Dog Training San Diego — Dog Training in San Diego, CA

Dog Training San Diego is a dog training business in San Diego, California offering private lessons. Their public materials do not publish pricing or a training method, so Barklen lists only what could be verified below and the questions worth asking before you book.

San Diego, CA • 5.0 ★ (2 Google reviews)

Verified listing

Last reviewed: Sep 5, 2026

Transparency Score

27 / 100

Minimal information

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

Price transparency: 0%
Method transparency: 35%
Program clarity: 65%

About Dog Training San Diego

Based on what the business publishes about itself

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.

What dog training programs does Dog Training San Diego offer?

Private one-on-one session 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.

Private 1-on-1 Training Sessions

Price not published.

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

How much does Dog Training San Diego cost?

Dog Training San Diego does not publish program pricing online. Contact them directly or request a quote through Barklen for current rates.

Private Lessons pricing

Private Lessons pricing at Dog Training San Diego in San Diego, CA
Program	Price	Length
Private 1-on-1 Training Sessions	Not published	Not stated

Consultations and evaluations

Consultation & Goals: Not published

What training methods does Dog Training San Diego use?

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.

Public materials reviewed by Barklen do not specify which training tools are used.

Who runs Dog Training San Diego?

As described in the business's own materials

Daniel Runewicz, Trainer (part of leadership team)

According to their site, described as one of the team members leading private training, part of the same team behind San Diego Dog Training.

Tori, Trainer (part of leadership team)

According to their site, described as one of the team members leading private training, part of the same team behind San Diego Dog Training.

Where does Dog Training San Diego offer dog training?

Dog Training San Diego is based in San Diego, CA, offering private lessons.

Their site says they san Diego dog owners whose dogs behave well at home but struggle outside with distractions, leash manners, jumping, or barking, and who want hands-on coaching with a simple, realistic practice routine.

Sessions take place at 3953½ Texas Street in the 92104 zip code. The site doesn't describe the space or mention parking availability.

How does Dog Training San Diego compare with other San Diego dog trainers?

Barklen analysis

Barklen analysis based on 23 published San Diego listings (55 with published pricing). These comparisons are computed by Barklen, not claims made by Dog Training San Diego.

Price: Dog Training San Diego does not publish pricing for the program types where San Diego has enough published prices to compare (private lessons).

Reviews: 5.0★ from 2 Google reviews, among 23 published San Diego programs.

Transparency: 27 out of 100 (minimal information), with 0% price transparency and 65% program clarity. 7 of 23 San Diego listings show certifications; this business does not list any.

Published prices at Dog Training San Diego compared with San Diego ranges
Program type	Dog Training San Diego	San Diego range	Barklen read
Private Lessons	Not published	$75–$168 across 8 San Diego programs	No published price to compare

What should you ask Dog Training San Diego before booking?

Generated from what their public materials leave open

They don't publish pricing. Ask what a private lesson package costs and exactly what is included.
Ask which certifications their trainers hold and who issued them.
Ask for proof of liability insurance.
Their site describes their approach in general terms. Ask which specific methods and tools they use.
Ask how many dogs each trainer handles at once.
Ask about current availability and whether there is a waitlist.

Location and hours

3953 1/2 Texas St, San Diego, CA

Monday – Sunday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

How Barklen reviewed this listing

Barklen reviewed Dog Training San Diego against the business's public materials and published this listing. That is not a check of licenses, insurance, or certifications. See our methodology for what a verified listing does and does not mean.

Details the public materials do not address (aggression and reactivity cases, facility, owner visits during programs, progress updates, overnight staffing, insurance, and others) are turned into the questions above rather than filled in.

Last reviewed by Barklen: Sep 5, 2026