Sacramento, Roseville, Auburn, and Gold Country Dog Trainer
Transform Your Dog in 8 Weeks or Less with Confident Canine Coaching
Personalized dog training from a behavior specialist that is sure to make your dog a calm, confident and enjoyable member of the family.
5-Star Overall Google Rating
Go From Endless Frustration to Blissfully Enjoying Your Dog’s Company
With My Personalized Dog Training Programs.
✓ Training Style: Balanced dog training, in-person dog training, board and train
✓ Locations Served: Sacramento, Roseville, Folsom and the surrounding areas of Placer, Sutter, El Dorado and Sacramento counties
✓ Availability: Currently Accepting New Clients
✓ Convenient Training Location: I offer in-person training at your location of choice or board and train if you are not available.
✓ Unlimited Free Follow-up Consultations once training is complete
✓ Accepts Reactive and/or Aggressive Dogs
– Exclusions: I do not provide service dog training (sorry!)
Hi! My name is Derek, and I train dogs in Sacramento, Roseville and the surrounding areas of Placer, Sutter, El Dorado and Sacramento counties. I specialize in turning unmanageable and even highly-reactive dogs into calm, confident, and enjoyable members of your family.
Rather than putting a band-aid on bad behaviors by relying on treats, attempting to soothe your over-reactive dog, and other methods that fail to get long-term results, my program gets to the root of behavior issues.
The end results?
- You’ll have a fantastic relationship with your dog.
- You’ll learn the handling skills to effectively manage your dog.
- Your dog will become well-behaved, confident and enjoyable to be around.
- You’ll be able to get back to doing many of the activities you once dreamed of doing with your dog.
Are you ready to put an end to the frustration and misery of living with an untrained, reactive, or aggressive dog? Let’s set up a free consultation!
If you schedule your appointment before November 30th I’ll even throw in a $50 discount on your first session as a way of saying “thank you” for reaching out on this page.
Hi! My name is Derek, and I train dogs in Sacramento, Roseville and the surrounding areas of Placer, Sutter, El Dorado and Sacramento counties. I specialize in turning unmanageable and even highly-reactive dogs into calm, confident, and enjoyable members of your family.
Rather than putting a band-aid on bad behaviors by relying on treats, attempting to soothe your over-reactive dog, and other methods that fail to get long-term results, my program gets to the root of behavior issues.
The end results?
- You’ll have a fantastic relationship with your dog
- You’ll learn the handling skills to effectively manage your dog
- Your dog will become well-behaved, confident and enjoyable to be around
- You’ll be able to get back to doing many of the activities you once dreamed of doing with your dog.
Are you ready to put an end to the frustration and misery of living with an untrained, reactive, or aggressive dog? Let’s set up a free consultation!
If you schedule your appointment before November 30th I’ll even throw in a $50 discount on your first session as a way of saying “thank you” for reaching out on this page.
✓ Training Style: Balanced dog training, in-person dog training, board and train
✓ Locations Served: Sacramento, Roseville, Folsom and the surrounding areas of Placer, Sutter, El Dorado and Sacramento counties
✓ Availability: Currently Accepting New Clients
✓ Convenient Training Location: I offer in-person training at your location of choice or board and train if you are not available.
✓ Unlimited Free Follow-up Consultations once training is complete
✓ Accepts Reactive and/or Aggressive Dogs
– Exclusions: I do not provide service dog training (sorry!)
Almost gave up hope…until I found Derek!
“Derek is the best! I have a 6 year old dachshund who has a history of being aggressive with other dogs, and after working with other trainers and behavioralists I had given up hope of finding help. Then we found Confident Canine and WOW! Not only was the pricing reasonable and the advice tailored to my specific dog, but the results were nearly immediate. Keep in mind, training only works if we do, but Henry and I were ready and the results speak for themselves. By following Derek’s straightforward and kind approach and being consistent, my baby is able to be around other dogs without losing his mind.”
EL
Process
My innovative process will deliver lasting results with your dog. Here’s how it works
Identify Motivations
We uncover what motivates your dog, then use these motivations to reinforce good behaviors in future training sessions. For instance, your dog could be motivated by play time, treats, or exercise.
02.
Go to the Scene of the Crime
Do you want to take your dog on hikes off-leash? To dog-friendly restaurants and stores? Or just have them be “normal” in the home?
We go to the places where your dog is exhibiting unwanted behaviors, won’t follow commands, or just needs to hone their listening abilities amongst the distractions present in the environment. This allows us to further understand the “why” behind your dog’s behavior as well as find solutions specific for your dog.
03.
Context and Confidence
Say “goodbye” to an untrained dog and “hello” to a dog you can take along and enjoy in a diverse environments and situations.
We meet in at locations that are convenient for you and represent the places you intend to spend the most time with your dog in the future. We work on basic obedience, lifestyle and play skills with your dog in a variety of indoor and outdoor contexts.
These training sessions build your dog’s confidence and get you communicating consistently and appropriately with your dog. Working on your dog’s basic obedience lays the foundation for advanced off-leash work and for ironing out more difficult habits.
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Behavior Modification to Transform Habits
Think your dog’s unruly behaviors are untrainable? Think again!
We’ll address the more challenging behaviors specific to your dog that they may be exhibiting. This could be aggression, excessive barking, jumping up to grab food off the counter, digging, and of course, leash-reactivity.
By the time your dog’s training is complete, you’ll be able to take them on walks without them pulling or lunging, take them on outdoor adventures, and stop hiding them in the back of your home when company arrives.
05.
Perfect Owner Handling Skills
I like to think of you and your dog as a team, with you as the coach.
We’ll work on the commands and skills you need to handle your dog in a variety of situations, so you and your dog are prepared to enjoy life in the contexts where it matters most to you.
In addition, I’ll teach you how to read, understand, and communicate with your dog so you’ll be able to make better training decisions when a professional is not present. This makes a world of difference in making your dog’s training stick.
06.
Unlimited Free Follow-Up Communication
Afraid that your dog’s training will go off the rails once your dog training program has concluded? If you sign-up for one of my programs, I have a built in mechanism to ensure you and your dog stay on track.
I offer unlimited free follow-up communication once your dog’s training is complete. If we cannot quickly resolve your issues, I’ll even produce a quick dog training video so I can explain more technical or advanced concepts for you.
Where I Train
I provide dog training services in a wide area around the Sacramento, Roseville, and Gold Country area, including Placer, Sutter, Yuba, El Dorado and Sacramento counties. This includes Fair Oaks, Folsom, Rocklin, Newcastle, Lincoln, Grass Valley, Placerville, Rancho Cordova, Charmicael, Auburn, and any of the nearby areas not mentioned.
Fair Oaks
Folsom
Rocklin
Newcastle
Grass Valley
Placerville
Auburn
Sacramento
Roseville
Gold Country Area
Fair Oaks
Fair Oaks
Lincoln
Charmicael
Rancho Cordova
How My Canine Obedience Training Has Changed Lives
The only one who could train my dog!
I had the opportunity of working with Derek with my dog Bella. Bella had major leash aggression issues and dog aggression issues after she was attacked at a dog park on 2 occasions.
I spoke to my vet who recommended Derek to me. He is the only person who was able to train Bella and make it possible for me to enjoy walks with her without worrying about her getting aggressive.
Patricia
Practical Advice for my High Energy Poodle
Derek was amazing!!! We have a new to us 3 year old standard poodle with a lot of energy and hunting habits. Derek gave us sound practical advice that we put into practice right away and things are going well. I trust Derek with any issue that may come up with our beloved girl. His rates are very reasonable with no up selling for a longer program than is needed. His love for his job and animals is so apparent and it put my husband and I at ease as well as our dog. Thank you so much Derek!!
Angela
I Employ Derek’s Solutions Every Day!
I had a fantastic experience working with Derek from Confident Canine Coaching! I had two consult calls with Derek and was beyond impressed with Derek’s expertise, professionalism, and overall attentiveness to my concerns with my dachshund puppy. He went above and beyond in listening to my concerns and then addressing each concern by providing effective solutions that I continue to employ to this day. I highly recommend and encourage anyone seeking a professional dog trainer and behaviorist to connect with Derek at Confident Canine Coaching.
Trevor
Formed a Tighter Bond With Our Dog
Derek at Confident Canine Coaching is the best! Our 1-year-old lab mix has a lot of energy and Derek’s training style fit perfectly. The method of learning through play kept our dog’s attention, while also making it a fun experience. His training expectations were realistic and he always gave us something new to focus on each week between our lessons. We genuinely looked forward to our training days and found ourselves forming a tighter bond with our dog through it.
Seth
Claim Your Discounted Intro Session
Take the Next Step to a Life of Freedom and Confidence with Your Dog
Schedule your call here and get $50 off your intro session!*
Are you ready to see your canine friend transformed from anxious and out of control to a well-behaved companion you can take with you on outings and adventures? Let’s set up a free consultation!
If you schedule your appointment before November 30th, I’ll even throw in a $50 discount on your first session as a way of saying “thank you” for reaching out on this page.
Just complete the form below and I will respond right away with some potential times to talk.
– Derek Weaver, Confident Canine
*Consultation call must be booked by November 30th, 2024.
F.A.Q.s
What do I need to have prepared for our consultation call?
I’ll have a questionnaire prepared which we will go through together. We will discuss your home and lifestyle situation, what structures you have in place for the dog already, such as feeding schedule, regular walks and outdoor times, etc. We’ll also begin to uncover what makes the dog tick as well as discuss past dog training attempts.
Why should I sign up for an intro session?
The intro session is a great, low-risk way to test out my dog training program and see if it’s a good fit for you.
In this first session, you’ll get to meet me and we’ll get a first look at what motivates your dog and what types of training we’ll need to employ in the future. In addition, you’ll get some actionable tips for your dog as well as test out what it will be like in one of my full-fledged programs.
How soon will I hear back from you?
Right away! I like to make communication easy and typically respond in 1-2 hours. However, in some cases this is not possible as I may be in a dog training session or traveling. If it’s on the weekend, please be advised that I take Sundays off, in which case you’ll hear from me on Monday.
Where does your training take place?
My preferred method is to meet in-person, at an agreed upon location. This could be at your home, or a safe and appropriate public location such as a dog park.
I also offer a board and train option for busy individuals and families. In this case, your dog will stay with me at my home in Rocklin, California for 2-4 weeks as I conduct their training. If you choose this option, we will refine your dog’s training once they return home with a few in-person sessions.
What types of dogs do you work with?
I work with any dog, any age, any breed. If you’re looking for a canine trainer that can handle difficult behaviors, I’m your guy.
Does my significant other need to be at training sessions?
This is a good idea because whoever works with the dog routinely needs to be able to reinforce the good behaviors that are taught during training. However, it is not required and we can create follow-up materials to send home with you that you can share with significant others and family members.