Love of Dogs Training
Ranked #2 in Redwood City and #248 in California
Service area: Based in Redwood City, California. An extra travel charge may apply for services outside this area.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Board and Train
- Day Training
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Sessions Package
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Balanced Training
Love of Dogs Training offers specialized individual programs including puppy start, basic obedience, leash walking, and exposure field training to develop good canine manners in public. As pups advance, training programs may incorporate semi-private sessions, pack walks, and play socials for safe and positive interactions. A single consultation session, lasting 2.5-3 hours, is available to review routines, address concerns, and introduce communication techniques, leadership exercises, and basic obedience. These sessions can be held in the client’s home or at their facility.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Consultations are $275-300 (extra travel charge may apply if outside area).
Testimonials
“We’ve been fortunate to have Celia as our primary trainer and petsitter for the past five years. She truly “reads” the dog and customizes the training plan for the dog’s personality. As a petsitter, she treats every dog as her own. I can only relax on vacation when Celia is taking care of my girl. When I return, my dog can’t wait until “Auntie Celia’s” next visit. I enthusiastically and without reservation recommend Celia for training and petsitting services.”
– Tamara K., Los Altos
About the Trainer
Love of Dogs Training, based in Redwood City, California, aims to help dog owners achieve a well-balanced and trusting relationship with their dogs. They utilize positive reinforcement and leadership exercises in their training techniques.
Love of Dogs Training specializes in developing private, customized programs to meet specific training goals. They offer programs ranging from puppy start and basic obedience to leash walking and field programs focused on developing good canine manners in public. As pups advance, certain programs incorporate semi-private sessions, pack walks, and play socials to ensure safe, beneficial, and positive interactions.
Celia, the trainer, also offers a single consultation session, which serves as a “jump start” for new dog or puppy owners. During this 2.5-3 hour session, routines are reviewed, questions and concerns are addressed, and clients are introduced to clear communication techniques, leadership exercises, and basic obedience. These sessions can be conducted in the client’s home or at their facility. Due to high demand for private sessions and specialized programs, large group classes are no longer offered. Celia is also a supporter and volunteer with Thulani Senior German Shepherd Rescue and provides pet-sitting services.
Accomplishments
Celia is an AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator (#93958) and a member of The Association of Professional Dog Trainers (#83378) and Pet Sitters International. Love of Dogs is bonded and insured. Celia also volunteers with Thulani Senior German Shepherd Rescue, which finds homes for senior German Shepherds and covers their medical costs.
How to Get Started!
To get started, clients can schedule a single consultation session, which is recommended for new dog or puppy owners. This session, lasting 2.5-3 hours, can be conducted in the client’s home or at the trainer’s facility. Clients can contact Celia via phone or email to discuss training options or any questions.
Contact Information
Certifications
- Credentialed
Associations
- APDT
- AKC
- Accredited
Languages
- English
Misc Features
- wheelchair accessible entrance
- wheelchair accessible parking
Other Services Offered
- Dog day care center
- Pet boarding service
- Pet sitter