Balanced Bay Dog Training

★★★★★★★★★★ 5.0 8 reviews

884 Arlington Ave, Oakland, California 94608

BalancedBasic Obedience & MannersHouse & Crate TrainingPuppy Training & Socialization

884 Arlington Ave, Oakland, California 94608

Overview

FormatArlington Avenue in Oakland, with sessions in San Francisco

Training methodBalanced

About Balanced Bay Dog Training

What they offer

Balanced Bay Dog Training is run by McClain Sullivan, a certified balanced dog trainer and behavior specialist who works with dogs of all temperaments, from puppy basics to reducing leash reactivity and separation anxiety.

Services

Every service starts with an initial consultation to discuss behaviors at home and build a plan. Private lessons follow, and puppy lessons cover crate training, housebreaking schedules, nipping and basic obedience. The stay and train program includes solo trainer sessions with your dog plus owner review sessions each week, and online sessions are available by FaceTime or Zoom.

Training locations

Training is offered in Oakland and San Francisco. Fill out the training application to book a consult.

What they can help with

Consultations

Private lessons

One-on-one sessions tailored to your dog's specific goals.

Puppy training ↗

Early socialization, house-training and first manners for young dogs.

House training

Stay and train

Leash reactivity training ↗

Help for dogs that bite, lunge or react out of fear or aggression.

Separation anxiety training ↗

Easing the panic and destruction some dogs feel when left home alone.

Virtual training

Certifications & verification

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Certified balanced dog trainer and behavior specialist (own claim)

Listed by the trainer — not independently verified.

Reviews

★★★★★★★★★★ 5.0 8 reviews · Google

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Balanced Bay Dog Training — 5.0★ (8 reviews), Oakland Dog Trainer