Gary Maria Professional Dog Training

★★★★★★★★★★ 5.0 69 reviews

301 N San Carlos Dr, Walnut Creek, California 94598

Positive reinforcementAggression & Bite PreventionBasic Obedience & MannersPuppy Training & Socialization

301 N San Carlos Dr, Walnut Creek, California 94598

Overview

FormatHeather Farm on North San Carlos Drive in Walnut Creek

Training methodPositive reinforcement

About Gary Maria Professional Dog Training

What they offer

Gary Maria Professional Dog Training works from Heather Farm in Walnut Creek and describes itself as the trusted name in dog training for over 45 years. Programs cover puppy development for puppies of 10 to 20 weeks, basic dog obedience for manners and control, advanced off-leash obedience, and behavior modification.

Behavior work

Behavior modification addresses unwanted behavior such as aggression toward people, separation anxiety and resource guarding. Gary combines positive-reinforcement techniques with coaching for the owner, so the owner understands what triggers negative behaviors and learns to communicate clearly and consistently.

Getting started

Programs are customized for each owner and dog, and clients describe completing a three-level course. Book or send an inquiry to discuss which level fits your dog.

What they can help with

Puppy training ↗

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

Basic obedience ↗

Sit, stay, recall and reliable commands, from beginner to advanced.

Off-leash training ↗

Calming a dog that barks or lunges at other dogs or people while on leash.

Behavior modification ↗

Behavior modification for unwanted or problem habits.

Aggression 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.

Resource guarding

Protection and personal-defense work for suitable dogs.

Reviews

★★★★★★★★★★ 5.0 69 reviews · Google

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Gary Maria Professional Dog Training — 5.0★ (69 reviews), Walnut Creek Dog Trainer