Daniel Dagg, Bay Area Dog Trainer

Our family's experience with Dan was exceptional. He is an expert in his field, knowledgeable, patient, great to work with, and our dogs loved working with him. We have two 20lbs chihuahua terrier mix rescues that we adopted as puppies at separate times, the second of which was a constant puller on leash, under socialized, extremely anxious, leash and fear reactive toward dogs, and terrified of people and the world in general. After a year of other training programs and trying on our own, we were told that she was never going to be a social dog. Then we contacted Dan. Dan guided us to success and proved that our pups could be successful with the correct tools, approach and consistency, and that the process could be fun and sustainable long term. He made us the experts our dogs needed. I am happy to report that my pups are doing amazing socially, even at the dog park, love our family and friends and their dogs, and join us on vacations and now love new experiences. Our anxious pup became confident and more secure every day since working with Dan and is so happy and enjoying her life fully. They love to train, walks are fun again, and we can enjoy life together with our dogs as we always had imagined. Dan really can help every dog. Thank you Dan for everything!

Mr. Dagg was not only great to talk to, but was excellent in his work and good on his word. His methods are logical and easy to understand as well as easy to apply if you put in the proper effort. The type of training he does isn't for everyone since he teaches you how to train your dog and expects you to put in the work for your dog, but for his knowledge, expertise, and good attitude, he is a wonderful trainer.

Wilbur is a 4-year old Spaniel mix that was very excitable when people came over to the house. He was jumpy, would have submissive pee, but also would hump legs. He’s a sweet dog but wasn’t well-mannered. Dan gave us the right tools and mindset to work with Wilbur. How well he responded to Dan during our first session gave us the confidence that we could do the same with him, after putting in the work. Wilbur has become a calmer and more well-balanced dog and is much more well-behaved when people come over. Our experience working with Dan was great. We highly recommend him.