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Relationship First Dog Training

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Services

  • Local to Venice/Santa Monica Only

    Need someone reliable to give your dog a break in the day? Whether it's a quick potty break or a full-on walk, we’ve got it covered. We make sure your dog gets attention, movement, and a little mental stimulation too.

    Options include:

    • 30 or 60-minute walks

    • Drop-in potty breaks/feedings

    • Notes after each visit + photo updates

    Safe, dependable, and dog-approved.

    30 min - $27
    60 min - $37
    Drop-in - $22

  • 3 sessions per week

    Short on time but want your dog trained right? We come to you and train your dog during structured walks, three times a week! It's a perfect balance of exercise, enrichment, and real-world obedience training.

    We focus on:

    • Leash manners

    • Focus around distractions

    • Heel, sit, stay, and more in a natural environment

    Great for busy owners who want better behavior without the guesswork.

    $325 per week*

    *discount available when multiple weeks are booked.

  • Say goodbye to pulling, zig-zagging, and arm-yanking walks. This focused 3-session package teaches your dog the essentials of leash manners:

    • Loose leash walking

    • Heel position

    • Release cues (so they know when it's okay to leave “heel”)

    Whether you’ve got a young pup or an older dog that never got the memo, this program builds the foundation for calm, controlled walks that both of you can enjoy. This package is 2 in person sessions with 1 follow-up virtual session.

    $275

  • 14 days of immersive training

    Let us do the heavy lifting. Your dog lives with a professional trainer for two weeks, learning core obedience and daily structure in a calm, consistent environment.

    This program is perfect for jumpstarting reliable behavior and creating real change.

    Includes:

    • Daily training sessions

    • Structured socialization

    • Obedience foundations (sit, stay, down, recall, leash manners)

    • Ongoing updates + a detailed hand-off session for you

    • Two follow-up Virtual Sessions

    Results don’t happen overnight — but this is the closest thing to it.

    $3200
    Holiday Rate - $4000

  • 8-10 one on one sessions

    This is the all-in package. Tailored, personal, and results-driven. We work with you and your dog step-by-step to build obedience, stop unwanted behavior, and improve communication.

    What we cover depends on your goals — but often includes:

    • Obedience training (sit, stay, recall, heel, etc.)

    • Behavior problems (jumping, barking, leash reactivity, etc.)

    • Confidence-building and focus

    • Clear structure for at home success

    It’s hands-on, it’s in-depth, and it’s built to last.

    $2250

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    "Hayden trained our dogs. The progress he made with our cattle dog was amazing! ...he did wonders for our dogs!"

    Jacki P. & Edie the cattlemix

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    "always attentive with Brutus and reliable! great dog walker clearly cares for pets! highly recommend"

    Josh P. & Brutus 🐾

  • A black and white curly-coated doodle dog lying on asphalt in a parking lot, looking at the camera, with a silver Toyota SUV parked behind.

    "I feel so blessed to work with Hayden! I was being dragged around, she jumped on people, chewed her leash...Hayden was kind, caring, and fun to work with! ... I know she [Bridget] loves him!"

    Fran H. & Bridget the Sheepadoodle

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    "If you are looking for training, sitting or walking for your dogs...you will find exactly what you need with Hayden. His love and patience for all animals..."

    Kou H. & Ruby the Yellow Lab

Our Training Philosophy

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DirtyHounds is relationship-first, tool-optional, and never one-size-fits-all.

We’re not here to “fix” your dog. We’re here to help you understand them.

At DirtyHounds, training isn’t about dominance, quick fixes, or chasing perfection. It’s about building a real, working relationship between you and your dog — rooted in trust, communication, and mutual respect.

We meet dogs where they are — shy, reactive, stubborn, wild — and we meet people the same way. No judgment. No shame. Just honest support and a training plan that actually fits your life. Read more here…