Petco Dog Training – Alameda, CA

Group classes and private one-on-one sessions are available for puppies and adult dogs. Programs focus on basic obedience, leash manners, recall, and behavior modification using positive reinforcement. Classes are structured in multi-session packages, with sessions held weekly. Online options are available for remote participation.

Pricing Summary

Training packages are offered at discounted rates with promotional codes such as GIFT (20% off), SALE ($60 off), and THANKS (20% off). Pricing details for individual classes or sessions are not publicly listed. Payment is required in advance for multi-session packages.

Policies

Customers have reported difficulty obtaining refunds for unused sessions, with one case involving a manager failing to follow up on a refund request after a negative experience. No formal cancellation or rescheduling policy is publicly stated on the website.

Petco Dog Training offers in-person and online dog training classes at their Alameda location, focusing on reward-based positive reinforcement to enhance a dog’s social, physical, and mental well-being. They provide puppy training classes to establish good habits early and tailored curricula for adult dogs based on individual needs. Training is delivered through group classes or one-on-one sessions, with certified trainers emphasizing kindness and behavior encouragement over punishment. The business also offers related pet services including dog grooming, veterinary care, and pet adoptions through Petco Love.

Petco promotes training as a health and wellness decision, aligning with their broader mission to support pet well-being. They frequently run promotional discounts on training packages, such as 20% off with code GIFT or $60 off with code SALE, making services more accessible. Their training approach is explicitly positive reinforcement-based, as confirmed by customer feedback and their stated philosophy.

While some customers praise specific trainers like Steph for her expertise and compassion, others report negative experiences with unprofessional staff, inconsistent instruction, and poor customer service, including unfulfilled refund requests and inappropriate comments. Some reviews also raise concerns about animal welfare practices in other areas of the store, such as fish housing.

Petco Dog Training is available at their Alameda store and online, with classes scheduled during weekdays and weekends, including morning, afternoon, and evening times.

How to Get Started!

Customers can book group or one-on-one training classes online or in person at the Alameda Petco location. No free initial consultation is offered. Classes require advance payment for packages.