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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

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90 collected reviews

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Bri Torres
5/5
Eddie was fantastic with our dog, Vada "Belgian Malinois." She was sent for the 4-5 week board and train program. He kept us updated the whole time while in his care with video and picture updates. She is home now, and we just passed our 2 week check-up. He has created a positive…Read full reviewClose full review

Eddie was fantastic with our dog, Vada "Belgian Malinois." She was sent for the 4-5 week board and train program. He kept us updated the whole time while in his care with video and picture updates. She is home now, and we just passed our 2 week check-up. He has created a positive learning experience for Vada and us! I highly recommended his services. Vada is on her way to being an excellent family member.

Jose Orea
5/5
My Fiancée and I had just gotten a puppy and were looking for someone to help us with some reactivity issues. We chose to go to Eddie and do the 4 week boarding program for our Kylo. From the beginning Eddie was very professional and friendly. He took the time to explain the proc…Read full reviewClose full review

My Fiancée and I had just gotten a puppy and were looking for someone to help us with some reactivity issues. We chose to go to Eddie and do the 4 week boarding program for our Kylo. From the beginning Eddie was very professional and friendly. He took the time to explain the process and sent frequent updates on the progress our boy was making. When Kylo came back we were amazed at everything he was able to accomplish with him in just 4 weeks. The training was very effective, it helped our Kylo develop a strong foundation and address the reactivity issues we were concerned with. He also goes above and beyond to make sure we understand what we, as owners, need to do to make sure Kylo continues his training at home. We are very happy with the results and Eddie continues to be available should we need any help. He truly is amazing and we wholeheartedly recommend Eddie to anyone who is looking for a dog trainer that will give you results!

jason pantages
5/5

Sent our 5 month old GS to Eddie, very happy with the progress! In a hopeful way I wanted my dog to come back as a completely obedient GS, well not really but he does understand his commands and loves to work! I know it's going to take a lot in my part. Eddie did a great job guiding me and making understand the journey. Thank you!

Doug Stevenson
5/5
Really glad I took my dog here! Was starting to have issues after my two kids were born and it was clear my dog needed some new structure to better adapt to the family life. Eddie took my dog for a couple weeks and also showed me how to help her adapt. It will be a process going …Read full reviewClose full review

Really glad I took my dog here! Was starting to have issues after my two kids were born and it was clear my dog needed some new structure to better adapt to the family life. Eddie took my dog for a couple weeks and also showed me how to help her adapt. It will be a process going forward but it was much needed and I appreciate how willing he is to continue the training with us going forward. He really want the dogs to succeed as much as the owners do.

Kay Allexander
5/5
Eddie has been SUCH a great help! So glad I didn’t go to anyone else when I was looking for dog trainers. He and his team had been working with my 7month old GR since he was around 12ish weeks old and I couldn’t be more happy. Eddie has laid a great foundation for him and has (an…Read full reviewClose full review

Eddie has been SUCH a great help! So glad I didn’t go to anyone else when I was looking for dog trainers. He and his team had been working with my 7month old GR since he was around 12ish weeks old and I couldn’t be more happy. Eddie has laid a great foundation for him and has (and still) help/s me out with my dog since I’m not really a confident owner and if I need to have him boarded or trained some more. He’s super understanding and if there’s anything I need/needed help with, Eddie is very accommodating as long as you communicate with him! Will definitely continue to work with Eddie and his team in the future no doubt! Need a trainer? Reach out. You won’t regret it.

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