Thank you so much for your thoughts. Since my experience with the awful trainer 8 months ago I have done a TON of reading and studying on the dog training subject. It has helped me understand my dog so much better. But, there is always more to learn! I am excited to work with the trainer I have found. She uses truly positive techniques and is the first person I've talked to who allows the use of a harness. I hate even using a collar on him because he pulls so hard when he gets stressed and freaked out. She uses purely positive techniques and that is what we need. I am excited to get started and do not plan on giving up on my little guy anytime soon