Dog Training San Diego is a dog training business in San Diego, California offering Private Lessons.
San Diego • CA • 5.0 ★ (2 Google reviews)
Last verified: Sep 5, 2026
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What they say about themselves
Dog Training San Diego operates as a private training division focused on one-on-one coaching rather than group classes. The team, which includes trainers Daniel Runewicz and Tori, works directly with owners in their homes and neighborhoods—what they describe as training "where it matters" rather than in a controlled classroom setting.
Their site emphasizes working with dogs who behave reasonably well at home but struggle once distractions enter the picture: pulling on leash, reacting to other dogs, or ignoring commands outside. According to their materials, they build custom plans around each dog's actual daily routine and the specific challenges owners face, with homework provided after each session to keep progress moving between visits.
The approach they describe leans on positive reinforcement methods aimed at lasting behavioral change. They list leash manners, household rules like jumping and door behavior, basic obedience commands, and confidence-building around distractions as their main focus areas. For San Diego owners looking for hands-on private instruction tailored to real-world situations rather than a classroom curriculum, this format may be worth exploring—though as with any trainer, asking about their specific experience with your dog's particular issues is always worthwhile.
Consultations and evaluations before you commit to a program.
This is an initial conversation where the trainer discusses the dog's behavior, the owner's schedule, and what success would look like, in order to set clear training goals.
Best for: Owners looking to define goals before starting private training sessions.
Focus: Basic obedience
Private one-on-one sessions at Dog Training San Diego cover basic obedience, leash work, and socialization, with follow-up sessions included. No group classes or board-and-train options appear on the site.
What board & train costs in San Diego
Published board-and-train programs in San Diego currently range about $188–$742, with private sessions around a $130 median. Ask this trainer for a written quote before you compare.
One-on-one training sessions take place in the client's home and neighborhood, addressing leash pulling, jumping, barking, door manners, and building reliable basic obedience skills like sit, stay, come, and place. The trainer coaches the owner directly and adjusts the approach based on the dog's responses.
Sessions happen in the owner's home and neighborhood with real-world distractions, and the owner receives homework to practice between visits.
Best for: Dogs and owners struggling with distractions, leash manners, jumping, barking, or household rules, especially dogs that behave well at home but not outside.
Focus: Basic obedience, Leash training, Socialization
Includes: Follow-up sessions
Private Lessons in San Diego typically runs $108–$1,195 across 17 programs that do publish pricing. Ask this trainer for a written quote before comparing.
| Program | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Private 1-on-1 Training Sessions | Not published | — |
The site uses general language about their training philosophy without naming specific techniques or tools. Whether they work with aggression or reactivity cases isn't mentioned.
Method: Method unclear
Their website describes their approach in general terms without specifying which methods or tools they use.
Certifications: Not specified on their website
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No certifications, insurance, or years of experience are listed on the website. A guarantee policy doesn't appear either.
Facility: not specified on their website.
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: not specified on their website.
Dogs per trainer: not specified on their website.
Booking: Contact form
Price: Dog Training San Diego does not publish board & train pricing. Across San Diego, 55 programs publish prices from about $77 to $876.
Reviews: Dog Training San Diego shows 5.0★ from 2 Google reviews among 23 published San Diego programs.
Transparency: This listing scores 27 out of 100 (price 0%, program clarity 65%). 7 of 23 San Diego listings show certifications; this business does not list certifications.
Sessions take place at 3953½ Texas Street in the 92104 zip code. The site doesn't describe the space or mention parking availability.
3953 1/2 Texas St, San Diego, CA
Friday: 8AM-8PM
Monday: 8AM-8PM
Sunday: 8AM-8PM
Tuesday: 8AM-8PM
Saturday: 8AM-8PM
Thursday: 8AM-8PM
Wednesday: 8AM-8PM
Reach out directly or send a quote request through Dog Training San Diego.
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