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IAABC Accredited Dog Trainer in the Portland metro area using positive reinforcement methods. Specializing in fearful/anxious dogs, and helping people & pups to coexist happily.

I’m a certified dog trainer & behavior consultant serving Walnut Creek, Alamo, Danville, & Lafayette. I work 1-on-1 with pup parents, like you, to create a harmonious lifestyle with your fur ball. I have more than 20 years experience as an educator. I excel at helping clients reach their training goals for their pups through compassionate communication, & individualized training plans that respond to your life- & learning styles in intuitive & practical ways. Together, I work with my clients to change frustrating dog behaviors with effective, positive reinforcement training methods. Book a complimentary 15-min discovery call with me at www.pawsitivetraining.pet to get started.

CPDT-KA Certified, Positive Reinforcement, Games Based Dog Training Our goal is to empower every dog owner to achieve their dog owning dreams, and every dog to live their best life. We recognize dog training isn’t just about your Dog. In fact, you are an integral part of the training process. You and your dog are a team! That’s why we work with you to make sure your training game-plan fits your lifestyle and your individual dog. With practical and flexible programs, developed through cutting edge, science based research, together we'll develop your dog's brain, cultivate their individual personality, and transform their behavior-- all through the power of Games!

Are you struggling with your dog's fear, anxiety, or aggression? As a certified dog behavior consultant with over two decades of experience, I'm here to help. Using modern, evidence-based training techniques and a deep understanding of canine behavior, I provide personalized solutions to help you and your dog overcome challenges. Through my extensive education and dedication to the art and science of dog training, I've helped countless Bay Area dogs and their owners achieve lasting results with aggression, reactivity, separation anxiety and more. Don’t let behavior issues hold you and your dog back any longer. Click through to learn more about how I can help you and your dog thrive. 🐾

We use humane, effective training based on the latest scientific evidence. Our protocols are set to you and your dog up for success. We utilize reward-based, clicker-style teaching which furthers progress toward a more compassionate relationship between humans and animals. ​ 1) Teaching and reinforcing desirable behaviors so they will be more likely to occur in the future. 2) Preventing and interrupting undesirable behaviors without the intentional use of physical or psychological intimidation. 3) Taking the learner’s physical and emotional well-being into account 4) Continuing education with the goal of humane, effective training based on the latest scientific evidence

BADDogsInc offers group and private training at our facility in Corona. Founder Barbara Davis, CDBC, CPDT-KA specializes in working directly with families to resolve the most complex dog behavior problems, including aggression, anxiety, fear and others. Most services available in person or online. House calls are available. Our team members are required to attend at least 50 hours each year of continuing education programs to help ensure we bring you the most complete and up-to-date training programs available!

The Dogs Will Rise Modern Dog Training is a VSA Certified R+, positive reinforcement dog trainer focused on the care, training, and safety of dogs and their families. We offer Family Dog Mediation and handle all breeds and ages. We offer In-Home Training, Virtual Training, Dog Walking, and Drop-In Visits.

Owner/Trainer Shane Stanis, CDBC, CPDT-KSA has been training dogs professionally for over 20 years. As an IAABC certified dog behavior consultant, I work primarily with families struggling with aggression, reactivity, phobias, compulsive behaviors, and my specialty - fear & anxiety. I work with clients in person in Central Contra Costa county, and virtually nationwide (and occasionally internationally). I also run an online group training program for shy and fearful dogs, Confidence Builders Academy.