Happy Dog Happy Owner - Positive Pet Parenting

Happy Dog Happy Owner is a San Diego based company dedicated to helping dog owners develop successful relationships with their pets. Obedience training and behavior modification are used to create a well-mannered, attentive dog that is responsive to your cues. We use positive reinforcement training techniques, enabling the training experience to be both productive and fun.

If you would like to learn more about Happy Dog Happy Owner's mission statement, training philosophies, and services offered, please take a moment to view the video below.

Positive reinforcement dog training consists of rewarding your dog for desired behaviors. Rewards can consist of food, toys, play, or praise and should be given immediately following the behavior. Positive reinforcement makes the behavior being rewarded more likely to occur in the future and is one of the most powerful tools for training your pet. It is also fundamental for developing a successful relationship with your pet.

We also take a positive approach to addressing undesired behaviors: jumping, barking, begging for food, digging, etc. We develop a treatment plan that consists of several components. The first is the positive reinforcement of an alternate, desired behavior. This teaches the dog that performing the desired behavior is more rewarding than engaging in the undesired behavior. Next, we determine methods for managing the dog's environment and eliminating the opportunity to perform the undesired behavior. Consistency is critical. Therefore, we customize the plan to fit your lifestyle, ensuring both you and your dog's success.

We can also help with more complex behavior challenges: fear, aggression, and separation anxiety. We use counter-conditioning and desensitization techniques when treating these issues.

If you are interested in using positive reinforcement training techniques with your pet, please view our classes, water sports, and calendar.

You can reach us at: 619-889-8606. You can also contact us at our email address: lara@happydoghappyowner.com. We look forward to hearing from you.

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