Diablo K9 Academy

Ranked #4 in Pleasanton and #335 in California

4 Stars,12 Reviews
5990 Camino Tassajara, Pleasanton, CA 94588

Service area: Diablo K9 Academy is located at 5990 Camino Tassajara Rd, Pleasanton CA 94588, though they state they are actually located in Danville. They provide directions from the Danville area (Hwy 680) and Dublin (Hwy 580). In-home training services are also offered.

Service Overview

Types of Dog Training

  • Family Dog
  • Behavior Modification

Specialty Focus Areas

  • Basic Obedience
  • Potty Training
  • Reactivity / Aggression
  • Recall

Training Formats Offered

  • Private Lessons
  • In-Home
  • Private Facility
  • Board and Train
  • Day Training

Program Formats

  • One-Time Consultation
  • Sessions Package
  • Intensive Program

Dog Training Methodology

Methods: 

  • Balanced Training

Diablo K9 Academy offers Private Lessons, a Board and Train Program, and Doggie Day Care. Private lessons are individual 45-minute sessions customized to specific needs, covering issues like potty-training, basic obedience, aggression, and recall. These can be conducted in-home or at their kennel.

The Board and Train Program is a customized 2-4-6 week program where dogs stay at the facility and receive multiple lessons daily. Doggie Day Care provides fun-filled outdoor playtime, with dogs grouped by size and activity level. A consultation and current vaccination record are required for daycare acceptance.

For boarding, owners must bring their dog’s vaccination record, food, medicines, chews/bones, and a washable blanket or bed. Playtime is offered for friendly and social dogs. Drop-off and pick-up times for boarding are Monday through Friday, 8-9:30 am. Daycare drop-off is Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8-9:30 am, with pick-up from 3-5 pm.

Pricing & Policies

Pricing Summary

Boarding is priced at $80 per day. Doggie Day Care costs $50 per day. Private lessons are available at two price points: In-Home Training is $200, and lessons at their kennel are $100. Pricing for the 2-4-6 week Board and Train Program requires a call for more information.

About the Trainer

Diablo K9 Academy offers personalized dog training programs through one-on-one private instruction. They utilize a balanced approach to training, emphasizing positive rewards and focusing on achieving results. They employ a variety of proven training methods to teach basic exercises to dogs of diverse temperaments. The academy also instructs owners on the proper use of commands, rewards, and equipment to ensure confidence in continuing the training.

In addition to training, Diablo K9 Academy provides boarding services and Doggie Day Care. Their boarding service requires owners to bring vaccination records, food, medicines, chews/bones, and a washable blanket or bed. Doggie Day Care offers fun-filled outdoor playtime, with dogs grouped by size and activity level for safety and happiness.

They offer private lessons, a Board and Train program, and Doggie Day Care. Group training classes are not currently available. All services involving drop-off and pick-up have specific hours, and reservations are required for training programs.

How to Get Started!

To begin Doggie Day Care, a consultation and current vaccination record are required. Reservations must be made in advance for training programs. For details on the Board and Train program, clients are advised to call the academy. The best method of contact is via email at shane@diablok9.com, or by completing the contact form available on their website.

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    Availability

    • Weekdays
    • Morning
    • Afternoon

    Languages

    • English
    • wheelchair accessible entrance
    • wheelchair accessible parking

    Other Services Offered

    • Dog day care center
    • Pet boarding service
    • Kennel

    Location

    5990 Camino Tassajara, Pleasanton, CA 94588