Happy Dog Training

Programs include one-on-one private training, virtual coaching, 8-week board-and-train intensives for obedience and behavior modification, and a unique Shadow Student program where clients spend a week training alongside Ralf. Board-and-train clients receive weekly video updates and scheduled visits. Training focuses on building trust, emotional regulation, and reliable obedience using play-based, positive methods. Service dog training is offered through a separate but affiliated business, Total K9 Focus.

Pricing Summary

Pricing varies by program: board-and-train, virtual sessions, and private lessons are offered with customized quotes based on individual needs. Free initial consultation available. No public pricing listed; clients are encouraged to contact for a personalized quote.

Happy Dog Training, led by certified professional dog trainer Ralf Weber, offers relationship-based, play-based dog training services in Southern California. Ralf specializes in behavior modification for fear, aggression, and anxiety, as well as obedience, service dog training, and canine education. His approach emphasizes building trust and emotional well-being before training, ensuring dogs enjoy the process and develop reliable, long-lasting behaviors without constant food bribes. The business provides in-person training, virtual lessons, board-and-train programs, shadow student opportunities, and lectures. Additional services include dog boarding, enrichment toys, health and nutrition advice, and coaching for aspiring dog trainers. Ralf and his team work with dogs of all ages and sizes, focusing on creating happy, confident companions through science-backed methods rooted in ethology and learning theory.

Clients receive weekly video updates during board-and-train programs, personalized guidance, and ongoing support after training. Ralf is also the author of “If Your Dog Could Talk” (5th Edition), and his team includes Sarah Gill, a certified service dog specialist with over a decade of experience.

The business supports dog owners through educational blogs, YouTube videos, podcasts, and a learning center, helping them understand canine behavior and maintain progress at home.

Accomplishments

Ralf Weber is a Training without Conflict™ Certified Professional Dog Trainer (TWC-CPDT) and holds an Advanced Certification from the International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP-CDT, CDTA). He has over 18 years of experience and has trained over 1,500 dogs. He is the author of “If Your Dog Could Talk” (5th Edition). Sarah Gill, team member, has over a decade of experience training service dogs and has taught hundreds of students at a renowned dog training school.

How to Get Started!

Client engagement begins with a free consultation via contact form or phone. After discussing the dog’s needs, clients choose a program (private, virtual, or board-and-train) and schedule their first session or intake. Board-and-train clients receive a personalized plan and weekly updates.