Dockside Dog Training

Ranked #1 in Ventura and #71 in California

5 Stars,8 Reviews
1198 Navigator Dr D Dock D94, Ventura, CA 93001

Service area: Ventura County, California, specifically in Ventura.

Service Overview

Types of Dog Training

  • Family Dog
  • Service Dog
  • Competition / Agility
  • Working Dog
  • Behavior Modification

Specialty Focus Areas

  • Basic Obedience
  • Puppy Training

Training Formats Offered

  • Board and Train
  • Private Lessons

Program Formats

  • Intensive Program
  • Sessions Package

Types of Dogs

  • Herding

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

Dockside Dog Training offers a comprehensive Board & Train Program designed for intensive training and socialization while owners are away. This program focuses on developing good manners and basic obedience skills in a structured, safe, and comfortable environment.

Their Individual Training Sessions provide personalized training and attention for dogs of all ages and breeds, covering good manners, obedience skills, and behavior modification techniques. The Dockside Protection Dogs program trains dogs to provide security and protection, recognizing threats and responding appropriately.

The Puppy Enrichment Program stimulates puppies mentally and physically, focusing on socialization, training, exercise, enrichment activities, and health and wellness. Physical Conditioning services are also available to maintain a dog’s overall health, fitness, and performance. Additionally, they offer a dog sitting service for pet owners needing care for their dogs while away.

About the Trainer

Dockside Dog Training, located in Ventura, California, is dedicated to providing top-quality dog training services. Their mission is to help dogs and their owners build a strong and lasting bond, teaching dogs obedience, good behavior, and socialization skills.

The business is led by owner and head trainer Rich Rosen, who brings 30 years of experience to his work. He is committed to using positive reinforcement techniques and believes in tailoring training programs to each individual dog’s and owner’s specific needs, goals, and lifestyle.

Dockside Dog Training strives to create a safe, fun, and supportive environment for both dogs and their owners to learn and grow together. Their ultimate goal is to help dogs become well-behaved, happy, and healthy members of their families and communities. In addition to training, they also offer dog sitting and dog walking services.

Accomplishments

Rich Rosen, the owner and head trainer, has 30 years of experience in dog training. He is connected to the service dog industry and works with the Wounded Warrior Program.

Rich is experienced with the AKC Show and Obedience Circle and is a National Level Competitor in Schutzhund / IGP. He has been training top-quality German Shepherds for over 30 years. The business has trained hundreds of dogs and satisfied over 100 dog owners. Rich is also a former athlete and coach.

How to Get Started!

Clients can get started by contacting Dockside Dog Training to discuss their training needs and ask questions. They can send a message via the website’s contact form or call directly.

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  • 30 Years Experience

Availability

  • Weekdays
  • Weekends
  • Morning
  • Afternoon

Associations

  • AKC
  • wheelchair accessible entrance
  • wheelchair accessible parking

Other Services Offered

  • Dog walker
  • Pet sitter

Location

1198 Navigator Dr D Dock D94, Ventura, CA 93001