East Bay Dog Spot

East Bay Dog Spot is a dog training business in Gulf Breeze, Florida, run by Christie Mendoza. Christie 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. Services listed include manners and basic skills, private lessons, group classes, reactivity and aggression and dog sports and tricks.

At a glance

• Trainer: Christie Mendoza
• Credentials: CPDT-KA · PPG member
• Approach: Positive reinforcement (reward-based)
• Services: Manners and basic skills, private lessons, group classes, reactivity and aggression, dog sports and tricks
• Location: Gulf Breeze, Florida

Why it matters for French Bulldogs

French Bulldogs can be vocal and pushy with other dogs, and corrections tend to make reactivity worse, not better. A behavior consultant who uses rewards and gradual exposure can change how your dog feels about triggers, not just suppress the barking. 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.