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Free Training Assessment

See what we’re all about!

Open House

FREE 45 min assessment on campus

We know finding the right trainer can be difficult, so we're happy to offer this risk-free chance to:

• Meet your trainers

• See the classroom

• Experience our training methods.

• Find the best fit for you and your pup – before making any commitments!

Please note: we require no history of aggression or reactivity towards people or other dogs. — If this applies to your dog, please email us at clickstartdogacademy@gmail.comprior to booking.

📍Clickstart Campus @ 22485 El Toro Road, Lake Forest CA 92630

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Educated • Ethical • Effective

At Clickstart, we’re passionate about helping dogs and their guardians thrive at every stage of life. Based in Orange County, we combine hands-on experience with science-backed, ethical training to create a fun, stress-free environment for you and your pup.

By grounding our curriculum in positive reinforcement, we’re able to strengthen the bond between you and your dog—because happy pups make happy homes!

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Why start training with us?

Training tailored to your pup! We have a wide variety of services and class formats to ensure every pup (and their parents!) feel comfortable and confident going into training.

  • Positive reinforcement curriculum

  • Strengthen the bond between you and your dog

  • Experienced team of trainers specializing in Reactivity, Aggression, Service Dogs, Puppy Raising, Resource Guarding, Cat / Dog Integrations, and more

What we offer:

Group Training

  • From 9 week old puppies to senior dogs, we have a group classes for all levels of Obedience, K9 Nose Work, Agility, Tricks, and more

  • We keep our class sizes small (4-6 teams) so you and your dog can get more quality, one-on-one time with your 2 instructors

  • Every class is followed by a wrap up email with step-by-step instructions for each exercise covered plus weekly homework assignments

Private Training

  • Custom plan to meet your goals, and give you clear actionable steps to start seeing success right away

  • In-home, on-campus, or online via Zoom; we will make real progress on your goals and tackle those unwanted behaviors with professional guidance.

Day Training

  • Busy lifestyle? Little time to provide consistent training?

  • Drop your dog off with us for 3 hours of Academy on-campus or we’ll pick them up for a 1 hour Homework Session.

  • Our team will on-board key foundation skills, provide safe and productive socialization opportunities, and send your pup home more skilled and ready for a peaceful evening of rest

Behavior Modification

  • Fear • Anxiety • Aggression • Reactivity

  • Behaviorally complex dogs don’t need more obedience skills, they need a customized, comprehensive approach that addresses the problem at the root.

  • With a combined 20+ years in the field, Co-Founders Cassie and Liv have decades of experience helping pet parents just like you resolve complex behavior challenges.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • If your dog is scared outside of their home or unlikely to take treats outdoors, then we require beginning with a Behavior Evaluation or our Reactive Rover Recovery class.

  • While some amount of fixating on and vocalizing toward other dogs is normal, we want to make sure it’s not a disruptive amount and that your dog is able to succeed while on-campus.

    If your dog is consistently reactive toward other dogs and people, then we require beginning with a Behavior Evaluation or our Reactive Rover Recovery class.

  • There may be 1-3 other dog and guardian duos during the assessment. You will have your own fenced area to train with your dog on high traction flooring. There will be no dog-dog socialization during the assessment and all teams will maintain a minimum 6ft distance from one another.

  • We will start by introducing Positive Reinforcement training and teach you clicker mechanics (you’re welcome to use the word “yes” instead of a clicker).

    Next, we will walk you and your dog through various skills and assess their comfortability and interest in training in a new environment.

    Finally, we will discuss how the assessment went, answer any questions, and recommend next steps.

  • Everything you need to bring will be listed in the confirmation email after sign up.

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What Our Clients Say

  • "The trainers here are excellent! They are all so kind and patient. I love that the classes are small so each pup can get individual attention even in a group setting. They work at your dog's pace and that is huge for us...."

    — Shannon F.

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  • "Clickstart is incredible! Our two year-old pitty has come such a long way since we started working with them when he was just small pup....They're knowledgeable, patient, and our dog LOVES them, which is really the best test :)"

    — Kylie G.

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  • "We have participated in both online and in person sessions with Clickstart for an anxious rescue pup, and she has made incredible progress. Co-owner Cassie is knowledgeable, patient, and willing to meet you and your dog wherever you’re at...."

    — Zoe K.

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