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.

Let’s work together to help families facing challenging behavior concerns.LOMA Behavior & Training’s Lunch & Learns brin...
10/26/2025

Let’s work together to help families facing challenging behavior concerns.
LOMA Behavior & Training’s Lunch & Learns bring San Antonio veterinary teams practical strategies for cases involving fear, anxiety, aggression, and more.
We’ll cover what you need to know, when to refer, and how to partner so pets and their people get the best outcomes.

10/23/2025

What if your dog just doesn’t mesh with guests?
It happens more often than you think—and it doesn’t mean your dog is “bad.”

Here’s how to set everyone up for success this holiday season:
🐾 Create a safe retreat where your dog can rest undisturbed
🐾 Remind guests (especially kids) not to climb on, hug, or chase the dog
🐾 Ask family not to sneak table scraps—many foods aren’t safe for dogs
🐾 Use gates, crates, or leashes to manage space when needed
🐾 Keep routines with walks and enrichment to reduce stress

Prevention beats damage control. A little planning makes the holidays calmer for both people and pets.

🎄 The best gift? A peaceful home and a dog who feels safe.
📍 Serving San Antonio—LOMA Behavior & Training helps families with everything from simple prep to complex behavior concerns. Comment “call” and we’ll show you how we can help your dog.

❓ What’s the difference between a behavior consultant and a trainer?At LOMA Behavior & Training, this is a question we h...
10/20/2025

❓ What’s the difference between a behavior consultant and a trainer?

At LOMA Behavior & Training, this is a question we hear often—and it’s an important one!

✔️ A trainer usually focuses on teaching specific life skills—like leash manners, recall, or basic manners.
✔️ A behavior consultant works with deeper emotional or behavioral challenges—such as fear, anxiety, reactivity, or aggression.

LOMA specializes in behavior consulting. We do more than obedience training. Instead, we focus on helping pets and their people through situations that are stressful, frustrating, or even unsafe.

Our goal isn’t just to teach a skill—it’s to uncover why a behavior is happening, create a plan to support change, and give families practical strategies that make daily life easier.

📍 Serving San Antonio, we’re here to help pets and their families treat, train, and transform.

Not every dog is meant to get along—and that’s okay.👉 Age gaps, personality differences, health issues, or lack of socia...
10/17/2025

Not every dog is meant to get along—and that’s okay.
👉 Age gaps, personality differences, health issues, or lack of social practice can all spark tension when another dog visits.

Instead of forcing “doggy friendships,” try these options:
✔️ Rotate time in shared spaces (use baby gates, crates, or rooms)
✔️ Take separate walks for exercise and enrichment
✔️ Plan quiet downtime away from the hustle

Your holiday doesn’t have to be stressful—for you or your dog. Drop “call” and we’ll send you the link to connect.

📍San Antonio families call LOMA Behavior & Training when they need strategies that really work in real homes.

10/14/2025

The holidays bring joy, family… and sometimes unexpected dog drama. 🎄🐾
Maybe your cousin brings their dog, or your adult dog hasn’t shared space in a while—and suddenly there’s growling, lunging, or even a fight.

❗ You’re not alone—this is one of the most common concerns we see during the holidays.
Good news? There are safe, practical steps you can take.

📍In San Antonio, LOMA Behavior & Training specializes in helping families prevent and manage dog-dog conflict. Stay tuned this week as we share tips to keep the peace.

If you’re already worried about your dog and holiday guests, reach out today—we can help. Comment "call" and we'll send you a link.

10/13/2025

Does your dog lose it every time the doorbell rings?
Halloween is peak season for nonstop knocks and dings—now’s the time to get ahead of it.

🎯 Start sound desensitization training early:
✅ Play doorbell sounds on low so your dog just notices.
✅ Pair the sound with a favorite treat, toy, or soothing activity.

📍We can help you build a personalized training plan—before the spooky chaos begins.
🔗 lomabehavior.com

Give your dog a safe retreat.On Halloween night, set up a quiet room away from the front door with soft music, enrichmen...
10/10/2025

Give your dog a safe retreat.
On Halloween night, set up a quiet room away from the front door with soft music, enrichment toys, and something familiar like their bed or crate.

🚪 Trick-or-treaters might be ringing your bell all evening—but your dog doesn’t need to be part of the action.
📍Need help setting up routines for success? We’re here to support you, right at home in San Antonio and beyond.

Plan your walk for earlier in the day! Make it a daytime stroll to avoid trick-or-treat chaos.Once the sun sets, costume...
10/07/2025

Plan your walk for earlier in the day! Make it a daytime stroll to avoid trick-or-treat chaos.
Once the sun sets, costumes, crowds, and doorbell rings can be overwhelming for even the most social dogs.

🧡 A little prep makes a big difference.
📍Need help supporting your dog through the season? We offer in-home training in San Antonio, virtual training anywhere

10/04/2025

That inflatable ghost on your neighbor’s lawn? Your dog might not think it’s cute.
Halloween decorations can startle even confident dogs—especially when they move, light up, or make sound.

🎃 If your dog is sensitive, skip the trick-or-treat walk this year.
📍Staying home is the safer, saner option—and we can help make that calm space even better.

🔗 lomabehavior.com

Halloween candy can be a real danger for dogs.🍫 Chocolate🍭 Xylitol🍬 RaisinsEven a small amount can lead to a trip to the...
10/02/2025

Halloween candy can be a real danger for dogs.

🍫 Chocolate
🍭 Xylitol
🍬 Raisins
Even a small amount can lead to a trip to the emergency vet.

Here’s how to keep your dog safe:
– Keep candy bowls out of reach
– Watch where kids drop treats or wrappers
– Take out the trash before curious noses find it

Let’s make sure the only spooky thing this Halloween is the décor—not a preventable emergency.

📍In-home training for San Antonio families who want real-life support
🔗 Treat. Train. Transform. | lomabehavior.com

🎃🚪Halloween can be overwhelming for many dogs—especially those who bark, lunge, or get stressed by visitors. Between the...
09/26/2025

🎃🚪Halloween can be overwhelming for many dogs—especially those who bark, lunge, or get stressed by visitors. Between the costumes, constant doorbell rings, and excited trick-or-treaters, it’s a lot. 👻

Instead of battling it, plan for it:

🔒 Use baby gates or closed doors to block access to the front door
🧘 Prep your dog with a calming routine before the festivities begin
🚫 Avoid answering the door with your dog nearby if they’re triggered by strangers
🚪 Set up a secure room to prevent accidental escapes
🏷️ Make sure your dog’s ID tags are up to date
📍 Check that their microchip info is current—Halloween is a common time for dogs to go missing

We specialize in reactivity and tough cases—here in San Antonio and throughout the US.
🔗 Treat. Train. Transform. lomabehavior.com

🎃 The holidays are coming—and for our pets, that means a lot of changes.From spooky sounds to bustling guests, it’s the ...
09/23/2025

🎃 The holidays are coming—and for our pets, that means a lot of changes.

From spooky sounds to bustling guests, it’s the season of doorbells, costumes, visitors, and way too many things to eat off the floor.

All month long, we’re diving into Halloween prep so you and your dog can head into trick-or-treat season feeling calm, confident, and ready.

Then we’ll roll right into November and December with tips for surviving (and thriving) through the full holiday season—visitors, travel, decorations, and all.

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

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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.