Luckypup Socal

The Complete Package includes six 1-hour private in-home lessons covering foundational impulse control, leash manners, communication, door etiquette, and real-world relaxation training. It also includes six group Pack Walks held weekly (typically Sundays) to reinforce skills in public environments with distractions. Pack Walks require completion of Lessons 1 and 2 and passing a “Stay” test. Clients receive lifetime access to trainer support via phone or text. Board-and-train involves a minimum one-month stay in the trainer’s family home with full immersion in the same training methods.

Pricing Summary

Free phone consultation. The Complete Package includes 6 private lessons and 6 group lessons for $2,000. Board-and-train services are available upon request with pricing by phone. Ongoing support is included with the Complete Package purchase.

Policies

Pack Walk membership is suspended if a client misses four consecutive sessions. To rejoin, a re-evaluation and re-testing are required. If a dog fails the re-test, a $250 monthly fee applies until the dog passes, with retests scheduled at one-week or one-month intervals. This policy ensures consistency and safety for all participants.

LuckyPup SoCal is a family-owned and operated dog training business based in Southern California, specializing in private in-home training and board-and-train services. They focus on calming a dog’s mind as the foundation for lasting behavior change, avoiding trendy or gimmicky methods. Their approach emphasizes understanding canine psychology and communicating in the dog’s natural language rather than relying solely on treats or commands. They offer customized solutions for all behavioral issues, including aggression, reactivity, anxiety, leash pulling, and separation issues, with a strong emphasis on real-world, distraction-proof training. They also provide group Pack Walks to reinforce skills in public settings and offer a unique “Complete Package” that includes six private lessons and six group sessions. Board-and-train services are available upon request, with dogs staying in the trainer’s family home. Their training is designed to create a predictable, calm companion dog capable of behaving politely in any environment, from restaurants to parks to vet visits.

The business is led by Alex Ortega, who has over 20 years of experience and is highlighted for successfully working with rescue dogs, traumatized animals, and cases rejected by other trainers. They do not use clickers, treats, or expensive equipment, instead focusing on energy management and clear communication. Clients are encouraged to be consistent and engaged, with ongoing support available after the Complete Package purchase.

They also offer free phone consultations to assess each dog’s needs before committing to a program.

Accomplishments

Over 20 years of experience training dogs; successfully helped thousands of dogs with behavioral challenges, including aggressive, fearful, and rescue cases rejected by other trainers. Trained by top experts in dog psychology.

How to Get Started!

Begin with a free phone consultation to discuss your dog’s daily routine and behavior issues. Photos and videos are encouraged. After the consultation, clients can book the Complete Package or request a board-and-train program.