FirstBarkMy boy Eddie is amazing! Very knowledgeable about his craft and a true professional! Can't thank you enough for the services. Highly recommend!!
Critical Thinking Dog Services
Chino Hills, California
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 listing4.9
93 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
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Eddie at Critical Thinking Dog Services was absolutely amazing!! We can’t thank him enough for all his hard work with our Koda. My dog is a German shepherd/husky and what Eddie has done with him has changed my families life. Koda was the definition of Stubborn and he loves to tes…Read full reviewClose full review
Eddie at Critical Thinking Dog Services was absolutely amazing!! We can’t thank him enough for all his hard work with our Koda. My dog is a German shepherd/husky and what Eddie has done with him has changed my families life. Koda was the definition of Stubborn and he loves to test boundaries. Thanks to Eddie I have all the tools I need to set boundaries and have a clear foundation. Koda would jump on anyone that would walk by him knocking over kids and Adults. I can now confidently walk by people and other dogs. I definitely recommend Eddie to help out any family who is looking to train their dog! Thank you again Eddie!!
We can’t thank Eddie enough for all the hard work he put in to training our Xolo pup. Eddie from Critical thinking dog services is professional and a great educator on dogs and their behavior. Our now 8 month old pup had reactivity towards other people/ dogs and walks were a nigh…Read full reviewClose full review
We can’t thank Eddie enough for all the hard work he put in to training our Xolo pup. Eddie from Critical thinking dog services is professional and a great educator on dogs and their behavior. Our now 8 month old pup had reactivity towards other people/ dogs and walks were a nightmare. It was important to us that we got this fixed before he got older and it would get worse. He was able to build his confidence up and set a solid foundation for us. We now can take out our dog with confidence, he doesn’t bat an eye towards any dogs or people. Additionally, our dog also knows his basic commands and does so well. We couldn’t be any happier with the communication during his board & training, we would receive videos and pictures through the entire time. If you are thinking of training your dog, Eddie is the guy to do it! Thank you Eddie!
Eddie was super awesome ! … one of my main goals was to have Macey learn how to walk on the leash .. since Macey would literally freeze no matter what I did and how hard I tried ! Eddie and his team made it happen !! Macey is definitely more confident outside… along with that she also learned basic obedience which include kennel training , sit , down and potty training ….
Eddie is knowledgeable and professional. We wanted our 1 year old Shitzu to learn basic obedience skills mainly not jumping on guests, barking at other dogs or running out the front door. Finny just came home from his 6 week training and we see a huge improvement. Not only did Ed…Read full reviewClose full review
Eddie is knowledgeable and professional. We wanted our 1 year old Shitzu to learn basic obedience skills mainly not jumping on guests, barking at other dogs or running out the front door. Finny just came home from his 6 week training and we see a huge improvement. Not only did Eddie work with our doggy but he also spent time with us showing us training skills that we will continue to work with Finny on at home. We highly recommend Eddie with Critical Thinking Dog Services.
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