Business Details
Expert Dog Training in Poway, CA
Good Dog Training School is a canine training organization founded on the principles of positive reinforcement and fostering enjoyable interactions between dogs and their owners. Established by Bob Burkhardt, whose 25 years of expertise shaped our methodology, the school was acquired in 2008 by Lynne Moore, who continues to uphold this philosophy. Our mission focuses on training family dogs by educating their human companions, addressing behavioral challenges such as fear, separation anxiety, leash resistance, and resource guarding.Through tailored programs, we help dogs become integrated, well-mannered members of their households, promoting harmonious pack dynamics. Our approach emphasizes immediate, actionable feedback to correct behaviors, ensuring dogs learn to follow commands reliably and interact calmly with other animals and people. With a legacy spanning decades, we serve San Diego County, offering group classes, private lessons, and specialized rattlesnake avoidance training to enhance canine safety and owner confidence.
Services
Group Classes
Private Lessons
Rattlesnake Avoidance
Beginner Puppy Training
Intermediate Obedience
Advanced Off-Leash Training
Highlights and features
- We utilize proven positive reinforcement techniques developed over 25 years of canine training experience.
- Our programs address specific behavioral issues like separation anxiety and leash resistance through family education.
- Specialized rattlesnake avoidance training protects dogs in Southern California's high-risk environments.
- Private lessons provide personalized solutions for problem behaviors in home or public settings.
- We offer structured group classes from beginner to advanced levels with measurable skill development outcomes.
What people say
Life saver
Effective training
Knowledgeable instructors
Proven techniques
Worth it
Services
Private Lessons
Personalized training sessions conducted in your home or public park address specific behavioral challenges. Our experts teach customized interaction techniques to correct issues like aggression, anxiety, or disobedience. Each hour-long session costs $80, with a free consultation available for newly adopted dogs.
Rattlesnake Avoidance
Specialized clinics teach dogs to recognize and avoid rattlesnakes through immediate feedback techniques. Sessions held in Poway and Ramona cost $80 per dog, with annual refreshers recommended. Testimonials confirm this life-saving training prevents repeat snake encounters in Southern California's high-risk environments.
Group Classes
Structured classes in Poway teach basic to advanced obedience skills for dogs of all ages. Beginner courses cover leash walking and commands, while advanced sessions focus on off-leash control at the Poway Dog Park. Sessions run seasonally with printed training manuals included for consistent home practice.
Beginner Puppy Training
Introductory classes for dogs aged three months and older teach fundamental commands like sit, stay, and come. Owners learn to address common issues including jumping, nipping, and chewing. Classes meet weekly in Poway with homework exercises to reinforce learning between sessions.
Intermediate Training
Canine Good Citizen preparation builds on basic skills with distraction training and AKC title preparation. Dogs learn quiet behavior around others while improving recall and leash manners. Classes emphasize creating a well-mannered companion welcome in all social settings through consistent positive reinforcement methods.
Questions
What training methods do you use?
We use positive reinforcement techniques focusing on immediate feedback and reward-based learning to modify dog behavior.
Which areas do you serve?
We operate throughout San Diego County, including Poway, Ramona, and surrounding communities.
What payment methods are accepted?
We accept payments via Venmo and PayPal for our rattlesnake avoidance classes and private lessons.
Do you offer private training sessions?
Yes, we provide in-home or public park private lessons at $80 per hour to address specific behavioral issues.
What's included in group classes?
Group classes cover basic obedience, Canine Good Citizen preparation, and advanced off-leash training at varying skill levels.
