Better behavior starts with being understood.
Mad2Glad helps dogs and their people build real communication — not just commands. We work through the reasons behind behavior so training holds up in everyday life, not just inside a classroom.
Training that starts with why, not just what.
Most behavior makes sense once you understand what's driving it. Our approach is built around figuring out the reason first — then building the communication, trust, and skills to change it.
Understand the reason behind behavior. Every dog is reacting to something. We start there.
Build clear communication. Training works when the dog and the handler understand each other.
Create trust and confidence. A confident dog is easier to teach — and easier to live with.
Teach practical, real-life skills. Not just obedience that only works in a controlled room.
Coach the owner, too. We help you understand how to read and work with your own dog.
Meet Your Trainer — Jason.
Jason is the trainer behind Mad2Glad Dog Training, helping dogs and their people build better communication, confidence, and understanding.
With a practical, hands-on approach to dog training, Jason believes training should be about more than simply teaching a dog to sit or stay. It's about helping owners understand why their dog behaves the way they do and giving them the tools to create reliable behavior in everyday life.
From young puppies learning the basics to dogs struggling with more challenging behaviors, Jason focuses on clear communication, consistency, and training that fits into real life. His goal is to make training approachable for owners while helping dogs become calmer, more confident, and easier to live with.
At Mad2Glad, Jason works with each dog as an individual rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all approach. Whether you're starting with a new puppy, building obedience, improving reliability, or working through difficult behaviors, his goal is simple:
4 years of dog training experience
Specialties: obedience training and service dog training
Turn the frustrating moments into the "glad" moments.
Mad2Glad Dog Training — From Mad to Glad, one dog at a time.
"Highly recommend the dog training class led by Jason H. He really enjoys the training and explaining the process of training if there's any questions. Very patient, friendly, and overall, the best dog trainer I really hoped for."
— Sue YuA progression built to grow with your dog.
Mad2Glad offers four group training levels, designed to build skills step-by-step — from early puppyhood through advanced reliability.
Puppy
$75 / session
- Early socialization
- Building confidence
- Basic communication & name recognition
- Engagement with owners
- Appropriate play & beginning leash skills
- Basic manners & good habits early
Beginner
$75 / session
For dogs starting formal training or establishing the fundamentals.
- Sit, down, stay, recall
- Leash manners & place
- Impulse control
- Engagement & communication
- Household manners
Intermediate
$90 / session
For dogs ready for greater reliability and distraction.
- Obedience around distractions
- Longer-duration behaviors
- Reliable recall
- Loose-leash walking
- Increased distance & difficulty
Advanced
$110 / session
For dogs ready to take training to the next level.
- Advanced obedience
- High-distraction environments
- Reliable off-leash skills where appropriate
- Distance commands
- Real-world proofing
Not sure which program is right for your dog?
$125 / session
Reactive Rehab
Personalized one-on-one training for dogs struggling with reactivity, fear, over-arousal, or difficult behavior around people, dogs, or their environment.
- Identifying triggers
- Understanding the dog's behavior
- An individualized training plan
- Building confidence
- Teaching alternative behaviors
- Improving handler communication
- Working around distractions at the right pace
Every dog progresses differently. Reactive Rehab is a personalized process, and we don't promise a specific outcome or timeline.
Not sure where to start? Answer a few questions.
This gives you a starting recommendation — we'll confirm the right fit together during your consultation.
What makes training here different.
Personalized training
Every plan is built around your dog and your goals — not a one-size-fits-all script.
Understanding behavior
We look at what's driving a behavior before deciding how to change it.
Clear communication
Training that gives you and your dog a shared, consistent language.
Building confidence
Confident dogs are calmer, more focused, and easier to teach.
Practical skills
We focus on behavior that holds up outside the training room, too.
Training the human, too
You'll leave every session understanding how to work with your own dog.
Real-life application
Skills are practiced in situations that actually come up in daily life.
Individual attention
Small groups and private sessions mean your dog isn't just a number.
Three steps to get started.
Book a Consultation
Tell us about your dog and what you're hoping to work on.
Create a Training Plan
We'll recommend the right program based on your dog's age and needs.
Build Better Habits Together
Train step-by-step, with skills that carry over into everyday life.
What clients are saying.
"Highly recommend the dog training class led by Jason H. He really enjoys the training and explaining the process of training if there's any questions. Very patient, friendly, and overall, the best dog trainer I really hoped for."
— Sue Yu
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Common questions.
[Editable placeholder answer] We work with dogs from puppyhood through adulthood — Puppy is recommended for dogs under 4 months, and our other programs are matched to your dog's age and experience level.
[Editable placeholder answer] Yes — reactive, fearful, or over-aroused dogs are supported through our private Reactive Rehab program, built around each dog's specific triggers and pace.
[Editable placeholder answer] Our four group programs (Puppy, Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced) are class-based and build obedience progressively. Reactive Rehab is private, one-on-one, and focused specifically on reactivity and behavior challenges.
No. Reactive Rehab is private 1-on-1 training and is not a group class.
[Editable placeholder answer] Book a consultation and we'll talk through your dog's age, experience, and goals to recommend the right starting point.
[Editable placeholder answer] We'll discuss your dog's history and behavior, talk through your goals, and outline a recommended plan and program.
One-on-one sessions are 1 hour. Group session length varies depending on the training level.
[Editable placeholder answer] This varies by dog and program — we'll give you a clearer estimate after your consultation.
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Jason Hampel
Mad2Glad Dog Training
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(626) 756-2750hampeljason@gmail.com
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