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Scheduling Lessons, Event Dates, and other info...
updated: 4/25/2026 @2:27 PM
🗞️ THE WEEKLY WOOF
Hey guys, Sorry about the Pack Walk but we have to look out for peoples safety and especially with the construction we don't really know what to expect from day to day. See you May 16th for the next one.
Make sure to use the iSpeakDog! app - instructions below. The ai bot that is in the app WILL have my knowledge base uploaded into it soon so it would be based on the 171,262 Q&A's i've pulled from my text messages. IF you have a question, you can just ask the iSpeakDog Brain. my brain...but you get the idea...
Great training tip on focus below..
Lets have a good week! A lot of people had fun doing lessons at Dee Dog Park last week so if you'd like to do that and work on some off leash stuff in safety of a fenced in area....lets do it!
🐕 Pack Walk Alert!
Mother Nature had other plans—THE Pack Walk of OC is cancelled for today due to rain moving in earlier than forecasted.
Next walk:🗓 May 16th 🕔 5:00 PM
📍 Laguna Niguel Regional Park
Let’s get those paws moving with Emily Haley + Tommy Stark leading the pack. All dogs welcome—just bring your leash, good vibes, and poop bags.
👉 Check for updates: ocpackwalks.com
🧠 This Week’s Training Tip
Focus is the foundation of everything. Start simple: say your dog’s name in a normal voice once. The second they look at you—mark it and reward big. Do this 10–15 times a day in the house, then the yard, then on walks. No repeating the name. No pulling their head toward you. Just one clear cue and a jackpot when they choose you. That single habit turns every distraction into an opportunity to build rock-solid attention.
🐶 Group Classes Update
Workshop tomorrow is cancelled due to the rain overnight. Park really needs a day to dry out.
Big news! A brand-new iSpeakDog! Group Class series kicks off May 16th at Dee Dog Park:
The park just got a HUGE makeover and it looks incredible—you HAVE to see the new changes! First Beginner class is FREE. Small groups, hands-on, led by me. Spots will fill fast.
💬 Message @ocdogtrainer or visit dogtraineroc.com to get on the list!
📱 New Apps Are Live!I built Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) for iSpeakDog and Dee Dog Park so you can have quick access right on your phone—no App Store needed.
Quick install steps: On iPhone (Safari):
On Android (Chrome):
They work just like real apps—fast, offline-friendly, and right on your home screen. Download both so you never miss class updates, park bookings, or training tips!
🏖️ South OC Dog Spot to Visit Dee Dog Park
– your private, structured tropical oasis right here in South OC.
✅ Professionally designed for safe, purposeful play
✅ Shaded areas, fresh water, and enrichment stations
✅ Members enjoy scheduled sessions with clear rules that keep the fun high and stress low
Message me or visit ocdogpark.com or (app.ocdogpark.com)for membership details.
📰 Pawsitive Dog NewsJust this week the AKC Canine Health Foundation launched a major new Aging research program. One of the first grants explores the protective role of Insulin-like Growth Factor 1 (IGF-1) in Canine Cognitive Dysfunction—helping our dogs stay sharp and vibrant longer. Real science moving the needle on healthy aging.
📚 Source: akcchf.org
💬 Quote of the Week"Dogs do speak, but only to those who know how to listen." – Orhan Pamuk
That’s the Woof this week—short, real, and all about building better connections with our dogs. Hit me up if you want to chat training or anything else. Give your pup an extra scratch from me.
Tommy Stark
The Dog Director of iSpeakDog!
I do my weekly schedule based on your locations/availability - this reduces chances of getting into traffic delays between lessons plus maximizes the amount of dogs I can help on a daily basis.
Please give me more than one option when giving your availability if possible. Makes organizing the calendar much easier. You can also give priority times if you wish.
Sunday evening when I send out the events please confirm/accept the invite if you can.
This does not apply to new clients New clients do NOT pay before lessons if we have not met
Clients with packages will be scheduled first. Those without packages will fill in open spots on a location basis. If there is no space in the calendar for the week, I will add you to a waiting list for last minute cancellations.
•The cut off is (Sunday) at 6pm IF you would like to train this week and list a few dates and times that work for you. I will respond to you by Sunday at 8 PM with your confirmed day and time via Google Event. Once you receive the “Google Event” email please hit “accept” so that I know you have received it.
**Please allow for a potential delay of 10-15 mins arrival time based on traffic and lessons going longer - especially late in the day.

Please make sure that you have registered before filling in the availability box below. Once that form is filled out then your "Information card" is added to my system and then the availability will work.
You only register ONE time and it will create your trello card for my system to keep me organized.
Scheduling Form Below in WHITE

May 16, 2026
5pm
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*Clinics and Seminar: Here
NEW SERIES: May 16th at 9am
Puppy/Beginner -10 am at Dee Dog Park
Workshop at 11am
GRADUATES ONLY

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OCdogpark.com

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Katie: 714-402-6683 Pet Sitter/Dog Walker
Isabella Stark (my daughter) - 949-610-2323 - Now living in Newport Beach
I have another pet sitter that I am currently vetting.(seems like this is an ongoing life mission)
Styled by Kyra - This is a good one! I KNOW you guys have unorganized closets and a bunch of out of season/style clothes in your closet. Give Kyra a call and get it under control! Pretty impressive!
- Training and Recovery center
Ask for Damon and tell him Tommy sent you!
website: stormmmatc.com/
Chris may know more about water than I know about dogs. Incredibly knowledgable. With the uptick in UTI infections in dogs and for our overall health we are getting a Water Filtration system put in. Good for us and good for the dogs!
GIve Chris a call to come out and test your water! You'll be surprised!
Chris Johnson -949-302-8104
With all the leash work that I do my shoulders kill me. Mary is awesome! She keeps me going!
website: attallawellness.com - Phone: 949-637-4063
Crown Valley/Golden Lantern - Ask for Erika and tell her Tommy sent you in.
Damion and Henry are incredible! They went above and beyond doing some work for me. If you have a leak or damage, these are the guys to call!
949-868-4081
Malik and the team are absolutely amazing! Great prices and AMAZING customer service. They're in irvine and I used them for turf for a putting green and they were the best I dealt with after talking with 7 other companies!
Tell Malik the "dog Genius" sent you....that's what he called me so hopefully he will remember me hahah
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