Soquel, CA
Jeff D. Stallings
Jeff Stallings is a San Francisco dog trainer who started Better Nature Dog Training in 2011. He has owned well-trained dogs all his life and has decades of experience teaching across a number of fields.
Training Philosophy
Jeff Stallings uses positive reinforcement and other humane methods of behavior modification. He takes a scientific and holistic approach to dog training, considering each dog's background, temperament and household environment.
Services
- Bringing a new puppy into your life and home
- Potty training issues
- Command/obedience training
- Recalls: Teaching your dog to come when called
- Leash pulling
- Jumping on people
- Biting, chewing and digging
- Excessive barking
- Aggression/reactivity
- Separation anxiety and isolation distress
- Teaching You to Train Your Dog
- Zoom or in-person behavior consultations
- Training with Positive Methods
- Set Your Puppy up for Success
- Referrals to Other Professionals
Certifications
Jeff Stallings is nationally-certified through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT) as a CPDT-KA (knowledge assessed).
Specializations
- Puppy training
- Behavior consultations
- Obedience training
Training Methods
- Positive reinforcement
- Marker training
- Humane harnesses and collars
Customer Reviews
- Annie D. Redwood City: "I had a few trainers stop by to meet my puppy Sophie and Jeff was the best by far. He was great with her and I could tell that Sophie really trusted him and enjoyed working with him. Jeff was amazing at showing me how to use positive reinforcement to shape her behavior and gave lots of great tips on potty training, preventing separation anxiety, encouraging calm behavior when greeting new people, and how to continue with mat training."
- Aaron D. San Francisco: "As a first-time puppy/dog parent, I don't know how I would have handled things without Jeff keeping me from falling off the proverbial ledge. He was great in helping me manage expectations … stressing positive reinforcement while keeping strong boundaries and demonstrating an understanding of the individual animal. Jeff is fantastic at working through and prioritizing areas to focus on depending on where the dog is in their development cycle."
- Moira D. San Francisco: "Jeff is so helpful. He's quite insightful but approaches every dog with humility, recognizing that each dog is unique and every training challenge is an opportunity for him to learn more. We had him do an in-person consultation and training session, and followed up by phone. We took his advice and watched our dog's behavior improve. He is generous with his time and his advice. We recommend him wholeheartedly!"
- Molly D. San Francisco: "I've worked with Jeff twice now and each time his provided great customized advice that we've been able to put into practice. The latest time we met I was having major problems with my dog becoming fearful and aggressive in my dog friendly office. Jeff had some specific suggestions that have helped a ton and probably more powerful he really changed my mindset about what was going on so that I could relax and in turn my dog could start having success. Thank you so much Jeff!"
- Justin K. San Francisco: "Jeff's a great guy, and he's a very experienced and knowledgeable dog trainer. We recently had a session with Jeff where he spent time with our 9 month old rescue, Coby, and our family to discuss Coby's behavior and strategies for training Coby. Jeff quickly and clearly understood what was best for Coby in terms of how we need to respond to his behaviors and train him moving forward. I found Jeff to be very thoughtful and instructive. He was also excellent at explaining exactly why his recommended training techniques make sense given Coby's background and disposition. We had a very positive experience working with Jeff and he is highly recommended!"
Media Appearances
Jeff Stallings has published articles in Bark Magazine.
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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.
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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.
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