The Loved Dog
Ranked #18 in Los Angeles and #316 in California
Service area: The Loved Dog is located in the heart of Los Angeles and serves all surrounding cities, including Santa Monica, Los Angeles, Culver City, Beverly Hills, Westwood, Brentwood, Century City, Hollywood, Marina Del Rey, Pacific Palisades, Palms, Sherman Oaks, Calabasas, Playa Vista, Venice, West Los Angeles, Bel Air, Cheviot Hills, El Segundo, Hawthorne, Inglewood, Manhattan Beach, Mar Vista, Torrance, West Hollywood, Westchester, Hermosa Beach, Long Beach, Agoura Hills, Malibu, Redondo Beach, Topanga, Van Nuys, and Westlake Village. Their facilities are in West Los Angeles Hills and Bel Air.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Service Dog
- Therapy Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Jumping on People
- Barking Excessively
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- In-Home
- Board and Train
- Day Training
- Video Calls
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
- Intensive Program
Types of Dogs
- Small
- Medium
- Large
- Giant
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Positive Reinforcement Only
The Loved Dog offers a range of training programs based on Tamar Geller’s “The Loved Dog™” method, which focuses on teaching dogs life skills for self-regulation and good decision-making through fun games, clear communication, mutual respect, and love. They do not use commands or painful tools like choke chains.
Services include virtual dog training via Skype/Zoom, a “Dog Training Vacation” which is a board and train program, and private in-home dog training sessions tailored to the specific needs of the dog and family. Additionally, they offer an “Exclusive Day Care with Tamar Geller” option, where dogs receive ongoing manners refreshers and behavioral coaching throughout the day. The daycare facility is cage-free and emphasizes positive socialization.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
The business states that dogs receive “all the play and love in the world for one inclusive price.” Specific pricing details or rates are not provided.
Policies
The Loved Dog operates a cage-free facility for daycare and boarding, stating, “We will never lock your dog in a cage or a suite, and force them to nap.” No explicit cancellation or rescheduling policies are provided.
Testimonials
“This book affirmed some of the training methods I intuited and taught me other techniques that are invaluable. If you are looking for an alternative to the mainstream/commercialized training techniques that seem a bit harsh, then this method is for you.”
– Aileen C
“Tamar, how to thank you and your assistant, Cricket, for an amazing session this weekend. What a privilege to come to home base with Rudie and Ellie, meet your small pack of house guests, and learn so much. We had all assumed our newest rescue, Ellie, was just more pizazzy, doggyish and fast-paced than our more Zen Rudie. After all, pulling me down the street in a daily Iditarod meant she still had puppy impulses. Territorial food and toy snaps meant she just needed a bit of social fine-tuning. She’s a little barky. More of a ‘watch dog’. Or so we thought. She’s such an extraordinary, expressive, playful, sweet glutton for pets and scratches. And smart as the Dickens. What a revelation to find out her every move is informed by fear. Her adorable Martha Graham bows. Her stiff hind legs when accepting treats. The lack of focus and sheer horsepower on walks. It’s not just the squirrels and the smells! You helped us so much with Rudie. How quickly we forget what a wee bundle of insecurities she was, fresh out of the shelter. That you were again able to cast a light was profound. I am filled with empathy for this girl. I’m super excited about the pleasure principle. By practicing basic games with both girls, we will try to master focus and create tons of POSITIVE associations. Then we will really dig in with walking on leash. Fingers crossed we can meet their needs. There’s something divine going on at Chez Geller. Kisses from Luca was like receiving the benediction! I love how you empower the most misunderstood dogs to love on their own, with respect and space and understanding. I loved being inside that vital little ballet. Frankly, it must be exhausting, constantly steering them, coaching them, explaining, teaching and rewarding them, like a gaggle of toddlers! Knowing now how common fear-related issues are, I can’t understand why any ‘trainer’ would ever use a device of pain like a prong collar. Makes no sense. I am so grateful for all you have done for our little family. For showing us the light and opening us up to all our potential. So much love and respect!”
– Allison R
“I never actually realized that taking my dog to daycare would do so much good for him. I think most people probably feel the same way I used to about taking hteir dogs to daycare-guilty. But The Loved Dog really changed my way of thinking. The Loved Dog isn’t flashy and fancy like some of the other daycares out there. But there is a huge difference that I didn’t realize at first. While your dog is at The Loved Dog, he is learning. The staff at The Loved Dog are trained using Tamar Geller’s Loved Dog method. In turn, they train your dog! The staff doesn’t stand around with a spray bottle waiting to break up a fight. Instead, I watched as an attendant said something and all the dogs scattered. I was so impressed!! The dogs seem happy there. There’s no cages, no forced nap times etc. I know my dog used to bark at any dog we came across. But now he goes to The Loved Dog to get socialized. I really put it to the test when I took him to a dog Halloween parade and my dog didn’t bark at the other dogs! It was such a relief. Thank you Loved Dog!!!!”
– Stephanie P
About the Trainer
The Loved Dog is a dog training business founded by Tamar Geller, a New York Times bestselling author and “Life Coach for Dogs and their People,” as described by Oprah Winfrey. Tamar Geller developed “The Loved Dog™” method almost 30 years ago, drawing on her background as an intelligence officer in the Israeli Special Forces and observations of wolves in the wild. This method focuses on teaching dogs essential life skills, empowering them to self-regulate and make good decisions, rather than simply obeying commands.
The training approach emphasizes building a relationship based on love, devotion, clear communication, mutual respect, and fun, utilizing stress-free, game-based coaching. The Loved Dog method rejects the use of painful collars and choke chains, advocating for kindness and compassion in dog education. It is the only training method endorsed by The Humane Society of the United States.
The Loved Dog offers various services including virtual dog training via Skype/Zoom, “Dog Training Vacation” (board and train programs), private in-home dog training, and exclusive dog daycare. Their daycare facility, established in 1996, was Southern California’s first cage-free doggy daycare and boarding center, where dogs are coached on manners and behaviors throughout the day. They also provide dog grooming and pet boarding services.
Tamar Geller is also known for her philanthropic work, having founded The Loved World Foundation by Tamar Geller, which includes programs like Operation Heroes & Hounds™ to aid injured military veterans and shelter dogs, and “Another Chance for Love”TM for juvenile prisoners. Her staff are trained in her Loved Dog Method, which she has used with numerous celebrity clients.
Accomplishments
Tamar Geller is a New York Times bestselling author of “The Loved Dog: The Playful Nonaggressive Way to Teach Your Dog Good Behavior” and “30 Days to a Well-Mannered Dog.” She is recognized by Oprah Winfrey as “A Life Coach for Dogs and their People.” Tamar’s background includes serving as an intelligence officer in the Israeli Special Forces.
She has trained dogs for numerous celebrity clients, including Ben Affleck, Oprah Winfrey, Larry King, Jon Stewart, Ellen DeGeneres, Julianne Hough, Charlize Theron, Natalie Portman, Reese Witherspoon, Jennifer Aniston, Ryan Seacrest, and Portia De Rossi. Tamar has made extensive TV appearances on shows such as The Today Show, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN’s Larry King Live, The Ellen DeGeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Entertainment Tonight, Access Hollywood, E!, LIVE with Regis and Kelly, 20/20, and HLNtv.com.
Tamar Geller founded The Loved World Foundation by Tamar Geller, which includes the Operation Heroes & Hounds™ program for injured military veterans and shelter dogs, and “Another Chance for Love”TM for juvenile prisoners. In 1996, she opened The Loved Dog Center, which was Southern California’s first cage-free doggy daycare and boarding facility.
How to Get Started!
Prospective clients are encouraged to contact The Loved Dog by phone for inquiries or to book services. For daycare, there is a thorough screening and evaluation process for dogs to ensure compatibility within the cage-free environment. The business invites individuals to “Unleash Love & Happiness – Get Started Now.”
Contact Information
Associations
- Accredited
Misc Features
Other Services Offered
- Dog day care center
- Pet boarding service
- Pet groomer