With one older dog and a new puppy we were looking for someone who could help teach the puppy and reinforce commands with the older dog. Brandon did both superbly. He was kind and gentle with both dogs and taught us not only great techniques but a great deal about dogs temperaments and their 'silent language'. I would recommend Brandon to anyone who wishes to have their dog trained or just learn about their dogs unique personality to sustain a true human/canine companionship for life. Thank a million Brandon! read more

Balanced Alpha Dog did an amazing job with our bulldog Gus! He has been difficult to walk for many years to the point it was hard to even go on walks. Brandon helped change all that in a matter of hours/days. Thank you so much for all you have done! read more

So I was looking for a dog walker in my area since I'm at work most of the day and my wife is busy with our newborn and Brandon seemed like a good choice. I decided to have someone walk our dog to make our lives just a little bit easier and thought it would be worth the extra money we would spend. Who knew it would be the biggest mistake I've ever made! I get a call from my wife who's hysterical saying Lucy, our dog, is bleeding at the park. I leave work early and race down to the park to see what's going on. As soon as I arrived I see Lucy laying down with this pitbull barking over her unleashed!!! I tell Brandon what the hell happened and he casually told me the other dog I was walking bit your dog. I said why isn't the dog leashed!!!!?? He then told me he doesn't leash the dogs when he walks them???!!!! Not even pit bulls???theres been coyote sightings in Irvine what if my dog was attacked I was extremely angry but had to go back to Lucy. I immediately picked her up and raced down to the vet. $860 later she ended up needing stitches and she won't be walking anywhere for 4 weeks. This isn't over and I'll be looking to see what other action to take! Wow the nerve!!! It never happened??!!! So my vet bill isn't real and my dog doesn't have stitches. Your unbelievable and beyond words. I'm not resorting to your level. Is that what your lawyer told you to say. Unfortunately for you that lady that was recording everything told me she saw the whole thing so will see how it plays out. I don't care how good of a trainer you think you are the law is the law and my poor Lucy is paying for it. Brandon STOP texting and calling my wife to have me delete this review. It's not happening! Like I told you on the phone if you call or text again Irvine police will be involved read more

Balanced Alpha Dog - My dog Lucy after she was bit by a pit bull that was being walked with her unleashed! - Dog Walkers Near Me

It's sad to see a group of adults harass and attack a dog trainer/lover. Brandon has trained my small maltipoo multiple times along with his pack and I have always had a great experience with training and pack walks. Like most different or new techniques people will disagree, but the dogs Brandon has are in great spirits and caring hands. I have never seen them get aggressive with other people or dogs. Thanks again from me and olive. read more

Balanced Alpha Dog - Olive on a pack walk - Dog Walkers Near Me

Brandon is a wonderful person who knows everything there is to know about dogs. He approaches his training with such a great philosophy. My boyfriend has been friends with Brandon his whole life and he used Brandon's philosophy to teach his pit bull to listen to commands and be able to be off a leash. Brandon has taught to me about how to do this for my Standard Poodle and I have been able to teach my dog how to listen to commands and stay by me without a leash. I believe that dogs should be able to have their freedom but still remember who remains in control and Brandon is a wonderful teacher of this concept. read more

Balanced Alpha Dog - Happy pups listening to commands and getting to be off leash (: - Dog Walkers Near Me

Best dog trainer in town! So glad my boyfriend knew brandon prior to his business! We've been taking our puppy to brandon since he was old enough to go out! I've never had a problem with him nor his dogs, best trained group of dogs I know! I would recommend him to anyone in the Oc area in need of dog training! Best guy for the job!! read more

Brandon has been doing an awesome job training our Sasha. We are learning how to walk without pulling (which is nearly impossible for a husky). He's also boarded her a couple of times and she loves it w him, she gets to play w other dogs and get good walks. I highly recommend him! read more

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Brandon is a life saver. My dog was out of control when I first hired Brandon to help. Now I am able to have him off leash and he listens to every command! Brandon cares so much about the dogs and he really helps you understand what they need. I highly recommend him especially if you need help with your animal like I did. read more

Best dog trainer I know by far! I've known Brandon for years even prior to his dog training business, he's a great guy loves his dogs and puts all his effort into training his dogs. I've had my dog around his dogs since mine was a pup and never had a problem, I've noticed a few people leaving bad reviews and I see where u guys r coming from but also being a stereotype about his dogs is not needed. Pit bulls and the breeds he is dealing with are not aggressive breeds if taught not to be aggressive. I trust his dogs with my life and I know they couldn't hurt a soul. I will forever come to Brandon for my training needs and send anyone that I know that's looking for dog training to him! He's the best of the best! I don't know anyone that trains dogs like this guy does! read more

Brandon definitely deserves five stars plus!! He's been working with me and my two dogs, TJ and Sammy, and they are really making some big changes. I'm enjoying walking along the beach now and not having my dogs constantly barking at other dogs! read more

Rescued some min pins and they were difficult dogs to train I couldn't get I couldn't walk them without them trying to chase anything everything they saw. Among other behavior issues I thought maybe I bit off more than I can chew up to this point only dogs I've had were much bigger breeds so this came as a shock just how different smaller breeds can be. Requires lots of patience and understanding I did not have and taking them back seemed cruel so after contacting Brandon and working with him and my dogs training them off leash was one of the many things we worked on. They are much different dogs. His training style is very balanced and fair and I can confidently take my dogs off leash now.i never would have thought this could happen. Very satisfied with his services. read more

It's funny how some of these reviews come from people who just so happened to be from a group of people who are upset that he walks his dogs in your neighborhood. He has actually helped myself and my pup out and was very professional about the whole process. Recommending a better LEASH than I originally had. WOW must be quite a surprise for most of you ignorant people on here. Actually use his service before you go out and run your mouth. On the other hand. I highly recommend Brandon if you need help with your dog! read more

Brandon has been working with my dog Bailey for about 2 months now. She is a 3-year old large lab mix. Her strength and size made walks difficult because she would pull and even knocked me down several times. My houseguests would get ambushed the minute they walked in my home. The goal for Bailey was to socialize her with other dogs, eliminate jumping on guests and to be able to go on walks without her pulling or knocking me down. Since Brandon's training, Bailey is no longer pulling on walks or jumping on my guests. She also is walking on pack walks which I never thought was a possibility. Don't let Brandon's age fool you. He is extremely knowledgeable and passionate in his field. He offers excellent techniques. Bailey is a much happier girl. Brandon has given Bailey and I a better quality and balanced life. Thank you so much Brandon. read more

Balanced Alpha Dog - Bailey on a pack walk! - Dog Walkers Near Me

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I'm very happy with Brandon's customer service and his knowledge of dogs behavior. He has helped my dog Brody improve socially with other dogs witch wasent an option before. I can tell that Brody is very responsive and in tune with Brandon's training. read more

Brandon is probably the best dog trainer & walker I've ever been with. My dog is a little out of control but once I started taking her to Brandon within a week & a half I started seeing results which really made me happy. You can tell he really loves what he does because he's so passionate for what he does, I can tell he really loves my dog and wants the best for her! The hikes and walks he takes them on are awesome and I wouldn't take my dog to anyone else! Would give 10 stars if I could ! read more

Brandon not only did an amazing job training our Shar Pei puppy but he was a fabulous coach to my husband and myself as well. Chinese Shar Pei's are know for being stubborn and he showed true patience with her. Her nipping has stopped and she is listening much more attentively than before. We were so impressed with Brandon's technique that I would recommend him to anyone who is dealing with a challenging breed. read more

Balanced alpha has been great for my dogs! Brandon has been working with my dog Prim for almost a year now, and he also helped me with my unpredictable foster dog - making him adoptable, balanced and predictable. He is now working with my puppy that we just adopted, and she (Sparrow) now loves Brandon as much as Prim does. Thank you for all of your hard work and dedication to my furry family members. read more

There is something special about Brandon, he truly understands the bond between dogs and people. He taught us how to react and train our dog Bailey. Brandon's philosophy on how dogs behave was eye opening. He really made an impact on Bailey, and our family. I would definitely recommend Brandon to anyone who is interested in dog walking or pet training. read more