Good Company Canine
Relationship focused dog trainer serving San Francisco down to San Mateo.
Finding a the right trainer is no easy task. There is a lot of information that can be conflicting and confusing out there! If you are looking for a practical, science based dog trainer who can tailor a training plan to fit you and your dogs needs and lifestyle, then I am the trainer for you. Focused on building trust, balance, and clear communication, I will guide you every step of the way to reach your goals. You will learn the skills and structure necessary for a healthy relationship between you and your best friend.
Get started with a thorough assessment to understand your dog’s behavior, triggers, learning style, and daily routine. From there we create a customized plan that focuses on achievable steps, measurable progress, and real-world practice.
What we offer:
Reactivity training and management
Obedience foundations
Off-leash reliability
Puppy preparation
Day Training
Group Dog Classes
How we work:
One-on-one coaching sessions tailored to your goals and your dog’s needs.
In-home or on-site training to practice real-life scenarios.
Comprehensive training guides
Ongoing support and adjustments as your dog improves or as new challenges arise.
Ready to train your dog?
Training Approach
My dog training approach is relationship-based, centered on building clear communication and mutual trust between handler and dog; I prioritize understanding each dog's unique needs and body language, using consistent, positive cues and practical routines to reduce stress and confusion.
I absolutely love working with my clients and their dogs. Having spent 5 years in the Bay Area training hundreds of dogs and their humans, I have a deep and practiced understanding of how to work in urban environments as a dog trainer. Together, we build trust, set boundaries, create management plans and ultimately create the absolute best experience possible. I am with you every step of the way.
Practical, caring support at every step.
Explore the dog training services designed to help you move forward with confidence—whether you’re starting puppy basics, tackling leash reactivity, polishing advanced obedience, or preparing for life changes like a new home or family addition. GoodCompanyCanine offers practical, science-based methods, personalized plans, and flexible formats (in-person, virtual, and group classes) to meet your schedule and goals.
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GCC’s Private training packages are customized to fit you and your dogs needs. Book a free phone call today to see how we can help.
What’s included
Initial assessment (online or in-person): A 60-minute session to evaluate your dog’s behavior, daily routine, living environment, and your training goals. We observe interactions, identify triggers, assess management and safety, and discuss medical, social, and previous training history.
Customized training plan: After the assessment, we decide on a plan to help reach your goals.
One-on-one training sessions: GCC offers a variety of training packages including 4, 8 and 12 lesson options. Each training package comes with access to weekly office hours to address any concerns between lessons. In-person and zoom lessons available depending on you and your dogs needs.
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Day Training packages are great when you and your dog need some extra help. We pick your dog up and work with them one on one. This training includes text and video support. Limited spaces available. Training is based on the dogs needs.
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Once you and your dog are to a healthy place in your training journey, we can move on to group activities and put all your hard work to the test. We work towards neutrality. calmness, and clear communication with you and your dog.
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“I can't recommend Kim enough! She is knowledgeable, responsive, and tailored the sessions to what my dog needed. The tools and techniques I learned were very helpful, and training seemed like it created more of a bond through quality time with my dog than just a walk..”
Yelp Review - Steven T. and Lila
“Kim's well-rounded, balanced approach to dog training has been such a great fit for us, and we've seen incredible progress.”
Yelp - Dani R. and Goose
“She is great with dogs and humans…provides clear instructions during lessons and follows up to see how you and your dog are doing.”
Yelp Review- Rachel and Dash
