Dog Nerd LA

Nate is an incredible trainer. He has patiently worked with our dog Luna, a 3 year old cattle mix with severe leash reactivity when we adopted her. Nate started me and my daughter through elementary steps for heal and sit commands as well as practical advice on food and accessories. We have progressed to e-collar training and Luna has become very well behaved. In just the last week, Luna has completely stopped reacting to other dogs on leash which is a huge improvement from where we started. I would recommend anyone who has recently adopted a dog or any pup/owner duo who needs some help to contact Nate immediately. Nate is clear, consistent, and kind. He is also one of the funniest humans you will meet which makes training sessions very enjoyable. Thank you, Nate!

Where to begin? At the end of February 2024, I moved to Los Angeles with my 10-year-old lab mix, Leia, and my 1.5-year-old Australian Kelpie, Kylo. The move was a huge change for Kylo, who had limited leash experience and would bark at neighbors and other dogs. In LA, this behavior intensified due to the high population of people and their pets. It was almost impossible to be around any other people or dogs with Kylo, and I had to go out at odd hours just to potty him. Additionally, Kylo would often bark and react to various goings-on in the apartment. I chose Nate as our trainer because it seemed like he had a thorough understanding of working breeds and the issues at play, and because it was clear he genuinely cared about the well being and happiness of dogs and their people. Nate was meticulous in working with both Kylo and myself, ensuring that both of us understood what was being taught. Nate's understanding of how to work with Kylo, combined with a clear understanding of my own situation and challenges, was invaluable in solving my problems. Kylo went from reacting strongly to other dogs to calmly walking through busy areas like downtown Culver. He also stopped barking for attention at home and no longer hassled Leia. By May, Kylo mastered sitting on walks and reacted calmly to dogs passing by. Thanks to Nate's expertise, Kylo transformed completely. He now enjoys walks, sits calmly in the car, and remains composed around other dogs. Our life in the city has become enjoyable. Nate's guidance has been invaluable, and I couldn't be happier with the results!