SoCal Dog training -– Dog Trainer in Orange County”

We found Vladae after I reached out looking for help with our puppy, Odin, who we plan on becoming a service dog for our autistic son. We weren’t just looking for basic obedience training — we already had some concerns like nipping and barking at other dogs, and wanted to make sure we were on the right path from the start. From our initial consultation, it was clear that Vladae is extremely experienced and incredibly knowledgeable. He laid out exactly what we needed to be doing both inside and outside of the home, explained the importance of structure, consistency, and follow-through, and provided us with effective tools and resources to support Odin’s training. We started working with him when Odin was 6 months old and saw results immediately after the very first session. Now, 7 months in, the transformation has been amazing. We still have a little ways to go due to service dog standards and task training, but in such a short time Vladae has already gotten us far ahead. He’s always available if we have questions or need to adjust something, which we truly appreciate. He’s very straight to the point, doesn’t sugarcoat anything, but genuinely treats his clients like family. Vladae is truly one of the best of the best. If you’re looking for a trainer, you won’t regret it — just be ready to put in the work and, as he says, "trust the process."

I cannot recommend Vladae enough. I have a large 2.5 yr old male newfiedoodle, that had some behavior and hyperactivity issues. I went thru training with Chewie when he was 4-7 months with another professional trainer and even sent him to another board and train program when he was around 10 months. While this training was somewhat helpful, I didn’t realize at the time that not all trainers are created equal. I only realized after meeting Vladae that there’s many levels of mastery when it comes to dog training and Vladae is the best. He knows dog psychology, physical and vocal queues, and the most nuanced training techniques to help any dog and their owner. It’s truly amazing the level of detail he provided me to know what to do with Chewie everyday and how to handle tough situations. I feel so much more confident as a dog owner now. If you have a dog of any age and want to be the best canine leader you can be, I’d recommend Vladae.

I followed Vladae on Instagram for over a year before I finally reached out to him. After spending so much money on other training, I really wanted the results I saw him achieve. Our lifestyle involves some travel and being out and about, so we need a well behaved dog. What Vladae does is train the owner. You have to be prepared to put in the time and effort, but it has really paid off. Our dog LOVES when we spend time doing the daily training exercises. He loves going places with us and when he can be leash free. He seems like a happier dog who has more focus on us. It really is true that your dog needs you to be the leader. Besides the training sessions, Vladae is always responsive to our texts when we have questions or issues and will jump on a call to discuss.

Vlaude was referred to me by a friend and he changed my life and my dogs! He truly is remarkable and my dog is so happy to see him every single time! And is so well behaved! When I watch his posts my Dakota will hear his voice and tries to find him which is so cute!

I rescued my Belgian Malinois, Akira, at just two months old. She had a strong personality from the start and was showing fearful and snappy behavior toward strangers. I knew I needed guidance, not just for her, but for our whole family. I asked my neighbor who trained his German Shepherds, and he told me about his experience working with Vladae years ago. It was exactly what we needed. Looking back now, I'm so glad I started working with Vladae on in person puppy training with my puppy at 12 weeks old age. The process wasn't always easy, but we went through every stage together--puppy challenges, basic training, socialization, and later adult training. Over time, Akira transformed into a calm, well-balanced, loving dog that I can take pretty much anywhere. She's confident around people, great with my kids, and handles new environments without stress. One of the moments that really confirmed how far she'd come happened at a community event in Tustin. Some police officers who work closely with this breed noticed her and stopped to talk to us. They told me they were genuinely impressed with her obedience and her gentle personality. Hearing that from people who know Malinois breed so well, meant a lot to me. I'm genuinely grateful for all the help and support we received from Vladae. It made a huge difference for our family. I'm sharing some videos too--she was about eight months old in those clips--just to show the progress we experienced firsthand.

Working with Vladae was truly life-changing — not just for my dogs, but for me as a dog owner. I had two Jack Russell Terriers, and as anyone familiar with the breed knows, they are intelligent, intense, driven, and not always easy. One of mine became extremely reactive and began attacking my female Jack Russell. As she got older, she started fighting back, and the situation escalated. It not only created tension in my home but also damaged her trust in other dogs and people. I felt overwhelmed and unsure how to fix something that had grown so serious. Enter Vladae — the Russian Dog Wizard. What sets Vladae apart is that he doesn’t just "train dogs." He trains people. The real transformation wasn’t just in my Jack Russells — it was in me. He empowered me with the knowledge, structure, timing, and leadership skills I needed. He explained dog psychology in a way that made sense. He showed me how to communicate clearly, how to establish calm authority, and how to create consistency that my dogs could rely on. The reactivity and fighting between my two Jack Russells were brought under control in a structured, humane, and effective way. Over time, the tension decreased, the trust slowly rebuilt, and peace returned to my home. Even more impressive — with patience and proper integration techniques, he helped us successfully add more dog and even cat family members into our household. What once felt impossible became manageable and then enjoyable again Vladae doesn’t rely on gimmicks. He relies on deep understanding, experience, and an ability to read dogs with incredible accuracy. He sees things most people miss. His guidance is clear, firm, and compassionate — for both dogs and owners. I am beyond grateful for what he helped us achieve

If you are like me you don't read long reviews- so I will get right to the point with my experience for my 2.5 year old goldendoodle's (Milo) training: 1- Vladae has a proven system but also gives an individualized plan. MIlo was taught Vladae's system of off-leash skills, no barking, no jumping (and many other skills) but Vladae also identified that Milo was great around people but nervous/anxious in public and around other dogs. So Vladae taught him the proper social skills, arranged for dog pack walking and even hosts a weekly meet-up with his past clients to continue to work on Milo's socialization. No other trainer is doing this. 2- Vladae is the most knowledgeable person about dogs I've ever met. He tells you exactly what you need from food, toys, treats, equipment, etc. and he can assess your dog's behavioral issues like no one else- the knowledge and detail is amazing. 3- Vladae teaches the owner more than the dog- everything from your posture, stance, walking gait, tone of voice, inflection, hand signals, holding leash, how to play and so much more. He will give you all the tools for success. 4- Vladae treats you like family. He is always available by phone/text for any questions. He continues to check on you and sends helpful videos and training tips. He provides follow-up appointment without charge. We will be using him for boarding when we take trips and for any future new doggy additions to our home.