Our Expertise at K9BU Dog Training
At K9BU Dog Training, we do not use e-collars, or do alpha roles, or yell at dogs. That’s not the way we train your valuable pets. We use positive reinforcement, which means doing something that increases the frequency of a behavior, making it more likely to occur. We also use quadrants from operant conditioning. Training is our life, it’s a passion, and it’s our purpose to help you.
If you need dog training in San Diego that is done the right way? Then we have services designed just for you!
The Way We Work
Dog Walking
Our dog walking service ensures your critter friend stays active, happy, and healthy. With personalized attention, we provide safe and stimulating walks tailored to your dog’s energy levels and needs, promoting physical fitness and mental well-being.
Initial Consultation
As you embark on your training journey, we need to see your dog’s body language and assess what your dog is communicating. This will help ensure a path in the right direction, uncovering things we might be missing so we can prepare with the right equipment and correct plan. If we go to play pickleball and bring a tennis racket or a ping pong paddle, it just won’t work
Puppy Classes
After an initial consultation, we chart out the best path for your dog’s issue. We make use of tried and tested methods, techniques, and equipment. Depending on the requirement and your preference, we assign your pet to private training or group classes. The training classes come complete with the best dog trainer in San Diego, who focuses on targeted areas and resolves any behavioral issues.
Puppy Classes
Give your puppy the best start in life by learning how to connect and how to create the right environment to build confidence and a sense of well-being in the world around them. After all, a properly trained puppy is a cheerful and safe dog!
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Services We Offer
At K9BU Dog Training, we provide specialized in-home private dog training in Escondido and throughout San Diego and North County. Using positive reinforcement and science-based methods, we help dogs of all ages. No matter the temperament or background, we’ve got you covered.
3 Pack training session - $400
Get help with helping you prepare your pet for a new baby. You can also fix any obedience concern, such as jumping on guests at the door, counter surfing, leash aggression, and teaching basic manners. This package may be customized for your specific needs. You, your dog, and your trainer will meet once per week. Each lesson is 60 minutes in length.
5 Pack Training session - $600
Fix grumpy dog behaviors, such as puppy nipping, jumping, counter surfing, digging, excessive barking, house training, chewing, minor dog-dog or dog-human reactivity, and more. Learn effective training techniques to establish better communication with your dog. Ensure a happier relationship with your furry companion by addressing problem behaviors early.
7 Pack Training session - $875
Your dog will be able to comprehend hand signals, making communication clearer and more effective. You will also gain the tools to address challenging behavioral issues, such as helping your dog stay calm in front of triggers like people at the door and other dogs. This will lead to a more enjoyable and stress-free experience for both you and your pet in everyday situations.
9 Pack training session - $1,100
Behaviors that are very concerning to you will be thoroughly addressed, including door manners, triggers that excite or arouse your dog, bolting away, nipping guests, jumping on people, leash reactivity or aggression, and ignoring you during high distractions. We’ll work on building your dog’s focus and responsiveness, ensuring they remain calm and attentive even in challenging situations. These improvements will help create a safer and more enjoyable environment for both you and your dog.
12 pack training session - $1,450
Routine training sessions will help your critter fine-tune and improve obedience skills and good manners, ensuring they understand and respond to commands consistently. These sessions will gradually introduce and escalate distractions, helping your pet build focus and self-control in real-world situations. Whether at home or in the park, your pet will learn to listen to you and follow instructions reliably, gaining greater confidence in your everyday interactions. With patience and consistency.
LET’S HELP YOUR DOG BECOME A SOCIAL SUPERSTAR!
Does your dog struggle with new people, other dogs, or unfamiliar environments? Our Pawsome Positive Socialization Classes have been designed to help dogs of all ages and breeds build confidence, improve behavior, and foster positive interactions in a safe and controlled environment. We have one of the best dog trainers in San Diego, who has worked with many different breeds. Employing humane and expert-approved techniques, we work to create a positive impact.
Ultimately, we strive for confident dogs and happy dog owners! Teaches your dog desired manners & addresses problem behaviors. Helps with communication & building a positive bond with your dog. Allows you to include your dog in more indoor & outdoor activities. Works to reduce your dog’s boredom with physical & mental stimulation. 100% Satisfaction – If you’re not, we’ll work to make it right.
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Training Your Dog to Paw-rfect
We make training fun! We do not use any punishments or harsh methods that could have a negative impact. We ensure a problem-solving approach. It is our belief that no dog is a lost cause. Most of the time, any behavioral issues can be resolved with simple techniques and a little encouragement. With precisely this attitude at the heart, we have successfully worked with over a hundred dogs with differing issues. A little determination, and we can work to quickly find a solution for your pet’s problem.
We Don’t
- Use shock or e-collars
- Employ dominance-based or punitive training
- Yell or intimidate
Why Us?
While there are multiple providers offering dog training in San Diego, we aren’t just working to train your dog. We are trying to make a big difference with innovative techniques and training with a touch of love and care.
Joining k9bu brings the difference:
- No Gimmicks—Just Ethical, Evidence-Based Practice
- Training Options that Fit Your Lifestyle
- Transparent, Compassionate Communication
- Specialized Care for Separation Anxiety
- Best Dog Trainer in Escondido, San Diego, & other cities in California
- Real Results Backed by Reviews
Teaches your dog desired manners & addresses problem behaviors.
Helps with communication & building a positive bond with your dog.
Allows you to include your dog in more indoor & outdoor activites.
helps reduce your dog's boredom with physical & mental stimlation.
100% Satisfied - If you're not we'll work to make it right!.
Our Expertise
Hi! I am Jonathan, your certified San Diego dog trainer and behavior consultant. I am here to tell you how you, your pet, and we can work as a team to deal with any challenging issues or behavioral improvement. We offer proven programs with the best results:
Happy Faces - Testimonials
My husband and I turned to Jonathan for Training when our rescue pup started showing some signs of protectiveness. Over the course of multiple lessons we worked on everything from leash walking to door manners all designed to build confidence in both our dog and us as owners. ....
Kelly M.
Carlsbad, CA
It's no secret that small dogs are notorious for being naughty. I needed a trainer for my Pomeranian puppy and I needed one STAT. I researched many trainers and was most impressed with Jonathan. Our trainer, Jonathon, provided a solid foundation for my girl....
Riley R.
San Diego, CA
Our 9 month old Boston Terrier was quite difficult to handle. We had her for 3 months and she still had trouble following when called and was not fully potty trained. Thankfully Jonathan helped us thru more than 9 sessions. He has a great sense of a dogs strengths and weaknesses.....
Michael S.
Poway, CA
We are so grateful we found Jonathon! We adopted our first dog and realized quickly WE needed to be trained to understand and further train our dog who developed some not so fun behavior after a few months of adopting him. Yes, Jonathon was amazing with Ranger but he it's how he works with us that blew me away.....
Matthew K.
Carlsbad, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions
The cost depends on the kind of training you have opted for and whether you are taking personal or group classes. On average, a good dog trainer can charge something from around $400. Our base package starts from $400 and can go up to $1450.
You can start with foundation puppy training at around 2-11 weeks. This period is very important for their socialization. For normal training is advisable to start between 12-18 weeks. However, you can also start later.
A good dog trainer should be licensed first of all. Secondly, they will make use of positive reinforcements and humane methods that are backed by Science, rather than yelling or dominating. If you are searching for the best dog trainer, you should come to k9bu, where we offer a comprehensive approach to training your furry friend!
Yes. trained dogs know how to respond to their pet parents’ commands and can socialize easily. Further, we also offer programs to deal with separation anxiety or complex behavioral issues, so that your dog is comparatively more comfortable in slightly difficult situations and does not show scared, aggressive, or abnormal behavior.
