K9 Corso Club

K9 Corso Club offers personalized training programs including puppy foundations, basic and advanced obedience, and behavior modification for issues like reactivity, fear, and anxiety. Training is delivered through private in-home sessions and intensive board and train programs. Each plan is tailored to the dog’s temperament and the owner’s goals, using clear communication, structure, and consistent reinforcement. Training tools are selected individually to ensure safety and effectiveness without fear or pain.

Pricing Summary

Pricing details are available on the website under “Pricing” but specific rates are not listed publicly. Programs include customized packages for puppy foundations, basic/advanced obedience, and behavior modification, with board and train options available for intensive support.

K9 Corso Club is a professional dog training business based in the North Berkeley Hills, founded by trainer Raquel May, who has over eight years of hands-on experience working with shelter dogs and behaviorally complex dogs. Raquel specializes in obedience, reactivity, and behavior modification, helping dogs and their owners build calm, confident relationships through structure, communication, and consistency. She offers personalized board and train programs, private training sessions, and puppy foundations in a safe, home-based environment. Raquel uses a balanced approach combining positive reinforcement with gentle corrections, tailoring tools and methods to each dog’s needs and owner’s comfort level. She also provides ongoing support and education through tips and resources, and is deeply committed to animal welfare through shelter volunteering and adoption advocacy.

Raquel’s training philosophy centers on trust, clarity, and building lasting bonds—not just obedience. Her personal experience with challenging dogs, including her Cane Corso Bronxx and Chihuahua mix Minnie, informs her compassionate, individualized methods. She works with dogs of all ages and breeds, focusing on real-world reliability and emotional well-being. In addition to training, she offers related services like dog walking and house sitting, and promotes responsible pet ownership through partnerships with local rescues.

Accomplishments

Raquel May has over eight years of hands-on experience working with shelter dogs and behaviorally complex dogs. She successfully managed her own Chihuahua mix with serious behavioral issues and transformed her Cane Corso, Bronxx, into a well-behaved companion—inspiring her professional focus on deep behavioral understanding. She continues to volunteer at local shelters and is recognized for her compassionate, results-driven approach.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients can book an appointment through the website’s booking page or contact Raquel directly via email to discuss their dog’s needs and schedule an initial evaluation.