Uncle Mattys Dog Training

Training begins with a free in-home evaluation and temperament testing to customize a plan for each dog. Sessions are conducted in the client’s home and focus on obedience, behavior modification, and family involvement. Training includes repetition, positive reinforcement with love and praise, and no punishment. Progress is tracked across multiple sessions, with optional training in distracting environments like parks. Training continues until the dog reliably responds to commands and the owner understands how to maintain behavior.

Pricing Summary

Pricing is not explicitly listed, but testimonials indicate fees are higher than average, with clients stating “you get what you pay for.” No packages or rates are detailed on the site.

Policies

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Uncle Matty’s Dog Training is a professional in-home dog training service serving the Sacramento area, including Elk Grove, Land Park, Roseville, Granite Bay, El Dorado Hills, and Folsom, CA. Uncle Matty specializes in custom, love-based training using praise, affection, and positive communication to help dogs of all ages and temperaments become well-behaved companions. His approach avoids punishment, yelling, or physical corrections, focusing instead on understanding each dog’s unique personality through temperament testing. He trains dogs for basic obedience, leash walking, potty training, aggression, fearfulness, and other behavioral issues—all in the client’s home to involve the entire family. Uncle Matty also helps clients select dogs and provides ongoing support, with many clients reporting dramatic improvements after just one session. His methods are praised for producing long-lasting results without reliance on treats or harsh tools.

Uncle Matty has trained thousands of dogs over more than 20 years, including service dogs for families with special needs children and therapy dogs. Clients appreciate his direct, honest feedback and his ability to transform anxious, aggressive, or unruly dogs into calm, obedient family members. He emphasizes patience, repetition, and communication from the dog’s perspective, ensuring dogs learn quickly and happily.

Uncle Matty offers 24/7 availability and provides free evaluations to begin the training process.

Accomplishments

Uncle Matty has trained thousands of dogs over more than 20 years, including service dogs for children with special needs and therapy dogs. He is referred to by clients as “every dog’s favorite uncle” and has been recommended by long-term clients who have trained multiple dogs with him. His methods have enabled dogs to pass obedience trials and become certified therapy dogs.

How to Get Started!

Client engagement begins with a free evaluation, which includes a temperament test to assess the dog’s personality and learning style. After the evaluation, training sessions are scheduled in the client’s home to begin customized instruction.