Confident Canines Academy
Service area: Serves Gilroy and the greater Bay Area, including San Jose and surrounding communities.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Barking Excessively
- Separation Anxiety
- Biting / Nipping
- Potty Training
- Resource Guarding
- Fearfulness
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Group Classes
- Board and Train
- Day Training
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
- Intensive Program
Types of Dogs
- Small
- Medium
- Large
- Giant
- Herding
- Sporting
- Working
- Hounds
- Terriers
- Doodles
- Brachycephalic
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
- Senior (8+ years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Positive Reinforcement Only
Equipment:
- ✓ Clickers
- ✓ Food Rewards
- ✓ Harnesses
- ✓ Flat Collars
Programs include Puppy Training, Day Training, Board and Train, and Private Lessons. Each begins with a free consultation to assess behavior, set goals, and create a custom plan. Board and Train involves the dog staying with trainers for intensive work. Day Training and Private Lessons offer one-on-one or small group sessions. All programs include unlimited group classes for a year and lifelong phone/email support.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Offers affordable packages including a full year of unlimited group classes. Free transformation session with no commitment required. Financing options available. Specific pricing not listed; requires consultation.
Policies
No program commitment required for the free consultation. Unlimited phone and email support provided for the life of the dog. No details on cancellation or rescheduling policies provided.
Testimonials
Great training for our Labradoodle, Chip! The trainers were well organized and knew what they were doing. Confident Canines helped build his confidence and strengthen our bond with him.
Highly recommend!!
We decided to board and train our dog at the Confident Canines Academy and had a great experience. Mark and Camila were exceptional by giving us guidance with how to train our dog during our sessions. We could tell they were very knowledgeable and genuinely cared about our dog. All around a great team and would recommend to others!
We took our Cane Corso to them for help and treating his reaction to others. Came home after a month a truly change dog. Mike and Camila with Mark, really put in work for Santo to trust and respect each of them, which was no easy task, from when we brought him in. Santo came in like a villain and left there like a superhero. Our part is to keep the momentum going on what Mike and his team have taught him, reassuring his training achievements, and showing us how to keep teaching and being a positive role model for our dog. Camila took time to teach us before we left with him to be on top of things and making sure we had no questions unanswered, which really help secure our mental process before we got home. He also has his supply house is called Belt Fed kennel supply for any other items you may require for your dog, which really help to be so close and get what we needed before heading home. Santos exit plan was awesome, never rushed out, just really making sure we were well informed. We are grateful for Mike and his crew at Confident Canines Academy Truly Blessed today to have different dog. Ps No more sleeping on the bed for both dogs! Listened well to that command on our part!
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About the Trainer
Confident Canines Academy is a dog training business serving dog owners in Gilroy and the greater Bay Area, specializing in personalized training programs to address behavioral issues and build strong owner-dog bonds. They offer private lessons, day training, and board and train programs tailored to each dog’s unique personality and needs. Their approach includes thorough behavior evaluations, custom training plans, and unlimited phone and email support for the life of the dog. They help with issues like excessive barking, leash pulling, separation anxiety, resource guarding, aggression, biting, and fearfulness. They also provide free consultations and include a full year of unlimited group classes in their packages to promote socialization and skill reinforcement.
Their trainers are certified by the American Kennel Club and have over 10 years of experience. They work with all breeds and dog ages, from puppies to seniors, and emphasize positive, relationship-based training methods. They also operate a nearby supply store called Belt Fed Kennel Supply for dog training equipment and essentials.
Clients report significant improvements in their dogs’ behavior, including reduced aggression, better obedience, and stronger trust between dog and owner. The business prioritizes clear communication, client education, and long-term success beyond the training period.
Accomplishments
Trainers are certified by the American Kennel Club and have over 10 years of experience. Successfully transformed dogs with severe behavioral issues including aggression and fearfulness. Clients report dramatic improvements in dog behavior and owner-dog relationships.
How to Get Started!
Client engagement begins with a free transformation session or phone consultation. During this session, trainers evaluate the dog’s behavior, identify issues, set training goals, and create a custom plan. No commitment is required to participate.
Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
Certifications
- CPDT-KA
Associations
- AKC
Languages
- English
Other Services Offered
- Pet supply store
Location
8380 Church St, Gilroy, CA 95020Listing Tools for Trainers
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