Nathan Woods, Dog Trainer

Training programs include: 8-session private training (Ultimate Puppy Training, Dog Training 1A), 8-session group training (Dog Training 1B), and VIP intensive programs of 20 or 40 days with or without transport (Dog Training 2A–2D). VIP programs combine full-time training with daily daycare at Loose Pooch. All programs emphasize foundational obedience, recall, leash manners, and behavior modification. Training is structured to build reliability and responsiveness, with ongoing support available after completion.

Pricing Summary

Pricing is structured around package-based training programs: 8-session private or group courses, and intensive VIP programs ranging from 20 to 40 days with or without transport. Specific pricing is not listed publicly; clients are directed to schedule a consultation for details. Additional services like daycare, boarding, and on-site visits are available at separate rates.

Nathan Woods Dog Trainer, established in 2001, offers professional dog training and dog daycare services in Santa Barbara, CA. Nathan has been training dogs full-time since he was a teenager and specializes in achieving high levels of obedience comparable to show-ring standards. His programs include private and group training sessions, intensive VIP board-and-train programs with or without transport, and on-site visits. He also operates Loose Pooch Dog Club, providing limited dog daycare, overnight boarding, and pet-sitting services. Nathan emphasizes building a strong bond between dogs and owners through consistent, results-driven methods that avoid treat-based training, focusing instead on clear communication and positive reinforcement. His clients report dramatic improvements in behavior, including recall, leash manners, and reactivity, with many dogs achieving off-leash freedom and calmness in high-distraction environments.

Nathan’s approach is tailored to individual dogs and owners, whether they have puppies, adolescents, or adult dogs with behavioral challenges such as fearfulness, aggression, or separation anxiety. He is known for his patience, professionalism, and deep connection with dogs, often helping dogs rescued from shelters or facing euthanasia become well-behaved family members. His services extend beyond training to include ongoing support and consultations for the life of the dog.

The business is deeply rooted in the Santa Barbara community, with a reputation for excellence reflected in numerous testimonials from satisfied clients who credit Nathan with transforming their dogs’ lives and their own ability to enjoy them fully.

Accomplishments

Nathan has trained multiple dogs to earn obedience championship titles and has successfully handled dogs in conformation shows. He has helped rescue dogs overcome severe aggression and fear, preventing euthanasia and enabling adoption into loving homes. His clients frequently cite his ability to transform even the most challenging dogs into well-mannered companions.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients are encouraged to schedule an appointment via the booking link to begin with a consultation. Nathan assesses the dog’s behavior and the owner’s goals to recommend the most suitable training program, whether private, group, or VIP intensive.