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It’s A Dog’s World K-9 Academy is considered a beloved fixture in the Brea neighborhood, providing top-notch service to dogs and their human families since 2004. Since she was 8 years old, Karen Widaman, our esteemed owner and head trainer, has been immersed in the world of dog training. Having accumulated years of professional experience and being certified by renowned entities like the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT) and Animal Behavior College, she is known as a prestigious dog trainer with an expert understanding of canine behavior and psychology. With her compassionate and impactful methods, Karen has helped countless dogs and their owners cultivate lasting bonds and achieve obedience and equilibrium.
Karen is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer, Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA) through the organization Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT) and she also holds two certifications through Animal Behavior College: Animal Behavior College Dog Trainer (ABCDT) and Animal Behavior College Service Dog Trainer (ABCSDT).
At It’s A Dog’s World K-9 Academy, we prioritize the importance of educating your dog in real life skills, as it plays a pivotal role in their well-being and in their ability to thrive in our human world. Our aim is to deepen the connection between you and your furry family member by fair and clear communication and by employing positive reinforcement techniques that are customized to your particular situation. Our primary concern is your dog’s progress, so we never resort to aggressive force or harmful methods. With a solid foundation of over two decades of experience and a history of successful outcomes, our training offerings span everything from fundamental obedience to resolving complex behavior issues. Dedicated to promoting thriving and joyous relationships between pets and their loving caregivers, our team of expert trainers is passionate about their important work.
The Importance of Dog Training
Dog training plays a pivotal role in facilitating better communication, deepening the bond between humans and their furry friends, and shaping good behavior. Contrary to what many believe, dog training can be effective regardless of the dog’s age. Dogs can learn and grow throughout their lives because their intelligence is truly remarkable. The role of professional dog training services is pivotal because they deliver expert guidance, structured education, and employ the most humane and efficient training approaches to give dogs the essential training and assistance they need and deserve.
Bringing your dog to It’s A Dog’s World K-9 Academy offers numerous benefits, such as access to certified trainers with years of experience, a positive reinforcement approach that fosters trust and obedience, and customized training plans tailored to your dog’s needs. These practices foster a balanced and harmonious relationship between you and your loyal companion, resulting in a more joyful and rewarding life together.
AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) #1
The AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) program is the foundation level of the AKC’s good-manners training series. In CGC #1, dogs learn essential obedience skills such as accepting a friendly stranger, sitting politely for petting, walking on a loose leash, coming when called, and remaining calm around other dogs and people. The focus is on building a strong relationship between dog and handler while teaching reliable behavior in everyday situations. The CGC test consists of 10 skills that demonstrate a dog’s good manners at home and in public.
Prerequisite: Basic Obedience
AKC Community Canine (CGCA) #2
AKC Community Canine, often called CGCA (Advanced Canine Good Citizen), is the next step after earning the CGC title. These classes move training into real-world environments such as parks, training facilities, pet-friendly stores, and community settings. Dogs practice advanced skills including controlled behavior around distractions, longer stays, polite behavior while owners interact with others, and loose-leash walking in busy areas. The goal is to demonstrate that the dog can remain well-mannered and responsive in everyday community situations, not just in a classroom setting. Dogs must already have a CGC title before earning the CGCA title.
Prerequisite: CGC Level 1
AKC Urban Canine Good Citizen (CGCU)
AKC Urban CGC is designed for dogs that regularly accompany their owners in towns and cities. This title tests practical urban skills such as walking through crowds, ignoring food on sidewalks, reacting appropriately to traffic noises and other city distractions, crossing streets under control, riding elevators or using stairs, and entering dog-friendly buildings and transportation. The Urban CGC test is conducted in real public environments and demonstrates that a dog can safely and politely navigate the challenges of city life. Like the Community Canine title, dogs must first earn their CGC before pursuing the Urban CGC (CGCU) title.
Prerequisite: CGC Level 2
What Sets Us Apart
Under the leadership of Karen Widaman, our team emphasizes trust and holistic techniques. Tailoring our methods to suit each dog’s unique needs is integral to our philosophy, whether that means incorporating essential oils for relaxation and focus, providing personalized attention, or offering ongoing support. We work to nurture a harmonious and strong connection between you and your furry buddy, highlighting mutual understanding and respect. We work towards fostering a constructive educational setting tailored to your dog’s needs. With our exclusive methods, we achieve ongoing success and delight for both you and your cherished pet.
Tailored Training Programs
We offer a variety of training programs, including:
- Board & Train
The best way to get your dog off to a great start on their training journey, and the most effective way to solidify commands and behavior. Packages range from 1 to 4 weeks and cover essential skills like heel, sit, down, stay, come, place, and good manners, with go-home lessons included so the training transfers to you. - Day Training
All the benefits of our Board & Train program without your dog spending the night. Drop-off and pick-up 5 days a week, Monday – Friday, with a lesson at the end of each week. Your dog builds obedience, socialization, and good manners in a structured day-camp setting — ideal for everything from rambunctious young puppies to dogs working through behavioral issues. - Home Stay Training
We do all the hard work and come to you! Your dog is trained in his or her own home environment 5 days a week, Monday – Friday — like Boot Camp for dogs in their own home, with no boarding required. Once your dog is fully trained, you receive a 30-minute handover lesson at the end of each week so you can confidently maintain the results. - Private Lessons at the Glendora property or the client’s home.
Individual lessons uniquely tailored to you and your dog, covering everything from basic obedience and off-leash work to behavior modification. Train with a certified professional dog trainer on our beautiful, spacious turfed and shaded field in Glendora, or in your own home to tackle issues that only occur in your home environment.
Feeling unsure about where to start? Karen is available to discuss our diverse range of options and collaborate with you to devise a personalized training strategy for your dog. Regardless of whether you’re seeking the guidance of a dog anxiety trainer who specializes in helping dogs stay calm and confident, your dog requires personalized training at your home, you’re considering our K-9 training service, or you’re starting from scratch, we’ll connect you with a dog trainer in Brea who can guide you and your furry friend toward reaching all your desired objectives.