Sniff Squad Dog Training

Sniff Squad offers four main programs: Day Training Camp (5-day/week, all-day training with socialization in natural and public settings, 2-week minimum), Board & Train (overnight boarding with daily training, 1 human session per week, max 2 dogs/night), Private Training (60-minute sessions at studio or home, scheduled on weekdays afternoons or weekends mornings), and Dog Daycare (Mon–Fri, 5+ hours, max 10 dogs/day with structured play). All programs include obedience, behavior modification, and socialization. The Day Training Camp is their most popular program, emphasizing a non-kennel, immersive learning environment.

Pricing Summary

Day Training Camp: $165/day for 2 weeks (10 days), $150/day for 3+ weeks. Board & Train: $250/day (5-day minimum). Private Training: $135/session; packages: Basic (6 sessions = $780), Intermediate (9 = $1100), Advanced (12 = $1440). Dog Daycare: $45/day or $650/month unlimited. In-person evaluation: $125 (applied to training balance). Phone evaluation: free.

Policies

The in-person evaluation fee of $125 is applied to the balance of purchased training. All dogs must be fully vaccinated. Pick-up and drop-off are included for Day Training Camp and Dog Daycare; available for Board & Train at an additional charge. No explicit cancellation policy is stated.

Sniff Squad Dog Training is a dog training business founded and operated by Todd, a dedicated and experienced dog trainer based in Santa Barbara and Goleta, CA. Todd offers personalized dog training services designed to build a strong, cooperative bond between dogs and their owners through structure, positive engagement, and balanced training methods. Services include private training, day training camp (their most popular program), board and train, dog daycare, and overnight boarding—all conducted in a clean, home-like environment rather than a traditional kennel. Todd emphasizes practical, convenient, and fun training tailored to busy lifestyles, with sessions held at their training studio or in relevant real-world locations. He personally trains all dogs, ensuring consistency and personalized attention, with a maximum of 5 dogs in the day training camp and 2 dogs per night in boarding. Todd also educates owners on canine behavior and communication to foster long-term success. The business prioritizes compassion, understanding, and individualized learning for each dog.

Todd uses a balanced approach to training, incorporating positive reinforcement along with corrections using tools like slip-leashes, prong collars, and e-collars (used subtly and humanely). He focuses on teaching essential skills such as obedience, leash manners, behavior modification, and recall, while also addressing issues like jumping, biting, reactivity, and separation anxiety. All dogs must be fully vaccinated, and services are available for puppies (4 months and up) through adult dogs.

Sniff Squad offers a free phone evaluation and a paid in-person home evaluation ($125, applied to training costs) to begin the process. Todd holds a degree from UC Santa Barbara and has extensive international experience working with dogs and humans, including founding a dog adventure daycare and working at a cage-free dog athletic club.

Accomplishments

Todd is a graduate of the University of California, Santa Barbara, and has worked internationally with dogs and humans, including founding a dog adventure daycare and managing a cage-free dog athletic club. He brings over a decade of hands-on experience in dog training and behavior.

How to Get Started!

Begin with a free 15-minute phone evaluation or a 1-hour in-person home evaluation for $125 (credited toward training). Bookings are made through their online calendar. The evaluation helps determine the best training program for the dog and owner.