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GPP Dog Training SGV is a dog training business in Pasadena, California offering Private Lessons and Board and Train, with published programs from $60.
Pasadena • CA • Home-based trainer • 5.0 ★ (10 Google reviews)
Last verified: Aug 21, 2026
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What they say about themselves
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.
Consultations and evaluations before you commit to a program.
A free phone call to answer general questions, recommend services, and explain the trainer's approach.
Best for: Prospective clients with general questions about services.
Duration: 15 sessions
Focus: Basic obedience
An assessment that creates a personalized training plan, identifies triggers and behavior patterns, and determines stress thresholds to recommend the right path.
Best for: Dogs needing behavior modification for reactivity, fear, aggression, or complex issues.
Focus: Aggression, Leash reactivity, Fear & anxiety
Private one-on-one training, puppy training, two- to four-week board-and-train, reactive-dog training, behavior modification, obedience work, boarding, virtual training, and downloadable training guides are offered. Common goals include loose-leash walking, recall, crate and potty training, socialization, impulse control, fear, anxiety, barking, lunging, environmental sensitivity, and public manners.
Basic private training is advertised at $60, although the service page describes a one-hour session while the homepage lists the $60 promotion as 50 minutes. A 30-minute basic session is listed at $40 and 20-minute virtual training at $25. Two-week board-and-train ranges from $2,100 to $2,500. Boarding is $70 nightly or $100 for a private stay.
The dog stays at the trainer's private residence in Altadena for two weeks, working on obedience foundations, leash manners, jumping, and household behavior.
Dog boards at the trainer's home and receives daily training tailored to its needs.
Best for: Dogs needing basic obedience foundations and help with jumping or household manners.
Focus: Basic obedience
Duration: 2 weeks
The dog boards at the trainer's residence for three weeks with a focus on stronger structure, handling heavier distractions, and more advanced obedience work.
Dog lives at the trainer's home and receives daily tailored training.
Best for: Dogs needing stronger structure or more advanced obedience work.
Focus: Advanced obedience, Leash training
Duration: 3 weeks
Board and Train in Pasadena typically runs $1,085–$6,825 across 6 programs that do publish pricing. Ask this trainer for a written quote before comparing.
The dog boards for four weeks with a focus on reactivity, severe leash pulling, environmental sensitivity, and confidence-building.
Dog lives at the trainer's private residence and receives daily training tailored to its needs.
Best for: Dogs with reactivity, severe pulling issues, or environmental sensitivity needing confidence-building.
Focus: Aggression, Leash reactivity, Fear & anxiety
Duration: 4 weeks
Board and Train in Pasadena typically runs $1,085–$6,825 across 6 programs that do publish pricing. Ask this trainer for a written quote before comparing.
Overnight boarding only, without training, at the trainer's private residence. If the dog is not dog-friendly or a private stay is wanted, a higher rate applies.
Dog stays overnight at the trainer's private residence; refresher classes can be added for graduates.
Best for: Dogs who have graduated from a training program or owners needing standalone boarding.
Focus: Basic obedience
| Program | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Board and Train — 2 Week Program | $2,100–$2,500 per program | 2 weeks |
| Board and Train — 3 Week Program | Not published | 3 weeks |
| Board and Train — 4 Week Program | Not published | 4 weeks |
| Boarding Only | $70 per program | — |
This is a one-hour, one-on-one session held in Pasadena or Altadena focused on basic obedience and behavioral issues.
Owner meets the trainer for a one-hour in-person session at a local meeting spot.
Best for: Owners needing help with basic obedience or specific behavioral issues.
Focus: Basic obedience
Duration: 1 sessions
Covers housebreaking, bite inhibition, socialization, and basic obedience commands including potty training, crate training, and sit/down/stay.
Classes can be purchased individually or as a discounted 5-class package.
Best for: Puppies between 8 weeks and 1 year old needing structure and early skills.
Focus: Puppy training, Socialization, Basic obedience
Private Lessons in Pasadena typically runs $376–$3,320 across 5 programs that do publish pricing. Ask this trainer for a written quote before comparing.
A bundled set of five private training sessions targeting a specific issue like pulling, jumping, crate training, or manners, at a discounted rate compared to single sessions.
Sessions delivered in the owner's home or in real-world environments around Altadena and Pasadena.
Best for: Owners wanting structured improvement over time on a specific behavior issue.
Focus: Basic obedience
Duration: 5 sessions
Private Lessons in Pasadena typically runs $376–$3,320 across 5 programs that do publish pricing. Ask this trainer for a written quote before comparing.
| Program | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Private 1-1 Training | $60 per session | 1 sessions |
| Puppy Program | Not published | — |
| 5-Session Training Package | Not published | 5 sessions |
GPP explicitly uses a moderate balanced approach combining positive reinforcement, structure, boundaries, fair guidance, communication, confidence building, and consistency. Training is individualized by breed, temperament, behavior, and drive. The website references appropriate tools when needed but does not identify specific equipment.
Method: Balanced
Combines rewards with corrections, which may include tools such as prong collars or e-collars.
Certifications: Not specified on their website
Verification still pending or not yet requested. See our methodology for what verification does and does not mean.
Board-and-train and boarding take place at the trainer's private Altadena residence, with boarding limited to two or three dogs at a time. The business emphasizes individualized plans and real-world training. A free phone consultation and paid behavior evaluation are available. Insurance, guarantees, and formal trainer certifications are not published.
Facility: Home-based trainer
Owner visits: not specified on their website.
Video updates: not specified on their website.
Overnight staffing: not specified on their website.
Insurance: not specified on their website.
Guarantee: not specified on their website.
Waitlist: Yes
Dogs per trainer: 3
Booking: Contact form
Price: Their board & train is 47% below the Pasadena midpoint based on published prices.
Reviews: GPP Dog Training SGV shows 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews among 2 published Pasadena programs.
Transparency: This listing scores 68 out of 100 (price 43%, program clarity 75%). 1 of 2 Pasadena listings show certifications; this business does not list certifications.
Based in Altadena and serving Pasadena, La Cañada Flintridge, Sierra Madre, Arcadia, Monrovia, Glendale, Burbank, and surrounding San Gabriel Valley communities. The business states that it does not operate a commercial training facility.
363 E Villa St, Pasadena, CA
Friday: 7AM-7PM
Monday: 7AM-7PM
Sunday: 7AM-5PM
Tuesday: 7AM-7PM
Saturday: 7AM-5PM
Thursday: 7AM-7PM
Wednesday: 7AM-7PM
Reach out directly or send a quote request through GPP Dog Training SGV.
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