FirstBarkSteve was wonderful! I love his gentle and evidence based guidance on dog behavior. Highly recommended!
Pack Leader
Redding, California
About Pack Leader
Pack Leader Dog Training, LLC, a dog training establishment led by Steven James, a certified professional dog behaviorist and trainer, provides an exceptional dog training experience. Utilizing a calm, gentle, and highly effective approach derived from canine psychology and operant conditioning techniques, Steve empowers dog owners to create obedient and harmonious dogs. Embracing all breeds, ages, sizes, and behavioral concerns, Steve equips pet owners with the tools, knowledge, and support necessary to build a positive and fulfilling connection with their beloved dogs. Home visits and Board and Train options are available. Based in Redding, California. Ask about veteran and EMS discounts.
Training & services
Training goals
- Behavior consultation
- Leash training
- Obedience training
- Recall training
Behavior support
- Aggression training
- Barking
- Reactivity training
How training happens
- Board and train
Program details
1-on-1 Specialized training to help you and your pup live your best lives. My 6-day program will teach your dog how to be calm, obedient and trustworthy. If you want to take your dog in town, camping, or just through the neighborhood in a calm, enjoyable manner, this is the program you need
- Online or virtual training
- Owner coaching Customer-reported
Dog age
- Puppies
Training level
- Beginner training Customer-reported
Training approach
- Positive reinforcement
Additional services
- Boarding
Other listed services
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- Dog training
Program details
Dog behaviorist and training services provided in your home for 1.5 to 3 hours, plus ongoing email and phone support. I'll give you the knowledge and tools you need to have a calm, happy and obedient dog. Issues, such as jumping, barking, etc., as well as sit, stay, walk, recall & more are included. · Listed price: From $300.00
- Behavior Therapy
- Canine Behaviorist
- Dog Check
- Dog Collars
- Dog Communication
- Dog Learn
- Dog Training Pack
- Dog Training Techniques
- Emotional Support Animal
- Leader Dog
- Personal Training
- Pets Training
- Teaching Your Dog
- Training Packages
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Customer reviews
Google listing5
85 Google reviews
Mentioned in reviews
- Dog psychology 9
- Calm dog 6
- Basic obedience 5
- Quick results 5
- Leash walking 4
- K9 interaction 3
All 10 topics
- Aggression toward people 2
- Calm trainer 2
- Dog aggression 2
- Personable staff 2
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I have a chihuahua lab mix and I thought he could never be trained but when I met Steve he showed me and taught me everything I need to know to train my dog I love Steve I would definitely recommend i am so happy with only the first day he was great I didn’t think my dog would listen that much but I will be having him come back for sure 💚❤️
Very informative. Immidate results. Now it's up to me and my wife.
Great information for me to use to train my puppy, a catahula mountain cur.
Steve came out (very punctually, might I add) to help our family integrate a new dog. We currently have two resident dogs-who seemed a bit overwhelmed by the new arrival. After some excellent and detailed explaing by Steve, I found out it was actually ME overwhelmed by the new ar…Read full reviewClose full review
Steve came out (very punctually, might I add) to help our family integrate a new dog. We currently have two resident dogs-who seemed a bit overwhelmed by the new arrival. After some excellent and detailed explaing by Steve, I found out it was actually ME overwhelmed by the new arrival and my dogs were fine. I'm only joking, but it is partially true. I was taught by Steve how to correctly address behavioral issues with my resident dogs that we have been "letting slide" for years and how to best acclimate the new arrival; teaching her the ground rules to better set her up for success. The new dog is about a year old and has spent 6 months of her life in the local animal shelter which has left her without manners or much socialization. I was at a loss when trying to figure out when to correct her and when to praise. I now feel more confident with controlling the new dog (she is paying more attention) and that confidence has given me space to handle stressful situations and dog encounters more easily. Steve is very reassuring, never judgemental (previously mentioned "letting them slides"), and always remains calm. I would recommend him for training both your dog and yourself; family harmony now feels obtainable and the future is bright.
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