David Utter Dog Behaviorist Orange County Los Angeles

Programs include private lessons, 1–3 week dog owner boot camps, and board & train programs. All training emphasizes owner education to ensure long-term success. Training occurs in real-world environments like busy parks or homes with distractions. Service dog training includes certification and insurance. Aggression rehabilitation is offered with before-and-after results demonstrated in initial sessions. Programs are tailored to breed, age, and individual dog temperament.

Pricing Summary

Pricing is not publicly listed, but testimonials indicate affordability compared to other trainers. Board and train programs and private lessons are offered with lifetime support included. Free consultation available to discuss pricing and program options.

Policies

Lifetime support guaranteed after training. No explicit cancellation or rescheduling policy stated, but communication is described as responsive and flexible. Boarding and training require direct consultation to arrange.

David Utter is a certified dog behaviorist and trainer serving Orange County and Los Angeles, California. He specializes in private dog training lessons, board & train programs, and aggression rehabilitation using humane, natural methods without clickers or shock collars. David focuses on building a balanced relationship between dog and owner through leadership, communication, and pack dynamics rooted in canine psychology. He offers dog owner boot camps to ensure long-term retention of training, emphasizing that owner education is critical to success. His services include puppy training, off-leash obedience, service dog training, and behavior modification for aggression, fear, resource guarding, and reactivity. He also provides boarding and training for dogs with severe behavioral issues that other trainers have deemed untrainable.

David is a member of the International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP) and the International Working Dog Association (IWDA), and he trained the 2020 AKC National Champion Bouvier des Flandres, “Blonde,” overcoming severe human aggression. He works with public figures, military, police, and rescue dogs, and his methods are grounded in decades of practical experience, not commercialized pet store techniques. He guarantees lifetime support after training and rejects manipulative or food-dependent methods in favor of direct, relationship-based communication.

Accomplishments

Trained the 2020 AKC National Champion Bouvier des Flandres, “Blonde,” overcoming severe human aggression. Certified by a marquise title holder. Featured on CBS News (2014 Best Dog Training School), KTLA5, TMZ, Fox, and Inside Edition. Trained dogs for public figures including Colton Underwood, Natasha Bedingfield, and NFL players. Member of IACP and IWDA.

How to Get Started!

Client engagement begins with a free consultation to assess the dog’s behavior and determine the appropriate program. Consultations can be scheduled via phone or website, followed by in-person private lessons or board & train enrollment.