Lynn Parson Dog Training
Service area: Serves Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas on the Central Coast.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Therapy Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Potty Training
- Leash Pulling
- Barking Excessively
- Separation Anxiety
- Resource Guarding
- Jumping on People
- Reactivity / Aggression
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Private Facility
- Board and Train
- Day Training
Program Formats
- Intensive Program
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
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
Lodge & Learn is a 2- or 3-week intensive board-and-train program with daily one-on-one training by Lynn, followed by 2–3 owner training sessions post-stay with a homework packet. Day School is a weekly socialization and enrichment program. Private 1-on-1 lessons consist of six weekly sessions held at Lynn’s home, the client’s home, or outdoor locations. Lodging is offered as a standalone in-home boarding service with family-style care and video updates.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Lodge & Learn: $3,150 for 2 weeks, $3,885 for 3 weeks. Private 1-on-1 lessons: $900 for 6 sessions at Lynn’s home ($150/session), $1,200 for 6 sessions outside her home ($200/session). Lodging is offered as part of Lodge & Learn or standalone.
Testimonials
“Everyone needs a ‘Lynn’ in their life. She’s an excellent communicator and met me where I was at with my dog. With my first puppy, I had no idea where to start. Without judgement, she helped potty train and build a daily structure for my dog (basset hound) to develop kind, playful, and gentle behaviors.”
– Josh
“I have never hesitated to bring my dog to her house. She has a very secure yard, safe house, and an honest, loyal, genuine personality. I would highly, highly recommend Lynn Parson if you need a safe place for your pet to stay for the day or for an extended period of time”
– Linda
“Lynn and her staff are so loving and caring with the dogs. We love the home environment instead of a usual kennel. Our golden loved staying with Lynn and would come home happy and exhausted. I love that Lynn sends videos of the dogs playing together. It’s great having a place where you know your dog is happy and well cared for. As an added bonus, Lynn is also a dog trainer – so you can schedule training time while your dog is being boarded! Highly recommend!!!”
– Margie
About the Trainer
Lynn Parson Dog Training is a certified professional dog training business based in Santa Margarita, CA, offering personalized training solutions for dog owners seeking to improve their dog’s behavior and build a stronger bond. Lynn specializes in one-on-one training programs including Lodge & Learn (board and train), private lessons, day school, and in-home lodging where dogs are treated like family. Her approach emphasizes safety, quality care, and individualized attention, avoiding traditional kennels in favor of a home-based environment. She helps dogs with potty training, leash pulling, resource guarding, barking, separation anxiety, and more, while also preparing dogs for Canine Good Citizenship and therapy roles. Lynn’s programs are designed for overwhelmed owners who want structured, effective training without the stress of managing it alone.
In addition to training, Lynn offers lodging services where dogs stay in her home with daily enrichment, socialization, and video updates. Clients can combine lodging with training through the Lodge & Learn program, making it ideal for busy pet parents. She also provides custom gear recommendations and homework packets to reinforce training at home.
Lynn is a Certified Canine Good Citizenship Evaluator, holds certifications in animal first aid and CPR, and is a professional member of the Pet Professional Guild (PPG) and Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT). Her training philosophy is rooted in science, empathy, and ethics, with no use of punitive tools like pinch collars or e-collars. She welcomes all dog types, sizes, ages, and breeds, including seniors and mixed breeds.
Accomplishments
Lynn is a Certified Canine Good Citizenship Evaluator, certified in animal first aid, CPR, and disaster triage, and a member of Pet Professional Guild and APDT. She is pursuing certification through the Bergin Institute of Canine Studies under Judy Luther. She holds a BS in Business and serves on the Board of Directors for Pet Hospice of SLO.
How to Get Started!
Prospective clients are encouraged to book a free 15-minute Discovery Call with Lynn to determine if her services are the right fit for their dog and goals.

Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Morning
- Afternoon
Hours
Monday: 9am-5pm
Tuesday: 9am-5pm
Wednesday: 9am-5pm
Thursday: 9am-5pm
Friday: 9am-5pm
Saturday: 9am-5pm
Sunday: Closed
Certifications
- Credentialed
Associations
- APDT
- PPG
Languages
- English
Misc Features
- wheelchair accessible entrance
- wheelchair accessible parking
Other Services Offered
- Pet boarding service
Location
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