Training Sessions

K9BU Dog Training Sessions

Transform your dog’s behavior with expert training sessions at K9BU’s Dog Behavior Training in San Diego, Escondido, Rancho Bernardo, and other regions of California. Whether you’re dealing with a playful pup, a stubborn adult dog that needs obedience training, or you have a dog that has insecurity issues or fear, our tailored training programs and group dog training classes will help you and your pet thrive together.

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Why work with k9bu if you have a fearful dog?

Owner Involvement & At-Home Practice We make progress with you, and that is why our training sessions give hands-on experience to the owners as well. We teach you some basic cues and commands that can be used for practice at home. Through continued ‘homework’, we can make progress even between regular lessons. In addition to that, we provide regular progress reports and also discuss how we can work together to improve your dog’s behavior. After all, working collectively and closely can bring better results.
Special Behavior Training Programs Need additional help with something that we have covered in our general training or that is not offered in our package? We can help you. Get specialized help for aggressive behavior, potty training, and leash training in Escondido, San Marcos, Rancho Bernardo, and other regions in California. With a combination of special attention, love, and private classes, we can work together to deal with any problem of any degree.
Why work with K9BU if you have a fearful dog? Hi, I’m Jonathan David Lopez. I’ve worked with thousands of dogs, and I’m certified by an international organization in dog behavior. I can provide recognized science-based answers. In addition to working with my own clients, I’ve been an expert witness in dog bite lawsuits and have educated numerous other trainers working as a contractor for large, established dog training organizations throughout Southern California. I’ve also worked for the Navy as the class instructor on Coronado’s amphibious island for the enlisted personnel. I will help you answer the hard questions for you and your dog. Why is my dog aggressive on leash and good with dogs in the dog park? Why isn’t my dog learning? Why doesn’t my dog feel safe? What are the differences between how my dog thinks about things versus how they feel about things? It’s so important to understand as much as we can what is happening in the brain of your dog, so we can provide better learning experiences.

What We Offer

Private Training: One-on-one sessions to focus on specific behaviors and skills.
Group Class:: Social settings to enhance your dog’s confidence and interaction skills.
Puppy Training: Build a solid foundation for your puppy with essential commands and socialization.
Behavior Modification: Correct unwanted behaviors like jumping, barking, or leash pulling, fear aggression, resource guarding, and clinical separation anxiety with dog behavior and aggressive dog training near California.

Training Approach

We ensure only what is best for your dog. This makes our approach very mindful and methodical to achieve overall success:

Assessment: We begin with a behavioral assessment of your dog at home and in public to get a better understanding of their condition and set our goals accordingly.
Consultation: Based on the assessment, we explain your dog’s condition and suggest necessary sessions and plans, including private or group classes, leash training, or potty training.
Training: After choosing the basic training plan, we use a personalized approach to help reach your goals. Our methods are systematic and based on positive reinforcement rather than fear or punishment. Each session is built on the last.

With science-backed, reward-based methods, our obedience training in San Diego focuses on results that act quickly and last long.

Positive Reinforcement Training

Group Classes: Fun and interactive sessions for your puppy to learn with peers.
Private Training: Personalized attention to focus on specific needs and behaviors.
Behavior Modification: Tailored strategies to address and correct unwanted habits in a supportive environment.
Puppy Socialization: Safe and guided exposure to new experiences, sounds, and sights to build confidence and reduce fear.

Long-Term Support & Follow-ups

Once you are done with training, it’s still not over. The post-training period brings real challenges when the training is put to action. There are certain rare circumstances where your dog might succumb to pressure or get nervous without any guidance to act. But don’t worry, whatever it is that you need, whether a quick refresher on dog behavior training in San Diego or an extra check-in for leash training in Escondido, we offer follow-up visits to keep habits sharp.

Clients who are tackling leash pulling, excessive barking, chewing, aggression, or any such issues can also extend their sessions for further training until positive results appear.

Ready to strengthen the bond with your dog and achieve lasting results? Contact K9BU’s Dog Training to book a training session or dog socialization classes in Escondido and take the first step toward a well-behaved, happy critter.

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Serving in person in:

Escondido
San marcos
Rancho Bernardo

Frequently Asked Questions

The actual cost depends on the issue, time period, behavior, and several other factors. However, private training may cost you somewhere between $80 and $120 per hour.

In California, most municipalities do not allow letting your dog walk off-leash. Although there is no official law, you should keep them on-leash most of the time.

A dog never stops learning. However old your dog is, if you want to train them, we offer the best dog behavior training in San Diego, Escondido, San Marcos, or any other location in California, we are here for you.

Group classes are held weekly at regular timings with a few dogs in one class, their dog owners, and a head instructor. In addition, there can be assistant instructors who assist the head instructor. The dog owner explains the cue and behavior, demonstrates it, and then makes the students practice it. This helps the dog train better, while also being sensitized to other dogs and humans.