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 Join the April 19th 2025 Group Class and save 25%! Simply share the event on your social media, and you'll receive the discount. Plus, anyone who signs up through your post can also enjoy the savings. Don't miss this opportunity to boost your dog's training while connecting with our local community of dog lovers!

 

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The Dog Director of iSpeakDog! Dog Trainer in Orange County

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Tommy Stark, the Dog Director

Canine Behaviorist, Master Trainer, Multi-Disciplinary Canine Expert, and Dog Psychologist based in Dana Point, CA. 


History and Experience

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Private In-Home Training

As a professional dog trainer and dog psychologist I understand the importance of building a strong bond between pet owners and their pups. With over 23 years of experience, every single day has been dedicated to understanding different types and behaviors of dogs. My goal is to teach pet owners how to train their dogs and reinforce positive behaviors through a variety of techniques and tools. I provide extensive knowledge of dog behavior, instincts, health, and nutrition, while also offering specialized techniques for unwanted behaviors like excessive jumping, mouthing, and barking. I'm also equipped to handle any dogs, from pulling on the leash to aggression. My approach is to reward good behavior and redirect unwanted ones, all while bridging the communication gap between dog language and human language. Please reach out with any questions.  

How to Schedule

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Individual One-on-One Dog Training

Training with The Dog Director, Tommy Stark

Private dog training in Laguna Beach

Standard Individual Rate

Session - $250

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  • Typically an hour (60-90 min)
  • Access to private pages and media
  • Apply for Dee Dog Park
  • Any Issue - Any Breed - Any Age dog behavior training
  • Multiple dogs okay
  • Most can be done in one session!

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Maintenance Packages

3 sessions - $700

5 sessions - $1200

10 sessions - $2500 


  • Guaranteed on the calendar each week 
  • Typically an hour (60-90min)
  • Can be for any Training that I offer
  • Priority texts and calls for dog behavior training

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Puppy/Beginner Curriculum taught one-on-one (family)

Basic Puppy Package:


Introduction session: 45-60 minutes $200

For basic puppy problems or initial lesson


3 lessons - $500 


Covers basics: Puppy Biting, crate training, intro to leash walking, potty training, basic commands (sit, down, stay, come, leave it, etc)



Premium Puppy Package

Behavior included:

5 sessions (about an hour) $1200

  • Curriculum below 
  • Behavioral focus with deep understand of how your puppy will mature 
  • Behaviorist-designed plans, not cookie-cutter commands


iSpeakDog! Group Dog Training Classes

Puppy/Beginner Group Class 

​2021

"Instruction" - 56 dogs in class

​Lantern Bay Park - Dana Point

Puppy/Beginner Class

 iSpeakDog! is proud to offer group and dog behavior training classes that are designed to socialize your pups and dogs while also helping them learn obedience and manners. With 19+ years of experience of teaching group classes, I have developed a proven curriculum that is perfect for puppies and adult dogs alike. My Puppy/Beginner lecture course is specifically designed to help your dog become more comfortable around other dogs and learn how to ignore them when necessary. I prioritize safety and therefore, nose-to-nose greetings or play are not allowed unless it is part of a specific teaching lesson. By teaching your dog how to ignore other dogs and focus on you, they will pay more attention to you throughout the class. I will also explain the long term effects of  this in class, so you can better understand your dog's behavior. Taught in Dana Point


Curriculum

Next Start Date: Coming Early June 2025

 Pricing


First class in series is always FREE with no obligation to insure its a good situation for you and your dog. Dana Point


Cost for the 5 class series: $400​

  • Typically 10 - 30 dogs in any Puppy/Beginner Class (Can have more)
  • Classes last about 1-2 hours
  • 5 consecutive Saturdays in a row
  • ​2nd set of vaccinations required or a titer test
  • Rabies required in dogs with adult teeth fully in
  • ​Gets dogs used to the environment at a realistic pace so they don't become fearful and learn to trust the handler
  • ​Can repeat the course at no cost -  dog behavior training

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Intermediate/Workshop Group Classes

Group Dog Training Class Dana Point iSpeakDog

​​*Must have been through the iSpeakDog! Puppy/Beginner Course*

 My Intermediate class is a Workshop that builds on the knowledge learned in the Beginner series. After graduating from the Beginner series, you and your dog will be ready for the next step. The Intermediate class is designed to create a bonding experience between you and your dog while also reinforcing the iSpeakDog! teachings. We use AKC Rally and Agility as well as Focused Based Heeling to help your dog learn new skills and push their limits each week. Unlike the Beginner series, the Intermediate class does not have a specific curriculum. Instead, I tailor each class to the specific dogs that attend and work on skills that are most relevant to them. The Workshop class allows you to challenge your dog a little harder each class and achieve your training goals in a fun and supportive environment. Come and join Group Classes and see the difference it can make in your dog's behavior and socialization skills. By professional dog trainer Dana Point

Next Start Date: May 10, 2025 at 1pm

Cost for 5 workshops is $400
 

  • Typically 10-40 dogs in a class​
  • Classes last 45-60 minutes (the dogs let us know)
  • Expands on the Handler & Dog "Team"
  • Works to build trust through directions 
  • Teaches how to sharpen your timing and technique
  • ​Helps dogs to habituate from other dogs unless given permission. 
  • A Focused Based Heel with direction and pace 

Other Training & Behavior Services

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 As a Behaviorist and dog psychologist , I understand that every dog has unique needs, personalities, temperaments, and confidence levels. After about 20,000 dogs trained plus 11,000 that I have done temperament evaluations for, my experience has taught me that providing dogs with a sense of purpose is crucial for their well-being. Therefore, I believe that giving dogs a job should be the primary objective of any dog behavior training program. Clear communication is also essential for effective training. Yelling or being harsh is not an effective way to communicate with dogs. Instead, motivation techniques with clear communication and trust to teach dogs boundaries and consequences, which helps them understand the world around them. 

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 I offer a variety of services, including dog sports training, show handling, and for dogs with serious issues. I'm also available for nutrition consulting, and can provide guidance on starting a dog business or purchasing a breeder/puppy. If you need help dog-proofing your yard, or require an expert witness for aggression-related court cases, I'm here to help.

But most importantly, I specialize in Canine Education.

In addition, I offer Service Dog Training for specific needs such as deafness, mobility, scent discrimination for allergies, panic attacks, and seizure alert. Please keep in mind that the time (if at all) it takes to train your dog will depend on their individual abilities, so it's important to be realistic about your expectations in dog behavior training.

Please contact to discuss if you have a special case. 

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AKC Family Dog Programs

 AKC Family Dog is a comprehensive good manners program for all dogs, whether purebred or mixed breed. While participating in enjoyable activities that are fun for both dogs and people, dogs become well-socialized and develop a lifelong bond with their owners. 


 Within the AKC Family Dog organizational umbrella are programs that teach fami

 AKC Family Dog is a comprehensive good manners program for all dogs, whether purebred or mixed breed. While participating in enjoyable activities that are fun for both dogs and people, dogs become well-socialized and develop a lifelong bond with their owners. 


 Within the AKC Family Dog organizational umbrella are programs that teach family members how to best communicate with their dogs. The CGC programs (AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy, Canine Good Citizen, and AKC Community Canine and Urban CGC) begin with teaching basic skills such as sit, down, and come and they build on these skills as dogs move from one activity to the next. The result is a dog that any owner can be proud to take into the community. Dana Point Laguna Beach Newport Coast dog behavior training professional dog trainer

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AKC Evaluator


I offer all of the AKC pet canine titles. Please visit www.AKC.org for more information on these programs. professional dog trainer Newport Coast, Laguna Beach, Dana Point


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