Louie just came home from Pack Minding boarding, and I can already see such a difference. I loved receiving update videos while he was away because it gave me so much peace of mind and let me see how much he was learning and growing. I can't wait to continue working with Juliana. She explains everything so well, is incredibly patient and knowledgeable, and truly takes the time to understand Louie's personality and limits. It's clear she genuinely cares about the dogs she works with, and that made all the difference for us. I highly recommend Juliana for anyone looking for a trainer! read more

We just wrapped up the first two weeks of puppy training with Juliana at Pack Minded Training for our 14-week-old yellow Lab, Walter, and we're already impressed. She covered crate training, potty training, and basic commands, and even at his young age Walter is trending really well -- picking things up faster than we expected. We're continuing on with a 2-week intensive focused on socialization and getting him to listen even with distractions around. Juliana has also talked through a path toward eventually working on therapy dog certification with him, which we're excited about. Juliana is patient, knowledgeable, and clearly understands how to work with a puppy's limits while still pushing real progress. Highly recommend if you want a trainer who thinks long-term about your dog's development, not just quick fixes. read more

We sent our two puppies -- a Bernese Mountain Dog and a Bernedoodle, both about a year old -- to Juliana for board & train over a few weeks, and the transformation was incredible. They came back with a solid foundation in basic obedience, leash walking, staying in place, and overall puppy manners. The biggest improvements were in their focus and leash walking attention -- two things that are especially challenging with two young, energetic dogs. Juliana is clearly very knowledgeable and knows how to bring out the best in each dog individually. What really set the experience apart was the hands-on transition when the dogs came back to us. Juliana didn't just train the dogs and hand them over -- she made sure we understood the commands, the techniques, and how to maintain everything she'd worked on. Her communication throughout the process was excellent. Highly recommend Pack Minded Training to anyone looking to give their pup (or pups!) a strong start. Thank you, Juliana! read more

Cannot recommend Pack Minded enough!! Juliana is the only person I trust to board my dog. He has a history of dog reactivity and it is a huge peace of mind knowing when I travel, he is with someone I trust to not only ensure his safety and a safe environment, but still provide him with stimulation, structure and fun, regardless of his temperament needs. He has come to recognize her facility, and can barely wait to get out and greet Juliana! As a trainer, she has made a HUGE difference in my relationship with him, and my ability to understand his behaviors. She has been the best resource for understanding my dog's needs and how I can best set him up for success! read more

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We used Juliana with pack minded training for our dog Nilton. He was a bit of a crazy and nervous pup. Nilton attended the three week training program and we were amazed how he returned. Not only did nilton get amazing training my wife and I learned how to apply the training as well. With the implementation of the e collar and training nilton has a huge improvement in quality of life. Nilton is able to roam our property off leash daily and it's amazing. Juliana sent us pictures and updates throughout the training duration. I would highly recommend! read more

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Juliana was amazing. We had urgent need for training when our Chanel was asked to leave petsmart boarding for nipping at workers. Juliana came to our rescue and informed us of a great plan to get Chanel on the right track through boarding training. One of the best things during time Chanel was away was that Juliana was so communicative and frequently gave us updates on Chanel progress though pics and videos. The follow up and personalized attention really made this process seamless when could have been so stressful. Thank you for ensuring our Chanel can be a productive member of our family. read more

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We couldn't be happier with our experience! Our 5-year-old Goldendoodle had developed some behavioral issues over the years--mainly leash reactivity, jumping on guests, and recall. After trying a few different approaches on our own, we decided to enroll him in Julianna's 4-week boarding program, and the results have been incredible. From the very start, Julianna took the time to understand our dog's personality and our goals. She kept us updated throughout the program with pictures, videos, and progress notes, which made us feel so comfortable knowing our pup was in great hands. If you're on the fence about professional training, I can't recommend Pack Minded Training enough. It's truly been life-changing for us and our Goldendoodle! read more

A Lifesaver for Our Anxious Dog and Our Trusted Vacation Partner! Choosing Pack Minded Training was the best decision we made for our dog, Casper. From the moment we brought our anxious, nervous puppy home, we knew we needed specialized help, and we found it with Juliana. Casper is naturally a very anxious dog, prone to fear-reactivity and shyness. Juliana didn't just teach him commands; they patiently worked with us (and Casper!) through positive reinforcement, counter-conditioning, and consistent, gentle guidance over the years. She gave us the tools and confidence we needed to manage his triggers. Today, Casper is a much happier, calmer, and more balanced dog, and that transformation is 100% thanks to her expertise and dedication. It's truly incredible to see how far he has come from the fearful puppy he once was. Beyond the life-changing training, Juliana is also our only choice for boarding when we travel. Leaving an anxious dog is stressful, but she provides a safe and structured environment where Casper is genuinely cared for and we can finally take a vacation without worrying. If you are looking for a trainer who offers profound behavioral knowledge, especially with anxious or reactive dogs, and provides a boarding service you can trust implicitly, look no further than Juliana's. read more

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Juliana and her team have been an amazing help with our pup, Charley, who is a rescue pittie from a pretty tough background. When Charley came home from his four week board-and-train program, which we booked through Koru K9, he had all of the foundational skills he needed. Juliana also worked with us after boarding ended to make sure that we had all of the equipment and coaching we needed to carry on Charley's progress. For us, Juliana was a total game changer, and I would recommend her and her team to anybody was looking for some help. read more

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Juliana is amazing and very thorough with our boy! Best investment for our family and we are so happy!

Whenever we need someone to watch our little bundle of joy and chaos, this is the only place that allows us to sleep easy. Our misunderstood little rescue pittie always comes home better behaved, and it is always clear she is taken care of like family. We've tried many places, but Juliana is truly in a league of her own. read more

Juliana is AMAZING! I have really enjoyed working with her with Kenji, my Malinois mix rescue mutt puppy. He had lots of triggers and was very reactive in many situations - including fear based aggression towards people in the home, which was the biggest issue. It's clear she knows her stuff, and Kenji loved her right away (dog whisperer for sure). I did a board and train, and Juliana kindly sent me photos, videos, and updates of his boarding camp fun. He came back much more confident and less anxious overall. He's more responsive, on the basic commands too. Most importantly, he's way better with people at home now and she gave me the tools and tactics I need to give Kenji (and myself) the best life. I would highly recommend anyone who wants to improve their dog's behavior! read more

Outstanding trainer and so easy to work with. Definitely a dog whisperer, and she makes things so easy for the owner, making it a real collaboration. Have worked with many trainers after doing rescue for decades but Juliana is head and shoulders above any of them. Very highly recommended - a full service. read more

We recently sent our 8 month English bulldog to Pack Minded training w/ Juliana and couldn't be more pleased with the results. Communication and updates were excellent. Our English enjoyed her time there while also learning structure. We gained a lot of insight on corrective behavior and commands to use to set our bulldog up for future success. Truly grateful for the time Juliana put forth training our puppy and look forward to working together again in the future. See her epic smile during her stay with Juliana .. read more

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Our Corgi Peaches completed a 3 week board & train with Juliana, I can say with full confidence that Peaches came back a different dog! We were pretty specific with Juliana about what we wanted her to focus on with Peaches and we were amazed with the work she did! Peaches was 10 months old when Juliana worked with her, she wasn't aggressive but needed focus on leash walking, jumping and just behaving herself in general! I highly recommend Juliana, she listens, provides recommendations and follows up, I really appreciated the video clips she would send us showing Peaches' progress. read more

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All I can say is that Juliana is a Rock Star!! She transformed our over-reactive 7 year-old Throwback Pomeranian into a well trained, disciplined and still lovable dog. Teddy would get out of control at the sight of other dogs, bicycles, golf carts, and some people. It was uncomfortable and embarrassing. Within one month, Juliana taught him commands that we have been able to use with amazing success. It's a pleasure walking Teddy now. To top it off, people can enter our home without him jumping on them or barking uncontrollably. It's simply amazing and worth every penny! Thank you, Juliana! We and couldn't be happier with how well you trained him. It was done with discipline and love because Teddy is very fond of you. We will definitely recommend you! read more

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I've had such a great experience working with Juliana! My 1 year old rescue dog had been dealing with reactivity around other dogs and new people. I was starting to feel a bit hopeless before we started working with Juliana. We hit the ground running with tons of helpful information and she took the time to hear about my experience and concerns and also gain my dog's trust! During the 4 week board and train Juliana sent tons of video updates showing what they were working on and my dog's improvements throughout the 4 weeks. My dog came back with noticeably more confidence and a great understanding of training tools that have made our walks and overall communication so much better. We've continued working together on other areas of my dog's behavior that need some help and Juliana's advice and guidance has been so helpful - really tailored to what's best for me and my dog. Any reactive dog parent knows it can feel like a long road to success, but I feel so much more hopeful with Juliana's support! If you are considering training for your dog at all, I highly recommend Juliana! read more

My wife and I had two Havanese puppies join our family in June 2023. We knew we wanted to get them trained and looked high and low for a reputable business that would fit all of our needs. We were so thankful Juliana came into our lives. She understood everything we needed and worked tirelessly to ensure our puppies were well cared for and trained like show dogs! She recommended we do two weeks of individual training with Tres and then return him home. Milo then went for two weeks and Tres came back and joined him for their last week together. She was on top sending us daily updates and videos with photos which we looked forward to seeing! We received the tools to continue the training she began and it has changed our lives. She also came and picked up the puppies and dropped them off which was so convenient as we live in Sacramento and she is in the Bay Area. Having dogs prior we never understood the importance of down and place. We had also tried crate training with our other dogs and failed miserably. Both puppies understand to place in their crates as well as sleep through the night. We cannot wait for them to go back in April while we are in Aruba! They love spending time at Juliana's and it gives us a peace of mind while on our vacation to be in her care. Both Debbie and I highly recommend Pack Minded Training. You will not regret it!!! read more

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My dog completed a 4 week Board and Train Program with Juliana. I am very pleased with the excellent care and training she received. My dog is a small mixed breed that I adopted from a local shelter. She was 3 yrs. old and had no obedience training or any social skills. She was extremely fear aggressive towards people and big dogs. After living and training with Juliana and her pack she came home a better behaved dog that got along so much better in public situations. I don't have to worry about her lunging at other dogs on a walk. I highly recommend Juliana's training program. She is not only a very knowledgeable trainer but a compassionate person who will treat your family pet like her family too. In my lifetime I've met with many trainers but none as competent and caring as Juliana. read more

We have two corgis that needed help with leash walking. Juliana came to our home, listened to our experience, and created a training plan. What really helped was following the homework plan Juliana outlined to reinforce our training sessions. She is very responsive, easy to reach, and really works with you and your needs. We are so happy we found her. read more

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Omg! What a huge difference Juliana has made in our dog's behavior! We have a 2+ year old rescue dog that had minimal training and was needing manners. After working with Juliana for just a month or so our dog became so much more manageable. Our dog was reactive and challenging to walk on leash. In addition, she had very selective listening skills! She's now a pleasure to walk and is no longer easily distracted! We're also feeling confident using the training tools we were taught. We are so grateful we found Juliana to work with. Juliana is super smart, easy to understand, patient, reliable and she made training seem manageable and fun! We will continue to use her when necessary but we feel so much better about our training abilities and are feeling happy and assured about the progress we've already made! Juliana is truly awesome! read more

We have a mix shepherd mute he is 105 pounds his name is Theodor! We have found that working with Julian has been amazing for him and us. From her flexible schedule to her support with emergency we could not ask for a better trainer. We where hesitate to use the prong collar but after a few training sessions it be came a game changes for us. He became a whole different dog. More focused less reactivity and little to no pulling on leash. His behavior in public is also very good. All because of the training and consistency that we have had with Julian!! Would recommend her on the drop of hat to anyone that has a strong well dog! read more

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