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Critical Thinking Dog Services

Chino Hills, California

4.9/5· 93 Google reviews

About Critical Thinking Dog Services

Our mission is to foster harmonious relationships between dogs and their owners by providing exceptional guidance and clarity. We are dedicated to transforming your relationship with your dog, ensuring a balanced and joyful partnership. If you're seeking positive change and aspire to see your dog thrive, please reach out to us. We look forward to serving you and thank you in advance for your trust.

Training & services

Training goals

  • Behavior consultation
    Program details

    Behavioral modification to correct unwanted habits. We address the cause of problem behaviors and create clear, positive changes that last.

  • Canine Good Citizen preparation
  • Crate training
    Program details

    Crate training to create comfort and structure. Helps with housebreaking, safety, and calm behavior.

  • House training
  • Leash training
    Program details

    Loose leash walking training to stop pulling. Creates calm, controlled walks.

    Off-leash training to improve control without a leash. Builds trust, recall, and responsiveness.

  • Obedience training
    Program details

    Advanced obedience training for reliable control in real-world settings. Focuses on precision and consistency.

    Dog manners training to improve everyday behavior. Focus on calm, polite habits.

    Obedience training to teach clear commands and reliable listening. Helps dogs follow rules, improve focus, and behave calmly at home and in public.

  • Puppy training
    Program details

    Puppy training to build good habits early. We focus on basic skills, confidence, and positive behavior to help puppies grow into well-mannered dogs.

  • Recall training
    Program details

    Recall training to teach dogs to come when called. Builds reliability, focus, and safety.

    Off-leash recall training to improve safety and freedom. Builds strong response skills.

  • Socialization
    Program details

    Puppy socialization to build confidence early. Introduces puppies to sights, sounds, and experiences safely.

    Socialization training to help dogs feel calm around people, dogs, and new environments.

Behavior support

  • Aggression training
    Program details

    Aggression management training to improve safety and control. We work on triggers, structure, and calm behavior using proven methods.

    Dominance and aggression training focused on structure and control. Improves safety and behavior.

  • Barking
    Program details

    Barking control training to reduce excessive noise. Teaches calm responses to triggers.

  • Chewing
    Program details

    Destructive chewing prevention to protect your home. Builds proper habits and outlets.

  • Fear and confidence
    Program details

    Fearful dog training to build confidence and trust. Gentle methods help dogs feel safe.

  • Reactivity training
    Program details

    Leash reactivity training to reduce barking and pulling. Improves focus and calm walking.

    Reactive dog training to reduce lunging, barking, and fear. Helps dogs stay calm around triggers.

  • Separation anxiety
    Program details

    Separation anxiety training to reduce stress when alone. Builds calm behavior and confidence.

How training happens

  • Board and train
    Program details

    Board and train programs where dogs stay with a trainer. Intensive training with daily structure and practice.

  • Group classes
    Program details

    Group dog classes for learning with distractions. Helps improve obedience, focus, and social skills.

  • In-home training
    Program details

    At-home dog training in your environment. Real-world results where behavior matters most.

  • Online or virtual training
    Program details

    Remote dog training with live guidance. Convenient support from anywhere.

  • Owner coaching Customer-reported
  • Private training

Dog age

  • Puppies
    Program details

    Puppy biting prevention to teach gentle play. Helps stop nipping early.

  • Senior dogs

Training level

  • Advanced obedience
  • Advanced training
  • Beginner training

Support between sessions

  • Follow-up support

Assistance and working dogs

  • Service dog training

Dog sports

  • Agility
  • Trick training
    Program details

    Trick training for fun and mental stimulation. Strengthens focus and bonding.

Training approach

  • Positive reinforcement
    Program details

    Positive reinforcement training using rewards and clear guidance. Encourages long-term success.

Additional services

  • Boarding
  • Daycare
    Program details

    Dog daycare with training for learning during play. Combines structure, socialization, and fun.

  • Dog walking

Other listed services

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  • Dog sitting (in-home)
  • 4 Week Program
  • 6 Week Program
  • Basic commands training
    Program details

    Basic commands training covering sit, stay, down, and come. Builds a strong foundation for good behavior.

  • Behavior Specialist
  • Dog Issues
  • Dog Play
  • Dog Programs
  • Dog Rehabilitate
  • Dog Training Programs
  • Dog adoption counseling
    Program details

    Dog adoption counseling to match families with the right dog. Guidance before and after adoption.

  • Dog boot camp
    Program details

    Dog boot camp for fast-paced training. Builds obedience, structure, and confidence.

  • Drop Off
  • Fear and Anxiety Training
  • Group sessions
  • Helping Dog
  • Impulse control training
    Program details

    Impulse control training to reduce jumping and rushing. Helps dogs think before reacting.

  • Jumping prevention
    Program details

    Jumping prevention training to teach polite greetings. Encourages calm behavior around people.

  • Potty Breaks
  • Relationship Building Exercises
  • Relationship-Based Dog Training
  • Group playtime
  • Pet pick up and drop off
  • Pet sitting
  • Dog breed-specific training
  • Fear and Anxiety Management
  • Pet training consultations
  • Training for shy dogs

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Customer reviews

Google listing
4.9
out of 593 Google reviews

Mentioned in reviews

  • Confidence building 19
  • Reactivity training 9
  • Crate training 8
  • Board and train 6
  • Dog behavior insight 5
  • Potty training 5
All 10 topics
  • Behavior correction 4
  • Board and training 4
  • Separation anxiety training 3
  • Confidence course 2

Google review topics, not confirmed services.

90 collected reviews

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Kimberly Gebala
1/5
I am writing this with a very heavy heart. Our family is devastated and completely heartbroken. Our precious fur baby who just turned 5 Australian Shepherd passed away while in the care of Critical Thinking Dog Services. Eddie, his mom Yolie, sister Brianna have not given us a…Read full reviewClose full review

I am writing this with a very heavy heart. Our family is devastated and completely heartbroken. Our precious fur baby who just turned 5 Australian Shepherd passed away while in the care of Critical Thinking Dog Services. Eddie, his mom Yolie, sister Brianna have not given us any explanation as to what might have happened on their end. Eddie's brother Josh of Critical Thinking with Josh has also not returned my voicemail or text. After our dog's unfortunate tragedy, I reached out for insurance information but Eddie has not responded. I don't usually post but if this review can save another family from suffering like we are it's worth it. They said our fur baby was found in his crate on July 26, 2026. And no attempt was made to get him to any emergency services. Herschel was so loved by his family, we miss him beyond words, may he rest in peace.

Ricardo Estada
5/5

What a great trainer! Does amazing work that really works! Highly recommend!

Meena Eskander
5/5

My go to for anything and everything related to my dogs. Precise knowledge and dedication. Thanks for everything!

Bianca Lopez
5/5

Best of the best ! Trained my unruly little frenchies and my sisters Cane Corso . Very knowledgable in what he does ! 1000% recommend !

Tiffany Simms
5/5
We have a 5 yr old, 75lb. reactive, fearful boxer-pit mix. Eddie has been able to successfully build trust with him in a way NO other trainer/boarder has been able to. Eddie is responsive and flexible with our schedule. Last summer our dog boarded with him for 10 days and came ba…Read full reviewClose full review

We have a 5 yr old, 75lb. reactive, fearful boxer-pit mix. Eddie has been able to successfully build trust with him in a way NO other trainer/boarder has been able to. Eddie is responsive and flexible with our schedule. Last summer our dog boarded with him for 10 days and came back calm and well-cared for. We are so appreciative of the service he provides and would recommend him to anyone looking for a trainer/boarder.

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