Any recommended trainers in the East Bay Area CA?

Chrysler79 · 05-27-2009, 10:43 PM

Looking for a good trainer. Our last one didn't work for us due to time and distance. And my wife was intimidated by him. I'll keep searching, but the advice on this forum is pretty great.

Kayla's Dad · 05-27-2009, 10:52 PM

Check out these two:

Very popular. Founded by Ian Dunbar, they have many class locations around the Bay Area:
Sirius Dog training

I ended up putting Lancer through his puppy class here locations in Redwood City-Wednesday evening and Saturday at an outdoor location:
Rav N Dog Training

Chrysler79 · 05-27-2009, 11:05 PM

Thanks I'll take a look. It's tough because of my work schedule. I'm often out of town.

Kayla's Dad · 05-27-2009, 11:25 PM

I just noticed your dog is two. I was thinking puppy when I made those suggestions.

What type/level of training are you looking for your dog. I think Sirius may start at the puppy level and work through the levels. The second place does classes at various levels.

Depending on what you are looking for, may have a couple of other suggestions and others may pop in.

doggonefool · 05-28-2009, 01:13 AM

These are a couple that I've heard of.

John O'Connor I actually worked with; I have River who is fearful agressive and about 2 years old. He worked with me for about 3 hrs ($150.00/hr) and he gave me some very useful tips on handling a dog that is as unpredictable in behavior as River. He is not what you would call 'Relationship Based Training' and some of his advice was difficult for me to follow as I didn't feel like River or I really liked behaving that way but it was totally worth it for us as I had never handled a dog like River before. Her life is totally in my hands - if I can't handle her or prevent her from biting someone, I will lose her so his training was invaluable at the time that we went.

I went to him by myself and didn't find him to be overly domineering or intimidating but his approach is more of a 'Pack Leader/Disciplinary' approach. Not quite as strong as Cesar Milan but not 'It's me or the Dog' (sorry, can't remember her name) material either. I went with John O'Connor on the recommendation of a few people that I talked to. He's in Martinez.

John O'Connor

I've also met Kathryn Horn but haven't trained with her. She is in a Relationship Based Training method instructed by Suzanne Clothier. I think that she's also in the Alameda/Oakland area. I actually met her at a seminar that Suzanne Clothier was giving. I was fortunate to have River be called in at the last minute as a demo dog. We spent a full weekend working with River. I really liked that approach to training; for me my relationship with my dogs is what it all boils down to. Kathryn may be able to recommend someone who trains by that method if you are not in her area.

Kathryn Horn

I spoke with Shane Garrity but couldn't really get a good feel for his training approach. He was much less expensive, I think $80.00 an hour. He's in Blackhawk.

Shane Garrity

Good Luck

acspears · 08-20-2009, 07:51 PM

great info!

wondering if anyone else knows any other trainers in the east bay area of california? thanks!

Smithie86 · 08-20-2009, 08:15 PM

What part of the East Bay?

Would check out Sara Hitchens at Menlo Park SCH club. She is great.

05-27-2009, 10:43 PM	#1 (permalink)
Chrysler79 New Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Nor California Posts: 16	Any recommended trainers in the East Bay Area CA? Looking for a good trainer. Our last one didn't work for us due to time and distance. And my wife was intimidated by him. I'll keep searching, but the advice on this forum is pretty great. __________________ Lesharo Von Marshall GSD - 2 years Moby GSD/Black lab Mix - 8 years

05-27-2009, 10:52 PM	#2 (permalink)
Kayla's Dad Knighted Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 2,831	Re: Any recommended trainers in the East Bay Area CA? Check out these two: Very popular. Founded by Ian Dunbar, they have many class locations around the Bay Area: Sirius Dog training I ended up putting Lancer through his puppy class here locations in Redwood City-Wednesday evening and Saturday at an outdoor location: Rav N Dog Training __________________ Samuel Kayla 02/12/05 Lancer 05/01/08

05-27-2009, 11:05 PM	#3 (permalink)
Chrysler79 New Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Nor California Posts: 16	Re: Any recommended trainers in the East Bay Area CA? Thanks I'll take a look. It's tough because of my work schedule. I'm often out of town. __________________ Lesharo Von Marshall GSD - 2 years Moby GSD/Black lab Mix - 8 years

05-27-2009, 11:25 PM	#4 (permalink)
Kayla's Dad Knighted Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 2,831	Re: Any recommended trainers in the East Bay Area CA? I just noticed your dog is two. I was thinking puppy when I made those suggestions. What type/level of training are you looking for your dog. I think Sirius may start at the puppy level and work through the levels. The second place does classes at various levels. Depending on what you are looking for, may have a couple of other suggestions and others may pop in. __________________ Samuel Kayla 02/12/05 Lancer 05/01/08

05-28-2009, 01:13 AM	#5 (permalink)
doggonefool Master Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Northern California Posts: 528	Re: Any recommended trainers in the East Bay Area CA? These are a couple that I've heard of. John O'Connor I actually worked with; I have River who is fearful agressive and about 2 years old. He worked with me for about 3 hrs ($150.00/hr) and he gave me some very useful tips on handling a dog that is as unpredictable in behavior as River. He is not what you would call 'Relationship Based Training' and some of his advice was difficult for me to follow as I didn't feel like River or I really liked behaving that way but it was totally worth it for us as I had never handled a dog like River before. Her life is totally in my hands - if I can't handle her or prevent her from biting someone, I will lose her so his training was invaluable at the time that we went. I went to him by myself and didn't find him to be overly domineering or intimidating but his approach is more of a 'Pack Leader/Disciplinary' approach. Not quite as strong as Cesar Milan but not 'It's me or the Dog' (sorry, can't remember her name) material either. I went with John O'Connor on the recommendation of a few people that I talked to. He's in Martinez. John O'Connor I've also met Kathryn Horn but haven't trained with her. She is in a Relationship Based Training method instructed by Suzanne Clothier. I think that she's also in the Alameda/Oakland area. I actually met her at a seminar that Suzanne Clothier was giving. I was fortunate to have River be called in at the last minute as a demo dog. We spent a full weekend working with River. I really liked that approach to training; for me my relationship with my dogs is what it all boils down to. Kathryn may be able to recommend someone who trains by that method if you are not in her area. Kathryn Horn I spoke with Shane Garrity but couldn't really get a good feel for his training approach. He was much less expensive, I think $80.00 an hour. He's in Blackhawk. Shane Garrity Good Luck __________________ Carol, the Foster Failure My Pack BSD Ranger (4/2001), A.Husky Loki (12/2007), A.Husky Jukka (12/2007), GSD River (8/2006?) Rainbow Bridge: Whimsey(4/2004-7/7/2008), Sparkie(6/1990-8/2005), Draco(10/1989-11/2004) Smokie(3/1997-7/2003)

08-20-2009, 07:51 PM	#6 (permalink)
acspears New Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 3	Re: Any recommended trainers in the East Bay Area CA? great info! wondering if anyone else knows any other trainers in the east bay area of california? thanks!

08-20-2009, 08:15 PM	#7 (permalink)
Smithie86 Crowned Member Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Nashville, TN and Budapest HU Posts: 3,810	Re: Any recommended trainers in the East Bay Area CA? What part of the East Bay? Would check out Sara Hitchens at Menlo Park SCH club. She is great. __________________ Sue www.k9imports.com V KK1 Molinari Enzo SCH3,IPO3,VK3,FH(WUSVx3, FCIx4) HOT KK1 Frodo v Biezenhoeve SCH3,IPO3,HPO3 (WUSVx2, FCIx2)HOT KK1 Tarnoki-Felvigyazo Quamatz SCH3 (HOT), KK1 Griff v Tajgetosz SCH3(BHOT)

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