Sacramento, CA
About Cassi Perez
Cassi has spent her life around animals. At a young age, she began riding and taking care of horses. As a child, always bringing home kittens and strays, begging to keep them. She began pet sitting and house sitting for family and neighbors at the age of 12. She began working with children as an ABA behavioral tutor while working towards her BA in psychology. After some wildlife inspired travel to India to see tigers and Africa to see mountain gorillas in the wild, she decided to use her background in behavioralism and her love of animals to start Midtown Mutts.
Training Philosophy
We believe that every animal has their own unique needs and that in addition to their physical needs, their emotional and mental needs are equally important. At Midtown Mutts, we put a strong emphasis on learning and education, from hiring and training our staff to continuing our training education. We stay up to date on the latest science on behavior and learning. It is our mission to be industry leaders in providing safe, stress free, professional and compassionate pet care. We are dedicated to providing humane, force free and science based, positive reinforcement dog training.
Services
- Dog Training:
- Group Dog Training: 4 week Puppy Socialization Class and a flexible Manners and Life Skills Membership Group Class
- Private Dog Training: One-on-one sessions, customized to your specific training goals.
- Day Training: Three times a week, 1-hour training sessions while you are at work.
- Remote Training: Flexible options for training from home.
- Dog Walking: Potty breaks to power walks, with email reports and photos.
- Pet Sitting: Stress free pet care and home care while you are away.
- Pet Portraits: Custom pet portraits in watercolor and oils by Casey Perez.
Training Specialties:
- Basic manners and obedience
- Puppy problem prevention and solutions
- Reactivity
- Resource guarding
- Enrichment
- Introduction to training theory
- Husbandry skills
- Dog and Children
- Adoption Counseling
Pricing:
- Group Class Membership:
- Hound Culture Membership: $55
- 1x Month Pass: $185
- 5x a month: $350
- Unlimited: $500
- Private and Day Training:
- Intro Session: $250
- Single 1-hour session: $130
- 5 Session Package: $495
- 10 Session Package: $950
- Puppy Socialization Classes: $200
Certifications
Cassi is a certified trainer through Karen Pryor (KPA-CTP) and the Victoria Stilwell Academy (VSA-CDT).
Specializations
Basic manners and obedience, puppy problem prevention and solutions, reactivity, resource guarding, enrichment, introduction to training theory, husbandry skills, dog and children, adoption counseling
Training Methods
Force free, science based, positive reinforcement methods
We've got the answers for your questions
Seriously, if you have any questions about training your dog, we have the answers.
We have created a directory of licensed dog trainers specializing in positive reinforcement methods. These trainers are not affiliated with Dogo, and all information is gathered from publicly available sources. Each profile provides a brief overview of the trainer's experience and expertise.
Start by evaluating your dog's needs and identifying your training objectives. Each trainer's profile provides insights into their areas of expertise. Match these with your dog's character and your goals to find the ideal fit.
All trainers listed here are certified professionals with extensive knowledge of positive reinforcement techniques.
Positive reinforcement centers on rewarding preferred behaviors, ensuring a pleasant learning journey for your dog. This humane approach is scientifically proven to be the most effective long-term training method, strengthening the bond between you and your pet. By consistently rewarding good behavior, your dog learns to associate actions with positive outcomes, leading to lasting improvements and a happier companion.
Yes, they are. Our trainers are adept in basic obedience or intricate behavioral challenges. Browse their profiles to identify a trainer who specializes in the particular issues you wish to address.
Simply click on the preferred trainer's profile to access their contact details. From there, you can get in touch to discuss your requirements and set up training appointments.
Group sessions offer a communal setting where your dog learns general obedience alongside other dogs. In contrast, private sessions grant focused attention, making them perfect for targeted behavior modifications or individualized training agendas.
All our trainers are committed to positive reinforcement techniques and steer clear of any harsh or punitive methods. Their primary goal is to make training a joyous journey for you and your dog.
Results depend on factors like your dog's nature, the specific behaviors in question, and your training consistency. While many clients observe improvements in just a few sessions, it's crucial to be patient and persistent.
Reach out to the trainer you're interested in to discuss possibly attending a session. It's a great way to get a feel for their approach and see if it aligns with your expectations.
