VP Dog Training

VP Dog Training VP Dog Training is a full-service business. We offer group training classes, in-home consultations and in-home lessons and have been for 28 years.

We use positive reinforcement with structure. Give us a call to discuss your needs 949.650.6208

Great demo
04/05/2025

Great demo

Meet my new “grand dog”. Such a cutie pie and quick learner. Tons of research went in to getting this pup. Had to be hyp...
04/02/2025

Meet my new “grand dog”. Such a cutie pie and quick learner. Tons of research went in to getting this pup. Had to be hypoallergenic (dad has allergies) and super temperament. Going to be a therapy dog of sorts.

Hard to tell who is happier…mom or daughter (actually G-ma too shhhhhhh)

He’s a standard size ultra Bernedoodle. Best of both worlds. Fantastic breeder that really takes her job seriously which is harder to find then you might think.

Yesterday was sort of sad on a personal note. Many have thought I was so silly to have an attachment to my old van (22 y...
03/06/2025

Yesterday was sort of sad on a personal note. Many have thought I was so silly to have an attachment to my old van (22 years old) but “she” has seen so much of my life over the years. This van carried all my 4 kids to countless parties and brought their friends along because there was always room. Birthdays, soccer, Girl Scouts, Blue Birds…..dance recitals and all their meetings and such. I went along on school trips and supervised many children because of this van.

Then there is the literally countless dogs she safely transported over the years. She would tower above other vehicles as a landmark “oh thats where we go cuz I see Patti’s van.

But it was time for me to downsize so she needed to find a new home. She went to a young couple, a firefighter and his wife, who had a similar van that didn’t last as long. They were excited to find her. It’s so silly but I literally couldn’t watch them drive her away. I know…..so silly but call me sentimental. Now my new car is one of thousands that all look alike. Goodbye old girl.

ATTITUDE MATTERSWhat do I mean by the above statement? Pretty much exactly what it says. Anyone that has ever attended ...
02/23/2025

ATTITUDE MATTERS

What do I mean by the above statement? Pretty much exactly what it says.
Anyone that has ever attended my group class, had at-home lessons, or even had a phone consultation (which I do many of) knows after a short time what my general philosophy of dog training is all about.

At this time there are trainers that will resort to any means to make sure the dogs of their clients are compliant. I also want to make sure that the dogs of my clients understand what is expected of them and are able to realistically comply with their owners’ commands. After all that’s why people choose to go with a particular trainer. However the danger lies with the trainers who promise the solving of serious aggression or fear issues or even shyness issues in two weeks. Not a problem so they say to their prospective client. And for frustrated and exhausted owners this sounds soooo tempting. Unfortunately it rarely turns out well or long lasting.

I will NOT make such promises but WILL demonstrate how to develop clear communication and motivation for their individual dog. I have long described myself as a positive reinforcement trainer with lots of structure.

Because of this way that I choose to train dogs it is overwhelmingly common that the dogs I work with not only enjoy training and are a willing partner. They don’t respond out of fear but do understand rules and yes even consequences although physical punishment is not used.

Some dogs start my classes wild and uncontrollable, sometimes dangerously so, but by the end they are truly a willing working partner. The dog looks forward to learning and mastering tasks and the owners develop a wonderful bond with their dog that should last for the lifetime of the dog.

I pull teaching strategies from so many master trainers I admire. I enjoy finding that special key that unlocks each dog’s potential.

I have held this philosophy of training for many years and although I continue to learn more everyday I haven’t felt the need to radically change my methods.

Call it training with fun, form, and function.

Hope to see you in class soon!

Patti

We have a new group class starting on Saturday, March 8 in Irvine. If you would like to join or have any questions conta...
02/21/2025

We have a new group class starting on Saturday, March 8 in Irvine. If you would like to join or have any questions contact me at 949.650.6208.

It’s also a great time to brush up on commands for your dog. Repeat students can attend with a hefty discount.

Patti

Still plenty of room to join the next group training class. It starts on January 4 in Irvine. Great way to start off the...
12/21/2024

Still plenty of room to join the next group training class. It starts on January 4 in Irvine. Great way to start off the new year with your dog. Let me know if you have questions or wish to join.

New group class starting January 4 in Irvine. Great time to refresh all our dogs have learned. It’s hard to find time du...
12/04/2024

New group class starting January 4 in Irvine. Great time to refresh all our dogs have learned. It’s hard to find time during the holidays so going to class is a great way to motivate us AND our dogs!

Great breakfast get together with my big brother. Always great to get some real FaceTime.
12/04/2024

Great breakfast get together with my big brother. Always great to get some real FaceTime.

Beautiful birthday cakeMade for me by my very talented girlhood friend!Thank you sooo much Michelle❤️
09/06/2024

Beautiful birthday cake
Made for me by my very talented girlhood friend!

Thank you sooo much Michelle❤️

NEW SATURDAY CLASS STARTS THIS SATURDAY in Irvine. It will be a small class so we should be able to work on some things ...
08/28/2024

NEW SATURDAY CLASS STARTS THIS SATURDAY in Irvine. It will be a small class so we should be able to work on some things we usually can’t.

Let me know if you have any questions or would like to join

New Saturday class starts 7/6 in IrvineLet me know if you have questions or would like to join.
07/01/2024

New Saturday class starts 7/6 in Irvine
Let me know if you have questions or would like to join.

07/01/2024

Our Saturday class graduated yesterday. All dogs demonstrated great improvement in their skills.

Some of the students stayed afterward to allow their dogs engage a bit.

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Newport Beach, CA

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