Way of Life Dog Training

Why do these gals not have more reviews? They are fantastic! Having a well behaved dog is not even something you can put a price on. but if you have to — these gals are a freakin’ bargain.
Bailey and I had our last training today with Way of Life. That’s not to say we won’t go back for more. But this initial training is all wrapped up. At least the formal lessons. Bailey will still get her walks full of obedience work. When we first got Bailey she was so timid and submissive. Peeing when anyone looked her way (even us). She was full of puppy energy and having spent her first 4 months in a back lot, she didn’t really understand the concept of ‘no’. She wasn’t comfortable being indoors so we setup a ‘fort’ for her in the backyard. 2 weeks of boarding with WoL and her confidence was soaring. She came home with a solid foundation of commands and corrections that has just kept building in our weekly trainings with Stephanie and Rachelle. She sleeps happily in her crate each night. Safe in the house. She is such a good little girl. Between Bailey’s good nature, our love for our new girl and our fabulous partnership with WoL, Bailey has nothing but blue skies in her future.
If you have a dog that you feel could be a better doggy citizen — call Stephanie and Rachelle. They ‘get’ dogs. and they ‘get’ owners who are CLUELESS when it comes to training dogs.

These trainers are AMAZING! Hands down one of the best investments you can make for your pet and future pets.
If you just need highlights, here is the short version:
1. They understand dogs.
2. They understand owners have lives too.
3. They train the owners so that training literally becomes a way of life
4. Affordable, offer payment plans — Worth every penny.
5. Free, in-​home consultations
6. Training is tailored to fit the needs of the dog & the owner
The detailed version:
Last summer I was having huge problems with Sid Vicious, my minpin who was about a year and a half at that time. Sid had severe separation anxiety. When left alone he would bark, cry, and scratch at the floor and door for HOURS AT A TIME. I know this because multiple neighbors complained to me. I tried everything: kennel training, bark collars, herbal calming supplements, the thunder vest, chew toys, background music. Nothing was working. I was so worried about getting evicted that I would either bring Sid with me everywhere I could or I wouldn’t leave the house once I got home from work. Not so great for the social life: P I got desperate and went to my vet, Dr. Herron (also amazing), who referred me to Way of Life.
Stephanie and Rachelle made a huge difference in mine and Sid’s lives. They came to my apartment in Mission Valley and gave a free consultation. Sid’s case was so severe and my free time was so limited that we decided that the 3 week boarding program would be best for him. I was so nervous to hand over my beloved little fur child to strangers but I am so glad I did. They took excellent care of Sid. They sent me pictures, email updates, and they even took him to the vet when they found worms. We also had training sessions in which they trained me on how to maintain Sid’s new training. It took him a little while to adjust to coming back home. He tried testing me by reverting to some of his old ways but I held my ground and then he knew I meant business. It took a lot of work (mostly on their end) and patience (mostly on my end) but Sid is a completely different dog today. Not only has the crying stopped but he even puts himself in the kennel now!
As a pet owner I am so glad that Sid is not terrified every day when I leave for work. As a young working single person and a part-​time student, I am so grateful that I can comfortably leave Sid at home and have a life again. I HIGHLY recommend Way of Life Dog Training. I’d also be happy to speak to anyone who may be on the fence about hiring a trainer, especially for separation anxiety. I promise, it is worth every penny.