How Bubbas works (step-by-step dog training, made simple)
Bubbas is built for dog parents who want clear steps—not more advice. You tell us what’s going on, we build a plan, and you practice small daily reps that add up. It’s calm, practical, and designed for real life (not perfect Instagram dogs).
Free during beta • Launch pricing: $19.99/mo or $69/yr • iOS
What you do on Day 1
Most dog training apps hand you a library and say “good luck.” Bubbas starts with one question: what’s driving you the craziest right now?
Pick your issue
Separation anxiety, leash pulling, destructive chewing, recall—or “all of the above.” You choose what matters most right now.
Get a “today” plan
Bubbas builds a short, clear plan you can do today—not a 6-week syllabus. Small steps, fast clarity.
Do your first rep
Five minutes. One exercise. You finish Day 1 with clarity and momentum instead of 12 open tabs and 9 different opinions.
Day 1 is about direction, not perfection. You should feel like you finally know what to do—and that it’s actually doable.
What Week 1 looks like
You won’t “fix your dog” in a week. But you should feel direction, momentum, and a lot less “what am I even doing?”
Days 1–2
Start small (no pressure)
You pick the issue that’s driving you the craziest. Bubbas gives you a short, doable plan for today—not a curriculum. You’ll do your first rep and get an early “oh, that actually helped” moment.
Days 3–5
Repeat reps, build the habit
Same short sessions, slightly harder context. You start noticing patterns—your dog settles faster, pulls less, or pauses before losing it. The reps feel routine instead of stressful.
Days 6–7
Real-life mode
Take the plan into the situations that usually blow things up—leaving, walks, distractions, guests. You’re not done training, but you should feel direction and momentum instead of “what am I even doing?”
How AI coaching works (Professor Books)
Professor Books is Bubbas’ built-in AI coach. Think of it as the calm, practical friend who actually knows what they’re talking about—available whenever you need a hand.
Troubleshooting
“My dog won’t stop barking at the door”—Professor Books helps you figure out why and what to try next, based on your specific plan.
Adjusting reps
Too easy? Too hard? Professor Books tweaks the difficulty so your dog stays in the learning zone—not the frustration zone.
Keeping you calm
Training is frustrating sometimes. Professor Books reminds you what’s normal, what’s progress, and when to take a breath.
Professor Books is not a replacement for a certified trainer. It’s an AI coaching layer that keeps you on track between sessions and helps you troubleshoot in the moment.
How household sync works
Dogs don’t generalize well. If one person says “down” and another says “lie down,” your dog hears two different commands. Household sync fixes that.
Same plan, same cues
Everyone in the household follows the same plan with the same cues, the same rules, and the same rewards. No mixed signals.
Consistency across people
The number-one reason training stalls is inconsistency between family members. Bubbas makes the plan simple enough that a partner, parent, or roommate can follow it without a training degree.
Dogs learn faster when the humans are on the same page. Bubbas is built to make that easy—not another source of household arguments.
When to hire a pro instead
Bubbas is powerful for everyday behavior issues. But some situations need a certified professional, and we’ll tell you straight.
Talk to a professional if your dog shows:
- Aggression toward people or other dogs (lunging, snapping, growling with intent)
- Bite history or escalating intensity
- Fear so extreme it affects daily functioning (won’t eat, won’t move, shuts down completely)
- Sudden, dramatic behavior changes (could signal a medical issue)
There’s no shame in hiring help—it’s the responsible move. Bubbas can complement professional guidance, but it doesn’t replace a qualified behaviorist for serious safety concerns.
Look for trainers certified through CPDT-KA, IAABC, or equivalent credentials. Avoid anyone who relies on punishment-based methods.
How Bubbas works \u2014 FAQ
How long are the daily sessions?+
Most sessions are 5–10 minutes. Bubbas is built around short reps you can fit between coffee and chaos—not hour-long training blocks.
Is this only for anxious dogs?+
Nope. Bubbas covers separation anxiety, leash pulling, recall, destructive chewing, and more. You pick the issue, we build the plan.
Can multiple family members follow the same plan?+
That’s the idea. Dogs do better when the humans are consistent. Bubbas makes the plan simple enough for everyone to follow it the same way—same cues, same rules, same results.
Is Professor Books a replacement for a real trainer?+
No. Professor Books is an AI coaching layer that helps you troubleshoot, adjust reps, and stay on track between sessions. For aggression, bite history, or safety concerns, Bubbas recommends hiring a certified professional.