Happy Pets

Training programs include one-on-one private sessions focused on service dog preparation, puppy foundational skills, and behavior modification. Sessions are tailored to individual dogs and include goal setting, hands-on technique practice, and homework assignments. Training emphasizes positive reinforcement, consistency, and gradual exposure to distractions. Service dog training is an intensive, long-term program requiring full commitment.

Pricing Summary

Service dog training costs $3,000. Puppy training and private sessions are $150 each. Dog walking is $35 and pet sitting is $75. Pet education is $25. No packages or discounts are mentioned.

Happy Pets is a dog training business led by Erica, a certified service dog trainer with over 30 years of experience starting from age 13. The business offers service dog training for $3,000, puppy training for $150, private training sessions for $150, and additional pet services including dog walking ($35), pet sitting ($75), and pet education ($25). Erica is certified for service dogs and is a member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT). She has worked with pure wolves, aggressive dogs, kennels, animal control agencies, and pet service providers across the East Bay Area. Training methods emphasized in their blog posts include positive reinforcement, consistency, short sessions, and gentle guidance. They offer both in-home and facility-based training with a focus on building trust and strengthening the human-dog bond.

Their service dog training program is designed to transform dogs into certified service companions, while puppy training focuses on foundational behavior, house training, and socialization. Private sessions provide personalized attention for specific behavioral issues such as leash pulling, reactivity, separation anxiety, and recall. They also provide educational content on training techniques through blog posts to support dog owners.

Happy Pets serves clients in Castro Valley, CA and the surrounding East Bay Area, offering flexible scheduling and hands-on training with immediate feedback. They do not offer group classes, board and train, or video sessions, but their private and in-home sessions are tailored to individual needs.

Accomplishments

Erica has over 30 years of hands-on experience in dog training, beginning at age 13. She holds certification in service dog training and is a member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT). She has worked with pure wolves, aggressive dogs, animal control agencies, and multiple kennels and pet service providers in the East Bay Area.

How to Get Started!

Clients can book a service directly through the online booking calendar for puppy training, private sessions, or service dog training. No free consultation is offered. Initial contact is made via phone or email to schedule an appointment.