GoodsittdogsKrista Goodsitt, certified behavior consultant (323) 251 7596 Book a consultation

Private dog training in Los Angeles, Bakersfield and Kern County

Puppies, problem behaviors and everything in between

Every program is private, and every one starts with a consultation so I can build the plan around your dog. Sessions happen at your door, and obedience can also be done in Hollywood.

  • Eight programsfrom puppies to behavior help
  • Consult firstfor every plan
  • Lifetime supportfor any training need
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Behavior Consultation

About 1.5 hours in your home · More sessions if needed

Behavior work starts at home, because that’s where the problem actually happens.

I see your dog in their own space, we talk through what’s going on, and I start a training plan for you, your family and your dog. If we need more sessions after that, we set them up.

  • Separation anxiety
  • Fear and anxiety
  • Leash aggression and reactivity
  • House soiling and potty training
  • Aggression toward dogs, animals or people
  • Housemate issues
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Leash Handling for Reactive Dogs

For dogs that react on leash · Starts with a consultation

I’ve seen dogs react to other dogs, motorcycles, bikes, squirrels, you name it.

Reactivity takes time, patience and a positive attitude. We start with a consultation, then I build a plan that fits your dog and the walks you actually take.

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Puppy Package

For puppies 3 to 6 months · Three private sessions at your door

The ultimate in puppy 101, done privately at your place.

  • Potty training
  • Basic manners: sit, down, come when called
  • Hands are not for chewing, toys are
  • How to settle and relax
  • Getting used to being alone now and then
  • Being comfortable with handling
  • Liking new people and dogs

Your puppy should have had two shots and be close to the third.

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Beginner and Intermediate Obedience

For dogs 6 months and up · Five sessions, in Hollywood or at your home

Beginner

  • Sit, stay, down and come
  • Walking nicely on leash
  • Waiting at the curb
  • Real life practice
  • The whole family is welcome

Intermediate

  • Stronger recall
  • Heeling
  • Stays with distractions and distance
  • Training games that build your bond
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Canine Good Citizen Prep

For dogs 6 months and up with basic obedience · Six sessions

We get your dog ready for the American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen test. It’s a great next step for a well mannered dog, and the place to start if you’re thinking about therapy work.

  • Accepting a friendly stranger
  • Sitting politely for petting
  • Out for a walk
  • Walking through a crowd
  • Sit, down and stay
  • Coming when called
  • Reaction to another dog
  • Supervised separation
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Day Training

Starts with a consultation

For when life is busy and you can’t train as much as you’d like, or you finished a series and want help keeping it going.

I train your dog while you’re at work, or pick them up for socialization and exercise. Then you get a detailed training plan, and I show you how to use it.

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Introducing a New Pack Member or Sourcing a New Dog

For growing packs and future dog owners

Bringing a new dog into your pack? I’ll help you make the introduction the right way.

Still looking? I can help you find a dog that fits your lifestyle from the start.

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Urban Life with Your Dog

Starts with a consultation

For anyone who wants to take their dog to the dog park or out hiking, but doesn’t feel sure about doing it safely yet.

  • Reading dog body language
  • A friendly dog versus one better not to meet
  • Dog introductions
  • Off leash do’s and don’ts

Questions people ask me

Where I train, how it starts and what happens after. Anything else, just ask.

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Where do you train?

At your door across Los Angeles, Orange, Ventura, Riverside and Kern Counties, including Bakersfield. Obedience series can also be done in Hollywood, and I do remote online consultations and travel consultations on request.

Do you train in Bakersfield?

Yes. I’m taking more clients in Bakersfield and across Kern County now, for consultations and private training at your door.

How does it start?

Every plan starts with a phone or in person consultation. From there I build a training plan that works for your dog, your family and your daily routine.

Do you work with reactive or aggressive dogs?

Yes, that’s a big part of what I do. Leash reactivity and aggression toward dogs, animals or people both start with a Behavior Consultation in your home.

Can you help with separation anxiety?

Yes. Separation anxiety, fear and anxiety all start with a Behavior Consultation, about an hour and a half in your home, so I can see what’s really going on.

How old does my puppy need to be?

The Puppy Package is for puppies 3 to 6 months that have had two shots and are close to the third. Dogs 6 months and up can start Beginner Obedience.

What is Day Training?

I train your dog while you’re at work, or pick them up for socialization and exercise. Then you get a detailed training plan and I show you how to use it. It starts with a consultation.

Do you have group classes?

I’m starting group classes and training series. Dates go up on the class calendar as soon as they’re set, and you can save a spot right there.

How much does training cost?

It depends on your dog and the program, so call, text or email me and I’ll walk you through it.

What happens after my program ends?

Training doesn’t stop when our sessions do, so every client gets lifetime support for any training need.

Let me help you pick.

Answer four quick questions and you’ll see where I’d start.

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