IACP Certified · Los Angeles
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Professional service dog training in Los Angeles. We transform devoted companions into life-changing partners.
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IACP Certified · Los Angeles
Professional service dog training in Los Angeles. We transform devoted companions into life-changing partners.
IACP Certified
LA DOG BEHAVIORIST is led by IACP Certified Dog Trainer Michael Crohn, who brings years of professional experience and a deep passion for canine behavior. As a proud member of the International Association of Canine Professionals, we uphold the highest standards in service dog training.
Based in Los Angeles, we specialize in training hearing assistance dogs, psychiatric service dogs, and general obedience. Our rigorous 200-hour programs are designed to equip dogs with the skills they need to become reliable, life-changing partners for their owners.
Proud member of the International Association of Canine Professionals
Positive reinforcement techniques to build trust and confidence
Comprehensive programs meeting the highest professional standards
Our rigorous 200-hour Hearing Assistance Dog Training Course covers nine specialized modules, each designed to equip your dog with the skills needed to become a reliable service partner.
Foundation training covering sit, stay, come, and heel commands. Building a solid base for all advanced training programs.
Teaching dogs to remain calm in crowded areas, adapt to different surfaces, and function effectively in public settings.
Comprehensive exposure to diverse social situations, people of varying ages, and interactions with other animals.
Training dogs to recognize and respond to doorbells, alarms, telephones, and emergency signals for hearing-impaired individuals.
Preparing dogs to respond to smoke alarms, sirens, and emergency situations to ensure the safety of their owners.
Assisting owners during travel, including public transportation navigation, hotel stays, and navigating crowded areas.
Specialized training for air travel including security procedures, boarding process, and maintaining calm during flights.
Training dogs to recognize vibrations and signals from phones, pagers, and alerting systems for hearing-impaired owners.
Ensuring owners' safety during the night by training dogs to alert to important sounds like smoke alarms and baby cries.
We assess your needs and your dog's temperament to create a personalized training plan tailored to your specific requirements.
Building core obedience skills and establishing the essential bond between handler and dog through positive reinforcement methods.
Advanced training in specific service tasks — from sound alert recognition to public behavior and emergency response protocols.
Upon completion, your dog receives official certification. We provide ongoing support and annual recertification evaluations.
As a member of the International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP), LA DOG BEHAVIORIST maintains the highest standards of professional dog training. Our certification ensures that every service dog we train meets rigorous quality benchmarks.
Proud Member Since Certification
Ready to transform your dog into a certified service companion? Contact us for a free consultation. We're here to answer all your questions and help you take the first step.
Mon – Sat: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM