Dog Training in Lucas Valley

Dog Trainer in Lucas Valley, San Rafael

Private, in-home dog training in Lucas Valley, San Rafael. I come to you, and we train on your block, in your home, and in the places you actually walk your dog.

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Training in Lucas Valley

Dog Training Around Lucas Valley

Lucas Valley stretches west along Lucas Valley Road, with homes backed up against open hills. Training happens where your dog lives: neighborhood streets, trailheads, and open space.

Lucas Valley Preserve

Marin County open space farther out Lucas Valley Road. Marin County open space rules: dogs stay leashed on trails, and can be off leash on fire roads only under voice control, with a leash on hand.

Loma Verde Preserve

Nearby county open space with the same dog rules, good for practicing recall on fire roads.

Neighborhood Loops

Quiet streets close to home, where we build the basics before taking them to the trail.

My services

Dog Training Services in Lucas Valley

Every new client starts with a consultation, then a plan built around your dog, your home, and your neighborhood.

Service

Private 1:1 Lessons

Consultation $250Intro six-pack $1,150

A 60-minute consultation, in person or online, then six private lessons over about three months. Returning clients can keep going with a discounted three-pack or six-pack.

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Board and Train

$900–$1,200 per week

From brush-ups while you travel to full behavior modification, with 6 follow-up lessons included.

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E-Collar Off-Leash Training

6-lesson packE-collar included

We build the foundation first, then work toward off-leash reliability where it's allowed.

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Day Training

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I pick your dog up and work with them one-on-one, with text and video updates. Spaces are limited.

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What I work on

Help for Lucas Valley Dogs Who Find the World Hard

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 out in the world.

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.

Questions

Lucas Valley Dog Training FAQ

Do you come to Lucas Valley?

Yes. Private lessons happen in your home and around your neighborhood, so your dog learns in the real places you live and walk.

How do I get started?

Every new client starts with a 60-minute consultation ($250), then an intro six-pack of lessons ($1,150) over about three months.

Do you use tools like e-collars?

Yes, when they're the right fit for your dog and you. I use rewards and tools, 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, with 6 follow-up lessons included.

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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