Dorfman Canine

Two primary programs: 1) In-Home Dog Training—multiple personalized visits at the client’s home with lifetime support; 2) Board & Train Dog Rehab Resort—dogs stay at Eric’s private facility for intensive daily training with helper dogs to reset behaviors, followed by owner coaching. Both programs involve the entire family and focus on behavior modification through leadership, structure, and calm energy.

Pricing Summary

Eric charges a flat fee for in-home training that includes two in-depth sessions (one 3-hour visit and one 2-hour follow-up) with lifetime phone or email support. No hourly rates or additional fees. Board & Train pricing is not specified but includes daily hands-on work, structured routines, and owner coaching.

Policies

No explicit cancellation or rescheduling policy is stated. However, lifetime follow-up support is offered at no additional cost, and clients are encouraged to reach out anytime for guidance after training. No blanket guarantees are made, but Eric is upfront about realistic outcomes before beginning.

Dorfman Canine Training & Behavior is a dog training and behavior modification service led by Eric Dorfman, a certified dog behaviorist with specialized training in dog aggression from the San Francisco SPCA Academy for Dog Trainers. Eric provides personalized in-home training and a Board & Train program at his private Dog Rehab Resort in Gold Canyon, AZ, focusing on resolving serious behavioral issues such as aggression, fear, anxiety, resource guarding, and reactivity. His method emphasizes calm leadership, pack dynamics, and clear communication—without using food, treats, clickers, or punitive tools like e-collars. He uses specially trained helper dogs to safely counter-condition negative behaviors and offers lifetime follow-up support to all clients. Eric’s approach is rooted in his early mentorship with Cesar Millan and principles inspired by Temple Grandin, prioritizing understanding the dog’s perspective to build lasting trust between dogs and their owners.

In addition to training, Eric offers expert testimony and speaking engagements, and his services are tailored for dogs with bite histories or those deemed difficult by other trainers. He works with families to ensure consistent application of techniques at home, making him a trusted resource for long-term behavioral success.

Accomplishments

Eric Dorfman is certified in Dog Behavior & Counseling and Dog Aggression from the San Francisco SPCA Academy for Dog Trainers. He has been retained by the San Francisco Department of Child Protective Services and has appeared on national TV segments discussing dog rehabilitation. He has over 26 years of hands-on experience working with shelter, rescue, and high-risk dogs, including those with bite histories.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients are encouraged to call for a free phone consultation to discuss their dog’s specific behavioral challenges. Eric will assess the situation and recommend the most appropriate program—either in-home training or Board & Train—based on the dog’s needs and the owner’s goals.