Wonder Dog Training

Katherine is the most amazing trainer. She has transformed my pup into a well behaved enjoyable loving dog. Forever thankful

Cat from Wonder Dog Training is an awesome trainer! We thoroughly enjoyed working with her. She is very knowledgeable on how to train dogs. She customized our training plan to meet our needs, worked with us to train our dog and provided very useful and effective training tactics. Before starting training with Cat, our 9 month old puppy would not come when called and never “dropped it”. After working with Cat, our dog now comes when called instantly (even at a crowded dog beach with distractions, he came running back to us) and has significantly improved his “drop it” skills. Above all Cat knows how to work with animals and our dog loved his training sessions with Cat!

The team at Wonderdog is AMAZING! Jen was so helpful in getting me set up with some local resources & then she connected me with Sharon, who I’ve been doing virtual training with. I have a rescue Chow who was showing signs of separation anxiety, protection issues, had no obedience training, and a few other bad habits. In just WEEKS Sharon has trained ME on how to be consistent with my pup & she’s doing AMAZING! I’m forever grateful to this team, and would recommend them in a heartbeat to anyone who gets a new dog. PS: DONT WAIT to start training- start right away to help your pup get off on the right foot!

The team at Wonderdog is AMAZING! Jen was so helpful in getting me set up with some local resources & then she connected me with Sharon, who I’ve been doing virtual training with. I have a rescue Chow who was showing signs of separation anxiety, protection issues, had no obedience training, and a few other bad habits. In just WEEKS Sharon has trained ME on how to be consistent with my pup & she’s doing AMAZING! I’m forever grateful to this team, and would recommend them in a heartbeat to anyone who gets a new dog. PS: DONT WAIT to start training- start right away to help your pup get off on the right foot!

After interviewing many dog training companies we chose Wonder Dog and are so glad we did! Each of our two dogs had very different training needs. Our trainer Shelly listened carefully to our training goals and patiently providing resources and strategies to achieve those goals. Shelly taught us how to communicate to our dogs what we expect from them in a loving consistent way which has greatly improved their behavior. We loved the approach she took with us and with our dogs. She was flexible and a great communicator. We would use Shelly again and highly recommend her to anyone. Much thanks to Shelly and Wonder Dog!

My boyfriend and I have nothing but good things to say about my experience with Jenna as a trainer for my dogs. I have worked with Jenna for over 2 years now. She is so professional and always explains her training techniques so well. We first contacted wonder dogs for our 9 week old Australian shepherd who is now 2. She has taught my dog everything from basic obedience to fun tricks. People are always shocked that my dog is only 2 years old because he’s so well behaved! Jenna has also helped my family say goodbye to one of our beloved aussies and welcome a new puppy into the home again. She’s known as “Aunite Jenna” in our home and my dogs do a happy dance every time she comes around! They know that each time they’re going to work and learn new exciting new things! I’m always so impressed with how much we can get done and cover in one session. Thanks for being such a crucial part to...

Ariel Santa Maria is the best dog/human trainer ever! She really is working in her field of expertise! Within two weeks of working with her, I was confident already in her ability and I knew l would be successful with my new pup. Ariel also helped my son, who had a fear of dogs, overcome the fear and become super confident with his new puppy! Highly recommend Ariel Santa Maria she’s amazing!
Jennifer Pickard

Jenna really knows pups! We've taken the dog meet world group class and had a private lesson package and we've seen a lot of progress with out excitable dog. Juniper loves her!

Shortly after getting our English Setter puppy I broke my foot. Unable to exercise her I contacted Wonder Dog for help. Catherine was amazing! I signed up for their 2 week in-home training class. She work with her on basic obedience and leash walking skills. Cali loves her and cried everyday when she left. We now have the tools to continue to work with her. Thank you so much!

I had a great experience working with Jenna. She taught me how to train my dogs and how to interpret my dogs' actions to know how to respond to them. They are better dogs because of the time together and I'm a better dog parent because I can take what I learned and carry it forward.
I have 2 dogs--one is high anxiety (especially about men coming to our house) and the other is highly excited about everything. I've learned how to have people come into our home safely and how to walk with fewer aggressive interactions with other dogs. They are still a work in progress and I have skills to help them the rest of the way.

Their Dog Daycare and Boarding program is amazing! Carrie Thompson understands how to create a safe and fun place for small dogs. We know it's a real treat for our dog to be there and we NEVER have to worry about her. She only accepts well-behaved, small dogs. Our Bella LOVES it there and seems seriously depressed the next day when she's stuck at home with me. We also love that it's run out of her home, so Bella spends the nights with a family rather than in a crate in a building with no human presence. And the photos and videos we get afterwards are TOO PRECIOUS! worth every penny!

Their Dog Daycare and Boarding program is amazing! Carrie Thompson understands how to create a safe and fun place for small dogs. We know it's a real treat for our dog to be there and we NEVER have to worry about her. She only accepts well-behaved, small dogs. Our Bella LOVES it there and seems seriously depressed the next day when she's stuck at home with me. We also love that it's run out of her home, so Bella spends the nights with a family rather than in a crate in a building with no human presence. And the photos and videos we get afterwards are TOO PRECIOUS! worth every penny!

I will start with, JENNA and WONDER DOG are AMAZING!!!

Our Fur Child, Merlin, a 4 1/2 month old puppy , was just that, a puppy. He needed to be shown how to act around our young family. With Jenna's assistance, Merlin, has become an amazing listener. Her ability to teach us what works and what does not, with clear explanation, was unbelievable.

We were blown away with how quick Meriln picked up the lessons. We are so happy with the outcome. Without a doubt, you have a client for life.

WE 100% will Recommend Jenna and Wonder Dog Training to everyone we know.

Thank you!

IMHO they are the best in North County San Diego

I loved everything about Kay D. Our dog Bentley is now a much better dog. Thank you

Katherine the Wonder Dog Trainer was the most wonderful trainer I could imagine. She was kind, responsive, diligent, punctual, and well organized. She was adaptive to our specific dogs needs, incredibly thoughtful about our questions, and appropriately reenforced important skill sets. I would highly recommend her to anyone from owners with a young puppy before troublesome habits form and to manage an adult dog with concerning behaviors. She is truly a dog whisperer.

Wonder Dog Training changed our dog's life! Jen was absolutely fantastic! She is extremely patient and thorough with her approach to changing our dog's behavioral issues and anxiety. We can now leave our dog at home without worries, and can actually take him for a walk. I recommend Jen and Wonder Dog Training without hesitation.

Our dog is completely different from the first session the trainer has given us the tools to continue training our high energy dog on our own I just want to thank wonder dog training for sending rachelle out and completely changing our dog still high energy but controllable and a WONDER DOG thank you

Amazing training! Thank you for all the advice and feedbacks!

We worked with Jenna for the past 7 weeks , for our one year old Dalmatian. We could not have asked for a better training experience. Throughout the weeks, we have noticed a tremendous change in the way our dog reacts to situations , as well as how much better we’ve learned to interact with him. We will continue to work with Jenna for the next few months , and we would recommend her to anyone who wants positive reinforcement training , with a trainer who cares so much about what she does!

My family loved Carrie from Wonder Dog Training. She came to the house so we could teach our boxer puppy in a familiar environment. She always explained why we would do something a certain way when we asked for an explanation and we feel she was very knowledgeable. Our dog Maverick loves her and as a result of the ten week training, our dog is really amazing. Much of his progress has come from us doing the reinforcing work but Carrie always provided us with homework for the week and would check in a couple days before class to see how things were going. She was also always available by phone if we had questions. In our opinion, Wonder Dog Training and Carrie, in particular are excellent and we would recommend them to any of our friends, relatives or business acquaintances. Top notch.

-- Rick M

My family loved Carrie from Wonder Dog Training. She came to the house so we could teach our boxer puppy in a familiar environment. She always explained why we would do something a certain way when we asked for an explanation and we feel she was very knowledgeable. Our dog Maverick loves her and as a result of the ten week training, our dog is really amazing. Much of his progress has come from us doing the reinforcing work but Carrie always provided us with homework for the week and would check in a couple days before class to see how things were going. She was also always available by phone if we had questions. In our opinion, Wonder Dog Training and Carrie, in particular are excellent and we would recommend them to any of our friends, relatives or business acquaintances. Top notch.

I have been working with Wonder Dog training since 2011 and have never been disappointed! I have had private lessons for some behavior issues with my rescue dog and attended group lessons for my puppy with great success! I highly recommend them for any dog training needs!

My Jack Russell, Peaches, had some behavior issues. I called Wonder Dog Training and Carrie, at the initial evaluation was able to give incredible insight. We had five lessons. Now Peaches is a much happier dog. And I am a happier pet parent! I absolutely recommend Wonder Dog Training!

We had a great experience! Kim was our dog trainer. Our dog was very receptive to her and he enjoyed his time learning. Kim was very sweet, knowledgeable and kind. We had a 5 session training schedule and we saw wonderful results! We would definitely recommend! Thanks again Kim.

My pup was in great hands with Alexa! He came back so happy and well mannered after staying with her while we vacationed. She worked on and improved everything from puppy jumping to staying and waiting. All with love and positive reinforcement :) He listens so well now and she came to our house upon our return to teach us the commands as well as how to keep the skills he learned. So worth it!

We had the pleasure of working with Jenna and were very happy with our lessons. Jenna was professional, communicative, very knowledgeable, patient and attentive. While we still have more work to do we feel educated and have direction thanks to such a good teacher.

We hired Catherine Alexander and she was fantastic! Worked on having our one year old pug stay,sit, and sit when people come to door.It was a great investment she was very patient with the dog & owners!