The Trainers

Anthony

I’m Anthony Sorosky, owner and founder of Montecito Dog Inc. I grew up roaming the hills and beaches of Goleta and Santa Barbara back when there were no leash laws. My dog just ran freely as I biked. I wasn’t the one looking for him, he was the one making sure not to be left behind. Fast forward, now I am here in Montecito spending my days with the best kept dogs, these privileged pups. My first lesson on the beach is still asking my people to stop following their dog and let their dog follow them. The best thing you can do on the beach is to have your dog “think” that he has lost you.

I was introduced to the dog business as a trainer at Camp Canine, my family’s business. I am eternally grateful for everything I learned there and endlessly blessed to be able to make my living here on the beautiful beaches and within the refined foothills of Montecito.

I have no credentials, I have no degree and I am not a trained behaviorist but through the years I have trained thousands of dogs and their people. What I do have to offer you and your dog is my experience, my insight, my caring heart and my successful results. On these I have built my career. My reputation in the community speaks for itself. Please, ask around.

Many of my thoughts, ideas, and techniques originate from outside experiences accumulated over a lifetime of great trainers sharing ideas. I have complied and modified their wisdom to create my own unique training style. I think you will find that it is unlike any other. To everyone who has had an impact on where I am today, I owe a great debt and gratitude.

Devon

Hi! I’m Devon MacLeod, Anthony’s training apprentice here at Montecito Dog. My parents always knew I would have a career with dogs, although I was thinking more like giraffes or elephants. My parents, and destiny, proved to know better when I met Anthony shortly after graduating from UCSB.

Now each day is full of challenges both for the dogs that we work with and for me. In every adventure along Cold Springs trail, in the ocean at Butterfly Beach or wrangling 10 dogs along the Santa Ynez River, I am honing my skills.

I am a trainer and a dog handler and a cross species communicator. I am constantly seeing and learning something new with Anthony as he works his magic.

Note from Anthony: I am daily amazed at Devon’s composure and her competence around our dogs. She just has a way of solving any dilemma, keeping the dogs safe and orderly. I am so blessed to have her on my team and you will be too.

Our Take On Training…

There are a number of popular training styles and each has its own lingo. All positive reinforcement, impulse control, clicker training or balance method are a few common ones you may have heard of. Some trainers come with lots of phrases like “always” do this or “never” do that and lose you in the endless training equipment that you need to make a difference. We believe there are only two tools needed when training your dog. One, clear communication between you and the trainer; Two, your willingness to learn how to communicate clearly with your dog. These are the two key components you’ll need to succeed.

Whatever training task you have in mind, as simple as getting in and out of your car or as complex as playing pool (literally!) I will work with you to build the relationship you need to live cohesively with your dog.

Contact Us

In order to meet the needs of our current clients, we are unable to take on new projects at this time.

If you are here by referral or you think you have a special case please fill out the contact form. Leave a detailed description of your issue and who referred you.

If there is an emergency call or text Anthony’s cell phone.

info@montecitodog.com
(805) 680-5742