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    Placer SPCA

    3.4 (9 reviews)
    Closed • 12:00 pm - 4:30 PM

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    Animal shelters

    Private dog training

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    Sierra K 9 Academy

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    I purchased my first Great Dane in September 2025. At nine months old he was 135 pounds - and I am…read moreonly 120 pounds! My dog (Goliath) and I needed some serious training so I did not get dragged. Bill worked with us for 6 weeks (1 x per week) and he was truly amazing. He was firm and compassionate. Goliath had the utmost respect for Bill and did what he asked. Every week we met, Goliath became more of a pleasure than a puppy pain-in-the-a@##! I've had dogs forever and have worked with several trainers. By far, Bill is the most knowledgeable and effective trainer I've ever known. I am now confident in taking Goliath anywhere and having him remain obedient. I can take him on walks without using the claw collar - something I thought I'd never be able to do. Bill makes himself available after training ends in case further help in needed. I would strongly recommend Bill - he is worth every penny.

    I cannot say enough good things about my experience with Sierra Canine Academy. From the beginning,…read morethe training and support have been amazing. Bill genuinely cares about helping both you and your dog succeed, follows through, answers questions, and makes sure you feel supported throughout the process. When we first started, Roxy was a shy puppy who lacked confidence. The difference in her now is incredible. She has become so much more confident, listens to me, is excited to train, and genuinely wants to work for me. He has completely transformed my dog. One thing I really appreciate is how flexible he is with both the owner and the dog. He understands that every dog is different and is always willing to adjust the training, try new things, and figure out what works best rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach. You can tell he truly wants his clients to succeed and cares about the outcome. He and his wife are also some of the kindest and most genuine people, which has made the entire experience even better. I am extremely grateful for everything Bill has done for Roxy and me. I would absolutely recommend Sierra Canine Academy to anyone looking for a trainer who truly cares, follows through, and wants both you and your dog to succeed.

    Benchmark Dog Training

    Benchmark Dog Training

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    I enrolled my dog in their 3-week board-and-train program for $3,600. During camp, they sent…read moreoccasional photos and videos, which made me feel things were going well. But when I got her back, she was wearing a prong collar -- one of those metal collars with sharp prongs. I was told to keep it on for a week and follow their training modules exactly. We followed their instructions. A week later, I discovered puncture wounds on her neck. They were bleeding and infected, so we rushed her to the emergency vet, where she was treated for several punctures and infection. The bill came to $1,400. When I contacted Benchmark, horrified, the trainer admitted she "had forgotten to mention" that the prong collar should only be used during training sessions and removed afterward. That information would have been critical and could have prevented the injury. The follow up email with instructions also did not mention it anywhere. I still don't know if she was already hurt before she came back home, or if the tight collar caused it during that week, but either way, it was a major oversight. The collar itself was clearly too tight. If they had added just one more link, it would have fit better and may have avoided the injury altogether. Instead, my dog suffered, and the recovery set her back weeks -- undoing much of the progress she had made. Benchmark's official response was that they "take no responsibility" for anything that happens outside of camp. After that, I never heard back from them. My program was supposed to include follow-up lessons, but once I reported the injury, it seems they cut off communication. Between the $3,600 program and the $1,400 vet bill, I lost $5,000 -- and ended up with a traumatized dog who couldn't even continue her training while she healed. They claim to care about animals, but they rely on harsh tools like prong collars and e-collars, fit them improperly, and fail to provide basic instructions on safe use. Then, when their methods cause real harm, they refuse to take accountability. I waited a few weeks to see if Benchmark Dog Training would reach back out to address what happened to my dog. They never did, so I'm sharing my experience here. I cannot recommend Benchmark Dog Training. If you love your pups, look elsewhere.

    Marsha was professional and on time. We signed up for private lessons at our home. She was great…read morewith our dog and also us, as first time dog owners. She was knowledgeable and patient. She taught us how to be firm with our spirited puppy while also balancing love and patience. She was great at answering questions we had with challenges. Our puppy learned several commands and we learned some tips and tricks to help our puppy and ourselves be successful in our training goals.

    Placer SPCA - animalshelters - Updated October 2026

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