Primal Canine Dog Training

Ranked #2 in Gilroy and #278 in California

4.7 Stars,41 Reviews
8395 Forest St, Gilroy, CA 95020

Service area: Bay Area, Gilroy, CA

Service Overview

Types of Dog Training

  • Family Dog
  • Service Dog
  • Competition / Agility
  • Working Dog
  • Behavior Modification

Specialty Focus Areas

  • Basic Obedience
  • Puppy Training
  • Reactivity / Aggression
  • Barking Excessively
  • Separation Anxiety
  • Biting / Nipping
  • Potty Training
  • Resource Guarding
  • Recall

Training Formats Offered

  • Private Lessons
  • Group Classes
  • Private Facility
  • Board and Train
  • Video Calls

Program Formats

  • One-Time Consultation
  • Sessions Package
  • Intensive Program

Age of Dogs Trained

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

Dog Training Methodology

Methods: 

  • Balanced Training

Primal Canine offers tailored one-on-one training packages that include private lessons and group class training, customized to each dog and owner’s goals from beginner to advanced. They address various training areas such as advanced obedience, off-leash obedience, service dog training, puppy training (potty, crate, barking, biting), and behavior modification for issues like reactivity, aggression (people/dog), barrier guarding, resource guarding, and separation anxiety.

Their Board & Train program is their most popular and in-depth training package. They also provide specialized working dog packages for all levels, from sport work to personal protection. Online training is available, offering personalized, hour-long sessions covering basic training, puppy issues, behavioral issues, and obedience levels 1-3, with 1 on 1 training, homework, and trainer assistance. Additionally, The Canine University (TCU) is an online platform providing a variety of training techniques and methods for at-home learning.

Pricing & Policies

Pricing Summary

Primal Canine offers tailored training packages for private lessons and group classes, ranging from beginner/foundational to intermediate and advanced goals. Their Board & Train program is described as their most popular and in-depth package. For pricing details and to determine the best package, clients are advised to call or email for a phone consultation. Online training sessions are one hour long and include 1 on 1 training, weekly homework, and complete trainer assistance.

Testimonials

“Primal Canine is an outstanding dog training and dog owner support team and I recommend them to anyone seeking a better, more positive life with your beloved canines. The entire crew is professional, great at communicating, and passionate about what they do.”
– CATHLEEN C.

“My husband and I learned how to read our dogs behavior, what it meant, what triggered certain behaviors and how to go about certain situations. Primal Canine is all about understanding your dogs behavior, and teaching YOU how to deal with it.”
– MARISELA C.

“I’m a big fan of Primal Canine and their entire staff there. I have had experiences at “competitors” who run similar programs for similar cost but they do not compare to the experience we have had here.”
– JESSE T.

About the Trainer

Primal Canine Dog Training is a company that offers tailored dog training services, moving beyond cookie-cutter methods to address the unique needs of each dog. Their training system is built on hands-on experience with dogs of all breeds, temperaments, and backgrounds, including rescues with behavioral challenges and high-drive working dogs. They focus on clear communication, mutual trust, and building a strong bond between owners and their canine companions.

Primal Canine provides obedience training, behavioral rehabilitation, and advanced protection work, aiming to create reliable, confident dogs and equally skilled owners. Beyond dog training, they are involved in shaping the next generation of professional dog trainers through a mentorship program and The Pack Leader Project, which focuses on leadership skills, craft refinement, and business management for trainers.

They also created K9 Street League, the first professional dog sport designed to test real-world skills in a competitive environment. For those unable to train in person, Primal Canine offers Canine University, an online platform with structured courses from basic obedience to advanced handling techniques. Additionally, they provide FitPet Daycare & Boarding services.

Accomplishments

Primal Canine’s training system was developed through extensive hands-on experience with a wide range of dogs, from rescues with behavioral challenges to high-drive working dogs. They are recognized for creating K9 Street League, which is described as the first professional dog sport. Their Canine University online platform is noted for bringing Primal Canine’s proven methods to clients globally, offering “world-class training.”

How to Get Started!

To get started with Primal Canine, clients are encouraged to book a consultation. They can contact the business by filling out a contact form on their website, calling (408) 915-6173, or emailing primalcanine@gmail.com. Clients are advised to add Primal Canine’s email to their contacts and check spam for responses. Visits to their facility are by appointment only and require scheduling via phone or email.

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  • Free Consultation

  • wheelchair accessible entrance
  • wheelchair accessible parking

Other Services Offered

  • Dog day care center
  • Pet boarding service
  • Pet supply store
  • Pet trainer

Location

8395 Forest St, Gilroy, CA 95020