Testimonials

"Seeing the changes in Henry since we started training has been one of the most rewarding things for me. Two years ago, our neighbors on Camano had a wedding on our compound. They had a party the night before and a brunch the day after. Henry was terrified of everyone and would bark and growl when people approached him. We ended up keeping him inside most of the weekend because it was too much for him. He is such a sweet, loving soul. He is just so tender and it broke my heart to see him afraid of everything and everyone. Last weekend, we had a going away party for a friend in the same location and there were many people I’d never met before. Henry was running up the driveway greeting each new arrival. He was going to them and accepting petting. We did tell people just to scratch under his chin. He’s still funny about hands over his head. But I almost cried! To see him happy and relaxed around new people, in a party setting, was wonderful. And to contrast with a couple of years ago was amazing! Is he still sensitive? Yes. Is he still fearful in new situations? Yes. Will we ever trial? I hope so, but if we don’t, that’s ok. He’s having fun and gaining so much confidence doing Nose work and it’s a great bonding experience for us. I think K9 Nose Work is like magic! "

Rachel & Henery
September, 2024

"My dog and I have really enjoyed our K9 Nose Work classes with Pritamo! Her enthusiasm for the sport is catching and her eye for seeing and giving positive feedback for what works best for each team is exceptional. She has turned me into a real K9 Nose Work enthusiast and I am always telling anyone who is interested in the benefits for the dog! "

Connie & Zelda
May, 2019

"K9 Nose Work has been a godsend for me and my 12 and 1/2 year old cattle dog, Grace. We started classes with Pritamo when Grace was 5 years old, for the sole purpose of continued socialization and giving her something fun and confidence-building to do. I never intended to actually compete in trials. But Pritamo warned us that this wonderful sport was addicting, and she was right! With the great foundation work we received from Pritamo's classes, we were hooked in no time. From there it was all over but the sniffin'! Who'da thunk that my little red "fraidy dog" would one day earn her Elite 3 title?! And we're both still hooked, so on to ELT-CH! Good Girl, Grace!"

Sherry & Grace
May, 2019

"My 6.5 year old toy poodle Maggie has been quite shy since she was a puppy. Participating in K9 Nose Work class has changed her intro a different girl. She is now much more confident, outgoing and friendly and she LOVES her Nose Work!"

Colleen
May, 2019

"K9 nosework has been a game-changer for me and my crew. Both dogs absolutely love our practices, and I have noticed a tangible difference (pretty much night and day) in the bond between Pell and me. We had a bond to begin with, but this is different - I feel like we're partners and I get to support and learn from her in "her world". She's gained a lot of confidence, really loves being a leader, and I swear I see pride in her eyes and in how she carries herself, especially at the end of a successful search!"

Tania & Kokopelli
May, 2019

"Thank you so much for a wonderful Intro to K9 Nose Work and for accepting Tully in the class. Not everyone has been so willing in the past to work with my dogs and I can't begin to thank you enough for taking us on. It has been the most wonderful experience so far for both dogs!"

Looking forward to the next class!!"

Laura & Tully
August, 2014

"We had so much fun and Lola was exhausted!! Just what we need, mental challenge. Thanks!"

Lisa
February, 2013

"Thank you Pritamo for a great workshop! I was especially grateful for your individual approach to each new concept. Neeko was the most at ease I have ever seen him in a dog training enviroment."

Leann

"I want to thank you so much for the classes. They have completely changed my relationship with Shadow. He has become such a responsive little guy, a real pleasure. Thank you so much."

Mary Kay

"I hoped that Agility Classes would spark up my 12 1/2 yr old depressed Norfolk terrier. She lost her mouse hunting job when we moved from the country to the city. It is truly amazing what this class did for us. Suky is engaged in life once again. She has abandoned the couch and is running, jumping, and chasing through the tunnel. Which of course means I am more active and having a pile of fun! Pritamo is a fabulous teacher, guiding us through the classes, making the entire process a joy."

Shelly & Suky
June 2010

"Jake and Vara say that Pritamo is the best instructor of dogs and owners in Seattle!"

Dick & Lyn

"Agility training yuki was a very good learning experience for both parties. we have taught her new things which we keep practicing and everyone is so impressed when they can see what she is capable of doing and how well she listens. shaping your dog is such an important task to take on, and really allows the dog to think for itself. i'm very glad i joined the Agility Foundation Class with FunQuest."

Juliet, Jack & Yuki
Comments on Agility One - Focus on Foundation Class - June, 2010

"Grace and I both enjoyed our Agility classes at FunQuest. They were a great experience for bonding and teamwork, and really helped build her confidence from the "fraidy dog" she was when I adopted her. I didn't anticipate that Agility skills would transfer to other arenas, but as you can see from this photo, she's gained a lot of confidence in tree-climbing too!"

Sherry K & Grace
Comments following Agility Class levels 1, 2 & 3 with FunQuest

"Great Class"

"I am new to the agility world but cannot imagine having a better teacher/trainer than Pritamo. Lots of good fun with superb hand-outs that follow up on the class work and keep you on a path of learning. Great Experience!"

Jeri Childs
Review of A1 - Agility Prep - FOCUS ON FOUNDATION, January 19, 2010

"Great Classes"

"It's now been about a year since I started taking agility classes with Pritamo. I really like her positive approach to training. She has such helpful tips and takes the time to observe each dog and handler individually. My dog and I have done lots of formal training with different trainers - obedience, rally, and Delta Society training. He and I have enjoyed these classes the most of all."

Amanda Keerbs
Review of A1 - Agility Prep - FOCUS ON FOUNDATION, January 12, 2010

"Great Class!"

"Good foundation work builds a relationship between owner and dog. After continuing to advance levels of training, I see how important the detail work we did in Agility Prep prepares the dogs and handlers for the challenges of working on the agility course as a team. Pritamo always reminded us of that goal throughout the class."

Gretchen Bauer
Review of A1 - Agility Prep - FOCUS ON FOUNDATION, January 12, 2010

"Fantastic Agility Instructor"

"I took a 2-hour intro class before diving into this series of agility classes, and was very impressed. After completing the first two class series I continue to be impressed. Pritamo has been doing this a long time, knows her stuff inside and out, and is very good at communicating it. She doesn't put up with bad behavior in dogs or humans, and expects us to have done our homework, but those are good things. She has designed a very thorough series of classes, starting with fundamental skills and progressing logically into more advanced work, and all along focuses on safety, which is critical in a sport like this. She also makes it fun, and is very helpful with suggestions during the inevitable times that the humans and/or dogs get stuck and can't figure something out. It's a long process from just starting to being ready for performance, but I'm confident that when I'm finished with the whole class series I and my dog will be ready for the agility ring! Pritamo is a great teacher and I would not hesitate in recommending her."

Tim Moran
Review of A1 - Agility Prep - FOCUS ON FOUNDATION, January 11, 2010

"The Best Agility Trainer in Western Washington"

"After taking agiluty classes with two different dogs from many different trainers, I finally found Pritamo and FunQuest Dog Agility. Her understanding of the sport and the strategies involved in agility is incredible. She has an uncanny ability to see everything that moving dogs are doing as if the dogs are moving in slow motion. Her positive training methods and knowledge of dog behivior, coupled with her understanding of the difficulties new students often face in training in this sport, allow her to train at a level far beyond that of any trainer I've encountered. She is smart, passionite about the sport, entertainiing, innovative and kind. Rating: ***** ( 5 stars out of 5)"

Virginia Chapson
Review of A1 - Agility Prep - FOCUS ON FOUNDATION, January 10, 2010

"Great Agility Classes!!!"

"I just started my third class with Pritamo. She is really great. I feel like when I am ready to compete with my dog, she will be confident and very competent. I do a lot of things with my dog and making sure she had proper form, so that she will be able to safely compete in agility for many years, is very important to me. Pritamo is great! I know that I will be very successful with my Dogs for many years to come! Thanks for the great classes!"

MichellaDL
Review of FunQuest Dog Agility Training, January 10, 2010

"Highly Recommended for AgilityTraining or Just Having Fun with your Dog"

"Pritamo is a wonderful instructor! My dogs and I have fun and learn a lot in her classes. I'm so glad I chose Pritamo for agility instruction, because she emphasizes starting with lots of games and exercises to: 1) encourage the dog to focus on the handler; 2) teach the handler the importance of timing, body motion, and being aware of their dog at all times; and 3) give the dog and handler the experience of working together as a team. The FunQuest classes have greatly improved my bond with my dogs, in addition to getting us ready for agility trials. Now that my older dog is at an advanced level in agility, I can see how important all of the earlier fundamentals were -- he just does not have some of the bad habits that I've seen in other dogs in the agility ring. All of the training in fundamentals has really paid off, in addition to being lots of fun!"

March 22, 2009 by Catherine in Seattle in Seattle, WA

"Great Agility instruction using positive methods"

"I took the Jump Into Agility class with my 4 month old puppy over a year ago looking for things I could do with my "very active" lab puppy. We were hooked and have been taking classes ever since. Pritamo uses positive methods and really emphasizes forming a strong relationship with your dog in order to get the most out of agility. When we are out in public, people are always impressed with my dogs' focus on me - which is a side benefit of the agility training. Pritamo focuses building a strong agility foundation with your dog, before introducing agility equipment - which allows you to learn to work with your dog, without adding additional distractions of agility equipment in the beginning."

December 15, 2008 by Bethany in Bellevue, WA

"FunQuest Dog Sports - Dog Agility Training"

"I have been taking agility classes with my two whippets for over one year with Pritamo. Previously, I had gone to other trainers whose methods did not work for my dogs. One dog even became fearful after classes. Since I've been working with Pritamo both dogs are happy workers. In addition, Pritamo is fabulous with people. She has infinite patience and numerous solutions if a training technique does not work well for a particular dog. I've never taken classes from one trainer for so long, but now I would not consider training with anyone else. She's simply the best."

May 16, 2009 by Virginia Chapson in Bothell, WA

"Thank you again for the Jump Into Agility Workshop, we had a great time! "

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Michella Littlejohn of Lake Stevens, WA on January 11, 2010

Debbie of Kirkland, WA on December 18, 2008

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