The Dog Wizard - Dog Training Walnut Creek

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Erica O'Leary

We recently worked with Fineas Trujillo at The Dog Wizard. The entire Dog Wizard team was so great to work with. They took the time to understand our needs and what we wanted and tailored the training accordingly. They were very flexible and provided great communication. The office staff was also very helpful. We had a wonderful experience and are super happy with the results. Our dogs enjoyed the training and now have a solid foundation of both verbal and non verbal commands.. We look forward to the ongoing support classes. I highly recommend The Dog Wizzard for any/all dog training needs.

sweety

We are so happy we chose The Dog Wizard for our German Shepherd. Our GSD had issues with pulling on walks, lunging when sitting outside, and separation anxiety, so we knew we needed professional training. We scheduled an in-home consultation with Joseph, and after discussing our dog’s needs, he recommended an 8-session training program. While the price was initially high for us, The Dog Wizard offered a payment plan, making it more affordable for families like ours. Every Thursday, we meet Joseph at a dog-friendly park for training sessions. He is very professional, patient, easy to get along, and always provides helpful tips, making the training process both enjoyable and effective. We’ve already seen amazing changes in our dog—he’s much calmer during walks and more manageable overall. We look forward to Thursdays not just for our dog’s progress but also for the valuable insights we gain as dog owners. Joseph is an incredible trainer, and we are incredibly grateful for his guidance. We highly recommend him/The Dog Wizard for anyone who’s looking for getting their dog trained!

Lindsay Falk

The Dog Wizard is wonderful and highly recommended. I personally worked with Fin who is amazing. We recently moved and I thought our puppy was broken. He gave me the tools and confidence to train my dog. He helped personalize the training and was always able to support my questions/challenges. My dog received great training along with her feeling more at ease and confident. Both Zara and Fin were responsive, flexible and easy to work with! Their program has many options and offers ongoing support classes for graduates! Thank you Dog Wizard!

Leigh Salvo

Rufus and I spent six weeks in the Private Freedom program and can honestly say miracles are possible! We have attempted training twice before. Rufus is an anxiety-ridden, border collie mix that we rescued at 4 months and have now had for 4 yrs. Both times it was not only a fail…but potentially a set back in his confidence and certainty mine. The team at Dog Wizard came to our house, spent an hour observing him and talking to us. They followed with a proposal for training that fit our goals - plus my chaotic schedule. A large part of their approach is to train the trainer, not just the dog. Make no mistake, it is a commitment, but the outcome is completely worth it. Not only am I so much closer to Rufus, but I understand him and his needs so much better. The program goes way beyond just “tricks” - but accountability, respect and reward - for us both. I can’t thank Fin enough for his patience and insight. I am already looking forward to the generous amount of follow up programs that The Dog Wizard offers to maintain and augment skills.