Tom Porier
Tom Porier is a life-long dog lover and advocate. Growing up, and throughout his life, Tom was always the “go to” guy when friends, neighbors, or people associated with his various dog activities needed help our guidance with dog training issues. After an extremely successful career in the hospitality industry, Tom decided to combine his love, and intuitive knowledge of dogs, with his customer service experience, as well as his genuine desire to help people and improve their quality of life, and start Camelot Dog Training.
Training Philosophy
Camelot Dog Training believes in commitment-based training, which means as long as you commit, we commit. Whether it takes a day or a year for you to meet your training goals, we will make ourselves available to you. And no matter what the timeframe, you only pay one flat fee.
Services
Camelot Dog Training offers professional, in-home dog training throughout the state of Connecticut. They offer a variety of services, including:
- Puppy training
- Basic obedience
- Behavior modification
- Aggression training
- Anxiety training
- Leash training
- Cribs and Canines (dog training for new parents)
Certifications
Tom Porier is a CGC Evaluator through the AKC. He is also a member of Canine Trade Group, an exclusive network of experienced, professional dog trainers.
Specializations
Camelot Dog Training specializes in working with dogs of all ages and breeds, including those with aggression, anxiety, and other behavioral issues. They also offer puppy training and basic obedience programs.
Training Methods
Camelot Dog Training uses a reward-based, obedience training protocol that provides a solid foundation for all of their programs. They also use a variety of other methods, including desensitization, socialization, and behavior modification.
Customer Reviews
Tim & Laura: With the utmost gratitude, thank you so much for your lessons, services and time. Both Lauren and I are so happy with the progress Molly has shown over these past few months. We are so pleased to have learned so much from our time together and it has only helped strengthen our bond with Molly. We will be applying the skills we have developed through your training throughout the remainder of Molly's life. It is clear that not only have we learned to become better parents to Molly but also she has learned immeasurable skills that have positively impacted her life. And while we have the utmost confidence in both ourselves and Molly, the comfort of any needed support in the future is truly unique and special.
Joseph G.: Hef is doing pretty well. There have been no hints of aggression with the kids at all. We have been able to introduce a cat back in the house. She doesn't like him, but he isn't showing any more than rambunctious curiosity to sniff her out. He's minding his jumping and greeting overall. I can't say he is perfect but for the bit of effort he's improved a lot and the Major goals have been met. We've had a few doggie encounters and he's done amazing with those.
I am very happy with the service you provided. I can't say that I have been 100% the best at practicing the principals daily but correction and praise is consistent and we can function normally again.
Heather of VCA New London Animal Hospital: I'm so glad that we have you as one of the cards to pull out of our sleeves. You have truly been a great resource and our clients have been very pleased with your services and commitment. Oh, and you bring us good treats! 😉 Oh yeah, we're food motivated too!
Jamie D.: Sherman is doing so well! Evan and I now use the phrase 'incident free walk'. I cannot thank you enough. You gave me the dog I always knew Sherman could be. I would love for you to take a walk with us one day. Just give me a call when you are in the neighborhood!
Sunnie S.: Tom is a miracle worker. We are so grateful to him for helping us integrate our new baby girl into our “pack” when our dog Sophie was not so sure about her! We highly recommend him for any issue you might be having.
Stephen T.: Tom was a great trainer and helped us so much with our puppy. Bella would steal things and had bad resource guarding. We were so worried that she would steal a baby sock or something and have a hard time when it came for my wife and I to have a baby. Well the training with Tom worked great and now we have a 7 week old newborn and our dog is great with the baby and listens to all of her commands and hasn't stolen one thing from the baby!
Thanks Tom for your help! Bella misses you!
Anthony C.: Tom at Camelot is absoluteky one of the best trainers i have ever had the pleasure of meeting. I have a 1 1/2 year old female German Shepherd. She is a very high energy dog and was having a hard time controlling her let alone training her. It was so bad we were about to give up. I had already seen two other trainers to no avail. Tom came in and had my doubts but he didn't give up on us as he promised in the beginning. It was a process and have to say that Tom's words were absolutely true. Trainign of any dog is about 95 % abiut the owner and 5% about the dog. Today my Chloe is trainied and obeys commands the first time. Thank you Tom for changing our lives. I would highley recommend Tom for anyone that wants a great trainer, you won't regret it.
Steve F.: After three meetings with Tom, our trainer, we are extremely pleased with the quality and overall progress of our training experience. Tom is great to work with and so far has thoroughly explained and demonstrated each step in the four part training program. Using his methodology and employing his techniques has already made a big difference in the behavior of our dog. We would definitely recommend Camelot Dog Training to anyone seeking professional help with their dogs’ behavior issues.
Heidi of VCA New London Animal Hospital: Thank you Tom! Always good to have a success story and I think we make great partners! Also, thank you for the wonderful goodies you brought by last week….they were very well received by the staff!!!
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