Dog Training & Behavioral Services

“We love Suzanne and are so grateful for her support! We adopted a young, spirited male Newfoundland who came to us in need of training and loads of TLC. Truthfully, in spite of having lots of experience with dogs, we were a bit overwhelmed by his needs.

“On the recommendation of a friend, we contacted Suzanne who immediately helped us to understand and correct our dog’s behavior. Suzanne was patient with all of us, extremely responsive and supportive providing crucial guidance as we adjusted to life with our new fuzzy love.

“Forever grateful!”

Jeri Vick and Kona

“I’ve known Suzanne for years, so when I decided to adopt a puppy, she was the only person I called. Knowing my personality, Suzanne made some great suggestions on breeds and temperaments. Then I fell in love with a rescue I named Nikki. Nikki was a handful (and not one of Suzanne’s recommended breeds – what can I say!).

“But Suzanne fell in love with Nikki and provided insight into her temperament as well as valuable training instruction. As most dog trainers will tell you – it’s usually harder to train the owner and that was indeed the case! Suzanne’s tenacity and patience with me paid off — as a first-time dog owner, I was making a lot of classic mistakes. Suzanne then turned her training skills on Nikki and Nikki responded beautifully. My changed behavior helped reinforce correct behaviors for Nikki, making her a more secure and confident dog. Suzanne always checks in to be sure we are on track! Suzanne is more than a trainer — she’s a true support system. I strongly recommend Suzanne and her services for those needing dog (or dog parent) training!”

Bobbie Wasserman and Nikki

“I had the privilege of meeting Suzanne about 15 years ago when she was the owner of doggie daycare. She was always friendly and willing to listen to the problems that I was having with my boxer pitbull mix. My dog was very aggressive with other dogs so I asked Suzanne if she could help me with this problem, she smiled and said yes I will help you train your dog.

“Suzanne worked with a few different techniques on several occasions and the problem was solved. Suzanne is like the dog whisperer in her own way, dogs always seem to take a liking to her as well as people, I know I can call Suzanne anytime and ask her any pet question and she’ll know the right answer, I have complete trust in her abilities no matter what.”

Ledean S. and Lexi

“I am writing this is because of a situation when I knew I needed to call in the big guns! I had been working with a regular client of mine who happens to be an 85-pound pit bull named “Smudge”. I decided I needed to put him on a treadmill because he needed some energy depletion, i.e. the walks weren’t cutting it. Now, I have done the treadmill exercises with other dogs and other dogs like him before. But for some reason this time I couldn’t do it. So I decided to call in the expert Suzanne, aka Canine Path. Although it was a team effort, if it hadn’t been for Suzanne and her ideas of how to do it, it may have not gotten done! She is thorough, determined and has a heart of gold. Smudge and I will be forever grateful for her knowledge and her enthusiastic know how!”

Allegra Albertson and Smudge

“We are so fortunate to have Suzanne in our lives! She has been a lifesaver in helping us with our sweet, golden retriever rescue, Jake who came to us with boatloads of fear and anxiety.

Suzanne is very patient and took the time to build trust with Jake before asking him to do anything. She is all about encouragement and positive reinforcement.

Suzanne is also an amazing coach for owners! She gives clear instructions and explanations and models each step. When I first met her, I was struggling with trying to walk Jake. He was pulling on the leash and not following my lead. When he saw other dogs, he would growl, jump up, spin, and try to run away. Suzanne went to work immediately and turned Jake’s walks into a safe, pleasant experience for both of us.

Suzanne is very dedicated and gives 110% of herself. She does what it takes to help her clients. She even met Jake at our groomer and observed how he interacted with the other dogs in a pack-like environment. She worked with Jake and the other dogs and answered the groomer’s questions about Jake’s behavior and how to help him be successful there. Working with Suzanne has been an absolute pleasure, and I highly recommend her as a trainer and coach.”

Pam Murray, Jake and Family

“I’ve owned a dog walking franchise in Los Angeles for 10 years and also have pups of my own. I’ve referred many clients to Suzanne over the years, and she can handle them all. She’s experienced with large and small breeds, puppies, and seniors. She’s trained dogs out of bad habits like pulling on their leash during walks, lunging at passing cars, being possessive over toys and/or food, excessive barking, and destructive behavior associated with separation anxiety and so much more. She has been working with dogs for so long it is truly second nature to her.

I will continue to refer client and friends to her as she does an excellent job and it’s obvious she loves the doggies.”

Christy Jackson

“I’ve owned a dog walking franchise in Los Angeles for 10 years and also have pups of my own. I’ve referred many clients to Suzanne over the years, and she can handle them all. She’s experienced with large and small breeds, puppies, and seniors. She’s trained dogs out of bad habits like pulling on their leash during walks, lunging at passing cars, being possessive over toys and/or food, excessive barking, and destructive behavior associated with separation anxiety and so much more. She has been working with dogs for so long it is truly second nature to her.

I will continue to refer client and friends to her as she does an excellent job and it’s obvious she loves the doggies.”

Angi Marie

“Even though my dog Oliver was more than a year old, he was still a puppy at heart. Unfortunately, that included all the unbridled energy, and mischievousness one might expect from a puppy. It had been years since I had an untrained bundle of a busy, goofy puppy and I needed help. Suzanne came to the rescue. She helped guide us from willful and naughty, to having a happy, well adjusted, and trained companion.

Suzanne made a plan that fit my goals. She quickly went to work teaching me how to effectively train my dog, and have fun in the process. Suzanne gives a seminar called Avoiding Negative Encounters with Dogs. It was invaluable.

Suzanne taught me how to better understand my own dog’s reactions, but also how to evaluate unexpected situations, and recognize when our dogs are uncomfortable, feel threatened and need us to create a safe environment. Thanks to Suzanne my dog, while still a puppy at heart, is an even better companion, who enjoys meeting other dogs without pulling and barking, and is no longer chewing up the house. Suzanne is amazing!”

Sharon Bounds, Oliver and family

“It’s fair to say Suzanne and her incredible staff saved our lives. With dogs fighting and what had become an unsafe environment, Suzanne gave us and our pups back the peaceful, fun and happy environment we had once enjoyed.

Her deep understanding of their “language” and loving approach to our pups/babies not only taught them to get along again. But, Suzanne gave us the tools to work with our dogs from them on. We have had many dogs since we first met Suzanne and have been able to carry forward the training tools she instilled in us to give all our dogs a happy, full, obedient life so they can enjoy all the adventures like brings us

Thank you, Suzanne! We will be forever grateful for all you taught us!”

Ashlee Levitch, Deliah, Mooshu, and our dog family

“Suzanne is a brilliant dog trainer and a wonderful human.

We’ve had five Newfoundlands and Suzanne has helped us in different ways with all of them. I constantly refer my friends who adopt dogs to Suzanne and they all are so happy to have found her. Suzanne’s guidance has helped our whole family be great dog owners.

I love that when she visits the dogs she gets on the ground with them and truly loves on them! She has a great connection with animals and we are so grateful to have her in our corner!”

Debbie Goldberg and Family

“There are dog trainers, then there is Suzanne. I brought my first boxer, Frazier, to Suzanne when he was about 4 years old. Through Suzanne’s patience and knowledge, she was able to teach me and husband how to calm a very active strong dog. Suzanne worked with my husband and to desensitize Frazier to welcome a new baby. Fast forward a few years later…my family and I moved to Florida and lost our Frazier. We decided to rescue another boxer, Yukon. Suzanne was still with us providing guidance to ensure we once again had a well-behaved boxer Yukon. Fast forward to the present…we lost Yukon and decided to get another boxer, this time a puppy who was leash aggressive. I quickly called Suzanne all the way from Florida for advice…we found the right leads and now I can walk my dog. When you become a client of Suzanne’s you become a client for life.”

Phyllis Pinion and Family