TRANSFORm YOUR DOG’S problematic BEHAVIOR

Enjoy peaceful walks and a serene home with our proven in-home dog training! Yes - we come to YOU! Book a free consult today.

REDONDO Beach, CA

★★★★★

Natalie is somewhat of a miracle worker. Our rescue dog was extremely reactive to animals, kids and adults. Lots of aggressive barking and lunging. Our other dog picked up on this and started barking and lunging as well!

After one training session with Natalie, we started seeing a transformation. After continued training, we’re proud to say we have some incredibly well behaved dogs. The dogs’ recall off-leash and general behavior is incredible.

We’re so lucky to have met Natalie and have been privileged to work with her!

— Justin V.

Take your dog anywhere, knowing s/he will remain calm and well-behaved

Have friends, family and other dogs over to your house, without issue

Understand your pet and communicate with him/her confidently

Leave your dog at home alone, confident in the knowledge that your house - and belongings - will remain intact

Enjoy a harmonious and loving bond with your dog

Relax and feel at ease around your dog

Let’s be honest.

When you got you doggo you were probably expecting a new best friend. Maybe you pictured the two of you going for hikes together, hanging out on the sofa on weeknights, and going for the occasional pup cup on weekends.

Or, maybe you adopted a guy or gal from a shelter (you’re awesome!). Sure, your new fren had a few ‘issues’ but you’ve owned dogs before - you felt confident you’d sort it out.

Regardless of the circumstances, what you probably didn’t imagine is the dystopian nightmare you’re now living in.

You feel like you can’t go anywhere or do anything. You’re stressed, your dog is miserable. And it’s no fun living with the demon hell child s/he sometimes becomes.

SOMETHING’S GOTTA GIVE!

★★★★★

Natalie at Rock Dog is absolutely amazing. Our Golden Retriever struggled with fear of the road, chasing our cat, and loose leash walking.

Working with Natalie made all the difference. She was flexible with scheduling and our dog Cady absolutely loves her. Natalie is consistently able to equip us with the tools we need to solve the problem, as well as demonstrate clearly and help us practice. With her help, Cady is no longer petrified of the street, cuddles instead of chases the cat, and walks are a fun time for everyone.

I've recommended Natalie to neighbors and friends, so it's super easy to give her a 5-star recommendation!

— Dave K. and ‘Cady’

IF YOUR DOG IS:

Pulling on his/her leash
Barking excessively
Destroying your home and belongings
Behaving aggressively towards humans and other dogs
Making it impossible for you to have people over to your house
Causing you to worry about your safety, or the safety of others
Leaving you feeling stressed out and anxious

Then you need Natalie!
REDONDO beach’s premier dog trainer

★★★★★

“I can't recommend Natalie enough, she is one-of-a-kind as both a trainer and a human being - exceptionally skilled, understanding, and reliable, and her genuine love for dogs is unparalleled.

After having several bad experiences with other trainers that resulted in trauma and anxiety, she helped to restore not only my dog's confidence but also my own as a guardian.”

— Sarah Ballantyne and ‘Hazel’

★★★★★

“Meco was a crazy herding dog, but after Natalie’s training he’s the most well-behaved companion!

Natalie taught me how to make sure he obeys commands, behaves on leash and in public, and never ventures too far off-leash. People always comment on how well-behaved my dog is, and I always say it’s because of Rock Dog! If Natalie can train Meco, she’ll definitely be able to help you with your dog!”

— Harrison L. & ‘Meco’

MEET Natalie GUStaFsson

Dog trainer extraordinaire and restorer of peace and sanity to your household!

I’m a certified dog trainer who's been in the industry for over 13 years. I’ve worked alongside some big names in the dog training world, including Jennifer Gray, the Director of The Dog Psychology Center, and the legendary Cesar Milan.

Dogs are my life’s work as well as my greatest passion. My strength as a trainer is my refusal to give up on any dog. I truly believe with the right training, care and attention every dog can change! - AND I have the track record to prove it.

★★★★★

From the second Natalie met my dog, the tone shifted. Natalie got my dog to be less fearful, more confident at walking, and better behaved in less than five minutes.

It was seriously the kind of magic you see on TV shows - except it was reality!

And she broke down exactly what she was doing so that I could understand it and repeat it.”

— Lindsey Smith and ‘Kobe’

Transforming your dog’s behavior is Possible!

Whether you have a new puppy or a dog with behavioral issues, the stress of dog ownership shouldn't overshadow the joy. Through personalized one-on-one training, I'll work with you and your dog in the comfort of your home to achieve your training goals.

Let me take the lead in your dog's training so you can relax and enjoy your time with your furry fren to the fullest!

How it works

01.

BOOK A PHONE CONSULT

We’ll jump on a call to discuss your hopes for your pup as well as your current concerns and frustrations. 

02.

IN-PERSON SESSION

I’ll come hang with you and your pup and create a customized training plan that will create pawsitive new behaviors and a happy and relaxed home.

03.

TRAINING PLAN

The training takes place with you and your doggo in your home. I’II work with both of you, teaching you how to better communicate and create the doggo human bond you’ve always wanted.

During your Free PHONE CONSULT WE will:

Discuss your dog's current behavioral issues and bad habits
Identify training goals for your dog
Create a custom training plan to fit your goals, lifestyle & environment

I work on a session by session basis. There is no extended training commitment required. In some cases it may only take 1-2 sessions to turn your dog’s behavior around.

★★★★★

After being discouraged and going from trainer to trainer, I got lucky and found Natalie. She spent over an hour with me over the phone trying to convince me not to take my Doberman back to the shelter, for he had bitten everyone in our family. My wife was in tears, and I was losing hope.

Nowadays, it’s hard to find anyone that takes the time that Natalie has with our family. She has zero ego which is hard to find in the dog training world. Working with dogs is what she is supposed to be doing; it shows naturally, and she is incredible at working with all different types of people. We couldn’t recommend her more!

— Mike, Sasha and ‘Trooper’

EVEN IF:

You’ve tried other trainers
You’ve taken your dog to a vet specialist
You’ve given your dog medication

Don’t give up hope!

Traditional methods can sometimes miss the mark by applying generalized techniques that don’t take your dog's individuality, temperament, and personal history into account.

AT ROCKDOG, We DO THINGS DIFFERENTLY...

My unique approach is rooted in Balanced Training, which recognizes that every dog is as unique as their owner.

I don’t believe in one-size-fits-all solutions; instead, I tailor training to match your dog's unique rhythm, creating a harmonious path towards behavioral improvement.

I have a proven track record of transforming even the toughest cases!

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★★★★★

“Natalie was great with our 4-year-old chihuahua, Bella. As a ‘throwaway’ from a puppy mill, Bella had all the hallmarks of neglect and abuse: detachment, anxiety, and extreme fear of, and aggression towards men and strangers.
With Natalie, Bella was almost instantly a different dog.

— Steve Tucker and ‘Bella’

★★★★★

“It was once so stressful to take Jerry outside, with his excessive barking, pulling, and lack of obedience.

A few sessions with Natalie and you’d think we’d been working with her for years. She helped train Jerry to be far less reactive, but perhaps more importantly she trained my partner and I how to recognize Jerry’s negative tendencies and how to stop them in their tracks.

Now on our walks, and around other dogs, he’s so much more confident, relaxed, and an overall happier dog.

— Hallie Neely and ‘Jerry’

Are you ready to:

Enjoy walking your dog
Take your dog to public places with confidence and ease
Start having people over to your house again
Leave your dog home alone knowing your house and belongings will remain intact
Feel safe around your dog
Finally be free of all your dog-related stress and worry

I want this for you too and I know I can help make it happen!

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