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Stop wasting time with outdated obedience and train your dog for real life instead.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
Training goals
Behavior consultationProgram details
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: From $375.00
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: From $300.00
Canine Good Citizen preparationProgram details
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: From $40.00
Crate training
House training
Leash training
Obedience training
Socialization
Behavior support
Aggression training
Barking
Reactivity training
How training happens
Private trainingProgram details
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: From $0.00
Observation for Semi-Private Class (50 minutes) · Listed price: From $0.00
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: From $200.00
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: From $250.00
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: From $175.00
Dog age
PuppiesProgram details
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: From $200.00
Training level
Beginner training
Additional services
Grooming
Other listed services
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Chaos to Calm - Level 1Program details
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: From $250.00
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: From $250.00
Pub Dog Approved: at 1849 BreweryProgram details
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: From $0.00
Doggie Decorum: Out and AboutProgram details
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: From $75.00
Service/Therapy/ESA Dog Consultation - Dog (Over 16 weeks old) (Copy)Program details
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: From $250.00
Private Coaching SessionProgram details
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: From $125.00
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5/5We were having training issues with our pup. We took two other dog training courses with two different trainers and were so disappointed.
We luckily found Heather with Casa Luna Canines through a referral and what a difference she has made!
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We were having training issues with our pup. We took two other dog training courses with two different trainers and were so disappointed.
We luckily found Heather with Casa Luna Canines through a referral and what a difference she has made!
We have taken one group class with Heather and a package of 12 training sessions, and we are so happy with the results.
She is so knowledgeable and loves what she does. She not only loves dogs but trains both the dog and the dog owner !
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Michelle Freschi
5/5Heather is amazing! We started to work with her when Sierra was about 5 months old, and now we have a wonderful dog who is on her way to being our “dream” dog. Thank you Heather for your kindness, support, knowledge and love of our dog Sierra. Sierra has also been to her doggy da…Read full reviewClose full review
Heather is amazing! We started to work with her when Sierra was about 5 months old, and now we have a wonderful dog who is on her way to being our “dream” dog. Thank you Heather for your kindness, support, knowledge and love of our dog Sierra. Sierra has also been to her doggy daycare when there are times we are away for several hours a day, she loves to go and we love knowing she’s in great hands.
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