Offering in-home private training in the Santa Barbara area, Marla is a certified professional dog trainer (Knowledge and Skills Assessed – KSA) with a background in the entertainment industry, specializing in animal training for movies. She employs positive reinforcement methods and treats animals with love and compassion.
Alongside dogs, Marla has successfully trained cats, chickens, and horses using positive reinforcement techniques. Her services encompass Puppy Manners, Basic Obedience, Problem Solving, Tricks, and Behaviors for Movie Dogs, all designed to make training an enjoyable experience for both the dog and the human.


