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I love dogs
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Thank you, Kenia. So do I. I appreciate the five stars.
Nathan Woods Dog Trainer
Santa Barbara, California
About Nathan Woods Dog Trainer
Professional dog training and daycare in Santa Barbara since 2001. I do day training: your dog learns while living at home, so the results stick. Programs include the Ultimate Puppy Program, 8-session training, and VIP day-training intensives. I have trained well over 12,000 dogs across four decades, up to the highest levels of AKC obedience. Free 30-minute consults available.
Training & services
Training goals
- Behavior consultation
- Leash training
- Obedience training
- Puppy training
- Recall training
- Socialization
Behavior support
- Aggression training
- Reactivity training
How training happens
- Board and train
- Day training
- Group classes
- Owner coaching
- Private training
Dog age
- Puppies
Support between sessions
- Homework and practice Customer-reported
- Personalized training plans
Assistance and working dogs
- Hunting dog training
Your dog’s background
- Rescue dogs
Additional services
- Boarding
- Daycare
Program details
Safe, structured dog daycare with supervised play, socialization, and enrichment. Perfect for energetic dogs or busy owners. Clean facility, small playgroups, and professional handlers focused on comfort, fun, and positive behavior.
Other listed services
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- Dog training
Program details
Professional dog training focused on reliable obedience, loose-leash walking, manners, and behavior solutions. Customized programs for puppies and adults. Clear guidance, proven methods, and real-world results for calmer, well-mannered dogs.
- Adopted Dog
- Daily Training
- Dog Park
- Dog School
- Dog Visit
- Dog Whisperer
- Job Training
- Life Coach
- New Dog
- Old Dog
- Pet Dog
- Training Help
- Training Sessions
- Training Walks
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Customer reviews
Google listing4.9
67 Google reviews
Mentioned in reviews
- Basic obedience 6
- Leash pulling 6
- Confidence building 5
- German shepherd training 5
- Recall training 4
- Breed understanding 3
All 10 topics
- 8 session course 2
- Calmer dog 2
- Correction collar 2
- Supportive attention 2
Google review topics, not confirmed services.
I love dogs
Nathan really helped us with our 10 month old mini Australian Shepherd named Sheba. She is a very energetic puppy and now she is more manageable with the 8 training sessions he provided. Nathan is very knowledgeable about dogs and we would recommend him to anyone who needs a dog trainer.
Before coming to Nathan, I was super frustrated and felt like a bad dog owner. My young beagle was stubborn and independent, and the typical puppy classes at the SPCA didn’t help much. I never thought she would be able to be the off leash dog I wanted. We enrolled in Nathan’s VIP…Read full reviewClose full review
Before coming to Nathan, I was super frustrated and felt like a bad dog owner. My young beagle was stubborn and independent, and the typical puppy classes at the SPCA didn’t help much. I never thought she would be able to be the off leash dog I wanted. We enrolled in Nathan’s VIP program and it changed everything. I will never forget going to the crazy crowded dog beach with Nathan and him letting her off leash, and her not taking off and coming back when prompted! I couldn’t believe my eyes. Nathan stands behind his work and always makes himself available for support and guidance, during AND after the program. I feel so assured that if daisy and I ever need a refresher, I can give him a call. Thank from a dog who can happily explore off leash and an owner who doesn’t have to worry or feel embarrassed!
Nathan is a wonderful trainer and our one year old Vizsla is so much calmer amd better behaved having completed this course. I highly recommend signing your dog up with Nathan! You will be happy you did so!
I have always wanted a dog to heal, on and off leash. I finally have that. We started with the 8 session package and switched to the VIP sessions half way through. We have really enjoyed working with Nathan and watching our dog mature in to a really well behaved dog. He explai…Read full reviewClose full review
I have always wanted a dog to heal, on and off leash. I finally have that. We started with the 8 session package and switched to the VIP sessions half way through. We have really enjoyed working with Nathan and watching our dog mature in to a really well behaved dog. He explains the techniques and the reasoning behind it, which I really enjoy. I also appreciate not treat-training. Nathan is always encouraging positive reinforcement, not treats, which really works for us. At our last session, he mentioned that she is still a puppy and I actually forgot - she is so well behaved. We don't have any issues with recall or heal, even at the dog park. I am having so much fun with her, we are so grateful for Nathan and all his work.
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