Pomona Dog Trainer
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It’s A Dog’s World K-9 Academy has proudly served the Pomona area since 2004, fostering strong bonds between dogs and their human companions. Karen Widaman, who now serves as owner and head trainer, began her journey in dog training at just 8 years old. With extensive professional experience and recognized certifications from esteemed organizations like the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT) and Animal Behavior College, she has become a respected dog trainer with an in-depth understanding of canine behavior and psychology. Through her compassionate and successful approach, Karen has supported countless dogs and their companions in building strong bonds and achieving obedience and harmony.
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 goal is to strengthen the relationship between you and your faithful companion by fair and clear communication and by employing proven, personalized positive reinforcement strategies. Our focus is on ensuring your dog’s achievements while avoiding any use of excessive force or abusive methods. Armed with over two decades of experience and a proven record of success, our training programs cover a broad spectrum, addressing both fundamental obedience and complicated behavior issues. Because we’re committed to building strong and loving connections between pets and their caring parents, our team of expert trainers is here to support you.
The Importance of Dog Training
At every age, dog training supports a dog’s well-being by promoting desirable behavior, enhancing understanding with their families, and deepening trust. It is a misconception that older dogs are past the point of learning – in reality, they can adjust and pick up new behaviors at any stage. Professional involvement makes a significant difference because our dog training service provides structure, knowledgeable instruction, and humane approaches. This approach plays an essential role in making sure each dog receives helpful guidance and appropriate training.
When you choose It’s A Dog’s World K-9 Academy, your dog benefits from customized training plans tailored to individual needs, a compassionate positive reinforcement style, and the guidance of highly experienced, 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
Trust and holistic methods are the main focus for Karen Widaman and our team. 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. We aim to foster a balanced and respectful bond between you and your furry friend, characterized by mutual understanding and harmony. Creating a positive space for your dog’s learning is essential for us. Through our innovative techniques, we guarantee continuous success and happiness for both you and your cherished furry friend.
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 begin? Karen is available to discuss the many options and collaborate with you to develop a customized training regimen for your dog. Whether your pup needs personalized training sessions in your own environment, you need the expertise of a dog anxiety trainer who focuses on building confidence and calmness, you’re intrigued by our K-9 training service, or you’re diving into the basics, we’ll set you up with a dog trainer in Pomona who knows exactly how to help you and your dog achieve every goal you have in mind.