Dog Training & Behavior Modification
Dog Trainer in San Francisco and the Peninsula
Private, in-home dog training for city dogs and the people who love them. I help you build clear communication and real trust with your dog, so walks, visitors, parks, and everyday life get easier.
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Training approach
Relationship-Based Dog Training for City Life
My dog training approach is relationship-based. It's built on clear communication and mutual trust between you and your dog. I start by understanding your dog's needs and body language, then use consistent cues and practical routines that lower stress and confusion for both of you.
Urban life is its own kind of hard. Every neighborhood, household, and dog is different, so you need a trainer who can get creative. Together we build trust, set clear boundaries, make a management plan that fits your home, and practice skills that work in your real day, from busy sidewalks to off-leash freedom in parks and on trails.
Structure
Clear rules and routines, so your dog knows what's expected at home and out the door.
Foundation
Skills taught somewhere easy first, then proofed with real distractions, distance, and city noise.
Freedom
A dog you can trust on the sidewalk, in the park, and off leash where it's allowed.
My services
Dog Training Services in San Francisco
Whether you're starting puppy basics, working through leash reactivity, building off-leash obedience, or getting ready for a big change like a new home or a new baby, there's a training option that fits your dog and your schedule.
Service
Private 1:1 Lessons
Consultation $250Intro six-pack $1,150
Start with a 60-minute consultation, in person or online. Then six private lessons built around your dog and your daily life, with weekly office hours between lessons.
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Board and Train
$900–$1,200 per week
From brush-ups while you travel to full behavior modification. Every program includes 6 follow-up lessons so the training carries over at home.
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E-Collar Off-Leash Training
6-lesson packE-collar included
We set off-leash goals at your consultation and build the foundation first. The e-collar and leash are included, and it pairs with day training or board and train.
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Day Training
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I pick your dog up and work with them one-on-one, then keep you in the loop with text and video updates. Spaces are limited.
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Help for Reactive, Fearful, and Distracted Dogs
Most of my work is with dogs who've made the outside world hard: pulling, lunging, barking at everything, or checking out the moment something more interesting shows up.
Loose Leash Walking
A walk you don't have to brace for.
Leash Reactivity
Lunging, barking, and spinning at dogs, people, or traffic.
Dog-to-Dog Aggression
Dogs who can't be near other dogs without it going wrong.
Fear and Anxiety
Dogs who shut down, hide, or panic in the city.
Puppy Foundations
Getting it right the first time instead of undoing it later.
Obedience That Holds Up Outside
Recall, place, and manners that work past the front door.
Reviews
What San Francisco Dog Owners Say
“I can't recommend Kim enough! She is knowledgeable, responsive, and tailored the sessions to what my dog needed. The tools and techniques I learned were very helpful, and training seemed like it created more of a bond through quality time with my dog than just a walk.”
Steven T. and Lila · Yelp“Kim's well-rounded, balanced approach to dog training has been such a great fit for us, and we've seen incredible progress.”
Dani R. and Goose · Yelp“She is great with dogs and humans… provides clear instructions during lessons and follows up to see how you and your dog are doing.”
Rachel and Dash · YelpWhere I train
Dog Training Across San Francisco and the Bay Area
I come to you, and we train where your dog actually lives: your home, your block, and the parks you use every day. Board and train is open to dogs from across the Bay Area and beyond.
Questions
Dog Training FAQ
How do I get started?
Every new client starts with a 60-minute consultation ($250), in person or online. We look at your dog's behavior, routine, home, and goals, then build a plan.
What comes after the consultation?
New clients start with an intro six-pack of lessons ($1,150) over about three months. After that, you can keep going with a discounted three-pack or six-pack.
Do you use e-collars or other tools?
Yes, when they're the right fit for your dog and you. I use rewards and tools like e-collars, prong collars, and Starmark collars, and your dog always learns a tool before it's used anywhere hard.
Do you offer board and train?
Yes. Board and train runs $900–$1,200 per week depending on program length, and includes 6 follow-up lessons. Learn more.
Let's Talk About Your Dog
Tell me what's going on, and we'll figure out the best path forward for you and your dog.
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