Dognpooch.com

DognPooch’s primary program is a 7-day Board & Train intensive program, designed to address behavioral issues and establish foundational obedience. Dogs are trained using e-collars, prong collars, and leash techniques. Daily video updates are sent to owners. After the program, free follow-up lessons are offered to reinforce training. Some dogs may require a second week for complex issues. One-on-one consultations are also available for targeted behavior modification.

Pricing Summary

Board & Train programs are offered in 7-day intensive sessions. Additional training weeks cost $800 per week. Free follow-up lessons are provided after the initial program. Specific pricing for private consultations is not listed.

Policies

After the initial 7-day training program, free follow-up lessons are available. Additional training weeks cost $800 per week. No cancellation or rescheduling policy is explicitly stated for bookings.

DognPooch is a family-focused dog training business based in San Luis Obispo County, California, specializing in balanced training methods to help owners achieve a calm, well-behaved dog. They offer both one-on-one consultations and intensive Board & Train programs, with a primary focus on off-leash obedience and e-collar training using E-Collar Technologies products. Their approach combines structure and positive reinforcement to address common issues like leash pulling, barking, separation anxiety, aggression, and reactivity. Clients receive daily video updates during board and train programs and are taught how to maintain their dog’s progress at home. They also provide free follow-up lessons after training and offer boarding for dogs who have completed their program. Their services are available across multiple cities in San Luis Obispo County, including Paso Robles, Arroyo Grande, Pismo Beach, and Santa Maria.

DognPooch trains dogs of all ages, from puppies to seniors, and works with all breeds, including large and reactive dogs. Their training is designed for families seeking long-term behavioral change and confidence in handling their dogs off-leash. The founder, Mark Lipes, emphasizes personalized attention, training up to five dogs per week to ensure quality care.

In addition to training, they offer a blog with educational content on obedience, food aggression, and off-leash training, and maintain active social media channels to showcase client success stories and training techniques.

Accomplishments

Mark Lipes has trained over 130 clients with verified reviews, maintains active social media presence with daily training videos, and has successfully rehabilitated dogs with severe reactivity, aggression, and separation anxiety. Clients report dramatic improvements in off-leash control and household behavior.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients are encouraged to contact DognPooch via phone or the Contact Us form to describe their dog’s breed, age, medical history, and specific behavioral issues. Mark Lipes assesses the situation and recommends either a Board & Train program or one-on-one consultation.