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About
For over 25 years, I’ve helped families truly understand what their dog is thinking and what it needs to thrive. As a one-on-one dog trainer, I focus on calm, positive energy and clear, logical guidance to create lasting change for both you and your dog.
My approach blends practical training with holistic ideas, so your home feels more like a balanced, happy pack than a battleground. I’m especially proud when training keeps a dog from ending up in a shelter and helps it become a well-loved family member.
If you’re ready to transform life with your dog and build the relationship you’ve always wanted, I’m here to help.
Overview
Hired 400 times
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1 employee
26 years in business
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Services offered
Dog training package
Dog size
Extra Small (1 - 15 lbs)
Small (16 - 25 lbs)
Medium (26 - 40 lbs)
Large (41 - 70 lbs)
Dog training type
Private lessons
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, responsiveness, and work quality.
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215 reviews
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Tracy D.
Apr 24, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Scott has worked a few times with my 7month old labradoodle goldendoodle puppy and he has taught me how to teach my puppy how to behave and in just a few times of him coming over I can already see a positive change in my puppy and I am learning the right ways to work with my puppy. I am so glad that I am getting help from Scott to teach my puppy how to behave a well behaved Dog!!
Details: 6 - 12 months old • Medium (26 - 40 lbs) • Private lessons • Puppy training • Leash pulling • House training • Biting • My home, venue, etc.
Dog Training
Nari C.
Mar 4, 2026
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Scott was very punctual and professional! gave us all the information we needed to help our pup! effective almost immediately! would recommend
Details: 2 - 10 years old • Extra Small (1 - 15 lbs) • Private lessons • General obedience training • House training • Barking • Crate training • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.
Dog Training
Valerie B.
Oct 15, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
Scott has a very calm demeanor and approach to training. My dog is now a pleasure to walk on the leash. Still working on other things, but it's going great! Highly recommend Scott
Details: 2 - 10 years old • Medium (26 - 40 lbs) • Private lessons • General obedience training • Leash pulling • Barking • My home, venue, etc.
Dog Training
Susan H.
Jun 26, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
Scott did what no other trainer did. Got my large lab to go up and down stairs. He is very good with getting acquainted with the dog before any training. My boy trusted Scott’s lead and did as Scott encouraged him to do. Excellent trainer.
Details: 2 - 10 years old • Large (41 - 70 lbs) • Extra large (70+ lbs) • Private lessons • General obedience training • Destructive behavior • My home, venue, etc.
Dog Training
CHRISTINE D.
Mar 14, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
We went thru first of 3 lessons. At this time dog has responded well when he is here. Tried next day w/o him ok. Collar he uses does not stay in place w/o holding it against dogs neck. Third time out dog not good at all with walk. Only objection I have is he told us if dog is not responding to training its the owers fault.
Details: 6 - 12 months old • Extra large (70+ lbs) • Private lessons • Aggressive behavior modification • Leash pulling • Destructive behavior • My home, venue, etc.
Dog Training
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Scott Gonzalez
FAQs
How did you get started doing this type of work?
I was told by my family that I was a natural with dogs and knew how to work with them so I decided to go to school to learn all about it.
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?
Don't just trust your instincts, read the customer reviews and even request a meet and greet with the professional before you hire them, this way you can feel more comfortable about who is dealing with your family and your dogs.
What questions should customers think through before talking to professionals about their project?
Every dog is different just like every human is different. No two dogs are alike and they need to be treated as individuals. I treat them all as animals first, then as dogs, then their bread and finally their own personality.
