I think it’s safe to say that you love your dog. Besides being adorable, he's always there for you, tail wagging, eyes bright, ready to give you unconditional love. Your dog makes you laugh, smile…put simply, our pets are an important part of your family, of your life, and they need your love and attention, always.


Which is why it’s harder to accept those times when they start to frustrate the life out of you. Moments when they become the hardest to deal with—pulling on their leashes during dog walks…jumping up, barking at, even snapping at your guests…chewing and ripping up items in your home…breaking your heart because they’re not housebroken....

Read a lot books? Fine tune and sort out the training information by authors such as Ian Dunbar, Brian Kilcommons, Karen Pryor, Monks of New Skete and others.

With every single “L.A. Dog” Training Program, I will offer you these valuable lessons:

• How to “read” your dog’s body language—I’ll show you exactly what your dog’s ear, leg and tail movements mean, how to read their breathing patterns and the best ways to deal with them.

• How to break understanding your dog’s behavior into smaller, much more understandable portions, so that you and your dog can communicate clearly.

• 2008 is my 23rd year where I've helped improve the behavior of puppies and dogs in Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Culver City, and Venice. Major improvements that have led to happier, healthier and better-behaved pets, and more affectionate and loving relationships between dogs and their owners.

For over 22 years, I’ve personally worked with more than 3,500 dogs, puppies and their owners as a dog trainer in Los Angeles. Through  unique and customized private dog training, performed in the convenient and familiar surroundings of your home, you can soon resolve your dog’s problem behavior and build a more loving and understanding relationship with your pet. As West Los Angeles veterinarian Steven Ettinger, says: "Client after client returns with only the finest compliments about Bill's abilities as a dog trainer of both the dog and the family.

Why Choose “LA Dog Training” Over Other Dog Training Services?

I’ll take the time with you to create a unique and individualized in-home training program especially for your dog, no matter what breed or how old your dog is.

Each training program, will always consider your needs and special circumstances, whatever they might be:

• Does your dog become anxious when you’re forced to leave them alone for long periods of time?
• Do you have energetic young children and you worry about how safe they are while they’re playing with your dog?
• Are you new to dog ownership and a little overwhelmed by what needs to be done?
• Does your dog need house training right away—yesterday, to be more exact?
• Was your dog rescued from the West Los Angeles Animal Shelter?  Give him the boundaries and clear communication he needs, before minor annoyances become major problems.
• Read a lot books? Fine tune and sort out the training information by authors such as Ian Dunbar, Brian Kilcommons, Karen Pryor, Monks of New Skete and others.
  

Voted "Best Dog Trainer in Los Angeles" by Los Angeles Magazine.

Dog trainer Bill Stavers at a spring conference with author Ian Dunbar—PhD., lecturer, & founder of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers.
"Bill Stavers is the one of the best dog trainers in Los Angeles," says Dr. Dunbar. He's been attending  my dog training seminars for years. From puppy training to problem solving, he's a pro at helping families learn how to coexist harmoniously with their pets."

Have you read lots of books and searched on the internet, but you still have questions? Confused by conflicting advice and methodology. I can help you sort the information for your particular situation. Call today for more information
(310) 500-9156

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