Made ALL the difference in our dogs-seeing is believing. Mark is the absolute best trainer with proven results. He was on time, professional and guaranteed he would work with the dog until we were satisfied. Our Malinois needed training and they are so well behaved we love them being a part of our family. I'd recommend mark for any dog and any issue. Roberta G.

Thanks you guys for training Bubba!! It is amazing what you taught him in just one week!!
M. Clarke

Thank you Desert Sky for staying so committed to helping us with Baron, who, with Mark's help, was able to go inside a dog park today for the first time since he was little ...he really is just a big sweetie...thanks.

Eric and Amanda

We have had the great good fortune of working with Mark Govoni for the training of our four-month-old German Shepherd puppy. Before we enrolled Lakota in the Desert Sky K9 boot camp, we had already been working on training her based on books and a lot of conflicting advice from various "professionals" at local pet supply stores. The results were mixed and we were increasingly frustrated. Then we discovered Mark and Gail at Desert Sky and the results were nothing less than phenomenal.

In the two weeks that Mark worked with Lakota, he trained her to reliably walk on a lead as well as sit, down, stay, and come on verbal command or in response to hand signals. During this time he also socialized Lakota with his own dogs, and transformed a shy, skittish dog into a much more confident pet. But beyond this, after the boot camp Mark made four trips to our home to work with each member of the family to teach us how to maintain the training. During these sessions he imparted simple principles for us to use to continue to reinforce the training. He also helped us identify and change some of our own counter-productive behaviors to be more effective in working with Lakota. His calm, confident, and authoritative attitude was a key factor in helping us establish an environment in which dog and family fit together seamlessly. At this writing Lakota is almost seven months old. We rely on the training she received from Mark every day.

So we heartily recommend Mark and Desert Sky K9 to anyone who wants their dog trained right--anyone who is looking for training that sticks. It is incredible the difference that working with a consummate professional makes.

The Corts Phoenix, AZ

We can't thank you enough for the professional training your performed with out great dan puppy, Fenway. You instilled the confidence and ideal behavior in our young dog that we continue to appreciate to this day.
We were exceptionally impressed with how you graciously explained our dog's behavioral issues, and clearly explained the steps involved to obtain resolution. You are extremely knowledgeable tin your occupation and it is obvious that you have a true passion for your work with canines.

Thank You So Much!

Bob and Amy K.

Dear Mark,
I cannot thank you enough for the superb job you did with our dog. Before calling you, our dog would not listen to commands, nor would he walk on a leash without dragging us along. I am so impressed with the level of service and commitment you bring to the training.

Your dedication to the training program was without a doubt second to none. My family and I are very grateful for your patience and expertise and will gladly refer you to friends and family.

Sincerely, Robert O. and Family

My Husband and I hired Mark from Desert Sky K9 to train our rottweiler/great dane puppy "Blaze," when he was three months old. Blaze was a very destructive puppy, so on the recommendation of a friend, we contacted Mark. Mark worked with Blaze and in a very short time Blaze had learned the commands. Blaze is now 110 lbs and we can proudly take him out in public with total confidence.

Thank You Mark,

Luke and Heather J.