Team Floppy Ears

Team Floppy Ears offers intensive 3-week board and train programs tailored to each dog’s needs. Programs include foundational obedience (sit, stay, heel, leave it), leash walking, recall, socialization, confidence building, kennel and potty training, and behavior rehabilitation. Training begins with relationship building and uses engagement and marker training to establish clear communication. Owners receive hands-on instruction upon pickup to continue progress at home. Lifetime refresher lessons are included. Specialized programs include puppy training, dangerous dog rehabilitation, and off-leash reliability. All programs are customized based on the dog’s age, breed, and behavioral goals.

Pricing Summary

Board and train programs range from $2,500 for dogs 6 months and over, $3,200 for puppies under 6 months, $3,500 for dangerous dog programs, and $4,500 for off-leash reliability. Boarding is $80/night ($100/holiday). Lifetime support included with all training programs. Free 30-minute consultations offered.

Team Floppy Ears is a family-owned dog training business based in Corona, California, founded in 2019 by Chad and Kyla, who have been training dogs for over 8 years. They specialize in board and train programs, offering intensive, customized training for dogs of all breeds, ages, and behavior levels—including reactivity, fearfulness, aggression, and obedience issues. Their approach is balanced, combining positive reinforcement with clear corrections to build trust, confidence, and communication between dogs and owners. They provide lifetime support and refresher lessons after every program. In addition to training, they offer pet boarding with a safe, spacious, and supervised facility, where dogs enjoy daily playtime and climate-controlled kennels. They also offer virtual training via Zoom and Patreon content for ongoing learning. Their team includes certified professionals with hands-on experience training over a thousand dogs, and they prioritize the dog’s long-term well-being and the owner’s ability to maintain progress at home.

They serve clients across Southern California and welcome all dog types, from puppies to seniors, including small, medium, large, and giant breeds. Their programs are designed to be comprehensive, covering manners, socialization, recall, leash walking, kennel training, and behavior rehabilitation. They also offer specialized programs for dangerous dogs, puppies, and off-leash reliability.

Team Floppy Ears is known for their personal, family-centered approach, with all team members deeply invested in each dog’s transformation. They provide free 30-minute consultations and emphasize transparency, honesty, and ongoing support.

They also sell branded apparel and custom leashes, and maintain an active Instagram presence under #TEAMFLOPPYEARS.

Accomplishments

Kyla holds a Bachelor’s in Social and Behavioral Sciences and Law from Penn State University, is a certified AKC CGC Evaluator, and a professional member of IACP. Her dog Jax is a certified Canine Good Citizen and medical alert dog. Chad has trained over 1,000 dogs and was a professional baseball player in the St. Louis Cardinals organization. The team has successfully transformed hundreds of dogs with severe behavioral issues and received consistent recognition for their results and client support.

How to Get Started!

Client engagement begins with a free 30-minute consultation to assess the dog’s needs and discuss program options. After the consultation, clients can book a board and train program or boarding service through the website. Follow-up sessions and refresher lessons are available at any time.