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Board and Train Dog Training in Lake Forest and Orange County, CA

The Bearded Dog Trainer

Structured, real world dog training for obedience and behavior issues, including aggression and reactivity, with results that actually last at home and in public.

Aggression and reactivity cases welcome
Off leash reliability
Real world training across Orange County
Go home session and ongoing support included

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Training That Holds Up in the Real World

Your dog lives and trains with us daily, in real environments across Lake Forest and Orange County. The same parks, streets, and public spaces you will actually use together.

This is not training in a controlled facility where everything is set up for success. It is training where distractions, triggers, and unpredictability are part of the work.

By the time your dog comes home, the behavior is already there. The go home session makes sure you know exactly how to maintain it.

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What Your Dog Will Work On

Every program is tailored to your dog, but most dogs work through:

Sit, down, and place with real duration
Loose leash walking
Reliable recall
Off leash communication when appropriate
Clear boundaries inside the home
Calm behavior around people and other dogs
Confidence in new environments
Aggression and reactivity management where applicable

Who This Is For

This program is a good fit if:

You are dealing with behavior issues like aggression or reactivity
Your dog is reactive on leash and walks have become stressful
You have tried other trainers and did not get lasting results
You just want a well behaved, reliable dog and are not sure where to start
You need behavior that holds up in public, not just at home

If you are not sure whether your dog is a good fit, the consultation will tell us both.

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NOT EVERY TRAINER WILL TAKE YOUR DOG. WE WILL.

Some dogs just need structure and consistency.

Others need help with more serious behavior challenges.

If your dog has bitten, lunged, or scared people, you have probably already heard “we can’t help with that.”

We work specifically with dogs other trainers won’t touch. Aggression cases. Severe reactivity. Dogs that have been labeled dangerous or given up on.

We also work with dogs that just need structure, clear communication, and something to work toward.

Whatever your dog needs, the program is built around that.

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How It Works

1. Free Consultation

We get on a call to understand your dog, your goals, and what is actually going on. No pressure, no pitch. Just an honest conversation about what your dog needs.

2. Drop Off

Your dog comes to us and begins structured daily training from day one. No settling in period and no wasted time.

4. Go Home Session

We walk you through everything in person so you leave feeling confident, not confused.

3. Daily Training in Real Environments

Your dog trains across Lake Forest and Orange County. Real streets, real distractions, real situations.

5. Ongoing Support

You are not on your own after pickup. We are here to help you work through anything that comes up.

What our clients say

"Carlo has been working with Toby for a few years. Toby is a rescue and has anxiety. Through Carlo’s patience and understanding, Toby has gained confidence. He loves me the most, but Carlo is second. What I appreciate about Carlo, is his expertise in not only training Toby, but me as well. There is no one I trust more."

—Sherri C.
"Carlo transformed my dog- she was super reactive and it was almost unbearable to take her out on a walk. After a couple weeks with Carlo we were able to walk in peace. She also finally learned place and how to react more calm when she met new people. Honestly life changing and would 2000% recommend Carlo to anyone who wants a better relationship with their dog!"

—Sarah O.
"I can’t say enough amazing things about Carlo! My dog Stormi absolutely adores him and honestly, so do I. From the very first session, Carlo brought so much patience, knowledge, and positive energy to every interaction. What really impressed me was how Carlo tailored the training specifically to Stormi’s personality. He didn’t take a cookie-cutter approach. He took the time to understand her quirks, explained everything clearly, and made the sessions both fun and effective."

—Lauren
"As an expecting mother with a 1 year old hyper frenchie I was in need of someone to guide me through training before my baby arrives. Carlo has been amazing at giving me the tools to navigate this process, but to see results you definitely need to take this training seriously and put the time in, but it is so worth it! I have spent the last 3 months following Carlo’s guidelines and I have such an amazing bond with my frenchie. He actually listens to me and understands his boundaries. I have seen a complete shift in my dog and I have so much more confidence about having a baby with my puppy in the house. Carlo is very responsive and attentive to any questions or concerns I have at any time. "

—R P
"Carlo is incredible! I’ve had my dog for a few years and I’ve been trying to find every different training program and the personal attention and custom advice given by Carlo have helped me tremendously. My dog was not only very reactive to EVERY dog on the street and did not care to listen to me, through some baby steps he is now freely going to his crate to eat, he has made a lot of progress on walks where my dog is now at least 50% less embarrassing and loud than before and he doesn’t pull on his leash nearly as much and if I keep up with Carlos training I see even more progress. I would recommend Carlo to anyone."

- Bailei H.

Why The Bearded Dog Trainer

Most trainers build their programs around the dogs they are comfortable with.

We built our program to handle everything from basic obedience to the more challenging cases other trainers often turn away.

That means the experience and methods here go deeper than standard obedience work. If we can handle the hardest cases and we do regularly, your dog is in the right place regardless of where they are starting from.

This is not about controlling your dog. It is about giving them clarity, structure, and the ability to make better decisions so life with them actually gets easier.

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Serving Lake Forest and Orange County

We work with dog owners throughout Lake Forest, Irvine, Mission Viejo, Laguna Hills, Rancho Santa Margarita, and the surrounding areas of Orange County, CA.

If you are looking for board and train in Lake Forest or dog training in Orange County, CA, this program is designed to give you clear, lasting results.

Ready for a well behaved, reliable dog you can actually enjoy living with?

Whether you are dealing with behavior issues or just want a dog you can take anywhere, fill out the form and we will be in touch within one business day.

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