Woof Training

Training begins with a $60 evaluation to assess the dog’s behavior and set goals. Clients can choose private lessons (in-home, park, or facility), weekly 6-week group classes (limited to 10 dogs), day training (Mon–Fri, 9:30 am–4 pm), or board-and-train (dog stays with trainers for 2–6 weeks). Group classes focus on socialization and distraction management. Private lessons are recommended before group classes for optimal progress. Custom training programs are tailored for advanced skills like scent detection, agility, and protection.

Pricing Summary

Initial evaluation: $60. Private lessons: $120/hour (plus $10 travel fee). Six-week group class: $200. Day training: $650/week. Board-and-train: $1,000/week (2-week minimum). Packages include combinations of evaluation, private lessons, and group classes, ranging from $240 to $1,340.

Policies

Client information remains private. Responses to inquiries are guaranteed within 24 hours. No explicit cancellation or rescheduling policy is stated.

Woof Training, based in Redding, CA, is a professional dog training service led by Certified Professional Dog Trainer Andrew Figueroa and his wife Elise Figueroa. They offer private lessons, group classes, day training, and board-and-train programs to help dog owners achieve obedience, behavior modification, and advanced skills. Their approach emphasizes positive reinforcement, clear communication, and hands-on coaching for owners to continue training at home. They train dogs of all ages and breeds, from puppies to adults, and specialize in potty training, leash walking, recall, separation anxiety, and more. They also provide custom training where dogs stay with them full-time for intensive programs. Their facility-based group classes offer controlled socialization, and they conduct private sessions at homes, parks, or their training center. They are known for personalized attention, detailed follow-up, and helping owners build confident, well-behaved dogs.

Andrew and Elise have helped families transform chaotic households into peaceful ones through consistent, reward-based training. They offer educational resources, FAQs, and testimonials to guide new clients, and their services extend to scent detection, agility, protection training, and dog education for children. They are active on social media and maintain a strong local reputation in Northern California.

They also provide training equipment recommendations and host upcoming events and classes.

The business is family-run and emphasizes building trust between dogs and their owners through patience, consistency, and positive methods.

Accomplishments

Andrew Figueroa is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) who trained at National K9 in Columbus, Ohio. He has over 10 years of experience, including four years as a dog trainer at a local store and volunteer work at Haven Humane Society. He developed his methods through hands-on experience and formal education.

How to Get Started!

Begin with a $60 evaluation to discuss your dog’s behavior, set training goals, and create a customized plan. After the evaluation, clients can choose from private lessons, group classes, day training, or board-and-train options. Packages combining evaluation and lessons are available for cost savings.