DS Dogs LLC
Service area: Portland, Oregon, with in-home and local park sessions; small dog boarding available in SE Portland.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Barking Excessively
- Separation Anxiety
- Recall
- Resource Guarding
- Fearfulness
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- In-Home
- Board and Train
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
Types of Dogs
- Small
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
Equipment:
- ✓ Clickers
- ✓ Food Rewards
- ✓ Harnesses
DS Dogs offers structured, in-home training programs: 6-session packages for foundational skills or behavior issues, a 4-session puppy program, and flexible one-time deep-dive sessions. Each program includes personalized plans, video and homework support, live coaching, and a free intro call. Boarding includes daily training and updates for small dogs under 25 lbs.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Good Dog Basics Course: $650 (6 sessions); Behavior Reset Program: $700 (6 sessions); New Puppy Foundations: $475 (4 sessions); Deep-Dive One-Time Session: $110/hour; Small Dog Boarding: $85/day for one dog, $120/day for two dogs from same home. All programs include a free 15–20 minute intro call.
Testimonials
Rebecca was SO encouraging and informative during our initial phone conversation and during our dog training session. I absolutely loved her positive reinforcement training methods. One of my session goals was to learn how to get her to stop pulling while we walk, but we also covered a lot of other areas for potential improvement. It felt very well rounded and thorough with the info that we received. I felt valued and supported through the entire interaction. You care really tell she enjoys what she does and that she not only cares about the dog but the dog owners also!
– Haley McCoy
Beka was so great and easy to work with! She met us in our natural environment…my home, with not only providing guidance for my new puppy, but my other two dogs who also have challenges beyond just being a new puppy and learning the land! Her approach and feedback were exactly what I needed as she recognized when I also needed reassurance that I was on the right track! She absolutely met me where I was and I so appreciated her ability to shift and go with the flow of our session as it unfolded. You will not be disappointed.
– Gayle Lee, ASID
I recently adopted my first ever dog that suffers from separation anxiety. Clueless, I reached out to Beka and she not only gave me the diagnosis, she gave me great advice of where to start to train him so he can live out his days carefree and loved. Thank you so much!
– Polly Gates
About the Trainer
DS Dogs LLC is an in-home private dog training and behavior company based in Portland, Oregon, led by certified trainer Rebekah Leder. They specialize in fear-free, positive reinforcement training centered on games-based learning to build strong human-dog relationships. Services include foundational obedience, behavior modification for reactivity, fear, and separation anxiety, puppy foundations, and a small-dog boarding retreat with integrated training. All training is judgment-free and focused on real-life results, with personalized plans tailored to each dog’s needs. Boarding is available only for dogs under 25 lbs in a quiet, home-based environment with daily photo/video updates and training included.
Rebekah has over 10 years of hands-on experience working with dogs and their owners, using relationship-based methods inspired by her own dogs, Dobby and Scotch. She holds a CPDT-KA certification and has trained through CATCH, Absolute Dogs Pro, and Ian Dunbar Academy. Clients receive video support, homework guidance, and live coaching during sessions to ensure lasting progress.
The business offers flexible options including one-time deep-dive sessions, 6-session packages for behavior or basics, and a 4-session puppy program. All services include a free 15–20 minute intro call to assess goals before scheduling. Training occurs in-home or at local parks, with no facility-based group classes offered.
Accomplishments
Rebekah Leder is a CPDT-KA certified trainer since 2021, with academic training from CATCH, Absolute Dogs Pro, and Ian Dunbar Academy. She has over 10 years of hands-on experience working with dogs and their owners in Portland.
How to Get Started!
Client engagement begins with a free 15–20 minute intro call to discuss goals and determine the best program. After the call, sessions are scheduled in-home or at a local park; boarding requires a behavior assessment first.
Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
Hours
8am-6pm
Certifications
- CPDT-KA
Associations
- Accredited
Languages
- English
Misc Features
- wheelchair accessible entrance
- wheelchair accessible parking
Other Services Offered
- Pet boarding service
- Pet sitter
Location
SE 126th Ave, Portland, OR 97236Listing Tools for Trainers
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