Goofy Paw Parade, also presented as GPP Dog Training, is based in Altadena and led by trainer Alex. The website says Alex began training dogs about seven years ago, later completed an MBA and worked in technology before moving into dog training full time after a 2024 layoff. Her own reactive Doberman, Goofy, played a central role in developing the business and its focus on reactivity, structure, confidence, and owner communication.
Training ranges from private obedience and puppy work to behavior modification, reactive-dog training, and residential programs lasting two, three, or four weeks. Private sessions can address obedience and behavioral concerns, while puppy programming covers housebreaking, bite inhibition, socialization, leash skills, crate training, and foundational commands. Board-and-train dogs stay at the trainer's private Altadena residence rather than a commercial training facility. Boarding is intentionally limited to two or three dogs at a time.
GPP explicitly describes its methodology as moderate balanced training. The approach combines positive reinforcement with structure, boundaries, fair guidance, handler communication, confidence building, and individualized training plans. The website states that appropriate tools may be incorporated when needed but does not name specific equipment. Reactive and behavior work focuses on identifying triggers, stress thresholds, fear responses, impulse control, and new coping skills. Current professional certifications, insurance information, and formal training guarantees are not published.
