Santa Monica Paws, under the leadership of a Professional Premium Member of APDT, offers a range of services, including Private Adult Dog Behavior Modification Training, Puppy Bootcamp (Group Training in the Community), Puppy Board & Train, Private Puppy Training, and American Kennel Club CGC Training.
Additionally, the services include Pet Sitting for both cats and dogs. The commitment to the well-being of pets is evident in the use of science-based, positive reinforcement training methods, with an emphasis on the least intrusive minimally aversive (LIMA) techniques.
The training director ensures the ethical treatment and training of dogs, ethical treatment of clients, and maintains a solid dog training program. The training philosophy is centered around the highest quality standards, and the use of equipment such as Leather Leashes, Halti Head Halters, Slip Leashes, Martingale Collars, Gentle Leader Head Halters, Easy Walk Harnesses, Puppia Harnesses, Buddy Belt Harnesses, and 30-50ft. leashes.
Santa Monica Paws serves various locations including Santa Monica, Playa Vista, Marina Del Rey, Mar Vista, Venice, Manhattan Beach, Beverly Hills, Culver City, West Los Angeles, Cheviot Hills, Westwood-Los Angeles, Century City-Los Angeles, Torrance, Hermosa Beach, Redondo Beach, Palos Verdes, Rancho Palos Verdes, Pacific Palisades, Malibu, and West Hollywood-Los Angeles.
The commitment to clients and their pets is evident in the dedication to helping them learn and grow together, building a lifetime bond with pets through a positive, reward-based approach to training.


