Since 1984, Kathy Santo Dog Training has been dedicated to helping individuals and families enjoy better relationships with their dogs.
We believe that learning is a lifelong process for both humans and their dogs. So, we make sure our program is accessible and convenient for dog lovers throughout Bergen County. We make sure we’re available 24/7, so if you have a problem that needs an immediate answer, you can call us for a solution. And we make sure it’s always fun!
We’re proud of the effectiveness of the Kathy Santo training method. And we’re even prouder of the number of current and former students who keep coming back for more. As a Kathy Santo Dog Training graduate, you become part of our family!
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How do you train a puppy not to bite and chew on people and clothing? I have told him no and given him a toy to chew on, but he is not picking up on either.
Your puppy has no idea what the word no means and giving him a toy to chew is the worst thing to do. A toy to the puppy is a reward just like a treat. So you're intentionally rewarding him on his behavior and will continue to do so. I suggest take some puppy classes at Kathy Santos. I have a 10 month old puppy that I have been taking there since he was 2 months old, alot of his bad habits (one of his habits was nipping at people) we have successfully stop but a few we are still working on. Kathy Santos dog training has helped alot.
Are u in Jacksonville Florida cuz I have a small poodle mix and been though a lot so can u help me plz his name is Buddy and my name is Annie stroy
KSDT is located in Ramsey, NJ but there is an online forum where you can ask questions, grt training tips and more. You can also sign up for online training program and there is someone always available to answer your specific questions and needs.
5/5We have been training with Kathy Santo since we rescued Elly. She was a Tasmanian Devil when we adopted her. Kathy and her team have helped significantly train Elly and me so that she is now a well-behaved dog. I recommend Kathy to everyone that I meet who has a dog that needs…Read full reviewClose full review
We have been training with Kathy Santo since we rescued Elly. She was a Tasmanian Devil when we adopted her. Kathy and her team have helped significantly train Elly and me so that she is now a well-behaved dog. I recommend Kathy to everyone that I meet who has a dog that needs training (and the owners, too).
We have a second rescue dog, Aida, who has begun training with Kathy. My older son adopted one of Aida’s puppies and has begun puppy class
Also, my daughter’s dog, Myelin, needed remedial training. Kathy and her team identified some health issues which were addressed and he is now a very well behaved dog , almost ready to be returned to my daughter’s family
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Donald Izone
5/5
Kathy Santo and staff is the only place to take your dog for training. Kathy has a large beautiful facility and is most caring about how you and your dog learn.
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Cathy Shea
5/5
Went to Kathy's dog training on Saturday right before the snow came. She suggested we shovel an area for the dogs to relieve themselves enticing them to go out with treats. Thank goodness, the labrador thought the snow was perfect, the beagle needed the shoveled pathway which I never would have thought to do---great tip to be shared for sure Even old dogs learn new tricks at dog school !!!!
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Karen Balasny
5/5
My 2 yr old Lab Kal has been working with Noah and his team in the Academy program, and we are so happy with the progress he has made. We can now take Kali off leash safely for hikes or swimming and his joy is contagious. He comes home from school tired and happy from playing and learning all day, and loves the entire staff. Kudos to Noah and Team Kali!
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Cindy Miller
5/5My husband and I have been attending group training classes with our dog on Saturday mornings with Kathy Santos for the past year or so. Every week she gives the dog owners time to ask her questions about how to handle various situations with their dogs.
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My husband and I have been attending group training classes with our dog on Saturday mornings with Kathy Santos for the past year or so. Every week she gives the dog owners time to ask her questions about how to handle various situations with their dogs.
After this question and answer period, Kathy instructs the dog owners to implement different training exercises with their dogs. She always adds challenges to each training exercise. It is amazing how much all of the dogs learn, including ours, who successfully generalizes what he has learned into our home setting. It is also incredible that Kathy can work with up to 10-15 dogs in a session, and the dogs know they are there to work and learn, not to socialize and disrupt the class. Kathy also e-mails the dog owners follow-up notes on what was accomplished in each class, and spends time in class, giving dog owners tips on the best ways to handle their dogs when having company, especially for a major holiday. We highly recommend Kathy Santos Dog Training in Waldwick, NJ for an outstanding dog training experience. Just seeing how she has trained her own dog, who regularly attends her classes, is extremely inspiring.
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