Stay ‘n Touch Dog Training
Service area: Serves Oakland, Alameda, San Leandro, and Hayward; offers Zoom sessions for clients outside the area.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Fearfulness
- Separation Anxiety
- Barking Excessively
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- In-Home
- Video Calls
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
Types of Dogs
- Small
- Medium
- Large
- Giant
- Terriers
- Doodles
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
- ✓ Obstacle Courses
Clients begin with a free phone consultation, followed by a 1-hour initial assessment at home or at their facility. Based on the assessment, most clients opt for a 4-week ongoing plan with weekly 1-hour sessions. Communication via text or email is included. One-off sessions are available for those not ready for a package. Limited walk-and-train and daycare-and-train services are offered after assessment completion.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Phone consultation is free. Initial assessment is $155. A 4-week training plan costs $400. One-off sessions are $120. Walk-and-train and daycare-and-train services are available upon request with pricing TBD.
Testimonials
“I have two fur babies and recently my grand pup moved in… Ami is that trainer, she is wise patient and aware. In just a few sessions we have gained a ton of Confidence in correcting them and teaching them what we need from them.”
– Client
“Ami has been incredibly helpful in training my nervous puppy… With Ami’s help, he has gone from trembling and refusing to leave the house to confidently walking in the neighborhood.”
– Client
“Our dog had some behavioral issues on walks… We have seen more progress with Ami than we could have imagined. She has helped us as much as she has helped our dog.”
– Client
About the Trainer
Stay ‘n Touch Dog Training is a positive reinforcement-focused dog training business based in Oakland, CA, led by certified trainer Ami. They help dog owners in urban environments build safe, confident, and joyful relationships with their dogs using reward-based methods. Ami specializes in behavior modification for issues like reactivity, fearfulness, leash pulling, and separation anxiety, and she tailors training plans to fit each dog’s unique needs. The business offers private lessons, home visits, and virtual sessions via Zoom for clients outside the service area. They do not use prong, shock, or noise collars and actively support clients transitioning away from aversive tools. Their approach emphasizes understanding dog behavior, building trust, and empowering owners with practical skills.
They also provide limited walk-and-train and daycare-and-train services for clients who have completed an initial assessment. Ami is known for her compassionate, patient, and communicative style, often sharing updates and photos with clients to celebrate progress. The team is committed to ethical, science-based training and fosters a supportive environment for both dogs and their families.
Accomplishments
Ami is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) through CCPDT, holds a BSc in Zoology, and is a professional member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT). She is insured and bonded.
How to Get Started!
Begin by filling out the new client inquiry form. After submission, you will be contacted to schedule a free 10–15 minute phone consultation to discuss your dog’s needs and begin creating a training plan.
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Free Consultation
Contact Information
Certifications
- CPDT-KA
Associations
- APDT
Languages
- English
Misc Features
- wheelchair accessible entrance
- wheelchair accessible parking
Other Services Offered
- Dog day care center
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