Perris Dog Trainer
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It’s A Dog’s World K-9 Academy has been committed to our Perris community since 2004, proudly catering to dogs and their human companions. Our owner and head trainer, Karen Widaman, discovered her passion for dog training at the young age of 8. Having honed her skills as a renowned dog trainer over decades and being certified by prestigious organizations like the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT) and Animal Behavior College, she is recognized as an expert in understanding canine behavior and psychology. Karen’s empathetic and impactful techniques have enabled numerous dogs and their owners to develop lasting bonds and attain 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 firmly believe in the necessity of educating your dog in real life skills because it greatly contributes to their overall happiness and adaptability in a human-centric society. We strive to deepen the bond between you and your beloved dog by fair and clear communication and by implementing tailored positive reinforcement approaches that are adapted to your distinct circumstances. We concentrate on helping your dog reach his or her full potential, steering clear of harmful methods or aggressive force. 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. With a commitment to nurturing happy and harmonious connections between pets and their devoted families, our skilled trainers bring expertise and passion to every session.
The Importance of Dog Training
Bringing your pet to It’s A Dog’s World K-9 Academy opens the door to positive reinforcement practices that encourage cooperation, individualized training programs tailored for specific needs, and knowledgeable guidance from certified professionals. With this balanced approach, you and your dog develop trust and harmony, forming a stronger bond that creates the foundation for a healthy, happy life that’s filled with mutual respect and companionship.
Dog training is valuable at every stage of a dog’s life because it promotes good manners, improving communication with families, and building strong, lasting bonds. The common belief that training only works in young dogs is incorrect – the fact is that dogs remain capable of learning at all points in life because their intelligence and flexibility allow them to continue adapting. Choosing a professional dog training service provides not only a reliable structure, but also access to humane, proven strategies and professional expertise that provides every dog with valuable support and training.
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
Led by Karen Widaman, our team stresses the significance of trust and holistic practices. Tailoring our methods to suit each dog’s unique needs is central to our philosophy, whether that entails incorporating essential oils for relaxation and focus, providing personalized attention, or offering ongoing support. Our objective is to establish a peaceful and happy connection between you and your four-legged companion, founded on mutual understanding and respect. Fostering a positive learning environment for your dog plays a huge role in what we do. Our distinctive approach ensures ongoing prosperity and contentment for both you and your beloved companion.
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.
Need guidance on how to begin? Karen is available to discuss the array of options available and collaborate with you to create a tailored training program for your dog. Whether you’re turning to a dog anxiety trainer who specializes in developing calm and confident, your pup requires tailored training sessions in your own environment, you’re interested in our K-9 training service offerings, or you’re starting with the basics, we’ll match you with a dog trainer in Perris who is skilled in helping you and your dog reach every goal you have in mind.