True Training 101 (w/ Dog Expert Cyd!)

Training begins with a 75-minute Initial Consultation to assess goals, concerns, and create a personalized plan. Follow-up 60-minute sessions build on progress, progressing from basic to advanced skills in low- to high-distraction environments. Programs are ongoing and adaptive, with exercises tailored to the dog’s unique needs. Emphasis is placed on replacing unwanted behaviors with calm alternatives using positive reinforcement. Clients receive continuous feedback and support via email between sessions.

Pricing Summary

Initial Consultation: $250 for 75 minutes. Follow-up sessions: $165/hour. Package of five sessions (IC + four 60-min sessions): $850. Discounts available for bundled sessions. Free discovery call offered.

True Training 101, led by dog expert Cyd, offers in-person, rewards-based dog training services in Pacifica, CA, serving the SF Bay Area. Cyd specializes in behavior modification using 100% force-free, science-based methods to help dogs feel safe, calm, and confident in everyday situations. Training focuses on real-life scenarios like leash walking, reactivity, fearfulness, and recall—even in high-distraction environments like near dead animals or busy parks. Sessions are customized to each dog’s personality, lifestyle, and needs, with an emphasis on building a strong owner-dog relationship through communication and cooperation, similar to family therapy. Cyd provides initial consultations and follow-up sessions, with packages available to support ongoing progress. She also offers free resources including eBooks, blog articles, videos, and a free micro-guide to help dog owners begin addressing issues immediately.

Cyd is an Accredited Dog Trainer with IAABC and a Certified Behavior Consultant Canine – Knowledge Assessed (CBCC-KA), reflecting nine years of dedicated study and expertise in positive reinforcement training. She emphasizes practical, low-effort techniques that fit into busy lifestyles, helping owners make small, consistent changes that lead to lasting results. Her methods reduce stress for both dogs and owners, replacing unwanted behaviors with calm, desired ones using rewards like treats, play, and calm energy.

Clients report significant improvements in anxiety, reactivity, leash pulling, fearfulness, and recall, with many dogs no longer needing medication after training. Cyd provides follow-up support via email and adjusts plans based on progress, ensuring long-term success without rigid scheduling or pressure.

Accomplishments

Cyd is a Certified Behavior Consultant Canine – Knowledge Assessed (CBCC-KA) and an Accredited Dog Trainer with IAABC, earned after nine years of intensive study and practice. She has successfully trained dogs to achieve 99.9% recall even away from dead animals using 100% reward-based methods. Her methods have helped dogs overcome severe fear, reactivity, and anxiety, with many clients reporting dogs no longer needing medication.

How to Get Started!

Begin with a complimentary Discovery Call to discuss your dog’s needs. After the call, schedule a 75-minute Initial Consultation ($250) to create a customized training plan. Follow-up sessions are scheduled based on progress and availability.