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.

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.

Many clients tell us that their spouse believes they can handle training their dog on their own. They try different meth...
09/21/2025

Many clients tell us that their spouse believes they can handle training their dog on their own. They try different methods without success, leading to frustration and strained relationships.

Professional guidance can make a world of difference, turning trial and error into targeted success with effective troubleshooting for any issues that come up.

🐶 With expert help, our recent client’s dog, Leo, learned quickly and effectively.
🐶 The family’s bond with their dog grew stronger, with less frustration.
🐶 They realized that professional training saved time and effort, bringing peace to their home.

If you and your spouse are struggling to train your dog on your own, let’s talk.

Put a 🏡 in the comments if this sounds familiar!

Oh Goose! He is such a champion.. His patient foster was so good at implementing the plan we had for him. He was a shy,...
09/18/2025

Oh Goose! He is such a champion.. His patient foster was so good at implementing the plan we had for him. He was a shy, fearful guy when our team met him. And he’s such a happy boy now. 😁🐶🐾. Alamo City Pit Bull Rescue is an amazing rescue group and we are proud to partner with them when we can

A client once confided to us that they were embarrassed to seek help for their dog, Pepper. They felt they should be abl...
09/18/2025

A client once confided to us that they were embarrassed to seek help for their dog, Pepper. They felt they should be able to handle it on their own and were ashamed to admit they needed support.

It's important to remember that seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Every dog and owner can benefit from expert guidance at some point.

🐶 Pepper and their owner overcame their challenges and built a stronger bond through training.
🐶 They learned that asking for help was the best decision they ever made.
🐶 Their home is now filled with joy and understanding.

If you’re feeling embarrassed about needing help, let’s chat. There’s no shame in wanting the best for your dog.

Put a 🤝 in the comments if you’ve felt this way!

FAQ: Why is a virtual assessment the same price as in-person training?Because the value isn't in the mileage- its in the...
09/10/2025

FAQ: Why is a virtual assessment the same price as in-person training?

Because the value isn't in the mileage- its in the expertise.
When you work with LOMA, you’re getting over 20 years of professional experience, science-backed behavior knowledge, and personalized support for your dog or cat’s behavior. Whether we’re in your living room or on Zoom, that value doesn’t change.

Virtual assessments also mean:

Less stress for fearful or aggressive pets

More focused on your goals, not managing your pet’s discomfort

Faster progress, because we can dive into your training plan right away.

📍 Serving San Antonio families & pet parents anywhere.
👉 Learn more or book your virtual session at lomabehavior.com/online-training

FAQ: What happens during an online behavior assessment for my dog?An online assessment isn’t just a Zoom call—it’s the f...
09/04/2025

FAQ: What happens during an online behavior assessment for my dog?

An online assessment isn’t just a Zoom call—it’s the first step in a customized, expert-led training plan designed specifically for your dog (or cat).

Here’s what to expect:

We review your pet’s full behavior history and environment.

You share videos (if you have them), and we observe live behavior via video.

We teach you how to read your pet’s body language and stress signals.

You’ll get a clear, safe management plan before training even begins.

After the session, you receive a step-by-step, individualized training plan.

You don’t need to “show us the problem” for us to help. We’re trained to assess and guide you toward real progress—right from the start.

👉 Ready to get help? Book your virtual behavior consult today at lomabehavior.com/online-training

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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.