Where do I begin!?! David and his crew are great! They trained my dog Jedi (husky) and without that training, I'd be lost. I don't have to worry about my dog acting up in public or with any other dogs because of what RFRD instilled in his training and obedience. When I travel, I use the Ginger app to set up boarding with them. And I get to add treadmill, agility, training sessions during his boarding if I want. I fully trust RFRD with my dog, no questions asked. The RFRD community keeps growing and always refer anyone looking for training or boarding to go to them. read more

Yes! Call them! Email them! Knock on their door! Go there! If you have a dog (of *any* age) that you need *any* training support with, THESE ARE YOUR PEOPLE! Our rescue pup, Canela, has severe anxiety & had experienced egregious physical trauma at a very young age. (She was about 6mos when she came into our lives.) I'm an experienced dog owner & it was very clear to me that I need support training her. Her needs were beyond what I could/knew how to provide for. (I've usually trained with & worked with my own pups.) But Canela had critically high behavioral needs. (*Note: not aggression/aggression related.) RFRD (Real Food Real Dogs) provide REAL training programs tailored to *your* REAL dog. They know & understand that when it comes to live animals, there is no "one-size fits all". They know & understand that what worked for Spike, may not work for Jax. They evaluate *your* dog & *your* specific situation. Then they develop a training program specifically tailored to *your* dog, *your* needs, & the needs of *your* family. This ranges from group classes, board & train, to a hybrid board & train. We are doing the hybrid board & train which means we bring Canela 4 days per week. These programs run all day from 8am-6pm. (You & RFRD would determine your drop off/pick up time, but it is an all day train.) At each pick up there is a session with your trainer for about 30-45mins. During this session your trainer teaches YOU how to handle & work with your dog, as well as show you what your homework is to be for that day. YES! YOU MUST DO PUT IN THE WORK! They provide real-time videos of your pup of what *you* need to work on at home that are crystal clear, as well as step-by-step written instructions that accompany those training videos. The videos also show what your pup is /has been doing training-wise. (They're amazing!) Probably *the* most important element of the RFRD training program, is YOU doing YOUR PART & video taping the HOMEWORK they have assigned & sending it to the team. Here's why: Your trainer views the videos that YOU PROVIDE OF YOUR WORK WITH YOUR PUP AT HOME, then the trainer can see exactly what they need to work on & how your pup is progressing in their natural environment because the relationship your pup has with you is VERY different that the relationship your pup will have with their trainer. They provide this full-circle of communication & feedback, which most programs & trainers do NOT provide. (I know, I have looked. I have worked with & tried 2 different private trainers!) Lastly, they're very honest with you which is important when you're dealing with live animals. They will not make promises that they cannot keep. They'll tell you when you're doing a great job at home with your pup & they'll tell you when you need to step up your game if you want to see results. I promise you that if you want to see your pup grow, you're serous about you & your family's needs being met, THIS IS YOUR PLACE!! Do it! Call them TODAY! Don't wait!!! They have changed our lives & what is even better is that they have helped our little Canela to live a healthy peaceful life! (And we haven't even't finished our training program!! That's how sure I am!) read more

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This is a long overdue review! We highly recommend RFRD if you have a dog that is hard to manage. Our dog was such a challenge for us because he was so anxious about what seemed like everything. And his anxiety would escalate immediately to aggression with people, other dogs, and even us as his family. We had seen a veterinary behaviorist but she had nothing that worked and wanted to prescribe all kinds of medication. RFRD to the rescue! Unlike some other dogs, ours seemed to need a bit more work. He had an 11 week board and train program. It took a long time because it took him a long time to acclimate. But Daniel and the team stuck with him, built trust, and taught him how to stay focused which helped him manage his anxiety and aggression in stressful circumstances (which for him was most things). They also trained us for a couple of weeks so that we could continue the training at home to maintain the much better behavior. It has been almost 2 years since his training. While we sometimes need to go back for brush up sessions to remind us of how to manage certain situations, we are all much more relaxed at home and in public settings. And their boarding is great too! Now that they know his temperament and know how he was trained, he continues to get his training reinforced when he boards. We know he will be taken care of well and will be in a safe environment. read more

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Not only did RFRD train my best friend Blue to travel and adapt to any environment, but they saved his quality of life by helping find the prefect diet. My pittie suffered from severe food allergies and lost most of his top coat and weight in a matter of weeks. RFRD stepped up and developed a diet and treatment to restore Blue's healthy coat and weight. Three years later Blue couldn't be any more healthy, happy, and disciplined. Thanks RFRD, I should have done this review years ago! read more

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We had such an amazing experience with David and his team. Leaving your dog is never easy, but David made it so much easier with how kind, patient, and genuinely caring he is. You can tell right away that he truly loves what he does and deeply cares about the animals in his care. I had to have surgery, and knowing my boy was with RFRD gave me so much peace of mind. They went above and beyond to make sure my dog was comfortable, safe, and well cared for during that time, which meant more than I can put into words. Everyone is attentive, thoughtful, and clearly invested in the well being of the dogs. The facility is clean, organized, and well run, which just adds another layer of trust. My boy came home happy, relaxed, and clearly loved while he was there. I wouldn't hesitate to trust David and his team again and highly recommend them to anyone looking for a place where their dog will truly be cared for. read more

If you are on the fence about putting your pup in boarding school, this is your sign to do it. My partner and I are first time dog parents to our sweet, high energy Golden Retriever girl, Billie. We were met with a lot of challenges when training her in the beginning. You think reading everything online or watching YouTube videos will help you figure it out, but we were oh so wrong. We went from not being able to take her anywhere to now taking her everywhere. We were skeptical about how long the boarding program was - we didn't want to be away from her for so long. But we realized in order for RFRD to really bond with Billie and learn which learning styles work for her, it was important to have that much time with her. Not only was she learning, but as dog parents we had a lot to learn also. The patience and time in training is so necessary for Billie and us to be successful. If you are concerned about your dog not recognizing you after being away for so long or losing your connection (because I was very worried about this), do not fear - they will remember you and love you even more when you reunite. The issues we wanted to address when we decided to board Billie included: - Leash pulling - which she no longer does. We have been able to go on nice, long walks with Billie vs. before when it was a nightmare. - Resource guarding for food - she used to growl when we would get close to her while she was eating, but she has now learned to trust us. - Nipping - Billie was a super nippy puppy. She does still do it here and there, but she definitely understands the "no" command more than before. Working with David & Lis has been such a pleasure. David is always quick to respond if we have any questions (which you will have after the boarding program is done). He never makes us feel like we're messing up as new dog parents, which we used to always feel. He explains everything so well to make it easy for us to understand - we always appreciated the analogies to human relationships. Since Billie knows the staff very well, it has made it easier to board her when we have to go on trips/vacations. They are amazing at sending videos and photos while you are away. Overall, the boarding program has allowed us to better communicate and understand our pup. It's important to keep in mind that the work continues after the program ends, but we thank RFRD for setting up the foundation for Billie. We feel incredibly lucky to have RFRD by our sides as we navigate this journey with our Billie. THANK YOU SO MUCH to the Academy. read more

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We have been taking our Dog Max here for awhile, its a business and family we trust with our own little ones. The owners and staff are super friendly and great, we can see the pride of ownership in David and LeHang as they have a solid foundation in keeping the pets safe, comfortable and secure. Above all , the staff treat the pets and customers really well, i love their customer service and friendliness. I applaud the staff at RFRD for their care and great work ethic and passion for our fur pets! We will continue to use RFRD for our boarding and lesson needs! Thank YOU RFRD Family! read more

RFRD Academy is a great place to take our puppers, i have my boy Max whos 3yrs old and everytime he goes with RFRD academy, he comes back bathed, cleaned and happy. I like the fact that they send updates of him and walk him around town, which is great because he gets his excercise. Also, i love the fact that they have the entire Kennel space Cool and Air Conditioned making it super comfortable for our Boy Max! 5 stars out of 5 for RFRD Family! thank you!!! read more

I'm not trying to be dramatic... but our experience with RFRD has been LIFE changing. We have a 2yo dog that we've had since she was 8wks. We've been really diligent is trying to train her, and she's a really great dog, but it was getting to a point where we felt like we couldn't manage it anymore. Her pulling on leash (60lb dog so she's very strong), unreliability on recall, and over-excitement with any person or dog she sees... it made us unable to take her places (breweries, baby showers, etc) without crating her. We brought her to dinner at a friend's place once... leashed her on a couch... and she dragged an entire couch over to us. We did the 5wk board and train program - it was perfect since it was over our wedding + honeymoon. We missed her a lot, but appreciated the pictures/videos we were sent on an every few day basis. Daniel was our head trainer and Brassy was our main trainer -- they're both so great with dogs and understand them so well. We're so happy with them. The program itself is extremely well structured. We had a few overnight boardings that came with the program ahead of it starting so she could acclimate to the surroundings. It made a big difference as she would start the training immediately after starting boarding, instead of waiting for her to settle in for a week. Week 5 consists of daily 1-1 sessions with the training so YOU are trained on how to handle your trained dog. After the program, there's another 3 1-1 "touch up" sessions. Really great package and it gives you access to their monthly group trainings and a discount on all future boardings as well (which are great for training maintenance). Our pup can go with us everywhere now. She was trained on an e-collar but it is not at all used in a harmful way - it is more of a communication tool. You can tell that she's excited to work because when I pull the e-collar out, she walks INTO it. Compare that to her old harness where she would run away. I take her to open areas constantly off-leash and I trust her recall. Her heeling on walks are significantly better and she is capable of staying on her "place" for up to 2 hours with other dogs running around. She's still the same rambunctious girl, but when we're ready to work, she knows to snap into it. Training is a forever process and we know we have to stick to it, but so grateful to RFRD for re-setting her foundations and opening up the world to her! read more

This academy does not get enough credit that they deserve. The amount of dedication, professionalism and trust is what I have experienced here with all of my fur babies. ( training, boarding, advices & etc ) David and his staff GENUINELY cares for all the fur babies that train & boards with them. To top it off, they even offer a nutrition plan which made my life a whole lot easier because it is customized to each of my fur babies. If you haven't switched your fur babies to RAW FOOD, then you should contact them asap. read more

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This review is a long time coming. Came to RFRD initially for their board and train service back in October 2020 as our corgi had major reactivity. He went in at 8 months old. We had no idea what we were getting into as the business only had a few reviews at the time and my partner's barber recommended this business. A guy and his barber...am I right? The loyalty is real lol The day we had our initial consultation, I was at my wits end. A month later, his obedience was top notch and was shown that he could be around their demo dogs without wanting to lunge at them. We even hopped on the raw food train with them which has been game changer. David and Daniel along with the whole team have been a godsend. They still to this day help us out when we need a tune up which we greatly appreciate! We consider them family now. The hardest part of board and train, besides being away from your pet, would be the transition back home. It's a learning process and it has definitely tested our household. The team never gave up on us and we always felt like they were in our corner to support us in difficult times. Thank you RFRD team for all that you do! read more

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Do not think twice and get your dog trained at the very best! We were worried about leaving Moo Moo for 5 weeks, but it was the best decision.... EVER! Our dog is more obedient with structure: heel, down, sit, and place. We have the right commands to continue at home. The staff (Wow) especially the owners and trainers have treated us like family and took amazing care of our dog. They sent videos of progression and at home care process. The communication is clear and responsive. We will continue to share this with friends and family that RFRD Academy is a great, clean, structure place for your dog training. Most importantly, Moo Moo's main trainer Brizza! You've answered all our questions with patiences. You made a difference in our dog and family. Thank you so much for everything! read more

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We have a 6 month old Belgian Malinois and our trainer is Kim from RFRD Academy. Kim is seriously the most amazing trainer. She has a great personality and her knowledge is unmatched. Kim encourages you to be a good pet owner and teaches in such a graceful manner. She doesn't make you feel bad for not knowing things. She is always available when we need her for questions and is willing to send links or videos. We have worked with Kim for 4 sessions now and since, have recommended her services to two other new pet owners. Our friends are as in love with her abilities and performance of her job as my husband and I are. If you are looking for a trainer, we 100000% recommend Kim from RFRD. We trust her and her word. read more

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David and his team are truly one of a kind. They really care about the dogs. They are bluntly honest but kind an compassionate. I don't leave with out a good laugh. I appreciate the time and effort they put in to help dogs. As a rescue we have sent several dogs to David that we thought had no return and he has made plans to help them be successful! Photos below are of a 4 year old dog that has NEVER been on a leash or been touched by human he was totally feral an fearful. read more

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We love RFRD! They improved our pet's lives so much! We put Henry (10 yr old toy poodle) and Nova (7 month GSD pandemic puppy) in Board & Train from February-March 2021 Nova already had basic obedience, agility, and crate training but we wanted to make sure he wouldn't develop separation anxiety from us working from home his whole life. We also wanted him to learn how to be more calm around our other pets. Henry was rescued later in his life and had spent his first few years as a backyard dog. He didn't have any training or confidence. He was extremely timid and anxious (we had even been advised to put him on anxiety meds). He had HORRIBLE separation anxiety (peeing, throwing up, shaking when left alone) and he would shut down on walks when loud cars or strong winds came. We were so impressed with our dogs after board and train! Especially with Henry! He was sooo confident and energetic during training and walks! He also learned place command and got crate trained, which helped with his separation anxiety! Nova's obedience got a lot more cleaned up and he got better at not getting excited by distractions. We are still working on these things every day (David, Daniel, and Shawna emphasize that training is a life long process) but we are so happy that we can all live peacefully at home and also take the boys on so many adventures! Shawna was always so responsive and sent us pictures and videos when we were missing our pups. She and the team also continued to respond to our questions and concerns long after our boys came home from B&T. Our dogs also LOVE their food and have shown amazing improvement in their digestion and stools Henry's energy levels since changing to their food have also improved so much. The only area of improvement/ heads up we have is Henry's eyes got pretty gunked up and his hair got pretty matted during B&T. (We don't blame RFRD though because he's always been a nightmare to groom). It helped the second time he went for boarding that we got him groomed at his regular groomer before we dropped him off They also allowed us to rent a ruffland crate to keep Nova safe during our road trip our Lake Tahoe trip when we couldn't get a hold of one! When we noticed Henry getting anxious again, David took him back for a couple days to help us figure out what was going on. They really have amazing customer service! Overall we loved our experience with RFRD! Thanks so much! read more

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Their Board and Train program was the best decision we made for our rescue dog. Our dog has always been scared and anxious. We did our best on our own to help her come out of her shell, but realized we needed professional help. Through a recommendation, we found this place. We were a little intimidated at first, but once we worked with the trainers we immediately could tell they were extremely knowledgeable and genuinely cared about the well being and most importantly, the psychological aspect of our fur baby. They are equipped in training canines from all sorts of backgrounds and cater their sessions based on what each dog needs. Our dog, in this particular case, took longer than usual to come out of her shell. They never pushed her and once she started gaining more confidence, she blossomed. The best part about this was the at-home training. Our trainer was available for any help we needed and checked in with us often. We learned so much about ourselves and how to best handle our dog. Now, when we introduce our dog to new situations we read her body language and know how to guide her to think on her own and rely on her training. We're thankful to the trainers and staff for teaching us how to be better dog owners and helping our dog be more confident. We know that as she processes new and previously scary situations, our dog is building confidence. This ability to work through situations and not resort to fear means our dog will live a better life going forward. read more

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Truly amazing training! My Lab Cooper and I just finished a 5 week training course and wow! We both have learned so much. Coop was very scared of people and dogs and lacked confidence, he became very reactive towards other dogs and I didn't how to manage it. Coming to RFRD has changed mine and Coops life for the better.I gained so much knowledge here and learned why Coop was so scared and what I had to do to help him overcome all his fears. They really take the time to learn about your dog and come up with a training course that's good for your pet. They give you homework to practice with your pet and it has helped me have a better relationship with Coop. We both have gained so much confidence. Coop and I will take all this information we know and continue to train. All the trainers are very knowledgeable and really care for your pet which made me very happy. Everyone there is very nice and very helpful.I cannot thank them enough for all the help! I definitely recommend checking them out! read more

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Had an amazing boarding experience with the RFRD team! Super clean facility and great, friendly team. It's not your typical "free play all day" boarding facility and every dogs experience is tailored to their needs/working style with great balance and structure (heaven on earth for Working Breeds). They treat your dog like their own and provide frequent updates on how your pet is doing. We had a quick consultation to ensure that our dog would be a good fit for their boarding requirements (health check from your vet is required!) and a walk through of the facility. I could tell that our dog had a great time and was super comfortable around David and his team. :) We'll be back again soon - thank you, RFRD! read more

David and his team of trainers are excellent at what they do. They train dogs exceptionally well. We put our Schnauzer puppy, Tiger, through the 4 week board and training program and it was well worth it! Tiger now has a great foundation of training that we can build upon. He listens to all our commands and is eager to continue to learn. Before the program, we didn't know how to work with Tiger effectively but the RFRD team taught us how to work with our pup and set us up for success. The sessions at the end of the program were retraining us, the owners, how to work with Tiger. Each session, we became more confident that we could give Tiger what he needs, positive engagement and work. Thanks so much to everyone at RFRD Academy! You all did an excellent job with Tiger! Tiger, my wife and I are forever grateful! read more

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RFRD and their staff are the real deal! To keep things short, I sent my rescue dog for an 8 week board and train to work on loose leash walking, leash reactivity, and leash aggression. I've worked with other trainers in the past who haven't been able to make progress on any, so I admit, I was a bit hesitant, but decided to bite the bullet. Now I regret not going through with this program sooner. Pennie has become so much more in tune with me while and Daniel has helped tremendously during our go home sessions to ensure that I was equipped to continue her training after her program. The hardest part of this 8 week program was being away from my dog for so long, but RFRD staff were amazing in sending numerous videos and pictures throughout the week, which made it a bit easier. They were always very responsive to my many, many questions and quite honest in their methodology, and for that I'm so thankful. If you're considering their board and train program for your dog, I 100% recommend working with these folks. read more

I can't give enough props in words... the crew and facility are amazing. We brought our 90 lb. Belgian Malinois here to sort out some behavior issues and enrolled him in their board and train program. They gave us personalized consultation up front and really listened to our concerns. They provided a customized program, worked him through, and then helped us with a solid take-home routine to ensure our ability to manage him moving forward. They truly stand by their workmanship, offering support and guidance long after the take home. Our dog is a family member, and I wouldn't trust his care to anyone else after seeing how much effort and knowledge they bring to the craft. We continue to board him periodically when we travel, and although we miss him when we are apart, it is great comfort to know he is in the good hands. They accommodate his dietary needs and look after him like one of their own. We love them for what they have done for us. Our high-energy working dog has learned so much from them, and so have we. read more

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The team here is fantastic. I had brought my pup, Korra, here on a friend's recommendation. They took great care of her and did an amazing job training her and teaching me how to interact with her. They really worked with me to help me learn how to understand my dog. They were flexible and patient during the training and continued to answer questions and checked in even after the Board and Train. It's definitely an environment where you can tell that the trainers care and love dogs and are not just there for the money. read more

We brought our 6 year old dog in for boarding and training and we could not be happier with the transformation after 8 weeks at RFRD. We rescued our small terrier/pom mix when he was just a year old and over the years his reactivity got progressively worse. Additionally he was tough to walk on the leash, he would constantly tug and pull and anything, everything and nothing. We were unable to take him out with us because of this constant pulling, lunging, barking and whining. After his boarding we were shocked by how obedient he was and how well he followed commands. We were so excited at the prospect of finally being able to take him out with us. Overall we were so impressed with each and every one at RFRD - every trainer was incredibly knowledgeable and knew how to help us understand how to work with Buster. Even after taking him home the team was so engaged - they consistently checked in on us and gave us advice on how to transition him back home. Over the past few weeks, as we've gotten more comfortable with his training and commands, we've seen our pup continue to progress. We recognize that the training is life long, but I know that RFRD will continue to provide support as needed. Sending our pup for training here was the best decision, I only wish we had done it sooner. We recommend RFRD to everyone we come across! read more

We can't thank David, Daniel, LeHang and the rest of his professional staff enough for what they have done for our puppy, Samedi, and us. We are very please that David, Daniel et al got Samedi to start understanding commands and more importantly, our expectations of her. We wasted quite a bit of time when Samedi was growing up, waiting for certain trainers to become available. That was a mistake, We should have sent her to David a lot earlier. It woulds have been much easier for her and for us. With David's help Samedi is now well-conditioned to work with us to enhance our life experience together. Also worth mentioning, David's program include a few visits to our home to help us work with Samedi at home and at places we hang out together at (e.g., our neighborhood coffee shop). David watched us work with Samedi and provided us real-time advice and adjustments. That was immensely helpful. Thank you, RFRD! read more

Great experience from start to finish. I brought my Napa in for an evaluation was given a very thorough explanation of their methods, the reasoning behind it, and recommendation for length of board and train (5 weeks). To make things more complex, we were moving right after the end of her training. LeHang scheduled our go-home-sessions prior to Napa's departure in order for the entire family to learn handling techniques and commands. David and Brizza availed themselves to meet us out in the community, which was EXTREMELY helpful because we never had the confidence to do so prior to training. Our dog is sweet, smart, and gentle girl but she didn't always introduce herself that way to the world. The training she received at RFRD helped improve her focused attention, sustained attention, impulse control, and overall obedience. The fact that they took our specific needs into consideration like not jumping on people and tolerating my "handsy" kids, made the experience feel personalized. I know my dog received individual, specialized training because it was tailored to us. Even though I call her my dog (because I love her the most), she now follows commands from everyone in the house. In fact, if one of my kids gives her a command she will not break it if I call her. This was previously an issue but now she respects the heirarchy and knows that the kids are the boss of her, too. I'm sad that we're now too far away to take advantage of the outings and follow up sessions. However, I am confident that we have the tools to progress her skills now that the foundation has been laid. read more

I can't say enough goood things about these guys! Daniel (head trainer) was our dog Onyx' trainer (however all of the dogs work with all of the trainers at one point to get them used to different people I think) and he was amazing. He was very straight to the point and taught us everything we needed to know. Onyx is such a well behaved dog now all thanks to them!!! David (the owner) was always so kind and accommodating, always explaining their method of training and making sure everything was clear. Lehang was in charge of the scheduling and answering our questions over the phone/text and would respond right away, making the process so smooth. Thank you again, RFRD. Yall are family to us now lol read more

David and his team are extremely knowledgeable and great with getting to know your pup and the best way to work with them. My French Bulldog did a month long training at RFRD Academy and came back super confident and able to listen to commands well. I've also boarded my puppy there and always feel totally comfortable leaving him, knowing he's in good and having a great time. They're also always available to answer questions or to provide training tips on how to best handle a situation. Whether training, boarding or providing awesome raw food service, I would highly recommend RFRD Academy. read more

I cannot think of an organization more worthy of 5 stars than David and his amazing team at RFRD Academy. Our puppy, Rex, was a part of a 4-week long training program at 4 months old and we were blown away with the results. Rex worked with Shauna and she is worthy of every praise. She is an experienced professional trainer who is compassionate, fun, energetic, and patient with dogs (and people alike) she also understands their positive and negative behavioral motivations. During training we received constant progress updates (and videos) which we were eager to receive. . Once we got Rex back we were pleasantly surprised with his behavior...he had the demeanor of a 5 year old dog, not a 5 month old puppy. Subsequently, we have received follow up communication from Shauna to help us with any adjustments that was needed. We also use their Food Service since the day we brought Rex home. He has been on their custom raw diet and it is phenomenal as well. We are constantly approached by strangers commenting on how great Rex looks (from his coat to his body) and I am convinced it's because of the quality food they provide. If you are looking for a trusted well organized place for your pup, I would highly recommend this spot! read more

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Special thanks to the David and his team at RFRD. EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE! Shawna was very patience with my numerous questions. She gave immediate responses and kept us apprised with videos of Luna. Everything essential we wanted with Luna's training from RFRD Academy was delivered. They gave me a week of opportunities to go down there and help me to handle Luna. VERY IMPRESSIVE. Also, another perk they offer that no other company does is checking up on your pet after the board & training. They also offer three follow-up sessions and access to group sessions once a month for the rest of her life. SWEET!! I did my fair share of checking out other training facilities, but I was most impressed with RFRD. RFRD Academy is the only dog training facility you should check out. read more

We highly recommend RFRD Academy for your Dog's training needs. The Owners & Staff are amazing! They love & care for your dog & treat them like their own. They are all EXTREMELY KNOWLEDGEABLE. They also have a foundation for adoptions as well. If you have any dog training issues or are looking for a dog to adopt - this is the place to call. read more

I don't even know where to start, other than this place is amazing!!! Since they have opened, we have brought our dogs in multiple times for boarding and training! (i'm a crazy dog mom who doesn't trust ANYONE with my dogs) but the staff here treats my babies as if they are their own! My girl has behavioral issues and she has come so far with doing training here! We've seen a HUGE difference in her attitude and her obeying to commands. Even not during training, i am still able to reach out to them for help and questions and their response time is quick and always helpful. We even bring the dogs in for doggy play dates For all dog owners, I would 100% recommend this place!!!! read more

We went to RFRD after my dogs got into a couple fights. My mom knew the owner and I reached out to him and set up a consultation meeting. After the consultation we left our American Bully, Kong, the same day for one month board and train. They sent us daily progress videos to show us how he was doing. We brought him home after the month and continued everything that he learned and we continue to stay consistent with his training. We are so grateful for Frenchy, Justin, and David. Our family and friends are really impressed with Kong. They can't believe he's the same dog but with much better manners. Thanks, RFRD. read more

RFRD Academy - Pet Training Near Me - San Jose, California

This is a long overdue review I have been meaning to write. First off -- I would like to give a special thanks to David and his team for being so welcoming are reassuring with the entire process. They communicated through every step of the way to make sure our Doberman puppy was in good hands. They were thorough in explaining the types of training they would be focusing on and the rationale behind the way they do things. We worked closely with Shawna who was in direct contact with us. We appreciated the updates and videos she would send us of Blaire. Shawna went above and beyond to reassure us of Blaire's safety and progress. She answered questions and addressed any concerns. We are so thankful that we decided to place Blaire in training at Raw Food Raw Dog Academy for 5 weeks. Definitely noticed a huge improvement in her behavior, confidence level, focus, and engagement. Would 100% recommend to anyone who wants to see their puppy succeed. Thanks again! read more

RFRD Academy and Food service has been beyond amazing. Our pup did a month long training here and has been on their custom raw diet since day-one. Incredible results from their quality care. He came back form is month training super confident and very responsive to basic commands, even at 3 months! The subsequent ease of further training is testament to the foundation they set. He was so happy we knew he had been well cared for. The food program is amazing as well. He's been a picture of health. Weight gain is right on point and he maintains a lean muscular look with a gleaming coat. And the main secret: the poops are tiny! And if I miss picking one up, All of find is a tiny dried up finger-sized chunk - and he's over 95 lbs! Highly recommend these guys, whether your looking to increase your dogs health with the raw food program, top notch training facilities, or their boarding, doesn't get any better than RFRD. Thanks fellas! read more

My friends, look no further for a facility that does it all! We have a doberman named Maya who is our whole world. We booked a last minute vacation and a friend recommended RFRD. We scheduled a consultation with LeHang and she let us know that the facility isn't your typical "let your dog run wild to socialize" type of boarding. It is a structured facility, meaning, socialization is training time. Which is what we were looking for! During the consultation with Daniel, he met maya and recommended her to day board for a couple of days prior to our flight so that Maya could get accustomed to the staff and facility FREE OF CHARGE! This really showed us that they care for the dogs well being. They even accommodated us for a 6AM drop off time!! Through out our vacation we received videos and pictures of Maya TRAINING with other dogs and different distractions!! We received videos of the staff playing with maya. We even received videos of maya working through her nerves around loud noises which is something that she struggles with! (SHE CRUSHED IT THANKS TO RFRD) We are so grateful that we found RFRD because it is such a GEM. Most facilities just crate your dog and don't do much with your dog if they're "just boarding". But we saw that maya was treated similar to a board and train because of the foundation of obedience that she has. This shows me her stay with RFRD was tailored to her skills and she wasn't just a sitting duck. When we picked her up 8 days later, we knew she was in great hands because of her demeanor. When we picked her up she smelt GOOD. There was no "dirty dog" stench at all. She looked HAPPY. And she was CALM. Thank you RFRD team for doing what you do, we will be back!!! read more

If you have a puppy or adult dogs need some training or behavior reinforcement, David and his team are here to help. From the initial evaluation session, David will guide you through the type training is needed for your pup. My puppy is lacked self-confidence so when he is around other dogs, he would bark loudly and non stop. David's training plan consisted of building up his confident level with more interaction with calm and submissive dogs. More interaction with calm and submissive dogs, the pup would know it is ok to be around other dogs without the fear being around them. Now my puppy is doing well with other dogs walking by and David even started put him on agility training. Lastly , we do feel the professional help and hands on training ( for both dogs and pet owners ) are so key ; and it makes huge different and very productive , compared with self-learning online or book reading.. at least that totally works better for us, while training our 4-legs family members . We learn so much from these interactive sessions ( even we have been pet owners for a long time) . read more

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Where shall I start? I brought Jedi, my 4 month old Siberian Husky at the time, to RFRD Academy because I was in serious need of training for my energetic and wild pup. They have a couple different training options and I was able to to choose to leave Jedi there for a 4 week training and boarding period. I was able to see Jedi's improvement weekly and each week, he would surprise me from where he initially started. Towards the end of the training, they brought me in several times so I could get used to the commands that David and his crew have taught Jedi. It was like night and day with Jedi. They did an incredible job with him and have helped me with getting Jedi more obedient and building his confidence up. Their communication is great and answer any questions I have with Jedi now that he is home. I've learned a lot. I cannot thank them enough for how much they have helped Jedi and I. I definitely recommend anyone with a puppy or adult dog that is need of any kind of training. Money well invested! read more

Let me start by saying that David and his staff are good and genuine people. I was getting my RAW FOOD from David when he told me that he had a doggy boot camp. I have french bulldog and for those who have a frenchie knows how stubborn they can be. I had him since he was 2 months and had taught him the basic commands (sit, stay, and lay down), he would stay on my left side when I walked him but he wasn't consistent. Also, he would bark almost out of control when I would let my other dog out to use the bathroom. So at 6 months old we put him in the RFRD Academy 28 days boot camp in mid May. There we met French the dog trainer who was very knowledgeable about frenchies among other breeds. We picked him up 28 days later and immediately saw the difference in his focus. He was walking on the left side, making eye contact, and had a calm demeanor. What stood out was when French brought out 5 dogs out at one time and no barking and all the dogs were behaving including my dog. French gave me some tips and homework afterwards to keep with the training. The 28 days of boot camp and the everyday of 20 to 30 mins of reinforcing the commands have made a world of a difference. THANK YOU David, French, and RFRD Academy!! read more

This academy has done great with my dog. From his socializing skills to his health to his over all training. The staff is always willing to help and always go beyond the call. Highly recommend read more

Where to begin, other than this place and it's crew is the epitome of the expression going above and beyond. I rescued a 1 year old corso, Rocky in 2017. Adjusting to his new home came with lack of appetite and that's when I was referred to David. He welcomed us to his home and broke down the process of a RFRD, and the education behind the science. Their passion for their mission and community is truly inspiring. Last December Rocky suffered from a spinal injury, wasn't entirely sure how things would play out for him, David, Frenchie and Bien were there every step of the way, and I will be forever grateful to them. They didn't just accept the inevitable, their perseverance and knowledge that they provided, gave me the ability to understand all the alternative options that would be best for Rocky. I am happy to say Rocky is doing well, and I couldn't have done it without my RFRD family, I highly recommend the academy and their stellar team. read more

RFRD Academy - Pet Training Near Me - San Jose, California