Get 12 FREE lessons a year for the life of your dog! Call for a free phone or Zoom consultation to review your dog's story and together we will customize a program to get you started on the path to the dog of your dreams. 
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    Training Your Dog With A Breed Apart  At A Breed Apart Dog Training we understand how unpleasant life can be living with an out of control dog. Dealing with things like leash pulling, anxiety, peeing in the house, excessive barking, hyperactivity, or aggression can push anyone to their limits. The good news is that you and your dog can be happier in your relationship, and I can help make that a reality.Unclear communication can cause anxiety, tension, and frustration for everyone in the home. With A Breed Apart Dog Training you will learn how to improve the communication between you and your dog, which will result in a stronger and more fulfilling relationship for you both. Using the dog's natural Pack Drive, I will show you how you can have a happy dog that WANTS to work with you, not against you. A DREAM come true!Plus, I offer a Lifetime Training Guarantee with most of my training programs! 12 Free private lessons a year for the life of your dog. 
 
 
    In Home/Private Training  
 I come to your home to work with your family and your dog in the environment where the problem is occurring.  Whether your dog is nervous, excited, aggressive, or just a silly puppy, I have gentle solutions to help with your dog's behavior.  We will also go over multiple techniques to address issues such as leash pulliing, jumping, counter surfing, door bolting, and more.  Customized to your families goals and needs.  Same day results!  Build a better relationship with your dog without leaving your home.      
 
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  Social & Group Activities  
 From a private dog park to obedience and agility, we have plenty of activities to keep you and your pup having fun together.  Providing social activities for your dog is one of the things that I feel is most important in making sure your dog can go with you into public settings, and also have a fulfilled and happy life.   If we don't have an activity you are interested in please feel free to contact me with your suggestion.  I look forward to seeing you and your dog at one of our social events soon.    
 
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 Board & Train Programs  
 Do you have a dog who is out of control in the house or on a walk?  Is your dog overly excited, fearful, or aggressive to the point where you don't have family or friends over anymore?  Or maybe you just got a new puppy and don't have the time to potty train them.  No matter what the issue my board and train programs are designed to address any issue, and usually within 1 week!  Let me do the hard work so you can have the dog of your dreams.      
 
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    Client  Expectations First and foremost you can expect that I will put the happiness and wellbeing of you and your dog above all else.  You can expect that I will listen to your story, and be understanding of your situation and your feelings.  I will explain all the training techniques as many times as you need to become comfortable with them, and answer and questions you have.  I work closely with every family to customize their experience to exactly what they need to meet their goals, and stick with them the whole way. My training programs work great for dogs of any age, breed, and any issue.  While training with A Breed Apart Dog Training, you will learn gentle and effective techniques that are guaranteed to help you address nuisance behaviors such as jumping, digging, and leash pulling, to more serious behavior issues such as fear, separation anxiety, prey drive, and aggression.  I will also teach you to read your dog's body language, relieve their stress (and yours), and how to build a better relationship with your dog that you may have only dreamed of. Helping your dog achieve a balanced state of mind involves providing them with both mental and physical stimulation, as well as compassionate and consistent leadership.  My programs cover it all! Using fun activities and games I will show you how to engage your dog's natural Pack Drive, which is their natural instinct to follow and cooperate with their pack leader.  Once you have engaged your dog's Pack Drive you will see an immediate increase in their level of focus on you.  They will look to you for guidance and instruction, and be ready to follow you at a moment's notice.  Sound too good to be true?  After just one session with A Breed Apart Dog Training you will believe that you can have that dream dog that everyone wants.  I can show you how you can have the dog that you can take anywhere you go, be rest assured that they will listen to you, and know that you can handle any situation you might come across.  I am so confident that you will be happy with the training that I offer a  Lifetime Training Guarantee with my training programs. Start building a better relationship with your dog today.   
 
 
     
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   Mary B. 
 
 05/28/2026 
  Sean is an amazing trainer. I learned so much from him. He is Professional,
Personable and very knowledgeable. I would recommend him absolutely. 
  
 
 
   
   Yari T. 
 
 11/22/2025 
  Sean is amazing. I have 3 dogs and they've all had sessions with Sean, at one point or another. He Trained our dog that we had to practically drag to go on... 
  
 
 
   
   Keana H. 
 
 02/14/2025 
  Me and my fiancé had came across 2 puppies who were sadly dumped by their owner. At first the task of taking on two babies overwhelmed us & we worried we... 
  
 
 
 
   
 
 
 
 
     
 Where to find us: 25434 California Ave, Hemet, Ca.  92545

A Breed Apart Dog Training

A Breed Apart Dog Training is a dog training business in Hemet, California offering Group Classes, Board and Train, Private Lessons, and In-Home Training, with published programs from $50.

Hemet • CA • Home-based trainer • 4.8 ★ (16 Google reviews)

Last verified: Sep 5, 2026

Transparency Score

69 / 100

Moderately transparent

How clearly this listing publishes the details owners need. See our methodology.

Price transparency
90%
Method transparency
35%
Program clarity
70%

About this program

What they say about themselves

Sean Lunnon runs A Breed Apart Dog Training from his property in Hemet, California, where the setup includes horse stalls converted for boarding, a private off-leash area, and space for training sessions. According to the site, the approach centers on what they call "Pack Drive"—the idea that dogs should want to cooperate rather than be compelled to—combined with reward-based techniques they refer to as the "ForceFree Method."

The business works with dogs across a wide range of issues, but their site emphasizes aggression and reactivity work in particular. They describe programs for both human- and dog-aggressive dogs, including muzzle training and controlled group exposure in their private social area. For owners focused on recall, they offer an off-leash reliability program that gradually increases distraction levels. Puppy classes, basic obedience, and beginner agility round out the offerings.

A few claims on the site deserve scrutiny before committing: they advertise a "Lifetime Training Guarantee" with 12 free private lessons annually, promise visible results in a single session for in-home work, and suggest board-and-train programs can resolve issues within a week. The site appears somewhat dated and provides no credentials or background for Lunnon beyond his role as owner. Prospective clients may want to ask directly about his training history and what the guarantee actually covers.

What does A Breed Apart Dog Training charge for board and train?

Group classes cover puppies, obedience, socialization prep, and beginner agility, each running four to six weeks. Board and train programs at A Breed Apart Dog Training come in one- to three-week options, addressing everything from basic manners to off-leash reliability. Private sessions happen at the ranch, while in-home packages work with all dogs in the household—including cases involving aggression or fear.

Group classes run $200 to $225 per course, and private sessions at the ranch are $50 each. Board and train costs $1,500 to $1,800 per week, with follow-up sessions and lifetime support included. In-home training ranges from $299 for a two-session starter package up to $995 for a six-session program.

Board and Train

Board & Train — Beyond the Basics$1,500 per program

This board-and-train focuses on potty training, crate training, leash manners, house manners, socialization, and basic obedience commands. It's also positioned for dogs with anxiety, nervousness, fear, or aggression, using gentle methods without harsh corrections.

The dog stays with the trainer for 1-2 weeks (3 weeks by request) followed by 4 in-home follow-up lessons.

Best for: Dogs needing foundational manners or struggling with fear, nervousness, or aggression.

Focus: Basic obedience, Puppy training, Fear & anxiety, Aggression

Duration: 1 weeks

Includes: Follow-up sessions, Lifetime support

Board & Train — The Honor Roll$1,800 per program

This tier targets off-leash reliability for hiking and camping trips, building on the dog's natural drive to work with the owner using play and reward-based methods.

The dog boards with the trainer for 1-2 weeks (3 weeks by request) followed by 4 in-home follow-up lessons.

Best for: Owners wanting a dog with strong off-leash recall for outdoor adventures.

Focus: Advanced obedience, Recall & off-leash

Duration: 1 weeks

Includes: Follow-up sessions, Lifetime support

Board and Train pricing at A Breed Apart Dog Training in Hemet, CA
ProgramPriceDuration
Board & Train — Beyond the Basics$1,500 per program1 weeks
Board & Train — The Honor Roll$1,800 per program1 weeks

Private Lessons

Private Session at my Ranch$50 per session

A single session held at the trainer's property addressing leash walking, dog reactivity, socialization, obedience, and focus/distraction training.

Owner and dog travel to the trainer's ranch property for the session.

Focus: Leash training, Leash reactivity, Socialization, Basic obedience

Private Lessons pricing at A Breed Apart Dog Training in Hemet, CA
ProgramPriceDuration
Private Session at my Ranch$50 per session

In-Home Training

In-Home Starter Sessions$299 per program

Two in-home sessions totaling 5 hours covering hands-on techniques for the family's issues and goals, including walking, house manners, potty training, crate training, and socialization or aggression concerns.

The trainer comes to the client's home for two sessions totaling 5 hours.

Best for: Dogs with nervous, fearful, or aggressive behaviors in the home.

Focus: Basic obedience, Puppy training, Aggression, Fear & anxiety

Duration: 2 sessions

Good Dog Training Program$995 per program

Starts with the In-Home Starter Session then adds four more sessions covering household issues and basic obedience commands, plus focus and distraction-proofing work.

The trainer conducts the starter package plus 4 additional in-home sessions.

Best for: Dogs of any age, breed, or issue, excluding off-leash training goals.

Focus: Basic obedience

Duration: 6 sessions

Includes: Lifetime support

Rockin' Dog ForceFree Method Training Program

Focus: Recall & off-leash, Advanced obedience

In-Home Training pricing at A Breed Apart Dog Training in Hemet, CA
ProgramPriceDuration
In-Home Starter Sessions$299 per program2 sessions
Good Dog Training Program$995 per program6 sessions
Rockin' Dog ForceFree Method Training ProgramNot published

Group Classes

Puppy Mayhem Group Class$200 per program

Best for: Puppy must have first 2 sets of shots to enroll; age 3 to 6 months.

Focus: Puppy training, Socialization, Basic obedience

Duration: 4 weeks

Private Dog Park Activity - Prep Class$225 per program

Best for: Must complete at least 4 of 6 classes to qualify for weekly Dog Meet Dog socials; aggressive dogs must wear a muzzle.

Focus: Socialization, Leash reactivity, Aggression

Duration: 6 weeks

Beyond the Basics Obedience Class$200 per program

Focus: Basic obedience, Leash training

Duration: 4 weeks

Dog Gone Fun Agility – Intro/Beginner (non-competition)$200 per program

Focus: Agility & dog sports, Fear & anxiety

Duration: 4 weeks

Group Classes pricing at A Breed Apart Dog Training in Hemet, CA
ProgramPriceDuration
Puppy Mayhem Group Class$200 per program4 weeks
Private Dog Park Activity - Prep Class$225 per program6 weeks
Beyond the Basics Obedience Class$200 per program4 weeks
Dog Gone Fun Agility – Intro/Beginner (non-competition)$200 per program4 weeks

What training methods does A Breed Apart Dog Training use?

One program is called "ForceFree Method," though the site doesn't detail specific techniques or tools beyond that label. They do accept dogs with aggression histories, requiring muzzles for reactive dogs in certain group settings.

Method: Method unclear

Their website describes their approach in general terms without specifying which methods or tools they use.

How do we verify A Breed Apart Dog Training?

Certifications: Not specified on their website

Verification still pending or not yet requested. See our methodology for what verification does and does not mean.

Trust & facility details

Training happens at a home-based ranch facility, and owners can visit during board and train stays. Video updates go out occasionally. The site claims guaranteed results but doesn't specify terms, and there's a waitlist—insurance and certifications aren't listed.

Facility: Home-based trainer

Owner visits: Owner visits allowed

Video updates: Occasional updates

Overnight staffing: not specified on their website.

Insurance: not specified on their website.

Guarantee: Advertises guaranteed results

Waitlist: Yes

Dogs per trainer: not specified on their website.

Booking: Phone only

How does A Breed Apart Dog Training compare in Hemet?

Price: Published board & train pricing is still limited among other Hemet programs, so a midpoint comparison is not available yet.

Reviews: A Breed Apart Dog Training shows 4.8★ from 16 Google reviews among 2 published Hemet programs.

Transparency: This listing scores 69 out of 100 (price 90%, program clarity 70%). 1 of 2 Hemet listings show certifications; this business does not list certifications.

What to ask A Breed Apart Dog Training

  • Ask which certifications their trainers hold and who issued them.
  • Ask for proof of liability insurance.
  • Ask how many dogs each trainer handles at once.
  • Their site describes their approach in general terms — ask which specific methods and tools they use.
  • Ask if anyone is on-site overnight.

Location & hours

The ranch sits on California Avenue in Hemet. Parking and accessibility details aren't published on the site.

25434 California Ave, Hemet, CA

Friday: 10AM-8PM

Monday: 10AM-8PM

Sunday: 10AM-8PM

Tuesday: 10AM-8PM

Saturday: 10AM-8PM

Thursday: 10AM-8PM

Wednesday: 10AM-8PM

Contact / request a quote

Reach out directly or send a quote request through A Breed Apart Dog Training.

+1 408-482-5956Website

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