Allen’s Sandstone Dog Training
Service area: Serves Orange County, CA, with classes held at 231 W Blueridge Ave, Orange, CA 92865.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Behavior Modification
- Competition / Agility
- Working Dog
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Barking Excessively
- Biting / Nipping
- Recall
- Fearfulness
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Group Classes
- Private Facility
Program Formats
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
- Intensive Program
Types of Dogs
- Large
- Giant
- Herding
- Working
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
- Senior (8+ years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Positive Reinforcement Only
- ✓ Positive with Some Corrections
Equipment:
- ✓ Clickers
- ✓ Food Rewards
- ✓ Harnesses
- ✓ Flat Collars
- ✓ Pinch Collars
- ✓ Obstacle Courses
Programs include 10-week group classes held twice weekly, 8-week private lessons (once weekly) that include group classes, and 3-week in-kennel training with 5 weeks of follow-up private lessons and 10 weeks of group classes. Basic obedience covers Heel, Sit, Stay, Down, Come, and Boundary. Advanced programs include off-leash obedience, article retrieval, agility, and scent trailing. Training is structured to progress from foundational skills to real-world distractions and specialized tasks.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Pricing details are not publicly listed. Programs include 10-week group classes (twice weekly), 8-week private lessons (weekly), and 3-week in-kennel training with follow-up lessons. Packages combine private and group sessions. Contact for specific rates.
Testimonials
“Over the years, Harvey Allen has trained two of my dogs and given me the know-how to continue working with them. My first dog was a giant breed Boerboel who attained her CGC and my current one is a standard poodle who I can confidently take anywhere and who is on her way to becoming a therapy dog. Before meeting Harvey, I had tried other trainers and their canned classes, but none worked. Harvey understands that each dog is unique and adjusts training technique to meet individual needs which makes a huge difference both for me and my dog. Thank you Harvey.”
– Nan & Molly
“Harvey and his staff are terrific! Classes are fun and individual attention is always available when needed. Blizzard has become a well behaved companion that I can take anywhere and as an added bonus, Harvey has even taught him to retrieve!”
– Debbie & Blizzard
“Harvey and Maryanne are professional. We started taking our 9 month old German Shepherd – Hunter and have seen a transformation, he is much calmer, more obedient, more confident. People comment on how well trained he is, when in public. Harvey has a vast amount of knowledge when it comes to dogs combined with a sense of humor and a very helpful staff makes the classes fun, both for the owners and the dogs.”
About the Trainer
Allen’s Sandstone Dog Training, founded in 1985 and led by Harvey Allen, offers professional dog training services in Orange County. They provide group classes, private lessons, and in-kennel training programs designed to teach basic and advanced obedience, including Heel, Sit, Stay, Down, Come, and Boundary control. They also correct common behavioral issues like leash pulling, chewing, barking, biting, and timidness. Their training emphasizes positive, humane methods tailored to each dog’s individual needs, with a focus on building confidence and strengthening the bond between dog and owner. They offer specialized programs in off-leash obedience, article retrieval, agility, and scent trailing. Harvey Allen has over 35 years of experience breeding and training German Shepherds and is certified as an AKC CGC evaluator and police canine trainer. Families are encouraged to participate in training to ensure consistent communication and bonding.
They serve puppies, adolescents, adults, and senior dogs of all sizes and breeds, with a noted strength in working and herding breeds. Their facility is located in Orange, CA, and they offer flexible scheduling with evening and weekend classes. They also provide follow-up private lessons and group classes for in-kennel training clients.
The business is not a breeder for general public sales but breeds high-quality German Shepherds for working and family roles, with health testing and early socialization. They do not offer grooming, boarding, walking, or daycare services beyond their training programs.
Accomplishments
Harvey Allen has been training dogs since 1985 with over 2000 hours of apprenticeship with Santa Anita law enforcement animals. He holds a State License as a Protection Dog Trainer (Lic#PDO158), is an AKC CGC evaluator, has competed in Schutzhund and AKC obedience trials, trained police and narcotic detection dogs, provided expert testimony in California Superior Court, and invented patented police canine products. He has bred German Shepherds for over 35 years with health-tested bloodlines.
How to Get Started!
Prospective clients are encouraged to observe a class before enrolling. They can contact the business to schedule a free initial consultation and choose from group classes, private lessons, or in-kennel training based on their needs.
Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Evening
- Morning
Hours
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 6-7pm
Thursday: 6-7pm
Friday: Closed
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: 8-10am
Certifications
- CPDT-KA
- AKC
Associations
- AKC
Languages
- English
Other Services Offered
- Dog breeder
Location
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