LOMA Behavior and Training

LOMA Behavior and Training Ready to stop feeling frustrated by your pet's behavior and bring peace back to your home? We're here to help. We have been in your shoes. So do we.

No E-collars here, just kind, effective training for your dog or cat from our unique team of expert, credentialed professionals. Our professionals treat many complex behavior issues with compassion. We treat you and your pets with kindness and understanding. We know that if you are contacting us now, you are struggling with your pet’s behavior and you want the best for your pet. We are trained in

the most caring, force free and practical methods to help your pet without creating fear. We specialize in transforming your life with your pet to bring peace to your home. LOMA behavior professionals treat many complex behavior issues, from puppy socialization to growling and biting. LOMA professionals are certified by the most reputable organizations in the field. They can train your dog whether your puppy is attacking your ankles or your dog bites someone. LOMA behavior professionals are specialists in transforming your dog’s behavior. We use only fear free and force free training methods.

If your dog is still barking, lunging, growling—You’ve probably asked yourself:What am I doing wrong?Why can’t I fix thi...
07/30/2025

If your dog is still barking, lunging, growling—
You’ve probably asked yourself:
What am I doing wrong?
Why can’t I fix this?

Here’s the truth:
You didn’t cause this.
But you can be the reason your dog finally feels safe.

We know the stares.
The unsolicited advice.
The rude comments from strangers who don’t get it.
It’s exhausting—and it hurts.
Sometimes it feels like everyone has an opinion, except the one that actually helps.

But their judgment doesn’t matter.
You and your dog are just trying to feel safe in a world that hasn’t always been kind.

🧠 Struggling with behavior doesn’t make you a bad dog guardian.
It means your dog is overwhelmed—and you’re doing everything you can to help.

Blaming yourself won’t heal your dog.
But believing in what’s possible together?
That’s where transformation begins.

At LOMA, we specialize in helping reactive and aggressive dogs—without shame, force, or fear.
You don’t have to figure this out alone.

📍 In-home training in San Antonio
🔗 lomabehavior.com
Treat. Train. Transform.

If your "trainer’s" solution was to shake a can of pennies—You didn’t hire a trainer.You hired someone who doesn’t under...
07/17/2025

If your "trainer’s" solution was to shake a can of pennies—
You didn’t hire a trainer.
You hired someone who doesn’t understand behavior—just how to scare it away.

⚠️ Startling your dog might stop a behavior in the moment,
but it doesn’t teach them what to do instead.
And it chips away at the trust you’re trying to build.

🚫 At LOMA, we don’t use fear-based tools.
No cans. No sprays. No shock.

💡 Just real behavior support—
rooted in compassion, science, and a deep respect for your dog.

📣 Here’s what most people don’t know:
Dog training is an unregulated industry.
Anyone can call themselves a “trainer”—even without credentials or experience.

✅ At LOMA, you’re working 1:1 with certified dog trainers and behavior consultants who truly understand canine behavior.
We use methods backed by the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior (AVSAB) to help your dog feel safe, confident, and connected.

📍 In-home training in San Antonio
🔗 lomabehavior.com
Treat. Train. Transform.

You’ve probably seen people say,“It’s just a vibration.”“It’s the only thing that worked.”“If you don’t use one, you’ll ...
07/11/2025

You’ve probably seen people say,
“It’s just a vibration.”
“It’s the only thing that worked.”
“If you don’t use one, you’ll never fix the problem.”

Here’s the truth:
You don’t need to cause discomfort to get results.
Ecollars suppress behavior—they don’t address what’s underneath it.
And when a dog is struggling with fear, reactivity, or big feelings… the last thing they need is a shock.

At LOMA, we use kind, effective, science-backed methods that help your dog feel safe, trust you more, and make lasting behavior changes.
📍 Based in San Antonio
📞 Book your in-home session at lomabehavior.com
Your dog deserves better—and so do you.

This is what it’s all about.Trust. Teamwork. And giving dogs the chance they deserve.“Sarah was excellent in working wit...
07/09/2025

This is what it’s all about.
Trust. Teamwork. And giving dogs the chance they deserve.

“Sarah was excellent in working with us to help ensure we were able to help train Duke…
Thanks to Sarah, Duke gets to stay with us in his new forever home.” 💛

Every dog deserves a chance to feel safe.
Every guardian deserves support that’s kind, clear, and effective.
At LOMA, we work with you—not against you—to treat, train, and transform behavior.

📍 Serving San Antonio
📞 Book your first session at lomabehavior.com
Because behavior support should feel like this.

If you’re working through reactivity with your dog and it feels like nothing is changing…We see you. And we promise: tha...
07/07/2025

If you’re working through reactivity with your dog and it feels like nothing is changing…
We see you. And we promise: that doesn’t mean you're failing.

Progress doesn’t always look like fewer outbursts.
Sometimes it’s a pause. A glance. A quicker recovery. A moment of trust.
That’s progress too.

💛 Swipe through to see the signs you might be missing—and why they matter more than you think.

📍 Serving San Antonio
📞 Need help with your reactive dog? Book at lomabehavior.com
Let’s build the kind of change you can feel.

Even if this Fourth of July feels complicated with the weight of the world lately, today is still a day to protect what ...
07/04/2025

Even if this Fourth of July feels complicated with the weight of the world lately, today is still a day to protect what we love.

For us, that means helping our pets feel safe.
Loud noises. Fireworks. Crowds. It’s a lot.

So skip the backyard party if you need to.
Make a cozy den. Turn up the white noise. Offer treats and comfort.

Because today isn’t just about fireworks—it’s about being there when it matters most.
And that’s something worth celebrating.

📍 Serving San Antonio
🔗 lomabehavior.com | Kind, effective in-home training

“The progress we’ve made has been fantastic.” 🙌That’s what it’s all about—real change and a stronger bond.Training isn’t...
07/03/2025

“The progress we’ve made has been fantastic.” 🙌

That’s what it’s all about—real change and a stronger bond.
Training isn’t just about behavior—it’s about trust, communication, and making life easier for everyone.

If you’re ready to feel that shift too, we’re here.

📍 In-home training in San Antonio
💛 Fear-free, force-free, results-driven
🔗 Learn more at lomabehavior.com

Ecollars aren’t “just a little tap.” They’re uncomfortable by design.We help dogs feel safer, more confident, and more c...
06/30/2025

Ecollars aren’t “just a little tap.” They’re uncomfortable by design.

We help dogs feel safer, more confident, and more connected to their people. There’s no shock required for that.

If someone told you ecollars are the only way to get through to your dog—let us show you a different path.
💻 Fear-free, force-free.
🐾 Kind. Effective. Real behavior change.

📍 Serving San Antonio

It’s too hot. Your dog is overstimulated. You’re feeling tapped out.Skipping the walk and doing 15 minutes of scent game...
06/27/2025

It’s too hot. Your dog is overstimulated. You’re feeling tapped out.

Skipping the walk and doing 15 minutes of scent games in the AC isn’t “lazy”—it’s smart.

Enrichment is about meeting needs creatively.

Need help building a low-stress training and enrichment plan? We’ve got you.

We see you—guardians of the sound-sensitive, thunder-fearing, shake-under-the-table pups.The 4th of July doesn’t have to...
06/18/2025

We see you—guardians of the sound-sensitive, thunder-fearing, shake-under-the-table pups.

The 4th of July doesn’t have to be a trauma every year.

Let’s prep together.
📋 Grab our FREE blog post on Firework Prep! Comment "fireworks" and we'll send it straight to your direct messages!
📍 Serving the San Antonio metro area
🐾 Treat. Train. Transform.

Fireworks are scary.Dogs don’t “get used to it” by being exposed again and again.In fact, repeated exposure without supp...
06/16/2025

Fireworks are scary.

Dogs don’t “get used to it” by being exposed again and again.
In fact, repeated exposure without support can make fear worse.

What helps?
✅ Comfort
✅ Safe space for them to retreat to
✅ Supportive training
✅ Medical management when needed

We work with dogs who panic, bolt, or freeze—let’s talk. Also, comment "fireworks" and we'll send you a link to our blog post that provides great educational tips and support during this stressful time for your dog and you!

Puppyhood should come with a warning label. Can anyone else relate??? 😂 😂 😂🦈 Razor teeth💩 3am potty alarms🧦 Exactly zero...
06/13/2025

Puppyhood should come with a warning label. Can anyone else relate??? 😂 😂 😂

🦈 Razor teeth
💩 3am potty alarms
🧦 Exactly zero matching socks left
And don’t even get us started on the zoomies.

If you’ve ever thought, “Is this normal?!”—you’re in good company.

Puppies are adorable, but they’re also a full-time job. And it’s okay if you’re feeling overwhelmed.

We help tired puppy parents trade the chaos for clarity—with in-home training that works in the real world.

→ Need a little backup? We’ve got you as certified dog training experts who use kind and effective training backed by science!

✨ Treat. Train. Transform.
📍 Serving the greater San Antonio metro area

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Monday 10am - 9pm
Tuesday 10am - 9pm
Wednesday 10am - 9pm
Thursday 10am - 9pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm

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Get peace of mind with our qualified, experienced dog behavior professionals.

LOMA Behavior and Training was started by Dr. Lorraine Martinez, a psychologist, who had a dog with aggressive behavior. When she learned there were no licensing, education or experience requirements to work as a dog behavior professional and many in the field misused or misunderstood the principles of psychology, she found found a way to merge her passion for behavior and her love of animals. Now, LOMA Behavior and Training gives you confidence about your training choice. We are different from most companies in San Antonio because ALL our trainers are required to pursue certification through the most reputable organizations: the Certification Council of Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT), the Karen Pryor Academy, the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC), and Fear Free Pets. You can be assured that our trainers are held to the highest ethical and behavioral standards in the industry and adhere to our internal standards for professionalism.

Our trainers travel to your home in the San Antonio metro area giving you relief about how to keep your fearful dog from escaping, or prevent your dog that has been growling from biting someone, or make sure your puppy receives the best socialization foundation for a life long companion.