H.O.P. E. Dog Training

Ranked #2 in Norco and #136 in California

4.9 Stars,78 Reviews
1180 Sixth St, Norco, CA 92860

Service area: Norco, CA

Service Overview

Types of Dog Training

  • Family Dog
  • Competition / Agility
  • Behavior Modification

Specialty Focus Areas

  • Basic Obedience
  • Puppy Training
  • Leash Pulling
  • Reactivity / Aggression
  • Jumping on People
  • Barking Excessively
  • Biting / Nipping
  • chewing
  • Separation Anxiety
  • Potty Training
  • Resource Guarding
  • Fearfulness
  • Stealing Food
  • Recall

Training Formats Offered

  • Day Training
  • Board and Train
  • Group Classes

Program Formats

  • Intensive Program

Age of Dogs Trained

  • Puppy (<1 year)
  • Adolescent (1-2 years)
  • Adult (2-8 years)

Dog Training Methodology

Methods: 

  • Balanced Training

Equipment: 

  • Obstacle Courses

H.O.P.E. Dog Training offers a variety of programs including Day Training, Overnight Training, Socialization Training, and Group Classes. Private training services are currently unavailable.

Day Training is a Monday through Friday daycare-style program where dogs are trained by staff during the day and return home in the evening. Drop-off is 8:30 am-9:30 am, and pick-up is 4:00 pm-5:00 pm. Programs include a 10-day On Leash Basic Obedience/Refresher Course and a 15-day On Leash program covering basic obedience, pack walks/field trips, and behavioral issues. Daily updates with videos/pictures are provided, and a hands-on training session with a written command sheet is given on the final day.

Overnight Training programs allow dogs to be in a controlled environment for consistent training. These programs are suitable for owners who lack time for training. Options include 2-week On Leash Basic Obedience/Refresher, 3-week On Leash for behavioral issues with pack walks/field trips, 4-week On/Off Leash for off-leash obedience and minor behavioral issues, and 6-week On/Off Leash for off-leash obedience and behavioral modification. Dogs receive daily one-on-one training, private temperature-controlled lodging, regular meals and breaks, and daily video/picture updates. A final hands-on session and command sheet are provided.

Socialization Training aims to build confidence and impulse control in shy, scared, or reactive dogs. It helps dogs achieve consistent behavior in various environments and around different stimuli. Customizable programs are available, including a 5-day Day Socialization Training Program and a 5-day Overnight Socialization Training Program.

Group Classes include a 4-week Puppy K/Dog 101 class focusing on basic obedience (PLACE, SIT, DOWN, STAY, HEEL, OFF, COME) with a limit of 10 dogs. The Active K9 class is a weekly drop-in for bonding games and agility activities, including jumps, a teeter, a dog walk, a suspension bridge, and a tower, with a limit of 16 dogs. Active K9 requires prior Hope basic obedience training or an evaluation.

Pricing & Policies

Pricing Summary

Boarding services are $60 per night, with an additional $25 for each extra dog in the same room. Daycare is $35 per day. An early drop-off or late pick-up fee of $20 per dog applies.

Group classes include Puppy K/Dog 101 for $175 for 4 consecutive weeks, and Active K9, a weekly drop-in class, for $25. Socialization Training programs are priced at $600 for a 5-day day training program and $700 for a 5-day overnight program. Payment plans are available for training programs.

About the Trainer

H.O.P.E. Dog Training is a professional dog training business located in Norco, CA, also known as “Horse town USA.” They utilize balanced dog training methods, focusing on creating communication between owners and their dogs in real-world settings. Their approach is not one-size-fits-all, as they tailor training plans to each dog’s particular needs and the owner’s lifestyle, using the four quadrants of operant conditioning and other tools.

The facility offers multiple outdoor and indoor spaces, including 50 kennels for boarding, an indoor training area, a large covered cement training area, a covered artificial grass area, and a large open field over 40,000 square feet with a pet fitness track. They also have agility equipment such as tunnels, jumps, teeters, dog walks, suspension bridges, and towers.

H.O.P.E. Dog Training serves a variety of clients, from police canines to puppies, and accepts all breeds and ages. They provide daily photo and video updates to owners during training and boarding stays. Related services include dog daycare and pet boarding, with transportation options available. Payment plans are also offered for their training programs.

Accomplishments

Darcey Hall, a professional dog trainer and behaviorist, has 15 years of experience. She is CA P-O-S-T Certified, an AKC Canine Evaluator for Canine Good Citizen certification, and a member of the Protection Sport Association (PSA), the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT), and the International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP). She specializes in advanced obedience and behavior modification. Daniel Escobar has 8 years of experience working with dogs and has been with HOPE since its opening.

How to Get Started!

Clients can book services online via the provided booking link. For more information on specific programs, clients are encouraged to call. The website also features a contact form for inquiries.

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  • 15 Years Experience

Availability

  • Weekdays
  • Weekends
  • Morning
  • Afternoon

Certifications

  • Credentialed

Associations

  • AKC
  • APDT
  • IACP
  • Accredited
  • wheelchair accessible entrance
  • wheelchair accessible parking
  • wheelchair accessible seating

Other Services Offered

  • Dog day care center
  • Pet boarding service

Location

1180 Sixth St, Norco, CA 92860