For us, Dogs are a short part of our entire lives. For dogs, we are their entire lIVes

Lets make our lives better through training!

Before We Talk About Us,

Let’s Talk About Them

The heart of Supernova Dog Training started long before I opened my doors in San Jose. It began with the dogs who taught me everything I know about love, loss, responsibility—and the power of training done with purpose.

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CHESTER

Black Lab / Chow Chow Mix

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Our first family dog, Chester (a Black Lab/Chow mix), arrived in the 4th grade as a Christmas gift from my dad to me and my siblings. Chester gave us ten incredible years of loyalty and companionship. After he passed, I was filled with regret—wishing I had spent more time with him, given him more freedom, and shown up as the dog owner he deserved.

That loss shaped a promise I made to myself: Next time, I’ll do better.

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Black Lab

Opie

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Only a few months later, my dad brought home Opie. He was the total opposite of mellow Chester. Opie was a wild, destructive puppy, and nearly too much for our family to handle.

But instead of giving up, I committed to the promise I made to myself after Chester. And so began my early dog training experience, teaching the wild boy basic obedience and also learning how to give a dog an healthy outlet for all that energy.

Over time, Opie became the best family dog we could have imagined. We had another ten amazing years together before his health declined and we had to say goodbye.


Despite his reactivity later in life, I had the confidence to take him to a dog friendly beach which became my fondest memory with him. Even though life got in the way, we spent lots of time together on walks and hikes that will always stay with me. But what I’ll cherish most is the love and patience he had for the next dog in our story.

Nova

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German Shepherd

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Nova is why I’m here

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In 2020, after my wife and I moved into our first dog-friendly condo, we adopted Nova, a high-drive German Shepherd puppy. As an active hiker, I thought I was ready—but nothing could have prepared me for the level of structure and leadership she needed.

Even though I did the basics—read books, watched training videos, and kept her active—she still struggled. By six months old, Nova was 60 pounds of reactivity, anxiety, and selective listening. I realized I hadn’t given her what she truly needed:

Structure. Socialization. Confidence. Consistency.

So I got to work—learning from other trainers, shadowing experts, and applying everything I could to help her thrive.

San Jose · Morgan Hill · Gilroy · Los Gatos · Saratoga · Campbell · AND MORE!!!

San Jose · Morgan Hill · Gilroy · Los Gatos · Saratoga · Campbell · AND MORE!!!

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Supernova

Today, Nova is the best dog I could ask for.

She can pass most barking dogs calmly. Strangers can approach us. A few can even pet her. Her anxiety is manageable thanks to daily structure, proper crate use, and a deep mutual understanding.

She’s not perfect—and she doesn’t need to be.

No dog is. But with the right training, they can become balanced, responsive, and far less reactive.

Our bond is stronger than ever.

That’s what I help other dog owners build:

  • Clear, effective communication

  • Strong boundaries and expectations

  • Less correction, more connection

If you're in San Jose or the surrounding South Bay Area and need help with leash pulling, barking, obedience training, puppy training, or just creating a better bond with your dog, you're in the right place. I’ve lived it—and I can help you live it better.

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