Certified Dog Trainers in West Hills, California

Dianna L. Santos, CPDT-KA, KPA-CTP, CNWI is the Owner and Lead Instructor of Scent Work University, an online training platform focused on providing excellent dog training, dog sports and Scent Work training resources to dog owners, trainers, instructors, trial officials and trial hosts. Offering an extensive library of online courses, seminars, webinars, training tidbits, eBooks, articles, blogs and podcasts, Scent Work University likely offers what you are looking for. Interested in getting started in Scent Work? Already underway in your sniffing journey but looking to develop more advanced skills? Interested in trialing or already competing in the upper levels? Perhaps you are looking for general dog training or dog sport resources? Our Pet Dog U program is precisely what you need! Dianna is also the President and Co-Founder of Cyber Scent Work, a competition organization which offers both in-person and virtual titling options. The goal with Cyber Scent Work is to promote more dog and handler teams playing the Scent Work game and reaping all the benefits which come along with it.

After earning her degree in Exotic Animal Training from Moorpark College in 1989, Laura has dedicated herself to enriching the lives of people and their pets using only positive techniques. She is a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (CDBC) through the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants, and a Certified Training Partner through the Karen Pryor Academy (KPA-CTP).

Getting a new puppy? Does your dog have some problem behaviors you would like to correct? Well, I am here to help. I am a Certified Dog Trainer with much experience training puppies (basic commands, potty training, loose leash walking, etc) and reducing problem behaviors (jumping, barking, fear or aggression, etc.) Are you going on vacation and need a home away from home for your pup? Do you hate leaving your dog home alone all day while you are at work? Well, you are in luck! I also provide pet sitting, dog walking, dog boarding and doggy day care services in my large West Hills home, with all the amenities for your pup, including a large interior and large grassy backyard just minutes away from several parks.

Offering private consultations & in-home lessons to help you & your dog work together as a team. Extra time & training available for puppies. Behavioral understanding of dog psychology & breed traits helps control problem behaviors as they arise.