Dog Training For Owners

Training is structured around Phase Training, which teaches owners foundational skills to build a strong bond and effective communication with their dog. Programs include Puppy Training (Kinder-Pup), Day Training, Board & Train Boot Camp, and in-home sessions for targeted behavior issues. All programs emphasize owner involvement, with techniques integrated into daily routines. Therapy Dog Certification and Service Dog Training are offered with structured evaluation and certification processes. Training is not one-size-fits-all; methods are customized to each dog’s personality and the owner’s goals. Seminars and workshops are also available for additional learning.

Pricing Summary

Pricing details are not publicly listed. Training options include one-on-one Phase Training, Day Training, Board & Train Boot Camp, and in-home sessions. Packages are tailored to individual goals and lifestyles, with no fixed rates disclosed online. Contact for personalized pricing.

Policies

No explicit cancellation or rescheduling policies are stated on the website. Clients are encouraged to contact directly for scheduling and policy inquiries.

Dog Training for Owners is a premier dog training business in Northern California, serving Sacramento, El Dorado, and Placer counties. Founded in 1984, the business was established by Kelvin and Kathy, who bring over 35 years of hands-on experience training working dogs, including protection, security, and K9 partners. They specialize in training owners as much as dogs, emphasizing that the owner’s behavior and communication are foundational to successful training. Their approach is personalized, adapting techniques to each dog’s temperament and the owner’s lifestyle. They offer in-home, facility-based, day, and board-and-train programs, along with puppy training held inside a sanitized pet hospital to ensure safety during early socialization. They also provide therapy dog certification, service dog training, and dog acquisition consultations. Their philosophy centers on building a strong bond between owner and dog through positive, fun, and consistent training that eliminates blame and fosters mutual respect.

They emphasize real-world results over cookie-cutter methods, teaching owners how to integrate training into daily life rather than formal sessions. Their puppy program, Kinder-Pup, follows AVSAB guidelines, promoting early socialization in a controlled, clean environment. They reject impractical loose-leash walking, instead teaching the heel position from the start. Their services extend to behavior modification, recall training, and addressing reactivity, fearfulness, and resource guarding. They also volunteer as a therapy dog team, visiting hospitals, schools, and libraries.

The business is licensed and insured, and all training is tailored to individual needs, whether the goal is a well-mannered family pet, a certified therapy dog, or a service dog for special needs. They provide training videos, nutrition advice, and educational resources to empower owners long after sessions end.

Accomplishments

Trainers have over 35 years of experience since 1984, working with protection, security, and K9 teams. Authorized to evaluate and certify Pet Partners Therapy Dogs. Volunteers as a therapy dog team visiting hospitals, schools, and libraries. Trained dogs for diverse roles including service, therapy, and working positions. Follows AVSAB guidelines for puppy socialization.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients are encouraged to contact the business via the online contact form to discuss their needs. A consultation is available to assess the dog’s behavior, the owner’s goals, and recommend the most suitable training program. No free initial consultation is offered, but personalized program recommendations are provided upon contact.