Certified Training & Behavior Support
Gentle Guidance. Real Results. Tailored for Your Pet’s Needs.
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Fear-Free, Positive Training That Builds Trust
At Pet Sitting 4 Comfort® (PS4C), we believe training should build confidence—not fear. Whether you're teaching a puppy new manners or helping a cat feel safe at home, our approach is gentle, effective, and tailored to your pet’s personality.
We focus on compassionate behavior support for dogs and cats—including seniors, rescues, and those with anxiety or special needs.
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Meet Your Trainer
Steve San Miguel, Co-Founder of PS4C
Certified in both dog and cat training, Steve brings over a decade of hands-on experience.
Credentials:
✔ Animal Behavior College Certified Dog Trainer (ABCDT)
✔ Animal Behavior College Certified Cat Trainer (ABCCCT)
✔ Fear Free Certified® Pet Professional
✔ Pet First Aid & CPR – PetTech® Certified
✔ Trained in Positive Reinforcement & Clicker Training (Karen Pryor–inspired methods)
Steve specializes in low-stress, reward-based training and behavior modification for sensitive or shy pets. He also reinforces consistency across training and pet sitting visits.
Dog & Puppy Training Services
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Sit, stay, down, come
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Loose leash walking & polite greetings
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Crate training & potty routines
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Redirection of chewing, jumping, or mouthing
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Leash reactivity, fear-based behaviors
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Confidence-building plans & enrichment
Cat Behavior Support
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Litter box issues or spraying
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Overstimulation or play aggression
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Cat-to-cat or cat-to-dog introductions
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Training games & enrichment strategies
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Clicker training for cats (yes—it works!)
Why Our Methods Work
We follow Fear Free®, force-free, and positive reinforcement standards.
That means:
✔ No prong, shock, or dominance tools
✔ Customized training plans based on your pet’s comfort
✔ Step-by-step summaries after each session
✔ Reinforcement of training during regular pet sitting visits (when applicable)
We train at your pet’s pace—always prioritizing trust and emotional well-being.
FAQs
How do I request training?
Message us in the Time To Pet portal after becoming an active client. We’ll schedule training as either:
• A stand-alone session
• A visit upgrade alongside pet sitting
Can you help with aggression?
We support fear-based reactivity and behavior challenges. For cases involving bite history or severe aggression, we may refer you to a veterinary behaviorist.
Continued Learning Resources
We align with industry leaders in science-backed training:
Explore more via our Pet Parent Resources page.
Ready to Get Started?
Your pet deserves patient, compassionate training—backed by certification and real-world experience.
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