Services

  • A training consultation is required for all boarding clients who are not current K9 805 clients, as well as for Board & Train programs, Day Training services (The Foundation + Field Program), and Pack Project Days.

    This consultation allows us to evaluate your dog’s behavior, training history, and overall needs to ensure our programs are the right fit and to create a safe, effective training plan. Consultations may include observation, handling, and discussion of goals.

    Investment:$125
    Duration:30 minutes to 1 hour
    Location: Available anywhere from Santa Maria to Paso Robles

  • Our Foundational Obedience Program is designed to give dogs a strong, reliable training base while building confidence, clarity, and real-world manners. This immersive program focuses on essential obedience skills such as leash manners, recall, place, sit, down, impulse control, and neutrality around distractions. Training is customized to each dog and emphasizes consistency, clear communication, and relationship-based learning that carries over into everyday life.

    Length of Stay: Typically 2–4 weeks, depending on the dog’s needs, age, and prior training
    Investment: Programs start at $3,000

    We believe training should not be a luxury. Our goal is to provide high-quality, ethical training while supporting and giving back to our community. We’re committed to helping dogs and their owners succeed with practical skills that improve daily life; not just obedience in a controlled setting.

  • Our Behavior Modification Board & Train Program is an intensive, customized training experience designed for dogs who need help working through deeper behavioral challenges. This program is ideal for dogs struggling with fear-based behaviors, leash reactivity, reactivity toward dogs or people, anxiety, lack of impulse control, or difficulty navigating the world calmly and confidently.

    Dogs in this program receive daily, structured training focused on emotional regulation, confidence-building, and clear communication, not just obedience. We prioritize understanding why a behavior is happening and address the root cause through proven behavior modification techniques, thoughtful exposure, and consistency. Training is intentionally generalized across environments to help dogs learn how to remain neutral and responsive in real-life situations, not just in a controlled setting.

    This program is not a quick fix. True behavior change takes time, patience, and skilled guidance, which is why each dog’s plan is tailored specifically to their needs and progress.

    Length of Stay: Typically 4–8 weeks, depending on the severity of behaviors and the dog’s learning pace
    Investment: Programs start at $4,500

    We believe professional training should not be a luxury. Our mission is to provide high-quality, ethical behavior modification while supporting dogs and owners within our community. This program is designed to create lasting change, improve quality of life, and help dogs successfully integrate into the world with confidence and clarity.

  • Our Private Training Lessons are one-on-one sessions designed for owners who want hands-on guidance and are able to consistently practice with their dog between lessons. These sessions are fully customized to your dog’s needs and your lifestyle, whether you’re working on foundational obedience, leash manners, reactivity, confidence building, or real-world skills.

    Private lessons are ideal for individuals who enjoy being actively involved in their dog’s training and can dedicate time to reinforcing skills at home. While we understand life can be busy and one-on-one training isn’t always possible for everyone, this option is a great fit for those who can commit to consistency and follow-through. With the right structure and support, private lessons can produce powerful, lasting results.

    Investment:
    • $125 per single lesson

    Package Options:
    • 4-Lesson Package: $460 (Save $40)
    • 6-Lesson Package: $660 (Save $90)
    • 10-Lesson Package: $1,050 (Save $200)

    Packages are perfect for building momentum, ensuring continuity, and giving your dog the repetition needed to succeed.

    We believe training should be accessible and practical; not a luxury. Our goal is to provide high-quality, ethical training that fits real life while helping dogs and their owners build confidence, communication, and trust.

  • Our AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Prep Group Class is designed for teams looking to strengthen obedience, reliability, and real-world manners in a structured group environment. This class focuses on preparing dogs for the AKC CGC test while building the skills needed to confidently navigate everyday situations.

    Throughout the course, dogs will work on loose-leash walking, polite greetings, focus around distractions, impulse control, and handler engagement. Training is conducted in a supportive group setting that encourages neutrality and calm behavior around other dogs and people, making it a great next step for dogs who have completed foundational training or are ready to advance their skills.

    This class is ideal for owners who want continued guidance, accountability, and the opportunity to train in a real-world style group environment while strengthening their bond with their dog.

    Duration: 6 weeks
    Investment: $315
    Next Class Begins: March

    Space is limited. Please reach out to be added to our waitlist and to ensure early placement in the next session.

    We believe training should be practical, accessible, and designed to support both dogs and owners in real life,not just in a classroom.

  • Our AKC Community Canine (CGCA) & Urban Canine Good Citizen (CGCU) Group Class is designed for teams ready to take their training to the next level. This advanced course focuses on reliability, neutrality, and confidence in real-world environments with higher levels of distraction.

    Training sessions are intentionally held at a new location each week throughout Santa Maria and San Luis Obispo to ensure dogs gain experience working in a wide variety of environments. This includes public spaces, dog-friendly downtown areas, and everyday community settings. The goal is to help dogs remain calm, responsive, and well-mannered no matter where they are working.

    This class is ideal for dogs who have completed foundational training or CGC Prep and are ready to build advanced skills such as polite public behavior, focused obedience around distractions, confident handling in urban settings, and strong handler engagement.

    Duration: 6 weeks
    Investment: $345
    Start Date: January 6th
    Location: Santa Maria & San Luis Obispo (rotating weekly locations)
    Availability: Limited spots available

    Spots are limited to maintain quality instruction and safe, productive sessions. Please reach out to reserve your spot or for additional details.

    We believe training should be functional, ethical, and accessible, helping dogs and owners succeed confidently in real-life situations.

  • Mondays • Tuesdays • Wednesdays

    (Structured training with real-world exposure)

    This is where skills are sharpened, behaviors are reinforced, and dogs learn how to exist calmly and confidently in the real world.

    🕖 Pick-Up: 7:00–8:00 AM
    🕑 Drop-Off: 2:00–3:00 PM
    (Adjustable for an additional fee)
    ✔ Door-to-door pick up & drop off
    ✔ 6–8 hours of structured training, enrichment & outings
    ✔ Small group handling
    ✔ Professional oversight by K9 805

    What the Day Looks Like:

    • Structured obedience & leash work

    • Engagement and focus-building exercises

    • Neutral dog exposure (not forced play)

    • Impulse control & threshold work

    • Place work, recall reps, and handler neutrality

    • Controlled outings to generalize behaviors

    • Mental enrichment + decompression breaks

    This program is ideal for:

    • Dogs needing consistency and structure

    • Dogs building neutrality around distractions

    • Dogs not yet ready for group adventures

    • Dogs working toward Saturday eligibility

    If your dog needs clarity, accountability, and real-life reps, this is their lane.

    1 Day / Week

    • $150 per day

    2 Days / Week

    • $280/week

    3 Days / Week (Mon–Wed)

    • $390/week ✅
      (Best value for progress — saves $60/week)

    🔁 EVERY-OTHER-WEEK OPTIONS

    2 Days Every Other Week

    • $260 per cycle

    3 Days Every Other Week

    • $360 per cycle

    Perfect for families balancing budget and structure.

    📅 MONTHLY PACKAGES (MOST POPULAR)

    1 Day / Week (4 days/month)

    • $560/month

    2 Days / Week (8 days/month)

    • $1,040/month

    3 Days / Week (12 days/month)

    • $1,440/month ⭐
      (This is still less than HALF the cost of board & train)

    💡 Monthly packages reserve your dog’s spot and are priority enrollment.

  • Saturdays ONLY

    (Adventure hikes | training maintained | SMALL groups)

    Includes:
    ✔ Small, curated pack
    ✔ Nature hikes & trail exposure
    ✔ Neutrality & social fluency
    ✔ Light training reinforcement
    ✔ Transportation included

    🗓 PRICING

    Single Day

    • $95 per dog

    Every Other Saturday (2/month)

    • $180/month

    Monthly Adventure Pass (4 Saturdays)

    • $340/month
      (Save $40)

    ⚠️ Limited spots. Small groups only. Once full, enrollment closes.

    ELIGIBILITY & PLACEMENT

    • Dogs must be current K9 805 clients

    • New clients require a $125 one-on-one evaluation

    • Saturday eligibility is earned through obedience & behavior readiness

    • Dogs not meeting criteria will be placed in:
      👉 Foundation + Field Program (Mon/Tue/Wed)

  • Our Philosophy

    At K9 805, boarding is designed to feel safe, calm, and personal, never chaotic or overwhelming. Dogs are cared for inside our home, not in a warehouse or outdoor kennel setting.

    All dogs are housed in size-appropriate crates or indoor kennels, ensuring comfort, security, and the ability to fully relax. We intentionally keep our numbers low to reduce stress, prevent overstimulation, and allow us to meet each dog’s individual needs.

    Boarding at K9 805 is not about housing dogs. It’s about caring for them intentionally. Every dog receives structure, calm handling, enrichment, and respect as an individual. This approach allows dogs to truly settle in, decompress, and enjoy their stay.

    Our boarding environment includes:

    • Indoor, climate-controlled space with air conditioning and heating

    • Calm, relaxing music playing 24/7

    • Security cameras monitored 24/7

    • Regular potty breaks and structured walks throughout the day

    • Consistent routines to promote emotional stability and decompression

    This environment is ideal for dogs who do best with structure, predictability, and personal attention rather than traditional daycare-style boarding.

    Rates

    K9 805 Training Clients: $55.00 per day

    Non-Training Client: $65.00 per day

    Pick up & Drop off services are included in pricing for Santa Maria - Paso Robles. Anything outside this range will be an additional $10.00 per 10 miles.

  • All add-ons are optional and customized to your dog’s temperament, energy level, and training needs.

    Dog-to-Dog Play Groups

    $20 per session

    • Dogs are evaluated prior to entering play

    • Carefully matched based on play style, size, and social skills

    • Small, controlled groups focused on safe, appropriate interaction

    Adventure & Enrichment Add-Ons

    • Nature Hike (45 minutes): $35

    • Extended Nature Hike (1 hour): $45

    • Creek Adventure: $30
      (Weather and safety dependent)

    Intro to Scent Work (NACSW Foundations)

    $65 per session

    Dogs are introduced to scent work foundations and begin learning target odors in alignment with NACSW (National Association of Canine Scent Work) principles. This is an excellent mental enrichment option for dogs of all ages.

    Daily Enrichment

    $5 per day (per item)

    Includes:

    • Kong

    • Lick mat

    • Kong Wobbler

    Great for mental stimulation, stress reduction, and promoting calm behaviors.

    Intro to Treadmill Work

    $25 for 30 minutes

    A controlled, low-impact session focused on confidence building, conditioning, and structured movement. Perfect for dogs who benefit from additional physical outlets.

    Grooming Add-Ons

    All grooming services are performed using professional-grade products and equipment.

    • Dogs under 20 lbs: $35

    • Dogs 25–45 lbs: $45

    • Dogs 45–65 lbs: $55

    • Dogs 65 lbs and over: $70

    Includes:

    • Bath

    • Blow dry using a high-velocity dryer

    • Brush out

    • Nail trim

    Shampoos used are professional quality from Nature’s Specialties or iGroom, selected based on your dog’s coat and skin needs.

    ✂️ Nail Trim Only

    $10 per dog

  • Serving Santa Maria to Paso Robles

    K9 805 offers structured, intentional dog walking services designed to support both physical exercise and behavioral balance. Walks are more than just a potty break, they are an opportunity to reinforce calm leash manners, engagement, and confidence in the real world.

    Our dog walking services are ideal for busy families, dogs needing consistent structure, and dogs working through behavioral or training goals.

    What’s Included

    • Structured, purposeful walks

    • Reinforcement of calm leash manners

    • Exposure to real-world environments at your dog’s level

    • Regular potty breaks and movement

    • Individual attention (no pack walks unless discussed in advance)

    Dog Walking Pricing

    • $25.00 — 30-minute walk

    • $50.00 — 60-minute walk

    Training Add-Ons

    These can be added to any walk to accelerate progress and reinforce skills outside of formal training sessions.

    Leash Walking Training Add-On

    +$35 per walk

    Focused on:

    • Loose leash walking

    • Reducing pulling and reactivity

    • Engagement with handler

    • Calm transitions and direction changes

    Long Line Recall Work

    $35 per session

    Includes:

    • Controlled recall practice using a long line

    • Building reliability and responsiveness

    • Confidence and motivation in open environments

    Place Work

    $35 per session

    Place work teaches your dog to go to a designated spot (such as a mat, bed, or elevated surface) and remain calmly in position until released.

    This add-on focuses on:

    • Impulse control

    • Duration and calm holding of position

    • Neutrality around distractions

    • Building an “off switch” in real-world environments

    Place work is especially helpful for dogs who struggle with over-arousal, jumping, pacing, or difficulty settling both at home and in public.

    Service Area

    Proudly serving Santa Maria, Orcutt, Nipomo, Arroyo Grande, Pismo Beach, Atascadero, and Paso Robles.

  • Testing for CGC, CGCU, CGCA: $25.00

    Testing for ALL Trick Dogs: $15.00

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