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About
I am one of the BEST dog Trainers in the World. I am Certified in Dog Behavior and Specialize in Aggression and Fear Rehabilitation . I have great communication skills as a result of being in sales and training dogs throughout my life. I have worked with thousands of dogs since childhood. My Father was a Dog Trainer. I assisted him from 13 to 19 years of age before I joined the Navy.
I am a Certified Professional Dog Trainer. I use the (Training Methods) necessary for each unique dog. I work with my client's lifestyle and observe the dog's breed characteristics to get maximum and customized results. I have found with over 38 plus years of experience that my clients want a training strategy that works for their lifestyle.
As a member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers and IAABC, I stay abreast of new training techniques and education. Navy Veteran who proudly served aboard the USS Constellation, Aircraft Carrier, Weapons Handler- Missile Tech
I am one of the rare people in the world that gets to do for work what they love to do. Dogs give you unconditional love and I get to experience it every day. It is the best job on the planet!!
Overview
Hired 49 times
Background checked
2 employees
13 years in business
Business hours
Sun12:00 am - 11:59 pmMon7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, PayPal, and Venmo.
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2018
2017
Services offered
Dog size
Extra Small (1 - 15 lbs)
Small (16 - 25 lbs)
Medium (26 - 40 lbs)
Large (41 - 70 lbs)
Frequency
One time
Once per week
Multiple per week
Additional services
Feeding
Baths
Medication
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, responsiveness, and work quality.
Excellent 4.9
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Lisa S.
Sep 22, 2016
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I give our first session 5 Stars because right off the bat Daniel connected with our pup Sadie, and she therefore she was very responsive to him. However, it is evident that we, the owners, are probably the ones who need the most training! We sat and talked about our concerns and what we wanted to achieve from the trainin., He listened, and we came up with a plan that worked for us. She is 10 months old and even though she is a puppy, he pointed out that she needs a different training than a younger puppy. At the end of the first class, I decided to sign up for the 5 Class Program (5 weeks) because Daniel is exactly what we need. But most importantly, he emails us what we went over in class so that we can work on it for the week until we see him again the following week. I also like that his training methods are that of Cesar Milan's, The Dog Whisperer. Thanks Daniel, see you next week. Jeff & Lisa
Dog Training
DeAnn M.
Feb 23, 2017
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To whom it may concern,
Daniel is great. He is very professional and has helped my dog become more behaved. We are on the 3 session this Saturday and excited to see what else my dog is going to learn. By the second session my dog is calming down and Daniel has given us techniques with issues my dog is going threw such as barking, chewing, sit, stay and etc. My dog is very hyper and Daniel is very patient and thorough. I have seen a difference in my dog and we still have four more sessions. Daniel is a dog whisper and I am excited to see my dogs behavior of be calm and able to be a full time inside dog.
Sincerely, DeAnn
OCK-9Services's reply
It is so gratifying when your clients get on board 100% with the training program you lay out for them. DeAnn & her family are doing a great job and the results are proof. Thank you
Dog Training
Jamila B.
Jul 11, 2017
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Daniel is a fantastic trainer. He really knows his stuff and has an amazing connection with animals. We have really enjoyed learning from him and just in 4 sessions we have seen a big improvement in our rescue pup and in the way we handle him. Our 8 yr old son is even feeling more confident with walking the dog since we now have relief from pulling thanks to Daniel's techniques. We appreciate all his guidance and highly recommend him!
OCK-9Services's reply
Jamila, thank you for the kind review. It feels good to be appreciated and an honor to be apart of your pack :) You and your family are doing a fantastic job in your follow up training. Thank you!
Dog Training
Kristina N.
May 10, 2017
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Daniel was very good and I am glad that I decided to get some training with my pup. I have an 80lb pit bull mix who is dog aggressive and I have tried numerous techniques and products to try and control him when he gets crazy on the leash seeing other dogs. Daniel knew immediately what to do and had my dog walking next to, behind and around other dogs within minutes with no reaction from my pup. Preforming the techniques on my own has been a bit challenging so I'll probably need a few more training sessions but I would definitely go back to Daniel for those sessions.
Dog Training
Kathleen L.
Feb 27, 2017
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Dan has been working with me and my dog, Chaco, for two sessions now. Chaco used to be like a wild animal when I took him out for walks, but now he is calm and controlled. It is obvious that Dan has a deep understanding of dogs and dog behavior. Chaco loves training with him and is sad when he leaves. Dan follows up each session with additional information and encouragement via email. A great experience so far!
Dog Training
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Dan Ross
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Typical training sessions are 1 1/2 hours. I give discounts for Rescue dogs and Veterans. Call for a free phone consultation. We take cash, check, Venmo, Apple Pay, and Pay Pal. I do not claim to be one of the cheapest Trainers, only one of the Best! I give written details of all the training we do to you. Up to four people in your family are welcome to attend the personal training sessions. I give unlimited support for the life of the dog through text email or phone calls. For aggression rehabilitation and service dog training I give custom quotes. I sell typically two packages, A package of two training sessions or a package of three training sessions. I usually give custom quotes depending on where the person lives, what type of training they need, if the dog has any disabilities, sometimes the age and breed will come in to factor.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
We discuss on the phone general information on what their goals are, dog information, and expectations. I will answer all their questions and give an outline of my training methods. I give written details of our training session and the methods applied after each session.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I work with dogs every day, training, walking, doing Agility, or working with GSROC and ICARE dog Rescues. The best education is hands-on training from an expert! I have trained with my father,(A PRO TRAINER), as a young teenager and young adult then trained on my own over the years, full & part time. I keep my certification valid with continued education credits. I am up to date on the latest training techniques and education from The Association of Professional dog Trainers. I have over 45k hours of hands on K-9 Training and Education. I am certified with the Pet Care Institute. I have trained with Master trainers such as Vlade the Russian dog Wizzard and Michael Ellis.
