John's Natural Dog Training Company

Unleash Your Dog's Potential!

San Diego's Trusted Canine Behavior Specialist 

We are San Diego's In-Home Dog Trainer

• We teach you to cultivate your dog's cooperative and loving nature
• We teach you to understand the psychology of your dog

• We obedience train all breeds, all ages

• Our In-Home programs provide lifetime admission to group classes!

• We are Approved AKC CGC Evaluators. (see Canine Good Citizen)

• We are members of the BBB - San Diego Better Business Bureau

• We are members of the APDT*, IACP** and LOAL***

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John Rubin is much sought after for his expertise in helping owners resolve canine behavior issues including aggression, separation anxiety, and housebreaking - without using fear, gimmicks or food-based methods. Dog Trainers available in Rancho Santa Fe, Rancho Bernardo, Scottsdale, Tempe, Gilbert, Mesa, Paradise Valley and Chandler Arizona! Read What Customers Have to Say About Our Services "We were amazed and never thought our dog would reach such a level. We are now 5 sessions in and also going to classes and couldn't be happier. We recently brought our puppy to a birthday party and everyone commented on how well behaved she was. John's been a great trainer and we look forward to working with him in the future!" scyman - San Diego Read More Praise, Positive Reinforcement, Success

Beware of "Dog Trainers" Recently we at John's Natural Dog Training Company have been informed that our reputation as a top-notch dog training company is being exploited by a few area "dog trainers" when asked by prospective clients about their background and dog training  experience. New Dog Training Classes to begin in Vista, Oceanside, Encinitas, Escondido and Carlsbad, Rancho Santa Fe! Read More How Dogs Learn by John M. Rubin Dogs play, work, eat, sleep, and learn in such uncomplicated bliss that I was drawn to work with them from a very young age. Read More We Appreciate Your Feedback! We would love to hear your comments and suggestions. Tell us what you would like to know about dogs, dog training careers, dog nutrition, us - anything! Also, we are now listed on KUDZU.COM. Please visit us there and rate our site. Help us spread the word on training dogs the NATURAL way!

Our 20 years experience in San Diego dog training has shown us that a quickly trained dog is usually not a well trained dog. If you have an aggressive dog, we can help! With one Behavior Consultation we can evaluate your dog and give you an honest assessment of your dog’s aggression and help to determine what is best for you and your dog.

Our In-Home Training package is definitely our most popular as well as the most effective. By training you and your dog in your home, we are able to address behavior issues specific to your lifestyle and home environment. We are able to teach all household members the same, simple methods and techniques. This comprehensive program includes 8 private sessions and lifetime admission to our group classes. No other dog trainer in San Diego provides you with this much support and opportunity for advanced training. AND, we do not use, and would never advocate the use of electronic (shock) training devices. All obedience commands are guaranteed!

If you have an aggressive dog, we can help! With one Behavior Session we can give you an honest opinion of what to expect. Aggression is oftentimes a lack of confidence combined with an overreaction to fears. With the right training program to build confidence, and using proper reinforcement and consistency, 90% of the time we can quell if not eliminate aggressive tendencies.

Housebreaking -  let us help! We teach you common-sense, practical approaches, and YOU are in charge. Your decisions are always paramount when determining the type of program we design for you. Read What Our Clients Have to Say

John's Natural Dog Training Company was established in 1991. John Rubin, and his wife Bonnie, incorporated their company in 1995 establishing Natural Pet Systems, Inc.

as the parent company. John has been training dogs for over 20 years and has extensive equine experience as well.

John's desire to help owners better communicate with their canine companions drove him to build John's Natural Dog Training around his philosophy of a "natural"

approach to communicating, handling, and training. All owners can benefit from utilizing John's methods without using fear, treats, or gimmicks like clickers, gentle le

aders or cans with coins in them. We do NOT use, and never will advocate the use of pain compliance (electronic shock collars aka e-collars) nor physical abuse in the form of what is commonly know as "alpha dominance" techniques. A good trainer, behaviorist or handler would never need to utilize these methods.

We currently employ three full-time dog trainers and two part-time trainers. Our trainers are all employed by JNDTC and are not independent contractors. All employees utilize our natural methods and are committed to providing excellent customer service. We encourage you to visit any of our dog training classes whenever you wish.