• Anthony V.

I just want to start off by saying the first time I met Mr. Grasso, he was really good about explaining how his program worked and how he goes about training his dogs. He was really nice and took his time answering all my questions before he took my dog Damien. I have to say he is probably the best trainer I know and even when you get your dog back, he still checks up on everything and makes sure it’s going well months even a year later! He is the best!

• Jane

Erich has helped our family with Bentley immensely. We were naïve to the breed and the high energy a Malinois (Belgian Shepard) possesses. Bentley was destructive, as most puppies are, despite supervision. He had to have everything in his mouth including; flip-flops, couch cushions, sticks, rocks, etc. He is extremely smart, the first time he realized that “come” meant to come inside or go in the crate he decided not to listen despite hours of coaxing, demanding, and chasing him around the yard. Multiple months of dog classes, and a “puppy star” certificate later, still Bentley found ways to reek havoc in our household. Bentley would bully our other dog, Rocky, when he wanted to play, but poor Rocky had no intentions of playing with the dog that changed the relaxing life he once knew.

• Sean & Melody F.

We are a family with six young children and live in a condo building among the skyscrapers of downtown Chicago. In our search for the family's first pet, we came across Grasso Shepherds. Overall, our experience with Erich and Grasso Shepherds was a delight and we recommend them to friends and family who are looking for an informed expert that delivers a top-notch quality product (and family member!)

• Charles C.

Erich Grasso and his Staff are wonderful. They are very knowledgeable and dedicated to both breeding and training dogs. The best part of purchasing my dog Khan from Grasso Shepards is knowing I received a quality pure bread. They are fully dedicated to what they do. The staff at Grasso Shepherds takes their work home, literally. Which makes them invaluable. I highly recommend Erich Grasso and his staff. You will not be disappointed.

• Helen G.

I recently purchased a female shepherd as a gift for my husband from Erich because I heard nothing but good things about him. "Thank You" just does not seem adequate enough to convey how we feel about his unique ability to train and care for our Delilah. We were not prepared for the enthusiasm and energy Erich had in working with Delilah. Their hands on approach differentiate them from others. We are now considering purchasing another puppy from them so that she is in good company. We would not only recommend them highly, we will strongly encourage friends and family to purchase from Erich and Travis.

• Lisa

We rescued Oswald and Erich rescued us! Oswald was a rescue lab-pit mix who needed work with his aggressive behavior towards other dogs. We were quick to realize generic "training" classes were not for us or Oswald. Erich took the time to learn what our expectations were of Oswald and what Oswald needed at first sight, literally. Erich's enthusiasm, passion, and intuitive knowledge is truly captivating and reassuring. We knew immediately Erich was a perfect fit and we refer to him as the Dog Whisperer of the Northeast. Travis, Erich's right hand is an added bonus and is someone Oswald gets to see weekly. Both he and Erich provide us tremendous support in moving forward, never leaving us in the dust as "life is always a work in progress".....we are truly blessed!

• Alessandra, Gianluca and Giorgio C.

When our Labrador Webster went to stay with Erich, he was a very loving but extremely exuberant nine month old puppy. He had been through a basic puppy training before and although he’d respond to most of the basic commands he was already so strong and so strong willed at such a young age that we were struggling to walk him without being dragged wherever he wanted. Not to mention that he loved the attention of other people so much that he would excitedly jump (with all of his 60plus puppy pounds) on anybody in sight. Erich’s training has made our life with Webster much more enjoyable. Thank you Erich!

• Randi and Jim P. - Westport, CT

Erich was recommended to us as the best dog trainer around. He lived up to that expectation and then some. In summary, engaging Erich to help us with Whiskey’s behavior was an unmitigated success. It is a pleasure for us to be a part of Whiskey’s vastly improved quality of life.

• Kathy and Mark L.

You have exceeded our expectations with your results. Gone is the scared, undisciplined puppy Travis drove away with when he picked her up for training. You can't imagine our shock when she bounded up the deck staircase the first day home. We also value the fact that you check in with us periodically to see how things are going and that you have always responded to any issues or questions we have had.

• Amy & Ian R.

When I first heard about Erich I knew that I wanted him to train our 15 month-old black lab, Bayou. Without Erich and Travis we would never have had the necessary framework to guide her as we do now. Travis and Erich, we can’t thank you enough. We are able to take Bayou anywhere we go and she behaves beautifully. I can’t tell you how many compliments we’ve gotten. We have the family member we’ve always wanted!

• Mr. & Mrs. M.

We purchased a 4 month-old Belgian Malanois from North Carolina. We took him home and found that he was extremely skittish. We found Erich and Travis through a mutual friend. After speaking with Erich, he recommended socialization training with him for a few weeks. After a few weeks with Erich and Travis, Mace returned home a new pup!!! Also, the food that Erich recommended has made a huge difference in his coat and his wellbeing....and I buy the food directly from Erich!!! Whenever I have any questions, I get the answer from Erich or Travis on the same day!!!! We love you Erich and Travis !!! Keep up the great work!!!!

• Christy and John D.

We are thrilled with the training that Sampson received from Erich. Sampson is amazing and relaxed in every situation - from a crowded soccer game to encountering new dogs along a walk. We have four young children and we couldn't be happier with the steadiness and confidence that he possesses in all situations. Erich has been instrumental in bringing Sampson to this point. Thank you Erich for all your hard work and genuine concern.

• Karen and Steve P. - Stratford, CT

We first met Erich and Travis through a close mutual friend when our shepherd puppy was having severe digestive problems. Our Vet was unable to figure out the problem and we had tried a variety of different diets over the course of months. We began to wonder whether he would be okay or not. Our friend just happened to have grown up with Erich and suggested that we give him a call. He had us start him on a new diet that turned him around in literally a couple days. He has been healthy and happy ever since. We feel very lucky to have met them when we did. We can't wait to begin expanding his training to other areas.

• Maggie B.

Our family was distraught at the idea of giving up our beloved black lab, but she had become very nervous and had bitten a couple of children. She also became very rough with our 8 month old puppy. We sought Erich's advice and after working with her he agreed that given our family life we should let her go. Erich was very sympathetic and tried hard to find a good home for her. Luckily we found just that. After our lab left, our younger dog became extremely shy. Erich came to the rescue. He took Daphne for 10 days and she came back a much more confident dog. I would recommend Erich to anyone who needs help with a dog!

• Jerome and Nadia M.

When Chloe came home after four weeks away, it was immediately obvious that she had received a first class education; her “issues” were under control. She knew the basic commands, sure, but she also understood boundaries, self-control, and most importantly her place in our family. Erich and Travis showed us how to keep up with Chloe's training. They were also wonderful with answering any questions we had quickly and thoroughly. Now Chloe can easily be walked on the busy streets of New York without becoming distracted; she can even run off-leash in the local parks with our confidence. So I suppose we’re not just happy with Erich’s work, we’re thrilled! Thank you Erich and Travis for turning our puppy into an obedient, confident, well-mannered member of our family!!

• Cody D.

Erich is a truly amazing dog trainer”. He is an absolute wealth of knowledge regarding dog behavior and will explain things to you about dogs that you didn't know existed. This guy is right on top of his game! He can and will gladly give you reasons behind everything he does with your animal and can date it back to dog history. He comes highly recommended by me, and I don't say that about just anybody. If you have issues with your pet, he will do the job with impressive, humanistic methods that a lot of us didn't know about growing up with animals.

• Nicole A.

My boyfriend and I would like to thank Erich and Travis for helping us with Daisy. She’s a white pitbull/terrier mix who was a rescue from a shelter that had found her tied to a tree. We searched for a while for a great trainer but either they didn’t train aggressive dogs or we didn’t like their techniques. Then we heard about Erich and after 5 weeks Daisy is so much better. We appreciate everything Erich and Travis did and will definitely be recommending them.

• Mark, Michele, Mark, Amelia, and Clayton D. – Shelton, CT

I just wanted to take this opportunity to thank Erich and Travis for all their help. About a year ago my family and I rescued an 8 week old pitbull/boxer mix. When Clayton came home, I thought "oh my god" what am I going to do with this little thing. One day, a client friend told me about a rescue dog she trained by Erich as a last hope and he literally saved him from being put down. I know that seems like a tall order, but Erich said he could make things better. Clayton is the best he has ever been. He has truly become part of the family. I cannot thank you guys enough. You are truly amazing.

• Jeff and Sandra B.

We rescued Murdock, a very large, strong, aggressive, dominant dog 8 months ago. After the first week with Erich and Travis, we went to see the progress Murdock was making. We were amazed and ecstatic, was this the same dog? We knew then that there was hope and Erich and Travis continued the training for the next three weeks. Finally, the day came to take Murdock home. We were so anxious to see him but nervous. What an amazing transformation. I can now confidently walk Murdock OFF leash, by myself. He is great when we introduce him to other dogs.

• Phyllis B.

RJ, our German Shepherd, had severe behavioral issues, didn't get along with other dogs, and was extremely aggressive towards anyone outside our immediate family. What made it more challenging was that RJ was 2 1/2 years old and we thought his habits were impossible to correct. When returning home from Erich's care, the change in RJ was unbelievable!! He has turned 180 degrees in a positive direction. We can now bring him anywhere with confidence and we never get tired of the compliments we hear on how well trained and behaved he is. Thank you Erich!

• Laura P.

After years of searching for a dog that could fulfill the loss of our last German Shepherd, we thought that we would just have to settle. Then we were referred to Erich, of Grasso Shepherds, by a family friend, a K-9 Officer. We were impressed at the first telephone conversation. Erich took the time to figure out which one of his dogs would best suite our family. We met with 4 dogs and chose the same one that Erich believed would be a fit - and he was right. Rocco has been an amazing addition to our family and Erich is absolutely wonderful with a gift for training dogs to suite your family’s needs.

• Kim and Mike F.

After trying multiple trainers private and group, we finally found The Dog Whisperer of Fairfield County. Erich has transformed our dog Kallie from a high strung, always ready to attack, lawsuit waiting to happen into a calm, controlled, obedient companion. Erich we can't thank enough for transforming our dog, you have changed our lives. Thank you for all of your help, you are extremely talented at what you do.

• Sue and Glenn – West Haven

My husband and I found Erich just in time! Our 1 year old German Shepherd, Simba, was beginning to show signs of aggression and become over protective of me. We gradually lost our position as pack leader and Simba assumed that role. Erich brought Simba to his home and trained him for every situation we would possibly encounter. Glenn and I confidently recommend Erich as a trainer, one who knows dogs and “trains people” to raise healthy and confident dogs.

• Mark and Jeannie F.

The training she received from you has risen above our expectations. The care and attention we have received from you, even after Nessie spent her time with you has been excellent. We now have a dog that comes when called, stays near us at the beach and on walks in the woods, plays well with other dogs and is mild mannered around friends and strangers. Thank you so much for all you have done for us!!!!! Our dog is a happy, healthy and obedient "dog by Erich"!!!!

• Alana E.

Grasso is an amazing dog trainer. I highly recommend him. He not only is a wonderful trainer but he also takes time to teach you how to properly interact and train your dog. At the end of our lessons I felt confident in my ability to continue Erich's work. I really feel that Erich works miracles.

• Ashley Freeman & Alex N.

Three large dogs and two people in a tiny studio apartment? Sounds crazy, and it would have been if not for Erich and Travis! We are so fortunate to have found Erich and Travis, and have worked with them for over six years. We look forward to working with them for years to come and enjoy the benefits of their training and care every day. We refer them all the time. There is no challenging behavior, case of aggression they cannot correct, or skill they cannot teach. Thanks, Erich and Travis for all your hard work, care, and knowledge!

• Pat A.

I wanted to thank Erich for the training and care you provided Sloane, my 6 month old (Johnson American Bulldog Puppy). She’s been home only a for only 2 weeks now but the changes in her attitude to follow directions are as sound as the day I picked her up at your home. She enjoys performing the commands and other material you taught her during her time with you. Her mental focus and dedication to her training is truly impressive. The investment in Sloane’s training is something that will definitely stay with her throughout her lifetime and well worth it. Thank you again!!!

• Patty and Gino V.

In the past 7 years, we have purchased 2 German Shepherds from Erich, both amazing animals. The most recent addition to our family is Boo. He is stunning, energetic, sound, intelligent, affectionate and full of fun. Erich carefully selected him for our family and helped us successfully integrate Boo into our household of 6 people, 3 dogs (now 4) and 2 cats. Erich’s expertise and extensive knowledge has exceeded our expectations! Erich’s dogs are unsurpassable!

• Derek and Helen

I want to thank you for the excellent training you provided for our German Shepard Cali. As you know Helen and I have instilled in her a very engaging, friendly and sociable (dog and human) personality. As we gave your our precious “diva” we were concerned that this would perhaps change. Quite the contrary! Cali has acquired the skills and behavior that we dared to wish for. She is happy and focused. I know that her time with you will stand her in good stead for the rest of her life. The comments we get from other dog owners fills us with pride.

• Melissa C.

Our dog, Petie is a pitbull and he is pretty hyper!! My husband got him as a puppy and when he was young he was the victim of a very bad attack from another dog, he almost died.. Since then he has never been the same. Great, great great dog but not animal friendly at all. Then we found Erich. He took Petie in for training and I knew the first time we met him that he would take care of Petie like he was his own. When he came back to us I barely recognized him!! His diet was different, he was using a crate and he listened! I would recommend Erich to anyone I know having problems or that has a new pet, we will definitely use him again in the future!

• Kathy C.

What a wonderful companion you have sent back to me. Troop's days of jumping on tables, eating carpets, and escaping though any fence opening is over. Thanks to you he has transformed into an intent listener of commands who wants to do the right thing. He still has his sense of humor and puppy silliness, for which I am so thankful.

• Mitchell D.

I am writing to express my sincere appreciation for all that you have done with the training of our golden retriever, Raleigh. As you know, my wife and I were really struggling with Raleigh, and we were considering whether we made the right decision in having a puppy. After four weeks with you and your staff, we were thrilled with the results and Raleigh is now truly a part of our family. You were responsive to all of my inquiries, and I appreciated being updated on her progress while she was with you. You have made a difference in our lives, and I am extremely grateful.

• Mr. & Mrs. H.

Erich Grasso & Arek our #4 child! Our family now has a dog that says hello in the morning, wants to run with us after balls and Frisbees in the afternoon, and snuggle with us in the evenings. Erich Grasso called us every day for the first week, checking on how things were going. Arek makes us feel good every day. From the first night he was in our home Arek was ours. Erich Grasso called us every day for the first week, checking on how things were going. Each call was just the reassurance a first time dog owners family needed.

• Lisa C., D.C

Erich has done fabulous work with my dogs. I brought two puppies to Eric, and he turned very cute but annoying, misbehaved puppies into well-behaved potty-trained dogs. Since my husband and I are busy and do not have the time to train the dogs, it was well worth the investment with Eric. He has a special gift and works quickly and meticulously with his training. He has made our life with our dogs much more pleasurable.

• Lyn and Rob

Ansel is our now 16 month old GSD. He is a dominant strong willed dog. He had issues with wanting to chase cars and would go completely Cujo at the sight of another dog. It took every ounce of my strength to keep him from getting away from me on both counts. At about the age of 4 ½ months, we tried puppy classes to increase his socialization skills. Then we found Erich. He has been working with us and Ansel since March. Before the end of his first visit, Ansel was walking calmly next to one of Erich’s dogs. Thank you Erich and Travis for teaching us the skills to continue the work you have done with Ansel. We can’t wait to start the phase of his training, protection.

• Allison and Jason B. - New York City

Amazing!!! Our puppy spent almost 2 weeks with Erich and all we can see is it was amazing! Our puppy came back so well trained! We are still in shock! Erich was so easy to deal with and kept us posted throughout the training period. We highly recommend Erich!

• Jane H.

I did not believe my dog could listen to me or stop eating out of the garbage, but after 2 weeks with Erich, I can easily stop her from going near the garbage with just my voice...she listens to me! She also stays when I tell her to, which is literally shocking to all that knew her before her trip to Erich's farm. She even looks at me differently. I can feel the respect she has for me now that Erich taught me how to talk to her.

• Sean and Melody F.

We are a family with six young children and live in a condo building among the skyscrapers of downtown Chicago. In our search for the family's first pet, we came across Grasso Shepherds. Obviously we come with certain unique needs such as the ability for our pet to live in an urban environment as well as deal well with many people. At our first visit, Erich listened to and understood our situation and immediately began a search for the perfect addition to our family. He found our "Boon" and began training her accordingly. He did so with precision, professionalism and thorough care. Overall, our experience with Erich and Grasso Shepherds was a delight and we recommend them to friends and family who are looking for an informed expert that delivers a top-notch quality product (and family member!)

• Enith and Caesar C.

We met Erich through a mutual friend of ours who recommended Erich as we were looking to train our pitbull puppy. We were truly impressed when we met Erich; he truly has a great instinct with animals. He did an amazing job with our dog; he not only trained the dog but he also trained us as to how to keep up with the techniques he taught Samson. Our dog loves Erich and the things Erich has taught our dog has truly helped out our family, especially with a new a baby at home.

• Phil and Karen

We have Rena, a German Shepherd from Slovakian lines, who is now 4 years old. As a puppy we took her to puppy socialization and basic obedience classes. She was initially very timid towards other dogs but soon turned into a bully. We first learned of Erich when Rena was about 2 years old. In September 2008 Erich evaluated Rena at a park in Shelton, CT. During his evaluation Rena acted very fearful and aggressive towards him. His comment was that he could help Rena overcome her fears. Erich took Rena that day to begin her rehabilitation. With Erich's help, the size of Rena's world has expanded tremendously.

• Frank M.

I adopted Uma from a local no-kill shelter in November of 2009. Uma was a hearing impaired 4 month old Pit-bull who had been surrendered to the shelter a month earlier. Erich and Travis worked with Uma for approximately two weeks sending me frequent updates and even pictures via text messaging indicating Uma’s progress and welfare along the way. The frequent communication was really important to me as I began to get the feeling that the emotional rollercoaster I had been on with Uma was going to have a good ending. Erich and Travis explained in full detail the work that they had been doing with Uma over the past two weeks as well as demonstrated what to do in specific situations. Uma is a work in progress as any Pit-Bull owner can appreciate and it is reassuring to know if any future problems arise Erich and Travis are there to help.

• Victoria G.

I was in awe of the dedication and great skill Erich has brought to the art of dog training. Erich helped change my nervous, aggressive Shiloh Shepherd, CeCe into a more controlled and relaxed animal on leash within a short period of time. He not only taught my Shepherd to become a more balanced dog, he also showed me how to recognize her body language and change her behaviors. Erich also helped me correct my boxer’s gastrointestinal problems by switching his kibble diet to a raw one.

• Patrick and Vilma B.

We wanted to let you know how much of a difference our friends and family have noticed in Zach. The responses across the board have been, "he is such a good dog", "wow, he is much calmer" and so on. We appreciate the miracle you worked with our dog. He has such a high drive & has been constantly testing us & becoming more & more difficult to handle. The difference is night & day. For the first time in two years, I was able to walk him. It was a pleasure not to be dragged by my dog!! He goes into his crate without fail every night, he barks less and he actually comes when we call him. Who knew that there was an obedient dog hiding in Zach!

• Laura B.

Erich Grasso is quite simply the most knowledgeable and competent dog professional I have ever met. He's helped me to train my dogs (train me, actually!) and takes superlative care of them whenever I travel without them. He has made life-changing suggestions regarding diet and nutrition. I have three dogs, ages 1, 4 and 15 and it amazes me the way they respond to him. I believe Erich quite literally saved the life of my 15 year-old after he was diagnosed with Cushing's Disease. If you have Erich Grasso in your dog's life, consider yourself not only lucky, but in the best possible hands. We refer to him as our very own "Dog Whisperer!

• Robyn B.

Sending Mickey to work with Erich has been one of the best things we could have done for him. Mickey left our house a good dog with no boundaries, he was a picky eater, and acted destructively when left at home by himself. Erich was able to get Mickey back on to a healthy diet that would allow him to gain the weight that he needed along with other food additives that would keep his joints healthy. Erich was also able to advise us and diagnose Mickey’s “growing pains” prior to anything that our veterinarian had even noticed. I am not sure how Erich was able to transform Mickey from where he was to where he is now, but I am really amazed and very grateful. Thank You Erich!

• Gerry P.

I just wanted to write you to tell you what miracles you have worked with my dog Blue and to thank you. In the few short days you had him you changed him from a dog that would actually foam at the mouth and attack any dog he saw to a dog that will walk calmly by any dog we meet. I think the ultimate behavior I have to thank you for is the fact that when there is another dog around and Blue is off leash, he will actually come when I call him and no longer barks, snarls and tries to bite the other dog. I'm actually comfortable enough to walk with him off leash. I would recommend your training to anyone.

• Stew D.

When I spoke with you by phone, I knew immediately that you were different from and far better than all the other people I had spoken with about my search for a great dog. Your answers were clear and honest, and it was obvious to me that you were a true expert regarding the breed. After our first conversation, I decided then and there to work only with you on my search. Erich, I can’t thank you enough for finding Rex for me, and for all the help you have provided along the way. You have provided excellent advice to me, and have been honest, easy to work with, and a true expert regarding the German Shepherd dog. Best of all, you found the perfect dog for me.

• Lee H.

After two bad experiences with other trainers, I sent my Yellow Lab to Erich Grasso. "Benjamin" became this well behaved dog and fell in love with Erich. Erich is a "Miracle Worker" as far as I am concerned. He has made my time with "Ben" so much more enjoyable and when I board him with Erich; Ben just loves to be with him and I know he is in good hands and happy.

• Effi A.

I bought 2 German Shepherds over the course of 8 years from Erich and have had them trained by him as well. My female, Mia, is trained so perfectly that I really rarely need even a collar and her focus on me is hard to put into words. She is also protection trained, but is completely safe. The loyalty is amazing, as these are my first German shepherds. As a business owner, I am in touch with a lot of people and have been recommending him for over 7 years now with consistent results. He has exceptional dogs and can train the toughest of dogs as I have seen personally!

• Dorothy L.

Having been in the grooming business for almost 24 years, and worked in several different locations, I have come across thousands of dogs. In that time I had yet to come across a German Shepherd that truly impressed me. When I met Erich Grasso I was thoroughly impressed with the quality of his shepherds. Being able to put your hands on his dogs during the grooming process you can feel how stable the structure of the dog is. Having seen upwards of 50 or so from Erich, I can honestly say the temperaments of each and every dog are outstanding. I love to see who Erich has coming in next and can say that I will get my next dog through no one else but Erich!

• Nancy R.

I have a one year old, 65lb, male black lab who is a very friendly dog but extremely headstrong as well as physically strong. I was having more and more difficulty controlling the dogs and the kids didn't want to be around him. Erich Grasso took the dog to his home for four weeks. The transformation in the behavior of the dog is astounding. Erich trained the dog to be obedient and eager and happy to follow orders. I was concerned about the transition from Erich being in charge to me being in charge, but it is working quite well. Erich has answered all my questions and made himself available as often as necessary to help the dog and me make the transition. I recommend Erich highly to anyone who wants a well-trained happy dog.

• Carol and Richard J.

I want to thank you for the excellent training you provided for our German Shepard Cali. As you know Helen and I have instilled in her a very engaging, friendly and sociable (dog and human) personality. As we gave your our precious “diva” we were concerned that this would perhaps change. Quite the contrary! Cali has acquired the skills and behavior that we dared to wish for. She is happy and focused. I know that her time with you will stand her in good stead for the rest of her life. The comments we get from other dog owners fills us with pride.It has been three weeks since you returned Jake to us. In May of 2006 my wife acquiesced in my desire to obtain a German Shepherd. Erich visited us to observe Jake in his home and took him for four days so that he could socialize him and observe him interacting with other dogs. What a thrill we have had since you returned him to our home. The transformation in his behavior defies description. Jake is now a well-behaved, loving, and social dog. I cannot thank Erich enough for not only what he has achieved with him, but also what he has done for us.

• Gregory M.

It was my please to write this letter of recommendation on behalf of Erich Grasso. Prior to contacting Erich, I brought my dog-aggressive pit-bull mix, Lucy, to a six-week obedience class and then had two other trainers come to my home to evaluate her. At the dog obedience class, Lucy was able to learn all of the commands and graduate but the trainers could not help me get her better behaved around other dogs. When I spoke to Erich, however, he informed me of his success working with aggressive dogs and that he knew he could help me with Lucy. This positive, can-do attitude is why I chose Erich to train her. Although Lucy is still a work in progress, I am now able to walk her side by side with a few different dogs. With Erich's continued help, I know one day we'll get her to be a perfect dog.

• Barbara T. - Stratford, CT

I was introduced to Erich and Travis in January 2009 through a mutual friend. They were highly recommended in the field of dog training. Erich and Travis came to my home to evaluate my 7 month old Australian shepherd and to assess the environment in which he lived. They initially took Nate for one day and taught him how to walk on a leash. I then hired them to train Nate for a total of 12 days in which they addressed several behavioral problems and ultimately rectified them all. I was completely satisfied with the service they provided including the care and concern they displayed toward my pet, their expertise in nutritional guidance and education, and their diligence and commitment in meeting my needs as a client and dog owner.

• Tammy B.

When I first adopted Mucca he was an unruly, very dog aggressive headstrong pit-bull who had just had major hip surgery after being hit by a car. During this training period I also had an opportunity to express my concerns regarding Mucca's dietary needs. Knowing his surgical history, Erich recommended a raw diet as the best approach to promoting overall structural health, strengthening the integrity of Mucca's joints and eliminating his dry and flaky skin. After just under two months on the raw food diet, Mucca's skin problems have virtually disappeared and he has transformed from a slightly underweight dogs with restricted joint movement to a lean and healthy pit bull. I am truly thankful to Erich and Freshly Fed Pets for providing my dog with the foundations for a healthy future.

• Dan O - Shelton, CT

When I first met Erich Grasso and his cousin Travis I had a very high strung 8 month old Golden Retriever "Mikey". Mikey was to fill a void I had when I had to put down my beloved 16 year old Golden "Mickey". Mikey had gone to obedience school before Erich and Travis and frankly neither one of us got anything from it. Once Erich and Travis got a hold of Mikey he became a different puppy. They worked him in steps from being a dog that would pull you along on a leash to one who now walks off leash. He's a very happy dog and I am a very happy dog owner. They are the best in the business.

• Carol R. - Bridgeport, CT

In the spring of 2000, I received a 9 month old female American Pit Bull Terrier as a gift from a friend. At home, she was a loving, well-behaved house pet, but outdoors she became a troublesome, unfriendly animal who acted very aggressively toward other dogs. Despite the efforts of three different trainers over the next year she remained unchanged. Then I heard about Erich through a friend and decided to make a fourth attempt. He broke her out of her aggressiveness and taught her basic obedience as well. Now she is a normal, active dog running free and playing with other dogs and loving it. All I can say is Erich proved to be a Godsend for me.

• Mr. & Mrs. S - Fairfield, CT

The terms, Stable yet Protective might almost be an understatement for what Grasso Shepherds has to offer... Erich possesses expertise regarding training, along with nutrition. I have known Erich for 4 years and purchased a German Shepherd from him about 3 years ago. I brought Emma home at 4 years old 4 weeks pregnant; blindly jumping into a potential mess. What an amazing experience it turned out to be, delivering 6 beautiful German Shepherd puppies. I was extremely satisfied with Erich's service, and extensive knowledge of raising and training the puppies. I can't imagine my life without Emma and I am so grateful to have met Erich because what he has given me is perfectly priceless.

• Satisfied Client!

Our 4 year old English Cocker Spaniel fell into a rut of common misbehavior - non stop barking, getting into the trash, taking food out of our 2 year old son's hands, etc. Erich picked up our dog, trained him for 2 weeks and returned him back to us in a different state. Not only did he train our dog but he then spent an hour or two walking us through each of the issues and 'training' us on how to maintain this positive behavior.

• Al, Stephanie, Ashley, Jessica & Al Jr

We have been training with Erich for more than a year now and its become a hobby. I've seen Erich train and handle close to 40 or 50 different dogs and its amazing the way he works with them and how they respond to him. I have recommended many of my family and friends who are very pleased with the service and professionalism he provides. Erich has really gained are trust and now the whole family has a new hobby.

• Sally and Roger

Sasha is doing very well. In general she seems calmer, more relaxed than before her training. We have taken here to Central Park several times, and she responds very well to commands when she is off leash. Sally and I are both very pleased with the results.