FirstBarkWhen I first brought Mick home I was very overwhelmed. I have not had a puppy in over a decade and never one with this much energy. Heather explained not only how to work with Mick, but why he does the things he does. It changed my relationship with him to a much happier one. I am feeling more confident about our future together! Thanks Heather, your help has been amazing!
Casa Luna Canines
Grass Valley, California
About Casa Luna Canines
Dog Training. Human Learning. Stop wasting time with outdated obedience and train your dog for real life instead. Helping you become your dog's best friend through calm, confident connection. We use a positive rewards, games-based model to turn chaos into calm, and now, we offer the perfect environment to practice. NEW: Visit our 1/2 acre, fully fenced private Sniffspot in the Grass Valley pines. Whether you are training for off-leash reliability or just need a secure, private space for your reactive dog to decompress, our wooded park is designed for your success. Don't let behavior struggles ruin the dream; come build a lasting relationship in a space designed for learning and play. Life is better when your dog actually listens to you.
Training & services
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- Behavior consultation
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Arrange a Virtual Behavior Consultation with Heather and receive experienced help and expert advice for issues requiring more intensive behavior modification (aggression, fear, anxiety, guarding, reactivity, etc). The first part of the call is to gather a detailed history to understand your dog as a whole and to identify the causes of the behavior issue(s), then begin training and solutions. Generally, for behavior issues, follow-up coaching or training sessions will be recommended. · Listed price: [object Object]
- Canine Good Citizen preparation
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The AKC Canine Good Citizen™ (CGC) program provides a framework for training your dog to become a polite member of society. It can serve as a foundation for dog sports, therapy and service dog work and and a way to begin tackling behavior challenges. Some insurance companies recognize the certificate for homeowner or renter policy discounts. · Listed price: [object Object]
- Crate training
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- House training
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- Leash training
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- Obedience training
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- Socialization
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Behavior support
- Aggression training
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- Barking
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- Reactivity training
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How training happens
- Private training
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Sign up for a time to speak with our Lead Trainer about which Private Training option or package is right for you. Please fill out the questionnaire as completely as you can so we can connect you with the person best able to help you. · Listed price: [object Object]
Observation for Semi-Private Class (50 minutes) · Listed price: [object Object]
Heather will meet with you online and work with you and your puppy, so you are both in the safety and comfort of your own home. We discuss your goals and get you and your puppy set up for success. We address proper socialization, temperament concerns, nipping, chewing, house-training, teaching boundaries and crates. Early communication and training are essential to a happy and successful puppy. We NEVER use fear, intimidation, harmful or painful training tools and techniques on your puppy. · Listed price: [object Object]
Meet with Heather (online) and receive expert, experienced training help. This is suitable for puppies and dogs over 16 weeks (if younger, book the puppy consult) and covers obedience, basic manners, learning how to go out and about or specific training needs. We use fun, reward-based learning games that help your dog’s brain to develop into a well-rounded dog that listens and chooses to be around you. We NEVER use fear, intimidation, harmful or painful training tools and techniques on your dog. · Listed price: [object Object]
Training sessions can be booked AFTER an initial consultation with Heather. Sessions may be conducted in person or online, at Heather’s discretion and consideration for location. In-person sessions may be at the Casa Luna Canines facility, at your home or at a mutually agreeable public location. Training sessions include introduction to new games or training techniques and can address new behaviors or specific training needs. · Listed price: [object Object]
Dog age
- Puppies
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AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy and Kids is specifically designed for young learners (ages 7 - 11 ) and their young pups (up to 1 year) to encourage responsible dog ownership and training. We focus on Socialization, Training, Activity and Responsible Ownership (S.T.A.R.) The 6 week class includes the AKC STAR puppy evaluation on the last week. Owners (and a parent/guardian) must attend all 6 classes. · Listed price: [object Object]
Training level
- Beginner training
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Additional services
- Grooming
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- Chaos to Calm - Level 1
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Chaos to Calm is an introductory class that offers the foundation for all dog training. We address common issues with new (or slightly used) dogs including how to introduce necessary training and grooming tools to your dog (leash, harness/head collar, muzzle, cone collar, nail clippers, crates), how to teach every day commands (sit, down, stay, come, leave it, wait, etc), as well as the basics of how dogs “think” and process the world around us. This is a fit for new and returning dogs. · Listed price: [object Object]
- Doggie Decorum (MAY 5 Start, FRI AM)
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Doggie Decorum is a foundational course that focuses on Household Manners. We teach appropriate greetings (both to humans and dogs), crate training, bed/boundary training, barking and proper car behavior. This can be taken before or after Basic Buddy Training. There are some concepts that overlap and both courses can be repeated and will give you a great foundation for dog training. · Listed price: [object Object]
- Pub Dog Approved: at 1849 Brewery
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This is a FREE Pub Dog Approved evaluation. If you've ever participated in the Canine Good Citizen evaluation, this will be similar, but in a real-world community setting. In fact, if you pass this, you qualify for the AKC Community Canine Title. You WILL need proof of RABIES VACCINATION for your Dog. We start with the evaluations. Each time and location the course may be slightly different. If you pass all items, you get the certificate. If you don't, stick around to practice and try again next tim · Listed price: [object Object]
- Doggie Decorum: Out and About
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Doggie Decorum: Out and About helps you teach your dog the appropriate manners for going out and "doing stuff" with you. Whether you enjoy hiking, camping, coffee shop lounging, pub and winery visits or simply visiting friends and family, you dog needs manners. We teach appropriate out and about greetings, navigating public areas, loose leash walking and calm "chill" time while activity is going near and far. This class is best for dogs who have been introduced to some basic training. · Listed price: [object Object]
- Service/Therapy/ESA Dog Consultation - Dog (Over 16 weeks old) (Copy)
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Meet with Heather (online) for expert, experienced training help. This is for anyone considering or already working toward service, therapy, or emotional support dogs. We'll cover what is expected in the roles for both human and dog, what you need to learn, and whether your dog, if you have one, is a good fit. We use fun, reward-based games that build the focus, confidence and reliability these roles ask for. We NEVER use fear, intimidation, harmful or painful training tools and techniques on your dog. · Listed price: [object Object]
- Private Coaching Session
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Coaching sessions can be booked only AFTER an initial consultation with Heather They may be conducted in-person or online, at Heather’s discretion and consideration of location. In-person sessions may be at the Casa Luna Canines facility, at your home or at a mutually agreeable public location. Please be clear coaching does NOT INCLUDE ADDITIONAL GAMES or TRAINING TECHNIQUES. This is meant as a lower cost option to refine and practice skills. · Listed price: [object Object]
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- dog breeds 2
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I luckily discovered Heather and Casaluna Canines 1 1/2 years ago when Rubee was 6 months . We had taken all the other puppy classes in town and I spent many hours online training myself. Heather's approach is unique in that it focuses on the human-dog relationship and the dogs b…Read full reviewClose full review
I luckily discovered Heather and Casaluna Canines 1 1/2 years ago when Rubee was 6 months . We had taken all the other puppy classes in town and I spent many hours online training myself. Heather's approach is unique in that it focuses on the human-dog relationship and the dogs brain (verses their behavior). It would not be an understatement to say this approach has changed the entire trajectory of my relationship with Rubee. Understanding her behavior has decreased MY frustration and helped me be more clear and patient. We took 2 rounds of Doggie Decorum and now are enjoying the playground! The playground is essentially the coolest outdoor "agility-like" course I've ever seen- unique and colorful and fun. We are learning important real life skills (building confidence and coordination, human-dog cueing, and focus amidst other dogs , people and stimuli (hello goats!). Heather and Alan work so hard and are sincere, silly and super knowledgable. Highly, highly recommend!
I feel so lucky to have found Casa Luna and Heather. Her knowledge, experience, delivery and true love for all our 4 legged babies is from the heart. Through my limited work with Heather I have learned how to really "read" my dogs and I pay so much more attention to what they are…Read full reviewClose full review
I feel so lucky to have found Casa Luna and Heather. Her knowledge, experience, delivery and true love for all our 4 legged babies is from the heart. Through my limited work with Heather I have learned how to really "read" my dogs and I pay so much more attention to what they are feeling and trying to tell me. I recognize my dogs body language which has changed my communication with them. I am grateful to have connected with a true "dog whisperer" and look forward to new opportunities to bring Ella and Roxie to Casa Luna Canines. . Thank you Heather, Alan and Luna! Debbie, Ella and Roxie.
Love Casa Luna Canines! Such a supportive, engaging, and fun environment. Heather is very engaging and always willing to help us become the best team possible. I have a service dog- Dawson and we're always training and learning new and exciting ways to be a team!
I took my rescue dog to Casa Luna Canines for a CGC class and we both had a great experience! Heather is focused on developing the relationship you have with your dog and not just teaching simple commands, so that both owner and dog develop trusting relationship which makes it easy to develop the skills needed by both to continue to learn and grow.
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