Lifestyle K9
Service area: Serves downtown San Francisco and nearby areas including Golden Gate Park, the Presidio, Crissy Field, and Lands End.
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
- Fearfulness
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Board and Train
- Day Training
- Video Calls
Program Formats
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
- Intensive Program
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:
- ✓ Positive Reinforcement Only
Equipment:
- ✓ Clickers
- ✓ Food Rewards
- ✓ Harnesses
- ✓ Flat Collars
Lifestyle K9 offers customized training programs: Private Lessons (60-min in-home or on-location sessions), Board and Train (immersive 1–2 week program at Lya’s home with daily updates), Lifestyle K9 School (structured daycare/training Monday–Friday with obedience, socialization, and play), Pack Walk Adventures (2-hour supervised walks in SF parks), and eTraining (online coaching with personalized plans). All programs focus on real-life behavior challenges and include follow-up support.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Private lessons: $150 per session or $500 for a 4-session pack. Board and train: pricing available by consultation. Pack walk adventures: $120 for 3 days or $200 for 5 days. Boarding: $75 per night. eTraining: $100 per session or $300 for 4 sessions. Lifestyle K9 School: daily drop-off from 9–9:30am, pick-up 5–6pm, Monday–Friday.
Policies
A free follow-up private session is offered one week after completing any training program to ensure progress is maintained. No other cancellation or rescheduling policies are explicitly stated.
Testimonials
“We adopted a 1 year old German Shepherd. Ever since we contacted Lya she answered all of our questions. She came to our house to meet Elvira and create a bond with her. We knew she was the one at the moment we saw her interacting with our baby.”
– Matias and Mara
“I’ve tried so many different training options, and Lya was by far the one who helped me the most. She also gave me confidence in my ability to continue working with my dog. She cares like no one else I’ve worked with!”
– Paola
“We have done private training lessons and overnight boarding with Lifestyle K9 and cannot recommend them enough. Our dog is very fearful of city life to the point where he wouldn’t walk and was too afraid to go to the bathroom… During our first private training session Lya had him walking within 10 minutes! And gave us the tools to help him practice and build confidence. I highly recommend Lya and Lifestyle K9.”
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About the Trainer
Lifestyle K9 is a dog training business in San Francisco led by Lya, a certified dog trainer with a Bachelor of Science in Exceptional Student Education. They offer personalized training solutions designed to help dog owners build calm, confident dogs and strengthen the human-canine bond. Services include private in-home lessons, board and train programs, day training through Lifestyle K9 School, pack walk adventures, and online eTraining. Their approach emphasizes positive, connection-based methods tailored to urban living, with training conducted in real-life environments like Golden Gate Park, the Presidio, and Crissy Field. They also provide pet boarding, dog walking, and daycare services. Lya focuses on behavior modification for issues like leash reactivity, fearfulness, and separation anxiety, and supports families including children in training. Photo and video updates are shared daily on Instagram to keep owners connected during programs.
Lifestyle K9 stands out by combining professional training with a compassionate, individualized approach, ensuring both dogs and owners grow together. Their programs are designed for busy urban dwellers who want lasting change without the stress of doing it all themselves.
They offer special rates for Venezuelans and provide a free follow-up session one week after completing any training program to ensure long-term success.
Accomplishments
Lya holds a Bachelor of Science in Exceptional Student Education from UCF Orlando and has been training dogs since childhood, starting with rescuing animals. She is recognized for her compassionate, individualized approach and has helped numerous dogs overcome severe fear and reactivity in urban environments.
How to Get Started!
Prospective clients can book a free consultation call through the website to discuss their dog’s needs and determine the best training program. After the call, they can schedule private lessons, board and train, or other services via the booking portal.
Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Morning
- Afternoon
Hours
Monday: 9am-6pm
Tuesday: 9am-6pm
Wednesday: 9am-6pm
Thursday: 9am-6pm
Friday: 9am-6pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Certifications
- Credentialed
Associations
- Accredited
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Other Services Offered
- Dog day care center
- Dog walker
- Pet boarding service
Location
704 Holly Park Cir, San Francisco, CA 94110Listing Tools for Trainers
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