Executive Canine Services
Service area: Serves The Five Cities Area and entire San Luis Obispo County, California, including Arroyo Grande, Grover Beach, Pismo Beach, Oceano, and surrounding communities.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Jumping on People
- Barking Excessively
- Separation Anxiety
- Potty Training
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- In-Home
Program Formats
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
Types of Dogs
- Small
- Medium
- Large
- Giant
- Herding
- Sporting
- Working
- Hounds
- Terriers
- Doodles
- Brachycephalic
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
- Senior (8+ years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Balanced Training
Equipment:
- ✓ Clickers
- ✓ Food Rewards
- ✓ Harnesses
- ✓ Flat Collars
Training is delivered in one-on-one private sessions tailored to each dog’s needs and the family’s goals. Sessions focus on obedience, leash manners, behavior modification, and socialization. Les provides homework after each session and follows up with clients between visits to ensure progress. Training is conducted outdoors in the client’s neighborhood or local parks.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Private training sessions cost $90 per session. Sessions are held at local outdoor locations and require a 24-hour cancellation notice. No packages or discounts are listed.
Policies
Appointment cancellations require at least 24 hours’ notice. Sessions are by appointment only on Tuesdays through Saturdays; closed on Sundays and Mondays.
Testimonials
Les has been very helpful in getting us back as successful dog owners. Not having had a dog for over 20 years, it is so good to have someone not only give us “refresher” lessons, but giving us great new suggestions for training our adopted spaniel. His knowledgeable training has been terrific!
– Terri D.
I started working with Les almost immediately upon getting my 1st dog. I was connected with Les just by chance. It turned out to be the best thing that ever happened to me and my puppy Hank. Besides being very reasonably priced, Les is a great guy and trainer. We started with simple puppy obedience and just getting on the same page as my puppy, gradually working towards leash etiquette and general dog obedience. Les is constantly giving guidance and tips on different issues and items. After working with Les over the past few months, he’s turned my buddy Hank into a good mannered well behaved dog and turned me into a competent dog owner. Les is the best
– Travis H.
Les is the best of the best when it comes to dog training. He knows his stuff and it was apparent from the way he connected with our dog in the first training session. He truly cares about each client and is committed to seeing them succeed. We saw results after the very first training session and the progress was remarkable following each session. Les comes prepared to each session with treats and training aids. He gives you “homework” to do with your dog after each session to prepare you for the next. He even follows up with you after each meeting to see how things are going. Les played a significant role in shaping our puppy into the dog he is today. I highly recommend Les for dog training, we will definitely use his services again!
– Sylvain G.
About the Trainer
Executive Canine Services is owned and operated by Les Hansen, a certified dog trainer who specializes in family dog obedience training for dogs of all breeds and ages—from puppies to senior dogs. Les uses balanced training methods that combine positive reinforcement with gentle corrections to improve dog behavior while strengthening the bond between pets and their owners. Services are provided in-home and at local outdoor locations throughout The Five Cities Area and San Luis Obispo County, California. Les is known for involving the entire family in training sessions, offering personalized guidance, and following up between sessions via email and text. He also provides support beyond training, such as accompanying clients to vet visits. His approach is tailored to each dog’s needs, with clear instructions and homework to ensure progress between sessions.
Les graduated with honors from the Dog Training Certification Program at the Animal Behavior College and has been operating since 2014. Clients consistently praise his patience, expertise, and ability to transform challenging behaviors into well-mannered conduct, especially with rescue dogs, reactive dogs, and first-time owners. He is fully licensed and insured, and his services are highly recommended by satisfied clients across multiple cities in California.
Accomplishments
Les Hansen graduated with honors from the Dog Training Certification Program at the Animal Behavior College. Executive Canine Services has been operating since 2014 and maintains a 5-star Yelp rating with numerous testimonials praising his effectiveness and client-centered approach.
How to Get Started!
Prospective clients can contact Les via phone, email, or the online contact form to schedule an appointment. No free initial consultation is offered, but clients are encouraged to reach out with questions before booking.

Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Afternoon
- Evening
Hours
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 8am-6pm
Wednesday: 8am-6pm
Thursday: 8am-6pm
Friday: 8am-6pm
Saturday: 8am-6pm
Sunday: Closed
Certifications
- Credentialed
Languages
- English
Location
516 Starlight Ln, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420Listing Tools for Trainers
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