Daniel Dagg, Bay Area Dog Trainer

Wiley was introduced to Dan as a 2 year old pit-boxer mix with leash aggression, occasional dog aggression, stubbornness, and tendencies to jump on people. Ever since our first session Wiley has been improving drastically. He shows you how to properly lay down a foundation for a respectful, obedient dog. Today we met Dan at the dog park where he showed us how to properly introduce Wiley to other dogs, which was done without issue. In a matter of minutes, he had Wiley amicably playing in a diverse herd with no altercations. I’m not sure if I should review this soon since we haven’t completed the course, but I’m extremely satisfied with the results thus far. Thanks Dan!

Dan has a dog brain riding around in his cranium next to his own. His in-depth understanding of the way dogs actually think, makes his training method unique and startlingly effective. Like the few really competent dog trainers, this method is as much about re-training dog owners as understanding your dog(s) and how to make them happy, obedient allies. I, like most dog owners, had a pure Pavlovian idea about bending dogs to our wishes (I give food, you do). Forget it. Dan goes deep with three simple basics that once engrained in your pet, the rest is pretty easy. These basics actually allow your dog to relax into their place in the pack while installing you as the alpha. From there they simple want to enjoy and please you. Sound a bit new-agey for you? We have seen the results with our two young Basenjis, Betty and Rita. This breed is notoriously stubborn, smart and willful and Dan's methods have mostly curtailed that. Plus, he's a nice, perceptive, personable fellow. Resistance is futile,