People’s Dog Training®

A Love At First Sit Program®

“Voted the City of Santa Monica's Most Loved Pet Service 5 years running!”

Why People’s Dog Training

If people everywhere had access to dog training, our world would not only look a little brighter, but animal shelters would be a little emptier.

People’s Dog Training®, a Love At First Sit® program, aims to address this need.

People’s Dog Training® is an inclusive, humane, and science-based dog behavior and training program that comprehensively addresses the mental health and diverse educational needs of all dogs, at every stage of their learning. With a multitude of ways to access our offerings, we make expert dog training attainable for every lifestyle.

Our wide-ranging, multi-certified dog training and behavior services include private in-person and virtual programs, engaging group classes, the American Kennel Club Family Dog Program, a vibrant online community, “People’s Forum,” and charitable initiatives including Community Dog Training Classes and Free Virtual Office Hours. Our innovative approach ensures that dog training is readily available to all people, fostering lasting relationships between dogs and their guardians where bright futures can thrive.

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  • "If you're reading this looking for wonderful dog training, hire Carmen. Not only is she a pro trainer, she is extremely professional, punctual, and organized, as well as funny and kind."

    Veronica, Santa Monica

  • “I cannot tell you how instrumental hiring Carmen for private sessions has been. Carmen's knowledge and experience in training dogs is on another level. She has changed our lives in the best way possible.”

    Roxanne, Santa Monica

  • "To say that she goes "above & beyond" is an understatement. Not only does she spend plenty of time addressing every issue you may have (and not only dealing with behavior but the underlying cause of the behavior)… I could not possibly ask for more."

    Stephanie, Santa Monica

  • "We did a couple private training sessions and jumped into the 5 week beginners dog obedience course. By the end of those 5 sessions, she was a different dog, quite literally. It was a true transformation."

    Mel Z.

  • "My rescue pup (Ziggy) and I have taken a few of the group classes and I am so pleased with the teaching style Carmen uses. Ziggy has grown so much since we started classes. He is not as scared and the classes deepen the bond between me as trainer and Ziggy. "

    Patty, Los Angeles

  • “Between private lessons and group training I feel way more confident in my dogs abilities and that is in a huge part of the attention to detail, support and lessons Carmen and her company put into working with the dogs that are a part of her program.”

    Kate, Santa Monica

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