Board & train dog training in California

32 board and train programs across 17 cities in California. Because your dog stays with the trainer, it's common to travel across the state for the right program.

Cities in California

All California programs

Absolute K9

San Diego, CA

San Diego trainer offering expert-led board-and-train programs plus obedience and puppy training.

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Back to Balance Canine

San Jose, CA

Puppy and pet board-and-train programs at their facility serving San Jose and the wider Bay Area.

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Bay Area Family K-9

San Francisco, CA

Runs 3-5 week intensive board-and-train covering basic and advanced obedience commands.

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3-5 weeks
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Beckman's Dog Training

San Diego, CA

Full-service San Diego County trainer known for its board-and-train program with multiple daily playtimes during the stay.

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Better K9 Pet Resort

Riverside, CA

Riverside pet resort combining boarding with dog training programs.

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California Dog Training

Temescal Valley, CA

Riverside County company specializing in board-and-train and private dog training.

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Canine Comprehensive

Oakland, CA

Oakland-based service providing board-and-train plus boarding and pack walks across Berkeley, Albany and San Leandro.

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Devotion to Dogs

San Diego, CA

Aggression-focused San Diego trainer offering stay-and-train (board-and-train) services.

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DForDogz

San Jose, CA

Positive-reinforcement board-and-train and day school serving San Jose, Santa Clara, Mountain View and Palo Alto.

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Dogspring Training

Fresno, CA

Fresno/Clovis dog-friendly board-and-train boot camp with boarding billed around $100 per day.

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Elite Dogs

Sacramento, CA

Sacramento training and boarding facility with behavior-focused board-and-train, climate-controlled kennels and a heated pool.

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Evolve Canine Academy

Moreno Valley, CA

Moreno Valley/Inland Empire academy providing board-and-train, obedience programs and behavior modification.

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Falco Dog Training Orange County

Anaheim, CA

Anaheim-based trainer offering obedience, behavior modification and board-and-train style programs.

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Follow The Leader K9

Santa Barbara, CA

Provides dog training combined with boarding in Santa Barbara, including reactivity, aggression and puppy work.

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Fun Paw Care

Los Angeles, CA

Runs a one-on-one premier board-and-train ('dog boot camp') combining behavioral analysis with in-residence training.

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Happy Tails Ranch

Corona, CA

Corona-area kennel offering dog boarding combined with training programs.

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Heaven Sent K-9

Orange County, CA

Certified trainer/behaviorist offering dog board-and-train programs across Orange County, Los Angeles and the Inland Empire.

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I Said Sit! School for Dogs

Los Angeles, CA

Offers 14-, 21- and 28-day board-and-train 'boarding school' programs (Puppy, GED, Honors) at its South Robertson Blvd facility, including transfer lessons for the family.

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4 weeks
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$3,250–$7,850
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Integrity K9 Academy

San Jose, CA

Offers board-and-train and day school programs covering house training, basic obedience and socialization.

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JPK9 Academy

Elk Grove, CA

Elk Grove/Sacramento academy running 2-to-4-week board-and-train programs customized by age, breed and behavior.

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2-4 weeks
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K9 Behavior Company

Ventura, CA

Runs dog-aggression board-and-train programs throughout Ventura County and Santa Barbara.

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K9s In Harmony Training

Sacramento, CA

Sacramento-area company offering board-and-train from puppy foundations through off-leash obedience.

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Lori Hamilton's Dog Training

San Jose, CA

Board-and-train where each dog lives in a home environment rather than a kennel, customized per owner goals.

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Off Leash K9 Training Bay Area

San Francisco, CA

Local franchise location offering a 2-week board-and-train producing off-leash obedience under distraction.

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2 weeks
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Off Leash K9 Training of Fresno

Fresno, CA

Local franchise offering a 1-week 'Freedom' board-and-train with guaranteed off-leash recall, place and sit.

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OffLeash SoCal

Los Angeles, CA

Offers a 3-week 'Old School' board-and-train focused on everyday obedience, manners and socialization.

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3 weeks
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PAWSitively Balanced Dog Training

Riverside, CA

Board-and-train programs serving Riverside and the Inland Empire.

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Refined K9

Oakland, CA

Offers board-and-train options for clients in Oakland, the East Bay, Marin and the Peninsula.

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San Diego Dog Training

San Diego, CA

Offers board-and-train alongside 1-on-1 lessons and service dog training in San Diego.

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The Hounds Grounds

Orange County, CA

One-week board-and-train run in the trainers' home to establish basic obedience and manners.

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1 week
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Wags & Wiggles

Orange County, CA

Positive-reinforcement training school offering board-and-train alongside daycare and boarding in Orange County.

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Board and train in California — FAQ

How many board and train programs are there in California?

This directory lists 32 board and train programs across 17 cities in California, including San Diego, San Jose, Los Angeles. Listings are verified against each business's own website; the directory grows as new programs are added and confirmed.

How much does board and train cost in California?

Expect roughly $1,500–$6,000 for most California programs. Metro-area trainers and those keeping only a few dogs at a time charge more; rural kennel-based programs tend to be cheaper. Behavior modification for aggression or severe reactivity runs highest, often $4,000 and up for a four-to-six-week stay.

Is it worth traveling within California for a board and train?

Often, yes. Because your dog stays with the trainer, you only make the trip at drop-off and pick-up — so a two-hour drive to a trainer who specializes in your dog's specific problem usually beats a nearby generalist. The main reason to stay local is the follow-up lessons, which are easier to attend if the trainer is close.