The Grounded Hound Canine Coaching - Puppy Dog Trainer - Santa Ana, CA
If your dog is upset when left alone and suffers from separation related behaviors, please contact me. We can help your dog learn how to be comfortable when left alone. You can stop the frustration, guilt, and hardship that can happen when you your dog suffers from separation anxiety behaviors.
Positive, Reward Based Training for Your Dog. Training services for manners and behavior concerns in the home or on the road. Includes:
Private Training designed to work with your schedule.
Puppy Training.
Jumping, Digging, Chewing, Barking,
Housetraining, Fearfulness, Shyness, Reactivity.
I am a Certified Dog Trainer and have earned the Certification in Training and Counseling (CTC) from the renowned The Academy for Dog Trainers, and Certified Dog Tainer (ABCDT) through the Animal Behavior College
I am a Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer (CSAT) and Separation Anxiety Pro Trainer (SAPro).
I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management from the University of Phoenix. My dog training education includes courses in nutrition, diet, first aid, CPR, shelter dog training, working with reactive dogs and multiple professional animal behavior seminars.
Patience, Kindness, Consistency. These are three simple key human behaviors needed to build an unbreakable bridge of understanding between you and your pet.
Fear, Pain and Force Free Training.
Give me a call and let's make change happen. You can book me right on Petworks. Thanks!
Maureen Derseweh
The Grounded Hound Canine Coaching
- Certified
- Online Sessions
How do you serve precious pets?
- Dog Trainer
- Private Dog Training
- Animal Behaviorist
- Puppy Trainer
- Dog Obedience Training
- K9 Training
- Dog Behaviorist
What training tools do you use?
- Barriers
- Clicker
- Front-clip Harness
- Leash
- Long Line
- Martingale Collar
- Praise/Affection
- Toys
- Treats
Which training type do you employ to encourage paw-sitive behaviors?
- Dog Obedience Training
- Pet Behavior Modification
What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?
- Dogs
Pet Certifications
- Animal Behavior College Certified Dog Trainer (ABCDT)
- Certificate in Training and Counseling (CTC)
- Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer (CSAT)
Proud member of...
- Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT)
Which part of the country do you serve pets?
Separation Anxiety Training via virtual consultations and locally including Orange County CA, Anaheim, Irvine, Huntington Beach, Garden Grove, Orange, Fullerton, Costa Mesa, Tustin, Westminster, Fountain Valley, Buena Park, Mission Viejo, Lake Forest, Newport Beach California
What year did you begin serving pets?
2013
SERVICE AREA: Any distance, including Separation Anxiety Training via virtual consultations and locally including Orange County CA, Anaheim, Irvine, Huntington Beach, Garden Grove, Orange, Fullerton, Costa Mesa, Tustin, Westminster, Fountain Valley, Buena Park, Mission Viejo, Lake Forest, Newport Beach California
Distinction
How do you serve precious pets?
- Dog Trainer
- Private Dog Training
- Animal Behaviorist
- Puppy Trainer
- Dog Obedience Training
- K9 Training
- Dog Behaviorist
What training tools do you use?
- Barriers
- Clicker
- Front-clip Harness
- Leash
- Long Line
- Martingale Collar
- Praise/Affection
- Toys
- Treats
Which training type do you employ to encourage paw-sitive behaviors?
- Dog Obedience Training
- Pet Behavior Modification
What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?
- Dogs
Pet Certifications
- Animal Behavior College Certified Dog Trainer (ABCDT)
- Certificate in Training and Counseling (CTC)
- Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer (CSAT)
Proud member of...
- Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT)
Which part of the country do you serve pets?
Separation Anxiety Training via virtual consultations and locally including Orange County CA, Anaheim, Irvine, Huntington Beach, Garden Grove, Orange, Fullerton, Costa Mesa, Tustin, Westminster, Fountain Valley, Buena Park, Mission Viejo, Lake Forest, Newport Beach California
What year did you begin serving pets?
2013
🦔 About Maureen Derseweh — Certified Dog Trainer in Santa Ana, California
Maureen Derseweh is a certified dog trainer serving Santa Ana, Orange County, and surrounding areas including Los Angeles, Long Beach, Anaheim, Irvine, Riverside, San Bernardino, Huntington Beach, Pasadena, Glendale, Chula Vista, dedicated to helping dogs and their families build lasting, trusting relationships. Using positive, science-based methods tailored to each dog's age, temperament, and specific challenges, Maureen makes training effective, enjoyable, and built to last.
❤️ The best dog trainers don't just train dogs — they teach you how to communicate with yours. Maureen brings that philosophy to every session, working alongside you and your dog to build trust, consistency, and real, lasting results.
What Maureen Can Help With
Obedience & manners — reliable commands and respectful behavior at home and in public. Leash & walking confidence — ending pulling, lunging, and stress on walks. Behavior modification — addressing reactivity, anxiety, fear, and aggression. New dog foundations — building good habits and confidence from the start.
Why Book Maureen on PetWorks?
Verified, certified professional with credentials you can trust. Personalized one-on-one sessions — in-home, mobile, or on-site. Force-free, positive reinforcement methods that are humane and proven. A judgment-free approach focused on the wellbeing of both you and your dog. Backed by real reviews from pet parents across Orange County and Los Angeles, Long Beach, Anaheim, Irvine, Riverside, San Bernardino, Huntington Beach, Pasadena, Glendale, Chula Vista.
How Booking Maureen on PetWorks Works
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