In January of 2026, I started bringing my then eight month old Pit Bull rescue puppy to Fidelis K9…read moreTraining after looking on Yelp for local dog training recommendations. It's been over three months and I can officially say, she has become our best trained dog ever! I am so glad I made the decision. I have never experienced ongoing training that includes classes throughout the week on a flexible schedule. Because of this flexibility, training has easily become part of our routine (we go about 3 times per week). My puppy looks forward to it as do I!  Fidelis K9 also offers Good Canine Citizen (GCC) certification which we are currently working towards.  Most importantly: a HUGE SHOUT OUT to Alejandra and Antonio, the trainers, who I feel are the heart of the training facility. They are knowledgeable, patient and always extremely helpful. K9 Fidelis has given me so much confidence as a dog owner and continues to build my puppy's training (and confidence too). I recommend them without hesitation!

Absolutely appreciate the work that Patrick and the team put into training the dogs!! They go…read moreabove and beyond and put you at ease when you leave your pet there for the day!! Significant improvement for my "granddogs".

Great communication and professionalism. A lot of great feedback on training sessions. My dog…read moreprobably wants to live there now.

Mavia and her team are awesome! I am happy to have finally found a great dog training service…read more Everyone working here is very experienced with dogs and are great at explaining things to me. I have used other trainers in the past and this is by far the most progress I have seen out of my dog, Skippy. Before skippy was always pulling on her leash but now is starting to walk by my side. We have done about 3 classes so far and plan to do more! I can't wait to see how much further skippy can advance. Reminder you also have to put in the work. It can't all be on the trainers. :) I try my best to do my dog homework before next sessions.

Don is very knowledgeable and patient. Our dog Lucy has a lot of anxiety issues and Don's training…read morehelped us understand how we can help her overcome some of these issues. He was very determined to help us and give us the tools that we can use to help her. Even though we have finished her training, he is still available for questions and support.

We had a great experience working with Don! He was patient, knowledgeable, and really helped us…read moreunderstand how to communicate better with our dogs. We saw real improvement and learned a lot along the way. Highly recommend!

If you are frustrated, disappointed and need help with your new or out of control canine, Dog…read moreTraining For Owners is the place to call! Kelvin is definitely the person who has the expertise and ability to create a satisfying and healthy relationship with you and your dog. His techniques and guidance (if you follow them!) provide solid and consistent results. We are so thankful that we contacted Kelvin and Kathy for our dog training. They are genuinely committed and dedicated to helping dog owners who are willing to be intimately involved with the training of their dog(s).

Loved the phase 1 training sessions for my 5 month old Ridgeback. Kelvin did an amazing job…read moreteaching me the tools I need to have a well behaved and loving dog!!! I will be back for more sessions in the future.

This is the 3rd time I've taken a puppy to learn the basics at the Right Steps in Fair Oaks. Cindy,…read morethe owner, has many years of training experience using positive reinforcement. Her knowledge of everything puppy is vast!! Classes are small and she works with the group but with the individual owners and their puppies as well. At the first class, owners are given a packet with the weekly training goals as well as a wealth of other puppy behavior info. To have a well trained puppy, it is imperative that owners continue to train at home with the techniques Cindy taught in class. If you do this, you will eventually have one great dog for many years to come.

Cindy is a wonderful positive reinforcement trainer that focuses as much on educating owners as…read morefacilitating dog training. I was unable to complete the initial class that I had signed up for because my puppy had some intestinal parasites but I was able to do a lot of work at home using the study materials and videos she provides. She also went above and beyond to make sure I could participate online and get feedback on my training and even has reached out months after my initial class to offer me a make up space in future classes. Its so clear how much she cares and how committed she is to helping her students be successful.

Training with Val, Social with Unee and Hailey and nail trims with Deena we love All Stage Canine…read moreDevelopment!!

Amazing! Knowledgeable about all breeds! Fearless! Hailey and Val are excellent! Bruce was at a…read moreplay afternoon and they let me know about a rash my dog had that I didn't notice!

Personal and valuable training method. My Beau had become reactive to other dogs on leash after an…read moreattack. Liz helped me work with Beau and gave me the tools needed to train him. It took time, but I was consistent and he is back to my easy going boy.

Jennifer the Owner was very professional and handled this as soon as she read my review. The…read moretraining principles taught at her direction are very valuable and I certainly recommend her training.

I came to Folsom Dog Resort and Training Center for a complimentary training session for my fur…read morebaby. The facility is very nice and extremely spacious, with plenty of room to meet a dog's needs. They also offer a wide variety of services, which is very convenient if you need multiple things taken care of at once. They have training packages available, and after sitting down with the training manager, I feel very optimistic about the training my pup will receive once I'm able to get him scheduled.

We have been taking Bo here for almost two years now and started taking his sibling Sissy now as…read morewell. They love it here and always have a great time. The staff loves animals and they really care about their happiness and well being. I love that they offer PAWTIES to the doggies- its an additional charge but you get a nice picture of your fur children and they seem to get treats :D The young man who seems to be the manager is always so friendly and helpful, they always remember my pups and me and they make a visit here feel like an extension of our home. The dogs wish they could come everyday and are super excited when its a daycare day. Will be back and recommend this to anyone who has doggies- both large and small.

Althea Canines is a fantastic organization! I am a disabled women veteran and have been involved…read morein owner assisted training with my service dog for the past four years. It's been a huge challenge finding a organization that utilizes positive force-free training. There are so many aspects that I love about the staff at Althea Canines! They are compassionate, knowledgeable, and very accessible to their students and pups. Both the staff and canine trainer- Christopher Hayes welcome new students with open arms. I love that Christopher makes training enjoyable and fun! He has a big heart and helps us students feel supported and takes the time to make sure we understand what our pets are trying to communicate so we can have a strong and respectful bond with our animals. Because of PTSD, I often struggle with anxiety, thus making it difficult to concentrate and absorb the material. Chris and the staff make sure that students are comfortable and always open to two-way communication. I can't say enough great things about Althea Canines! There is an array of training program options available depending on student needs, which is quite rare in nonprofit organizations. These folks are absolutely committed and so giving of their time and energy. I feel so blessed to have a training site and trainers that I can keep coming back to for support and education for both me and my service dog, Dawson.

From the owner: Althea Canines is a nonprofit that offers quality canine training with emphasis on fostering…read morewellness through connection, compassion and canine connection. We offer small class sizes ranging from puppy though adulthood, one-one sessions along with Service Dog classes serving our Mental Health Community. We also offer Facility dog training for Police, Fire, EMS and Dispatch.

I sent my dog, Milot 4.5 months, to Powerhouse K9 for a three-week board-and-train program. As a…read morenew dog owner, I'll admit the process felt a bit unconventional, and I decided to wait a few days after she returned home to write this review so I could evaluate the results objectively. Now that we are home, I am incredibly pleased with the outcome. Milot's behavior has shifted significantly for the better. Anthony spent two hours with me during pickup to ensure I understood the commands and techniques he used, and by implementing those daily, I've seen a massive difference in our routine. While the 'behind-the-scenes' of intensive training can feel a bit like a black box for a first-time owner, the results speak for themselves. If you are looking for a program that delivers a noticeable transformation, it is well worth the investment. I'm very happy with Milot's progress! Other things to note - Anthony was very responsive. Sent videos of progress and video chats as well - clean/brushed/bathe at least once before pickup - flexible with drop off and pickup Happy with the result. Highly recommend.

I planned to board my 125‑pound dog at our local pet inn while my family and I were on vacation…read more During his trial weekend, the staff realized they couldn't walk him safely -- when he saw another dog, he pulled so hard that he knocked the staff over. They let me know he wouldn't be able to stay unless he received professional training. With only two weeks before our trip, I reached out to PowerHouseK9. Anthony took him in for a week and made an incredible difference. He taught our dog to heel, walk calmly, and stop pulling on the leash. The improvement was obvious the moment we picked him up. Anthony is knowledgeable, patient, and clearly skilled at working with strong, high‑energy dogs. I'm extremely grateful for the results and highly recommend PowerHouseK9 to anyone looking for effective, professional dog training.