Mira Loma Dog Trainer
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Since 2004, It’s A Dog’s World K-9 Academy has been dedicated to serving the dogs and humans that make the Mira Loma community so wonderful. At 8 years old, our owner and head trainer Karen Widaman first realized her passion for training dogs. Having amassed years of professional experience and holding certifications from prominent entities like the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT) and Animal Behavior College, she is now a distinguished dog trainer with an exceptional understanding of canine psychology and behavior. Karen’s empathetic and effective methods have aided numerous dogs and their owners in cultivating lasting bonds and achieving 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 hold the belief that educating your dog in real life skills is paramount for their health, happiness, and ability to thrive in a world filled with humans. Our goal is to fortify the relationship between you and your furry friend by fair and clear communication and by utilizing customized positive reinforcement strategies designed specifically for your needs. Our focus is on ensuring your dog’s achievements while avoiding any use of excessive force or abusive methods. With a solid foundation of over twenty years of experience and a history of successful outcomes, our training offerings span from fundamental obedience to resolving complex behavior issues. Our trainers are devoted to promoting positive and loving relationships between pets and their dedicated families.
The Importance of Dog Training
For dogs of any age, dog training plays a vital role in encouraging appropriate behavior, strengthening family communication, and fostering deeper bonds between people and pets. Many people believe older dogs can no longer be trained, but the exciting truth is that dogs can learn new skills at any age. Since dogs are naturally intelligent and responsive, training continues to benefit them long-term. Choosing our professional dog training service provides not only a predictable structure, but also access to humane, proven strategies and professional expertise that gives every dog valuable support and training.
At It’s A Dog’s World K-9 Academy, you’ll find personalized training plans suited to your dog, positive reinforcement strategies that encourage cooperation, and the professional support of skilled, certified trainers. This carefully structured approach allows you and your canine to develop a deeper, more rewarding connection, create a harmonious partnership, enjoy a healthier lifestyle, and build a much happier shared experience that benefits you both every day.
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
Karen Widaman and our team champion trust-building and holistic approaches. Our belief in tailoring our methods to each dog’s individual needs involves leveraging out-of-the-box ideas like incorporating essential oils for relaxation and focus, providing personalized attention, and extending ongoing support. Our goal is to build a strong rapport between you and your canine companion, based on harmony and mutual understanding. We strive to create an enriching learning space that encourages your dog’s progress. Our unparalleled approach promises continued prosperity and bliss 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 uncertain about where to start? Karen is available to discuss the many options and work together with you to design a customized training program for your dog. Whether it’s one-on-one training sessions at your home, exploring our K-9 training service options, beginning with the basics, or finding a dog anxiety trainer who fosters confidence and calm behavior, we’ll connect you with a dog trainer in Mira Loma who is skilled in helping you and your dog reach every goal you have in mind.