Diego A. Perez
is a certified dog trainer and behavior consultant with over 15 years of experience. He is the founder of
The Underdog Academy
, a dog training school in San Diego, California. Diego is passionate about helping dogs and their owners build strong, loving relationships. He believes that every dog deserves a chance to live a happy and fulfilling life.
Diego’s training philosophy is based on positive reinforcement and building a strong bond between dogs and their owners. He uses a variety of methods to help dogs learn, including classical and operant conditioning, as well as clicker training. Diego believes that training should be fun and rewarding for both the dog and the owner.
Services
- Private training sessions
- Group classes
- Puppy training
- Behavior modification
- Agility training
- Competition training
- Board and train programs
- Dog walking
- Pet sitting
Certifications
Diego is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) and a Certified Canine Behavior Consultant (CCBC). He is also a member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT).
Specializations
- Puppy training
- Behavior modification
- Agility training
- Competition training
Training Methods
- Positive reinforcement
- Classical and operant conditioning
- Clicker training
- Shaping
- Luring
Customer Reviews
- “Diego is an amazing trainer! He helped me to understand my dog better and to train him to be a well-behaved member of our family.” – Sarah J.
- “I highly recommend The Underdog Academy. Diego is a true professional and he is passionate about helping dogs. My dog has made so much progress since we started working with him.” – John S.
- “Diego is a great trainer! He is patient, knowledgeable, and he makes training fun for both the dog and the owner. I would recommend him to anyone.” – Mary K.
Social Media Links
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theunderdogacademy
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theunderdogacademy/
Media Appearances
- The San Diego Union-Tribune
- The San Diego Reader
- KUSI News
