Dog Training. Human Learning.
Stop Wasting Time on Obedience Classes
S.I.T. won’t fix barking, lunging, or doorbell meltdowns.
We teach real-life skills that build calm, confidence, and connection between you and your dog - because lasting behavior change starts with understanding your dog, not adding more commands.
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Training Packages start at $495 for new puppies, $695 for dogs
Why You Won’t Find Group Obedience Classes Here
Most dogs who struggle in the real world don’t need more obedience — they need calm, confidence, and clarity.
Beginning group classes often create the opposite:
Too much noise
Too much pressure
Too much overwhelm and distraction
When dogs are anxious, over-aroused, or unsure, their brains simply can’t process new information. What looks like “not listening” is usually a stress response.
Whether it’s one-on-one or a small, semi-private class, we focus on helping dogs and humans adapt to real life — not just perform obedience cues — so everyone feels safe, seen, and ready to learn at their own pace.
We start where real learning happens — at home, in your everyday life — so both you and your dog can focus, connect, and make lasting progress.
What we ask of our dogs has
changed significantly
We ask so much more of our dogs today than simply being a backyard buddy. Since what we expect of our dog has changed, we must change our approach to dog training.
Casa Luna Canines is your partner in dog behavior training that starts with understanding, not control. Instead of trying to “fix” behaviors, we look at why it’s happening in the first place. Today’s dogs live in a world of constant stimulation — doorbells, traffic, visitors, long absences and public life. When stress builds, behaviors like barking, lunging, or shutting down are your dog’s way of saying, “I can’t handle this yet.”
We help both you and your dog develop the skills to navigate real-life, not just perform on cue.
Do you ever think “I’m failing as a dog owner”?
Do you find yourself saying “My dog…
…is reactive
Are you exhausted having your dog pull you around when on leash? Do they bark at other dogs or people or cars or pretty much anything in the environment?
…is aggressive
Does your dog have moments where he becomes aggressive towards other dogs or people, and it’s difficult to predict when it might happen?
…is destructive
Are you constantly buying new shoes, replacing pillows and blankets, and everything else your dog chews up? Has your once pristine garden been turned into a series of holes?
…gets into trouble
Does your dog bark excessively at every little thing like he’s the neighborhood watchdog? Does she pull on leash, jump on guests, counter surf, get into the garbage, or “accidentally” go potty in the house…more than one of these?
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It’s important to know, you’re not failing! And neither is your dog.
Behaviors like reactivity, destruction, or withdrawal are often rooted in fear, frustration, or unmet emotional needs — not disobedience. When we reframe these behaviors as communication instead of defiance, everything changes.
It’s time to turn chaos to calm.
When you understand your dog, everyday life gets easier
Have the buddy of your dreams
Enjoy taking your dog on new adventures and participating in all kinds of activities where he knows you will keep him safe and happy.
Worry-free behavior
Give your dog the skills and experience to be calm, confident, and connected in any situation.
Sense of pride and accomplishment
Your dog looks to you for guidance and responds promptly to your directions.
What Clients are saying
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RASCAL
Heather has taught us the necessary techniques to correct Rascal’s negatively-reactive behavior around people and other dogs. Her positive, supportive approach makes training fun. Thanks to her, Rascal is now calmer and less fearful in new situations.
— Renee Jolivette and Skip Hendricks
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SIERRA
Thank you!! We just got back from our walk and she did amazing in and out of the house, and the gate! She stayed inside the open gate until we told her she could go. She’s doing so great! We are grateful for you!!
— Michelle Freschi and Brandon Smith
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JACK
We were having training issues with our pup. We took two other dog training courses with two different trainers and were so disappointed. We luckily found Heather with Casa Luna Canines through a referral and what a difference she has made!
We have taken one group class with Heather and a package of training sessions, and we are so happy with the results. She is so knowledgeable and loves what she does. She not only loves dogs but trains both the dog and the dog owner!
— Lori Cavenaugh
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SANDY
Casa Luna canines helped me last year with training procedures for a very large over active Tervuren puppy. Heather Furby knows dogs & is wonderful with all breeds!!!
— Penelope Curtis
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GRIZZ
DescriptionI'm seriously SO lucky to have found Heather to help pet sit my dog, Grizz. She is such an amazing person who really cares about her clients and always has your animal's care as her top priority…Her background in dog training is really beneficial since Grizz has some behavioral issues. I was able to check out her place before Grizz's first stay there, and let me tell you, Heather’s property is like heaven on Earth for a dog. There are lots of dog runs for the pups to play around in, and the whole property provides good shade so I never have to worry about Grizz overheating since he's got a lot of fur. As long as I'm living in the Grass Valley area, Heather will always be my go-to sitter!
— Zachariah Fissel
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THEO
I took my rescue dog to Casa Luna Canines for a CGC class and we both had a great experience! Heather is focused on developing the relationship you have with your dog and not just teaching simple commands, so that both owner and dog develop trusting relationship which makes it easy to develop the skills needed by both to continue to learn and grow.
— Gayle Baker and Eric Meinke
The Best gift you can give your dog
(and yourself) is to help them become…
Calm.
Learning begins when the nervous system settles.
When your dog can regulate their emotions instead of spending their days worried about what’s good, bad or important, then focus and curiosity start to return. Rest becomes possible, and calm becomes the foundation for every good habit.
Confident.
Confidence grows through success and choice.
A confident dog knows that new and unfamiliar experiences are part of life, not something to fear. When a reactive or anxious dog feels safe, reactivity fades into curiosity, and curiosity builds trust. That’s when real progress begins and you can start going out and about to explore the world together.
Connected.
Real connection comes from understanding, not control.
When you and your dog are calm and confident, connection happens naturally. Remember the dream you had when you got your dog? It’s still possible — and we’ll help you get there.