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Way of the Dog

Redondo Beach, California

5/5· 43 Google reviews

About Way of the Dog

During the past 40 years as a practicing behavioral counselor and dog trainer in the Los Angeles area, Brian Lee has worked with over 12,000 dogs and their families to help them raise mentally healthy dogs. Brian has successfully dealt with just about every behavior challenge a dog can present and because of his unique approach and positive results, he is working with many owners and their second and third generation dogs. Although his specialty is the “family dog,” he has also worked with search and rescue, guide, agility, and therapy dogs.

Training & services

Training goals

  • Behavior consultation
  • House training
  • Leash training
  • Puppy training

Behavior support

  • Aggression training
  • Reactivity training
  • Resource guarding

How training happens

  • Owner coaching Customer-reported
  • Private training

Dog age

  • Puppies

Assistance and working dogs

  • Therapy dog training

Dog sports

  • Agility

Your dog’s background

  • Rescue dogs

Additional services

  • Daycare

Other listed services

View 14 additional details
  • 1 Hour Lessons
  • Behavioral Counselor
  • Biting Dogs
  • Dog Whisperer
  • Family Dog
  • Pulls On Leash
  • Animal Training
  • Dog Behaviorist
  • Training Programs
  • Canine Counseling
  • Human Remains Detection
  • Positive Dog Training
  • Potty Trained
  • Leash Control

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Customer reviews

Google listing
5
out of 543 Google reviews

Mentioned in reviews

  • Leash pulling 5
  • Bond with dogs 4
  • Aggression training 2
  • Anxious dog training 2
  • Efficient training 2
  • Happier dog 2
All 10 topics
  • Positive encouragement 2
  • Psychological approach 2
  • Relaxed dog 2
  • Socialization management 2

Google review topics, not confirmed services.

44 collected reviews

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Karen Sullivan
5/5

GREAT! This is our 2nd dog we've taken to Brian Lee.

Valerie Gruber
5/5
I highly recommend Brian and his program. Previously, we had almost given up on walks due to our dog's reactivity (leash pulling, barking, general anxiety of other dogs). He was also very anxious in the house despite being on multiple medications and had bouts of separation anxie…Read full reviewClose full review

I highly recommend Brian and his program. Previously, we had almost given up on walks due to our dog's reactivity (leash pulling, barking, general anxiety of other dogs). He was also very anxious in the house despite being on multiple medications and had bouts of separation anxiety. We knew we needed to see a trainer if we wanted to regain our quality of life. Brian gave us the tools and practices to set us up to be the masters of our house and provide the rules and limitations our dog needed to be successful on walks. Our dog is now very comfortable at home and confident in his daily walks. We can’t recommend Brian enough. He has changed our lives and as a result our dog’s life too.

Megan Golliver
5/5
I cannot say enough positive things about Brian and his program. Upon relocating to California, my dog's separation anxiety and reactivity increased exponentially, to the point walks were no longer enjoyable (leash pulling, chasing, general anxiety of everything) and I couldn't t…Read full reviewClose full review

I cannot say enough positive things about Brian and his program. Upon relocating to California, my dog's separation anxiety and reactivity increased exponentially, to the point walks were no longer enjoyable (leash pulling, chasing, general anxiety of everything) and I couldn't take him to public places (ie, outdoor patios) without chaos ensuing. I knew I needed to urgently address my dog's behavioral issues if we wanted to regain our quality of life. Fast forward to the end of our five sessions with Brian, I frequently get stopped by strangers in public to compliment my dog on his walking, manners, and overall demeanor. As a petite female, I now have complete control of my male 85lb German Shepherd Mix, and I no longer worry about him reacting to something that I physically cannot control or stop. Not only can he be left alone again without barking and destroying the house, he sleeps until I return home. This program has transformed my dog entirely and strengthened our relationship for the better – we owe it to Brian for his commitment to our success!

Anita Bronstein
5/5
I have known Brian Lee since 2007. He has trained our Labradoodle, Shitzu, Goldendoodle and now our White Swiss Shepherd. His methods are so common sense and because of this I was able to continue my training to have two of them certified as therapy dogs. They have worked wi…Read full reviewClose full review

I have known Brian Lee since 2007. He has trained our Labradoodle, Shitzu, Goldendoodle and now our White Swiss Shepherd. His methods are so common sense and because of this I was able to continue my training to have two of them certified as therapy dogs. They have worked with children for the last 12 years. I would never have gotten there without Brian's guidance, positive encouragement and training. He is by far the best dog trainer I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. Brian gets the Gold medal.

Aaron Boyack
5/5
Went to Brian with a pit bull that wanted to eat every dog and skateboarder, was terrified of kids, overly protective, disobedient, and just generally terrifying. With a lot of work, learning, changes, and patience, Brian helped us transform our dog into a kid-loving, dog park go…Read full reviewClose full review

Went to Brian with a pit bull that wanted to eat every dog and skateboarder, was terrified of kids, overly protective, disobedient, and just generally terrifying. With a lot of work, learning, changes, and patience, Brian helped us transform our dog into a kid-loving, dog park going, ultra-obedient dog. Since then, I have been able rescue, foster, and rehome an aggressive Chocolate Lab. Thanks to Brian's teachings, I saved a dog's life, changed our dog's life, and changed our dog family forever. Thank you, Brian!

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