It's important that you are comfortable with your trainers methods.  We recommend you go watch a class before deciding which trainer to work with.
 
 

	CONTACT POINT Karen Moureaux, Northern LA area.
	HIDDEN VALLEY DOG OBEDIENCE CLUB Local club in Escondido. Excellent facility/services.
	WAGS & WIGGLES Dog Daycare & Training Facility, (949) 635-9655, South Orange County Owner, Laurie Zurborg, has 11 years experience and is recommended by several local veterinarians.  Serves So. Orange County with daycare, obedience (group/private), beginning agility, Free doggie social club, boarding (short/long term), & in-home pet sitting. Training methods include positive reinforcement, clickers, gentle leaders. No choke collars or force.  Very experienced with shelter/adopted dogs, problem behavior & undersocialization. CPDT certified.
	CUTTING EDGE DOG TRAINING Bloomington area Karen is currently offering group classes and private lessons for AKC competition obedience, home manners and preagility obedience.  A positive method of dog training, often called Clicker Training, is used as it teaches dogs quickly and effectively while maintaining an excellent attitude.
	WEST L.A. OBEDIENCE TRAINING CLUB Rancho Park/Cheviot Hills Recreation Center. (310) 851-6350 Agility and obedience classes for puppies and dogs;  positive reinforcement training, companion and competition training, all dogs welcome.
	ASSERTIVE K-9 TRAINING Robert at (714) 828-2474, Stanton area  Behavioral consultants, boarding, pet training while boarding, group & private, basic & advanced obedience;  non-correctional motivational methods, positive reinforcement; Gentle Leader Head Halters, clickers and food lures for beginning obedience classes.
	Karen Wessinger - (661) 270-9281  QualityDogTraining@Gmail.com HERDING: all herding breeds-specialty Aussies and Border Collies. Herding is at GemStar Ranch in Leona Valley. Facility has everything from a round pen, standard arena, 2 acre field, to open fields where 800+ yard outruns are possible. Sheep (both hair and wool) and goats. Classes and private lessons available, and are held in Leona Valley. (No. of Santa Clarita, and W. of Palmdale) Experienced in working with rescue/rehomed dogs, esp Aussies and Border Collies Private lessons for obedience and behavior problems, classes coming soon to Palmdale and Santa Clarita area. www.GemStarRanch.com
	Vickie Marx - (949) 360-7773 vmdogs@hotmail.com Group and in home, trains dogs through reward and praise methods, basic obedience and occasional handling classes.
	UNLIMITED OBEDIENCE TRAINING Robert Livell (951) 272-4679, unob94@charter.net  Norco area Private and group lessons, problem solving, beginning and advanced obedience training.   Discount given off obedience class with adoption contract from a rescue or shelter.
	JUMP START DOG SPORTS Yorba Linda area (714) 985-1555 Breed handling, junior showmanship; all level obedience, competitive and fun; puppy through master level agility, show and fun; puppy kindergarten; all levels of clicker training; home manners and tricks; quarterly Canine Good Citizen testing.
	J9sK9s Janine Pierce (818) 832-9906 Offering group classes and private lessons in the San Fernando Valley and surrounding areas.  Motivational training methods for humans and canines.... "Learn while you play"
	GOOD SCENTS! Dog Training  Rayna Barker  (818) 541-0110 woofprints@earthlink.net located in Montrose, CA Conducts group classes and puppy classes, as well as privates.  Methods are all positive and reward based. Has worked with Aussies, shelter dogs and rescues in problem solving, behavior issues, aggression, and basic obedience.
	ABC Puppy Training and Golden Retrievers  Donald Van Tassel and Susan Wiessner (714) 842-4567 (9am to 7pm)  Huntington Beach area off the 405 ABCgoldens@aol.com We use gentle, reward based methods and have over twenty years of experience in the dog training field. We offer private in home instruction as well as board training. We are also starting a free group class for animals adopted from animal shelters or rescue groups, Tuesday evenings starting at 6pm or 7pm, depending on clients' schedules, contact us for more information.
	GENTLE GUIDANCE Nicole Wilde   661-299-5704  Santa Clarita area In-home, private training for behavior modification and obedience using gentle, positive methods including clicker training. Nicole Wilde is a professional member of the APDT (Association of Pet Dog Trainers) and has worked with both domestic and exotic canines (specializing in wolves and wolfdogs) for many years in training and rescue. Her motto is "Train with Affection, not Corrections!"
	Excellent website of Clicker Training Lessons, offering step-by-step obedience lessons, regular as well as problem behaviors, for free, from the training school Greenwood Dog Training School in Delaware.
	Great website outlining the"Nothing In Life Is Free"behavior modification training program, by Deb McKean....check it out!
	DOGGIE MANNERS Caryl Wolff, CPDT  1-877-7-DOGGIE carylwolff@aol.com Is your dog behaviorally challenged?  Then teach him DOGGIE MANNERS.  Doggie Manners is a reward-based training course that integrates basic obedience into your everyday life.  Your dog will learn to come when called, walk quietly by your side, wait at doorways and curbs, greet guests politely - and much more! We offer private lessons throughout Greater Los Angeles and currently teach classes in West Los Angeles and Long Beach.  We work with puppies and dogs and specialize in rescue dogs.  Please remember, habits don't change overnight.  Give yourself and your dog a chance.  We look forward to working with you.
	HERDINGat the Drummond Ranch and the San Fernando Valley Herding Association.
	BALLISTIC BUNCH FLYBALL CLUB Call Jean at (949) 240-8578 or e-mail jeansmail9@worldnet.att.net Location -Orange County-Santiago Canyon Rd. New class starting in July for beginning dogs -we welcome all dogs and also  dogs who have had previous flyball experience. We are currently offering flyball training at all levels on Tuesday evenings and agility practice  and training tips on Wednesday mornings. As soon as we have enough people interested we will have foundation for dog sports obedience training.
	Mike Bolton THE DOG TRAINER 661-513-9370, Santa Clarita Valley thedogtrainer@yahoo.com Mike offers private in home obedience training and behavior consultations. Working with dogs and owners to solve your dogs problems is my business. With more than 20 years experience training dogs and teaching their owners, I also have over 10 years experience with Australian Shepherds and other herding breeds. Positive motivational methods used with all ages of puppies or adult dogs. Serving the entire Santa Clarita Valley area.
	DOG SERVICES UNLIMITED Patty and Paul Thurner  at (714) 532-3647  (532-DOGS) dogservicesunlimited@earthlink.net Serving Southern California Canines and Their Humans Since 1969!   We offer Puppy Kindergarten, Dog Obedience Training, Agility, and Canine Good Citizen Certification. Convenient group classes in over 40 communities throughout Orange County and adjacent areas of Los Angeles, Riverside and San Bernardino Counties. Private lessons also available.  We look forward to helping you to make your dog a more enjoyable family member!  We offer quality Dog Obedience and Puppy Training classes at very reasonable fees.
	Jan Janecki BARK BUSTERS Home Dog Training Covering all of San Diego County, California (858) 414-1344 northsandiegocounty@barkbusters.com My training is customized to your needs and I come to your home to show you how to train your dog.   I teach the basic obedience skills: the sit, down, come, stay and heel and show dog owners how to control their dog's behavior.  I also teach dog owners how to be strong leaders so their dog will listen and respond to them.  Behavioral problems are my specialty--issues such as barking, jumping, separation anxiety, shyness, digging, chewing, aggression and more. Graduate of the Bark Busters Behavioral Certification program in Denver, Colorado--an intense training in canine communication, behavioral modification and obedience training. Member of The Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT). I train any dog, any age, any breed with any problem. Ask about our Written Lifetime of the Dog Training Guarantee!
	Paw-Lite Dog Training, that both you and your pet will love!  Tom De Luca    714.596.4771 Huntington Beach, Calif. www.pawlite.com Tom De Luca, CPDT, is 'Nationally Certified' and an 'Accredited' Dog Training Instructor. All training at Paw-Lite is based steadfastly on the tenants of Operant Conditioning. Tom uses 99% modern Positive Reinforcement techniques to train all his client's dogs. Choke chains or pinch/prong collars are never used. Serving all of Orange County.
	Bill Stavers,Certified Pet Dog Trainer (CPDT) (310) 500-9156 Providing in home dog and puppy training services in the West Los Angeles area.  bill@billstavers.com Bill Stavers, BFA, Charter member of the Assoc. of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT) and certified by the Association as knowledgeable in learning theory, animal husbandry and animal behavior, brings twenty years experience as a behavior counselor using the power of positive reinforcement to train and resolve dog behavior problems. Bill offers private, in home training and an innovative, one-of-a-kind, super-puppy-class in the West Los Angeles, CA, area, where he conducts a veterinarian referral based practice. Visit his web site: www.billstavers.com to see more about Bill, for up-to-date information regarding classes, FAQs, and view his calendar to make appointments.  Charter member of the  Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT) #302.
	Whole Dog Training and Pet Care Nan Arthur, CPDT    619-561-2602 El Cajon, CA  dogmomca@cox.net In home private training sessions, positive only, packages for private training; offers private Canine Good Citizen training/testing, behavior training plans, as well as Pet Sitting.  Also offers a one or two-day Acclimation Training for new adopters.  Tapered to the skills of the new adopter, as to whether it would be help with getting ready before bringing home your newest family member, or coming the day of the adoption, or shortly after, to help get everyone in the home adjusted, as well as giving on-going support.
	DogPACT ... People and Animals Communicating Together Terry Long, CPDT    (562) 423-0793  or  www.dogpact.com Long Beach, Orange County, and South Bay Positive reinforcement methods; advanced expertise in clicker training Specializing in resolving impulse-control disorders and behaviors Offering: -- Private behavior counseling (aggression, fears, phobias, separation anxiety, etc.) -- Private training for basic manners, pre-agility, and agility -- Group classes: Pet Manners, Pre-agility, Agility, Flyball, and Tricks -- Doggy DaySchool at The Pet Set (www.petsetlb.com) in Long Beach -- Pre-purchase/adoption consultation and temperament evaluation -- Professional clicker trainer since 1996 Member, Association of Pet Dog Trainers (www.apdt.com) Certified Pet Dog Trainer (www.ccpdt.com)
	Good Dog K9 Training Adelita   (818) 559-5482 www.gooddogk9training.com Do you want your Dog to be Good? An in-home training program for dogs or puppies of any breed. Invest in an education that will last a lifetime. Learn more about this successful training program by visiting the Good Dog K9 Training website.
	I C  PawsAbilities® Cynde Van Vleet, CTTP, APDT, Guild Certified TTouch Practitioner www.icpaws.com (949) 492-1924 cynde@icpaws.com The Tellington TTOUCH Method is a gentle approach to working with animals without fear or force!  TTouch is used to support training and behavior modification as well as veterinary care.  An additional benefit is a deeper rapport between humans and animals through increased understanding and more effective communication.  TTouch creates an awareness and positive changes in behavior.  It offers solutions to common behavioral and health-related problems, such as aggression, separation anxiety, excessive barking, chewing, jumping up and leash-pulling in dogs, resistance to grooming, nervousness, shyness, thunder or loud noise phobia, and so on.  It can help to promote good health and ease problems associated with aging, illness, hip dysplasia, arthritis, and surgery. Soothing touches, balance techniques and "a playground of higher learning" all combine to help improve your animal's health and behavior.  This is training for the body, mind and spirit of your companion animal.
	Dogs 4 Dis-Abilities Deborah Van Gelder Motherwolfk9@aol.com 909-794-3010 Member of nation and worldwide organizations.  Trainer & Service Animal Access Consultant and Educator for Delta Society.  Trainer for Service Animal Registry of America. Member of Association of Pet Dog Trainers. American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen Evaluator. Member of International Association of Assistance Dog Partners. Chapter Leader for The Foundation For Pet Provided Therapy. Teacher for the Redlands Adult School.  I train for mobility, hearing, medical alert. I evaluate and place dogs for people who don't have dogs.  I also train dogs for people who already have them. I train for children (youngest age is 10) but there are exceptions.  As well as adults. I teach my students and (dogs)! positive reinforcement along with praise reward. Prices vary, depending on the training that is needed for a successful service dog!

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