Diana Simonsen Dog Training

Name: Diana Simonsen Dog Training
Address: 8819 353rd Ave NE, Carnation, WA 98014, Carnation, Washington, 98014, US
Telephone: +1425-985-9060

Carnation, Washington

5/5· 25 Google reviews

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About Diana Simonsen Dog Training

Positive Dog Training Techniques, Joyful Results! Diana Simonsen Dog Training provides expert, science-based coaching to help you build a joyful relationship with your dog. As a multi-credentialed trainer, Diana uses positive reinforcement and fear-free principles to ensure effective, ethical results. Our Three-Track Model includes Behavior Solutions for reactivity or anxiety, Family Companion for life skills and puppy socialization, and Dog Sports for Rally, Heeling, and Trick Dog titles. Join us at our training arena in Carnation, WA, or participate in live online sessions from home. From AKC Canine Good Citizen prep to specialized guest workshops, we focus on clear communication to help you teach every cue with confidence.

Training & services

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Canine Good Citizen preparation
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Prepare your dog for any situation with our CGC-Life Skills class. Learn practical training for polite greetings, calm leash walking, and reliable obedience, all while preparing for the Canine Good Citizen (CGC) certification. · Listed price: [object Object]
Leash training
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Obedience training
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Whether you're aiming to compete or want to enhance your dog's obedience, our Rally classes are a great fit! · Listed price: [object Object]
Whether you're aiming to compete or want to enhance your dog's obedience, our Rally classes are a great fit! Learn foundational skills on and off-leash while navigating a fun course. · Listed price: [object Object]
Our Rally Obedience class offers a unique blend of fun and focus. Learn the basics and flow of Rally while honing precision heeling skills, creating a well-rounded training experience for you and your dog. · Listed price: [object Object]
Get ready to ace your AKC Virtual Obedience entry with our monthly run-throughs! Practice on two official courses (Beginner Novice or Novice), receive a high-quality video of your best run, and simplify your submission process. · Listed price: [object Object]
Recall training
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Socialization
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Behavior support

Reactivity training
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How training happens

Group classes
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Online or virtual training
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Private training
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Get started with a comprehensive 1.5-hour online private session tailored to your dog's specific needs and your training goals. · Listed price: [object Object]
Get a focused 30-minute in-person training session at our Carnation, WA facility - ideal for tackling specific skills or quick progress checks. · Listed price: [object Object]
Enjoy personalized, one-on-one attention during a full 60-minute in-person training session at our facility in beautiful Carnation, WA! · Listed price: [object Object]
Receive convenient and effective dog training from the comfort of your home with a focused 30-minute online private session. · Listed price: [object Object]
Benefit from a comprehensive 60-minute online private training session offering personalized guidance and support. · Listed price: [object Object]

Dog age

Puppies
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Assistance and working dogs

Service dog training
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Dog sports

Rally obedience
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Our monthly Rally Virtual Run-throughs offer the perfect opportunity to practice your Novice to Excellent runs. You'll get access to two complete courses, video of your best runs, and a YouTube link for submission to the AKC. · Listed price: [object Object]
Trick training
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Earn Trick Dog titles from anywhere! Our video evaluation service makes it easy to showcase your dog's skills and receive detailed feedback to help you succeed. · Listed price: [object Object]

Training approach

Positive reinforcement
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Additional services

Grooming
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Heeling Games ONLINE
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Improve your dog's off-leash obedience and precision with our Heeling Games class. Learn to achieve brisk, focused heeling and reliable recall. This class is excellent preparation for both Rally and formal obedience. · Listed price: [object Object]
Heeling Games
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Improve your dog's off-leash obedience and precision with our Heeling Games class. Learn to achieve brisk, focused heeling and reliable recall. This class is excellent preparation for both Rally and formal obedience. · Listed price: [object Object]
It's a Team Effort: Tips & Skills for Low Stress Vet Visits with Dr. Krista Eraham and Diana Simonsen - Auditors
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Observe and learn from all presentations and demonstrations. Price: $70 Limited to 30 spots · Listed price: [object Object]
It's a Team Effort: Tips & Skills for Low Stress Vet Visits with Dr. Krista Eraham and Diana Simonsen - Working Teams
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Participate actively with your dog in hands-on exercises and receive personalized coaching. Price: $120 Limited to eight (8) teams · Listed price: [object Object]
FREE Phone Call Consultation
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Schedule a complimentary phone call to discuss your dog training needs and see if our services are the right fit for you. · Listed price: [object Object]
Virtual Home Manners Video Evaluation Only
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Earn the AKC Virtual Home Manners title from anywhere! Our video evaluation service makes it easy to showcase your dog's skills and receive detailed feedback to help you succeed. · Listed price: [object Object]

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Customer reviews

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out of 525 Google reviews

Mentioned in reviews

knowledgeable trainer 6
reinforcement 4
belgian malinois 3
patient trainer 3
positive approach 3
reactivity training 3

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supportive 3
virtual lessons 3
clear training methods 2
private training 2

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Christina Janansky2024-12-22

5/5

So happy we found Diana! We are only a couple of lessons in (one virtual, one private in-person) and are already seeing SO much progress in our pup. We really appreciate the positive, gentle, and patient attitude Diana brings to each lesson, and love the practical, direct, and non-judgmental approach to puppy parenthood. This is especially welcome, as our new puppy is a GSD rescue with some prior trauma/fear-based reactivity to people. You can tell Diana cares deeply about her clients (pup and people alike) and we are grateful to have found a space that will help us to better understand, support, and grow with our big, little guy :) Thanks, Diana!

Phyllis Swanson2024-09-22

5/5

Diana is a wonderful 100% positive reinforcement trainer. She is very knowledgeable, patient and non-judgmental. Her facility is spotless and perfect for any training setup. I would highly recommend.

Business response

2025-09-21

Thank you for your kind review and for taking the time to share your experience. We're happy to hear that our positive reinforcement training and facility met your expectations. Our mission is to offer a supportive and effective training environment for you and your dog. Your recommendation is incredibly valuable to us, and we look forward to continuing to support your training journey. Should you need any assistance, please feel free to reach out.

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Tania DePue2024-07-08

5/5

Highly, highly recommend Diana. I bring our rescue pup (German Shepherd Dog/Siberian Husky party mix from Texas) for regular Canine Good Citizen/Life Skills classes and honestly the classes are more for me than him. Diana is all about communication and patience--her motto "train with patience, kindness and joy" is 100% true to her methodology--and this has been critical in my learning. We have a rescue Belgian Malinois as well, and I apply the lessons learned for her, too. Diana has helped me learn to read my dogs' body language and build a toolkit of communication, contingency plans, and general common sense that is rooted in sound psychology. Our running and walking is joyful (no arm-ripping pulling), my Mal has a razor sharp recall (even when squirrels are afoot!) and our sweet rodeo clown is everyone's best friend. Diana's training facility is also fantastic, and you don't want to miss her equally fantastic SniffSpot where we've met up with classmates after class for play time!

Business response

2024-09-21

Hi Tania, Thank you for the wonderful review on Google. I really appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts about our classes. It's great to hear that the tools and strategies we've worked on are helping both of your dogs. Hearing that your walks are more enjoyable and that your Malinois has a strong recall means a lot—it shows you're putting the lessons into practice effectively. I'm also pleased you're enjoying the training facility and the SniffSpot—it's designed for you and the dogs to get the most out of your time here. Thanks again for your feedback. Looking forward to our next session together and continuing to support your training journey. Best, Diana

Review on Google

R W2024-07-01

5/5

If you’d like 100% positive-reinforcement training for your dog that is effective and enjoyable, Diana is your trainer. She’s knowledgeable, patient, accommodating and incorporates methods of training that actually work. Her online lessons were surprisingly useful. Would have gotten a lot out of the training if it had been only online. Also had the opportunity to train in-person and she has a beautiful and functional training facility and property that benefited my family immensely. For the amount of knowledge we gained coupled with very positive results, her training packages are affordable and worth it.

Business response

2024-09-21

Thank you for your review! I'm glad to hear you found the positive-reinforcement training effective and that both the online and in-person sessions were useful for you. It's great to know the training facility met your needs as well. I appreciate your feedback on the affordability and value of the training packages. My goal is always to offer meaningful and practical training solutions. I look forward to continuing our work together. Thanks again for your support! Happy training, Diana

Review on Google

Denise Gregory Wyatt2024-07-01

5/5

Diana is fabulous!!! she is patient and unpacks a problem so you can focus on what needs to be addressed. She also has been fun to work with to teach our pups some fun tricks!

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