dog trainer adept at damaged dogs, basic skills or advanced training. Really enjoyed working with her. She gets to know a dog before starting the training so it’s not one size fits all, very customized based on the dogs issues and personality. You can’t go wrong using her.”

Leslie Benway & Kayla

Cutchogue, New York

“Dawn is a wonderful teacher. Having been a teacher myself, I recognize good teaching methods. She gave so much helpful information and provided the written support for review. My dog loved her and you know a dog knows good when he sees it.”
Sherry L and Sailor

Hampton Bays

“I will never forget the look on Macs face when you took him before the class.  He only had eyes for you. No person or dog was in the room as far as he was concerned. That left me in awe I guess. I have used what you taught  me with my other dogs and its like magic. But it’s not. It’s teaching with kindness and it works.” 

Tammy and Mac

Riverhead, New York.