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Critical Thinking Dog Services

Chino Hills, California

4.9/5· 93 Google reviews

About Critical Thinking Dog Services

Our mission is to foster harmonious relationships between dogs and their owners by providing exceptional guidance and clarity. We are dedicated to transforming your relationship with your dog, ensuring a balanced and joyful partnership. If you're seeking positive change and aspire to see your dog thrive, please reach out to us. We look forward to serving you and thank you in advance for your trust.

Training & services

Training goals

  • Behavior consultation
    Program details

    Behavioral modification to correct unwanted habits. We address the cause of problem behaviors and create clear, positive changes that last.

  • Canine Good Citizen preparation
  • Crate training
    Program details

    Crate training to create comfort and structure. Helps with housebreaking, safety, and calm behavior.

  • House training
  • Leash training
    Program details

    Loose leash walking training to stop pulling. Creates calm, controlled walks.

    Off-leash training to improve control without a leash. Builds trust, recall, and responsiveness.

  • Obedience training
    Program details

    Advanced obedience training for reliable control in real-world settings. Focuses on precision and consistency.

    Dog manners training to improve everyday behavior. Focus on calm, polite habits.

    Obedience training to teach clear commands and reliable listening. Helps dogs follow rules, improve focus, and behave calmly at home and in public.

  • Puppy training
    Program details

    Puppy training to build good habits early. We focus on basic skills, confidence, and positive behavior to help puppies grow into well-mannered dogs.

  • Recall training
    Program details

    Recall training to teach dogs to come when called. Builds reliability, focus, and safety.

    Off-leash recall training to improve safety and freedom. Builds strong response skills.

  • Socialization
    Program details

    Puppy socialization to build confidence early. Introduces puppies to sights, sounds, and experiences safely.

    Socialization training to help dogs feel calm around people, dogs, and new environments.

Behavior support

  • Aggression training
    Program details

    Aggression management training to improve safety and control. We work on triggers, structure, and calm behavior using proven methods.

    Dominance and aggression training focused on structure and control. Improves safety and behavior.

  • Barking
    Program details

    Barking control training to reduce excessive noise. Teaches calm responses to triggers.

  • Chewing
    Program details

    Destructive chewing prevention to protect your home. Builds proper habits and outlets.

  • Fear and confidence
    Program details

    Fearful dog training to build confidence and trust. Gentle methods help dogs feel safe.

  • Reactivity training
    Program details

    Leash reactivity training to reduce barking and pulling. Improves focus and calm walking.

    Reactive dog training to reduce lunging, barking, and fear. Helps dogs stay calm around triggers.

  • Separation anxiety
    Program details

    Separation anxiety training to reduce stress when alone. Builds calm behavior and confidence.

How training happens

  • Board and train
    Program details

    Board and train programs where dogs stay with a trainer. Intensive training with daily structure and practice.

  • Group classes
    Program details

    Group dog classes for learning with distractions. Helps improve obedience, focus, and social skills.

  • In-home training
    Program details

    At-home dog training in your environment. Real-world results where behavior matters most.

  • Online or virtual training
    Program details

    Remote dog training with live guidance. Convenient support from anywhere.

  • Owner coaching Customer-reported
  • Private training

Dog age

  • Puppies
    Program details

    Puppy biting prevention to teach gentle play. Helps stop nipping early.

  • Senior dogs

Training level

  • Advanced obedience
  • Advanced training
  • Beginner training

Support between sessions

  • Follow-up support

Assistance and working dogs

  • Service dog training

Dog sports

  • Agility
  • Trick training
    Program details

    Trick training for fun and mental stimulation. Strengthens focus and bonding.

Training approach

  • Positive reinforcement
    Program details

    Positive reinforcement training using rewards and clear guidance. Encourages long-term success.

Additional services

  • Boarding
  • Daycare
    Program details

    Dog daycare with training for learning during play. Combines structure, socialization, and fun.

  • Dog walking

Other listed services

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  • Dog sitting (in-home)
  • 4 Week Program
  • 6 Week Program
  • Basic commands training
    Program details

    Basic commands training covering sit, stay, down, and come. Builds a strong foundation for good behavior.

  • Behavior Specialist
  • Dog Issues
  • Dog Play
  • Dog Programs
  • Dog Rehabilitate
  • Dog Training Programs
  • Dog adoption counseling
    Program details

    Dog adoption counseling to match families with the right dog. Guidance before and after adoption.

  • Dog boot camp
    Program details

    Dog boot camp for fast-paced training. Builds obedience, structure, and confidence.

  • Drop Off
  • Fear and Anxiety Training
  • Group sessions
  • Helping Dog
  • Impulse control training
    Program details

    Impulse control training to reduce jumping and rushing. Helps dogs think before reacting.

  • Jumping prevention
    Program details

    Jumping prevention training to teach polite greetings. Encourages calm behavior around people.

  • Potty Breaks
  • Relationship Building Exercises
  • Relationship-Based Dog Training
  • Group playtime
  • Pet pick up and drop off
  • Pet sitting
  • Dog breed-specific training
  • Fear and Anxiety Management
  • Pet training consultations
  • Training for shy dogs

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Customer reviews

Google listing
4.9
out of 593 Google reviews

Mentioned in reviews

  • Confidence building 19
  • Reactivity training 9
  • Crate training 8
  • Board and train 6
  • Dog behavior insight 5
  • Potty training 5
All 10 topics
  • Behavior correction 4
  • Board and training 4
  • Separation anxiety training 3
  • Confidence course 2

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90 collected reviews

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vanessa romero
5/5
Eddie did a phenomenal job with our dog Vader. He really wants what is best/manageable for the owner and the dog. My dog would not be able to go outside without reacting to everything in sight. He would bark at people, dogs, everything! After training with Eddie, he is able to la…Read full reviewClose full review

Eddie did a phenomenal job with our dog Vader. He really wants what is best/manageable for the owner and the dog. My dog would not be able to go outside without reacting to everything in sight. He would bark at people, dogs, everything! After training with Eddie, he is able to lay down calmly and observe as opposed to react when we are walking him. Eddie laid a foundation for our dog that would be helpful for our busy schedules and provided tools necessary to maintain his regimen. Eddie truly wants what is best for us and our dog and I couldn’t be more grateful for his work and effort to allow us to succeed. He also does follow ups to make sure our dog is continuing to succeed. For anyone who is looking for a dog trainer for any needs your dog may have, Eddie is the trainer for you.

Justin Gee
5/5
We are lucky to have Eddie as our dog trainer. My dog ​​Zhaocai is 2 years old and she is not a well socialized dog because she was not properly trained when she was young. However, she is a very good dog overall, but everything changed after the spaying surgery. She felt insecur…Read full reviewClose full review

We are lucky to have Eddie as our dog trainer. My dog ​​Zhaocai is 2 years old and she is not a well socialized dog because she was not properly trained when she was young. However, she is a very good dog overall, but everything changed after the spaying surgery. She felt insecure and became aggressive to strangers and even me and my family. So we found Eddie and signed up for an 8-week training program. Zhaocai was very scared and afraid when she first arrived there, she was reluctant to go out of the crate and didn’t want to have any contact with people. But Eddie is very responsible and he spent a lot of energy and time with Zhaocai to rebuild her confidence and trust in people. Every time we reach out to Eddie, he is always there. We met Zhaocai last week and she is doing great, she didn’t let us touch her feet and tail before, but last week she allowed us to do so. I can really see that she is getting better. Zhaocai still has one month of training left and I believe she will become a completely different dog when she comes back home. If you are looking for a dog trainer, my family and I highly recommend Eddie. Sincerely thank you Eddie.

Elizabeth Esparza
5/5
Eddie Pena is the best thing to happen to me and my puppy in this last year. My dog had so much anxiety and fear when he was around people and dogs and everything!! I enrolled my pup in his 8 week program and WOW he came back a different dog! He was less anxious, he was able to c…Read full reviewClose full review

Eddie Pena is the best thing to happen to me and my puppy in this last year. My dog had so much anxiety and fear when he was around people and dogs and everything!! I enrolled my pup in his 8 week program and WOW he came back a different dog! He was less anxious, he was able to control his impulses, truly changed our lives. I now can have peace of mind and my dog improves everyday! He also came back crate trained which was such a bonus, with the help of Eddie he was finally able to relax in the crate! Highly recommend for anybody who has a puppy showing behaviors that you don’t know how to control.

Cesar jr Bonilla
5/5
First of all thank you @critical.thinking.dog.services.Our 11month old cane corso Roxy is doing great we are super happy with her performance and obedience. Roxy was abandoned and given to me at 11months. we didnt really know how to go about the situation because i have family an…Read full reviewClose full review

First of all thank you @critical.thinking.dog.services.Our 11month old cane corso Roxy is doing great we are super happy with her performance and obedience. Roxy was abandoned and given to me at 11months. we didnt really know how to go about the situation because i have family and small kids. And being a huge strong dog very active and would just run like a wild horse and wouldn't listen at all she would chew on things. And she would jump on people, she'll drag you instead of walking. I was iffy leaving my dog at first i really missed her by the way .but Eddie came and picked her up he sent updates to me pics,videos whatever they were working on during the session. He explains everything and makes things more understandable and how to correct the problem. He also comes to you if you need a one on one session which was worth every bit . We still talk he's full of knowledge we cool person. When I got Roxy back she knew commands and seemed more happy herself she was discipline also more fit I felt more comfortable indoor and outdoor with her roxy can now be walked and shes a really good listener now. We are still practicing she's doing amazing around family my kids ,parents that are elderly and our other family dog we are super happy. Thank you Eddie

wildflower ontiveros
5/5
We sent our dog, Bear, to foundational training with Eddie, and it turned out to be one of the best decisions we could have made for both our dog and our family! I wish we would have done so sooner! Eddie worked closely with Bear to strengthen his obedience and establish a strong…Read full reviewClose full review

We sent our dog, Bear, to foundational training with Eddie, and it turned out to be one of the best decisions we could have made for both our dog and our family! I wish we would have done so sooner! Eddie worked closely with Bear to strengthen his obedience and establish a strong foundation for further training. Since Bear returned home, we have been able to continue building on the progress made, and I’ve noticed a significant improvement in many areas. Before training, Bear struggled with crate training during the day, experienced separation anxiety, and had issues with anxious car rides, along with reactivity toward other dogs and occasionally people. After his time with Eddie, Bear has shown remarkable improvement. He is now much calmer during car rides, his separation anxiety has diminished significantly, and he can focus on us instead of reacting to other dogs when guided properly. We are extremely grateful to Eddie and deeply appreciate his communication, intentionality, and professionalism when it came to caring for and guiding our boy. Even after the training concluded, Eddie has remained accessible for any questions we might have and continues to be invested in Bear’s long-term success. We truly appreciate all of his support!

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