Best Friends Animal Society

Best Friends Animal Society is a dog training business in Placentia, California, run by Amanda Farah. Amanda holds the Certified Professional Dog Trainer, Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA) credential. They are a member of the Pet Professional Guild, whose members commit to training without shock, prong or choke collars.

At a glance

• Trainer: Amanda Farah
• Credentials: CPDT-KA · PPG member
• Approach: Positive reinforcement (reward-based)
• Location: Placentia, California

Why it matters for French Bulldogs

French Bulldogs overheat quickly and tire fast, so short, upbeat sessions work better than long drills. Reward-based trainers build in breaks and use food and play, which suits a breed that switches off when it is pushed. Read our force-free French Bulldog training guide.

Sources: the Pet Professional Guild member directory, checked October 2026. Credentials from the Pet Professional Guild directory are as the trainer lists them. Services and prices change, so confirm directly with the trainer before you book.