Helping puppies, adolescent dogs, and reactive dogs become confident, happy companions

Whether you're raising a new puppy, navigating the challenges of adolescence, or struggling with leash reactivity, I provide personalized training programs that build lasting communication, confidence, and trust between you and your dog.

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WHO WE HELP

Life with your dog should be enjoyable.

Not stressful.

Training isn't just about teaching commands.

It's about helping you feel confident walking your dog, welcoming guests into your home, relaxing at a coffee shop, or simply enjoying everyday life together.

Whether your goal is raising a well-rounded puppy or working through more challenging behaviors, every program is designed around practical skills that fit naturally into your lifestyle.

core services

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    Private Training Sessions

    Best suited for dogs with minor issues or owners who want guidance and coaching.

    If your dog is dealing with more significant behavior challenges, a structured program will be a better fit.

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    Daily Training

    This is the fastest, most effective way to create real change in your dog’s behavior—without sending them away.

    Your dog is trained multiple times per week in real-life environments like your neighborhood, busy sidewalks, and public spaces. This isn’t just obedience—it’s practical, everyday reliability.

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    Various Group Programs

    Build confidence and skills in a safe, structured environment. Our group programs help reinforce training around every day distractions with expert guidance.

    ✨ new offerings CGC, STAR Puppy, Neutral Skills, Advanced Reactive Dog & Public Access Program and Reactive Dog Foundations programs. ✨

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    Day Train

    A training-focused alternative to traditional daycare. Day Train combines professional training, enrichment, socialization, confidence building, and skill development tailored to your dog's goals.

  • Training Stay Program

    Exclusive overnight training opportunities available to approved training clients and puppies looking to maintain, reinforce, or advance existing skills in a structured home environment.

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why The Noble Dog Trainer?

Not every dog or owner needs the same approach.

That's why I focus on personalized training rather than one size fits all programs.

My goal isn't to teach your dog commands.

It's to help you understand why your dog behaves the way they do so you can make confident decisions for the long term.

Every program emphasizes:

  • Clear communication

  • Practical skills for everyday life

  • Owner education

  • Long-term success

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Noble changed everything….

Like many owners, I thought love alone would solve every problem.

It didn't.

Living with Noble taught me that behavior is influenced by genetics, early development, environment, and communication—not simply obedience.

That experience completely changed how I approach training today.

Now my mission is helping owners better understand their dogs so they can build lasting relationships based on trust, clarity, and realistic expectations.

Let's build a training plan that's right for your dog.

Every dog is different.

That's why every client starts with a conversation.

Whether you're preparing for life with a new puppy or looking for help with more challenging behaviors, I'd love to learn more about your goals.

let's connect!
Puppy training in Palos Verdes

  • I’m so glad I started training and working with Courtney! Her Reactive Dog Foundation Class has been incredibly helpful and really allowed my dog and me to reconnect. Our daily walks, coffee outings, and little adventures together have become so much less stressful. Within just a few classes, I already noticed a huge difference in my dog’s ability to redirect and stay regulated in overwhelming environments. I also started taking Courtney’s Urban Dog Course, and I’ve seen so much improvement in my dog’s ability to relax and settle in public without sudden outbursts. Working with Courtney has truly been a game changer for both me and my pup. Her pricing is also very reasonable, and on top of the training itself, her classes have created such a great sense of community. It’s been a wonderful way to meet other dog parents and make new friends along the way. I couldn’t recommend her enough!

    Dorothy & Izzy

  • Courtney has helped me with my girl Olive SO much in just a few short sessions. You can def tell she knows what shes talking about and I never felt like she's tried to upsell me on anything I didn't need which is refreshing these days. I think she really cares about all the dogs she trains and I'd trust her with my dog any day

    Rachel & Olive

  • Courtney is incredibly patient and knowledgeable, and I truly appreciate how trusting she is—especially with my fur boy, which is so hard to find these days when boarding or training your dog. She understands that every dog is unique and creates a personalized plan based on your specific goals. What I love most is that she sets realistic expectations and never gives false promises or unrealistic hopes. Her honesty is refreshing and exactly what I needed. Thanks to her, Click has been making great progress, and I feel more confident using the tools because of her guidance. Highly recommend Courtney to anyone serious about their dog’s success! 🐾🙌

    Maria & Click

  • I can’t recommend Courtney enough. My dog has an extremely high prey drive and is also reactive. Our training had really plateaued; we were better than when we started, but we were not progressing after over a year of consistent positive reinforcement with multiple classes and trainers, and we were certainly not where I wanted us to be. A more balanced approach is exactly what we needed to take it to the next level. I had been researching ecollars for months before taking the plunge with a trainer, and I’m so glad I did. My girl is thriving thanks to all that Courtney has taught us. If you’re stuck in the “management cycle” like I was, my recommendation is to do your research with Courtney as your guide! She will take the time to get to know your individual dog and go at THEIR pace, as well as teach you (the human!) how to PROPERLY use tools to achieve a better relationship with your dog. Freyja and I have never been better 💕

    Kirsten & Freyja

  • Courtney is truly amazing! Between her group classes and our 1x1 sessions, she’s helped my dog Charley so much with her reactivity, e-collar training and improving her overall behavior. Courtney’s calm, confident approach made a huge difference, and she always takes the time to explain everything clearly. I’ve seen such a positive change in Charley’s behavior and in my own confidence as a dog owner. If you’re looking for someone knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely passionate about dogs, Courtney is the one!

    Mercedes & Charley

  • When we first came to Courtney we had an extremely fearful puppy who really struggled with being outside of the house, around strangers, and especially around other dogs. Courtney has been able to teach me how to be in tune with my pup, recognize her triggers, and manage them, allowing us to build a stronger relationship where she is more confident and trusting. Courtney is amazing at explaining dog psychology and behavior! I always learn so much from her and look forward to our sessions. Highly recommend

    Lucy & Muffy

  • I’m so glad to have found Courtney! I found her at a point in my life where I was overwhelmed, stressed, and honestly, really sad about the way my dog’s training was going (or rather, not going). Within one session with Courtney, there was a huge difference in how my dog walked (she was a major puller), and how I handled her. We have learned so much, I feel like I have gotten my life back, and my relationship with my dog is so much stronger. HIGHLY recommended!!

    Mindy & Harlow

  • Courtney was exceptional and knowledgeable. We can enjoy our dog so much more because he is now so much happier and better behaved. We had no idea how bored and frustrated he was and needed to be mentally stimulated, so Courtney showed us tricks and did some training and now he’s a new dog! Defining would recommend.

    William & Olaf

  • Working with Courtney has been a game-changer in training our hyper-active Aussie, Leia, to become a more calmer, happier dog. Leia is such a sweet dog, but was very leash reactive whenever she was over-excited. Courtney taught us that we needed more structure during our walks, and at our home. With 2 weeks of consistent e collar training with Courtney, Leia was able to relax on “place,” and was finally walking around our neighborhood in peace. Courtney has helped strengthen our relationship with our dog, and I can see that Leia is a lot more happier and relaxed. Thank you so much Courtney for helping us!

    Diana & Leia

  • I adopted my dog, Marty, from the Carson Animal Shelter and immediately realized he was reactive toward dogs and people. I worked with several trainers, but once we met Courtney, we knew she was the perfect fit for us! It’s only been a few weeks, and I’ve already seen so much progress. We went from barking and screaming at every single thing that moved to just whining briefly and then continuing our walk. It used to be extremely stressful to walk Marty, but now I feel so much more confident and know how to set boundaries. Courtney is incredibly communicative and patient, which has made such a difference in learning how to manage Marty’s reactivity. She truly loves the dogs she works with, and you can tell how dedicated and supportive she is. I also love that so many of her clients are women—it made me feel even more comfortable from the start. I genuinely recommend Courtney if you’re looking for any type of dog training. She is incredibly knowledgeable, supportive, and helpful! Thank you, Courtney! :)

    Itzela & Marty

  • Courtney is the best dog trainer I have had the pleasure of working with. I trust her with my dogs immensely! In fact she’s one of the few people I do trust to take care of and watch my dogs! Not only have we built a great working relationship we have also built a wonderful friendship. She is so knowledgeable and very attentive. She is willing to think outside of the box when things may not be working. She truly understands that no dog is the same and all training needs to be tailored to a specific dog and what works for them and their owners. She is the best and I recommend her 100% to anyone who is willing to work to help their dogs grow and wants to build their personal relationship with their dogs. If you want to be educated on dog behavior she is your girl! She is also very knowledgeable on dog genetics and temperaments and what goes into a great breeder if you are looking to add to your family and want to make a knowledgeable choice!

    Ashley & Kida & Milo