I will look forward to hearing about your progress.  I have a 5 month old that may wind up getting a trainer.  He is so loving but a con-man that knows how to soften me up when he has done something he knows better than doing.  He was easy to pee-pad train so I know he is a smart little guy --- just need to rein him in a bit.  
 
  
Best of luck to you, Maddie, and your trainer!