How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 59%99+58.1Reliability 26%98+25.6Value 15%100+15.2Experts Score= 99Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.99SCORESonoma Dog Training
Petaluma, CA · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #4Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 75 dog trainers · 5.0★ from 50 Google reviews
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My first training session was great and thorough. Belinda gave me a good basic training overview and plan to move forward with my Border Collie. We also worked on recall, good positive learning experience for both me and my dog! My dog was happy and alert during the entire session. 👍🏻 Thank you Belinda!
Belinda was so helpful with our one-year-old golden retriever, Brophy. We needed some training direction, and Belinda was the perfect person for the job. We worked on crate discipline, handling, heeling, leash walking (he's strong!), recall, and many other techniques to simplify life for both Brophy and us. Thanks…
Sailor is a White German Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, Siberian Husky mix rescue. Some will say GP’s are borderline untrainable. Before meeting Belinda I was in that camp. But after 5 sessions with Belinda, we have made breakthrough results. Highly recommend.
Belinda provided use with a great training/ skill development program for our new rescue,Bruno. She helped us set realistic goals and implementing a home program. Great communication skills in breaking down tasks for us to learn and become confident with Bruno. Easily available for help between seasons. Bruno has…
We went to see Belinda for our Bernedoodle puppy and she was extremely helpful. As a first session, she answered all our questions as new” 🐶 people “ and walk us trough very useful insights about making our house ready and planning next steps around gear and training. She also gave us a book about training whose…
We are extremely happy with our experience at Sonoma Dog Training with Belinda. After our first session we saw a huge improvement in our dog’s walking behavior and reactivity toward other dogs. What used to be barking and temperamental behavior on walks became much more manageable immediately. Over the course of…
UPDATE: After just a few sessions I have a completely different dog. I am amazed at the improvements of my dog's behavior and also am so incredibly happy to see her increased confidence & happiness. I am ecstatic how well my dog is doing, but I almost wish she took longer to train so I could have more sessions to…
Belinda is an incredibly talented dog trainer! We got our 7-pound Maltipoo, Cody, during COVID, so he wasn’t well socialized. Belinda worked with him in an outdoor class with other small dogs, and the transformation was amazing. Cody learned agility, improved his listening, and became much better on leash. Most…
Belinda’s style is no nonsense, understanding, compassionate and hilarious. The setting is gorgeous and serene. Her own dogs were on the property but were calm and obviously very well trained to be wonderful hosts and companions. Our 20 month lab is generally well behaved but we needed reminders to deal with things…
Belinda is terrific! I brought my rescue dog in for basic manners and to correct some bad behavior. Boy did she deliver! He’s a joy to be with after just a few sessions! Thank you Sonoma Dog Training! Highly recommend!
If you are looking for a dog trainer who truly delivers results, look no further than Belinda. We would highly recommend her to anyone looking to build a better relationship with their pup. Before working with her, we struggled with several common but frustrating puppy behaviors. Belinda gave us the specific…
We are two weeks in of private lessons with Belinda and have already seen so much progress! Cannoli is learning and adapting quickly, and even enjoying some of his new rules and boundaries. We are seeing a more confident and well behaved boy each and every day! Excited to see how much more he learns and grows during our time together.
Belinda has been a gift in our journey of welcoming home our first ever puppy. Highly responsive, communicative, creative- she has been an immense help in creating the right conditions for success and learning. Sundae also loves working with her and learning new things! In fact we all do! Thanks Belinda!
We’ve had dogs for years. Mostly Boxers. We’ve admired those with dogs that mind well, stay in place as instructed and can move thru public spaces without reactivity to other dogs or stimuli. Recently we got a Vizsla puppy and quickly realized he is a real dog, not a human-like Boxer. He can be “headstrong” and get…
Heads Up! There is hope for you and your unruly pup. I’ve had Labradors before and thought I knew what to do to ensure a happy life with my new canine companion. I was so wrong. Millie is a spirited puppy and as she got bigger and more destructive, I grew frustrated and convinced I’d made a mistake. Then friends…
Belinda is the absolute best Dog Trainer hands-down! We are so grateful to her for giving us the gift of a well trained, well behaved and happy dog. Our sessions with her were engaging and fun filled. She knew exactly how to keep our puppy engaged and motivated. Belinda is very knowledgeable and experienced and she…
Our Wire Fox Terrier has struggled with anxiety for a long time, and we had tried several things without much success. Working with Belinda was a total game changer. She took the time to understand our dog’s triggers, explained the “why” behind the behavior, and created a plan that felt manageable and effective. Our…
First, Belinda contacted us promptly, we have an ongoing leash-pulling issue with our 6-year-old Golden Retriever that we felt needed a professional. Belinda listened to our concerns and quickly got us in. She’s gentle in her approach and we immediately trusted her years of experience. She suggested some tools to…
Belinda Head is a masterful trainer and communicator - with humans and canines alike! It is clear she is deeply committed to dogs and their owners. We brought our Tibetan Terrier, Jack, for two private sessions to focus on leash behavior. Belinda creates a calm, welcoming environment where both dogs and people feel…
Belinda is such an amazing trainer and was invaluable in helping us all when we first got our puppy. She was patient and understanding whilst also setting the bar really high for how much we could achieve. The sessions were transformative and have really improved his behavior and obedience; the pooch really loved…
Belinda was born to do this work. She is a natural and just understands dogs. I did both a private lesson with her as well as a group class. Her approach is clear, consistent, and prioritizes the dogs' well-being. After just a few sessions with her I saw a huge improvement in my ability to work with my dog's…
Incredible dog trainer. From the beginning she helped us with the training of our pup.
We had a fantastic training for our new Jack Russell puppy. Belinda was spot on knowing how to train and care for our dog. She is easy to work with and the results were immediate with our little “Gigi”!
Belinda is awesome! You won’t regret working with her! I first encountered Belinda at a training course at Pets Lifeline. She has the ability to put you at ease, and keep you engaged at the same time. Belinda is knowledgeable and structured, but absolutely meets you (and your dog) where you are. She quickly assessed…
I enjoyed the traing class with Belinda enormously. She is straightforward, a great communicator, and, above all, grounded in reality She's a great teacher if you want to learn the basics, get your dog under control, or do "bigger" things.
Belinda is a wonderful trainer and I highly recommend her services. She fully explains training techniques so it's easy to apply and understand why. Location is lovely too so its a joy to attend classes.
Belinda is incredible to work with and really helped improve our dog’s recall, overall obedience, and leash manners. I heartily recommend Belinda’s services.
Belinda was great! I highly recommend her. She provided me with guidance and an assorted of tools to manage Logan, who was a six-month old pup at the time.
Belinda was great to work with. She understands dogs very well. In addition to training our puppy she also coached us. Highly recommend her.
Belinda was amazing!! She was recommended to me by a passerby on a hiking trail, and I am so glad the universe worked its magic in that way. My dog was bananas, I didn’t have a clue what I was doing, and she helped me tremendously during our group and private training sessions.
Belinda is wonderful. She helped us with our [then] 1.5 year old pup, Joey, who was struggling with recall and walking calmly on his leash. She approached our sessions with kindness, tons on knowledge, and a great enthusiasm for dog training. Joey responded very well to Belinda's presence and training style, and we…
Belinda was amazing with our puppy. We tied a group training class, which didn’t work well, so we came to her for some one on one training. She wasteful for both us and our pup. Her facility is great and we couldn’t have been happier to work with her. We live in San Francisco and the commute was worth it!
We engaged Belinda to train our Australian Shepherd puppy, Buckley, right from the start. He learned basic commands, manners, and some fun tricks very easily in a great class environment with other puppies who all became Buckley's buddies. She also gave Buckley private training sessions to master his on leash manners.
Belinda is an incredibly knowledgeable trainer that met us and our dogs where we were. One of our dogs needed a full reset and I am so grateful to her for giving us tools to improve our dogs behavior. Recommend her to anyone who thinks their older dog can’t unlearn bad behaviors.
Belinda is absolutely awesome! I brought my latest rescue bully to her when I got home from the shelter and she gave me all the tools and guidance I needed to make him the amazing dog he is today. She’s witty, smart, knowledgeable and a true animal lover. Sessions with her were engaging, fun and wildly productive! 10/10 recommend!!!!
Belinda was so helpful in getting us on the right track for training our young pup Remy. He is a very anxious dog, and Belinda’s methods have helped us greatly. Cant recommend this pet training enough!
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