I brought my nearly year old puppy for training to assist in building her confidence and overall listening skills. After a meeting with Bar, he provided guidance on the overall training plan and boarding her for 30 days. She came back like a new dog with her new commands! Bar did a wonderful job spending time with her over that time, gave progress photos and video on where she's at within her training. I'd highly recommend Bar for training your dog! He's communicative and provides guidance to the owners as well to be successful on reinforcing the training as well! Thank you Bar! read more

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Short version: 100% YES, if you're considering professional dog training, Bar is the way to go. Longer version: After a long search, I kept coming back to Bar's reviews on multiple platforms, and I'm so glad I did. We rescued our puppy, Bailey, at 10 weeks old and realized as she grew that we wanted professional help, especially to build her confidence. From our first in-person meeting, Bar was attentive, thoughtful, and genuinely invested in our goals. We decided the board and train program was the best fit, and although it was hard leaving Bailey at first, Bar's beautiful property and regular updates gave us complete peace of mind. When we reunited, we were amazed by Bailey's progress. Her obedience, leash heeling, and responsiveness exceeded our expectations. Just as importantly, Bar spent time training *us* so we could confidently continue reinforcing everything at home. A few days later, when we returned for an in-person session, Bailey completely lit up when she saw Bar, running straight to him for affection. That moment said it all. We're incredibly grateful and look forward to continuing (and possibly advancing) her training. **Highly recommend Bar's K9 Dog Training.** read more

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We feel so fortunate that we found Bar. We had been struggling with behavior problems with a 6yr. old pug and then we adopted a 1 year old rescue and we had complete chaos. During our consultation, Bar listened to our struggles and then gave us his suggestions for a training plan for them. We have just completed our sessions and couldn't be more happy with the results. Bar has returned sanity to our house! Thank you Bar! He was so patient with the dogs (and us) as we all learned new commands and skills. The dogs were always so excited when we opened the car door and they saw Bar. We highly recommend Bar whether you have a young dog or an older one. We had one of each and the results are amazing! read more

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Bar gave us great advice to correct our puppy's reactivity and taught him a lot during our training sessions. Highly recommend!

Teddy had a wonderful experience with Bar. I did a lot of research and the reviews were what led me to book Bar for training for 3 plus weeks. My husband was pretty fed up with Teddy's antics, but he came home trained, ready and able to listen to commands --and we were given the tools to replicate Bar's techniques. This video is 2 days after he returned home with my teenage daughter. He listens and is happier and more confident. Bar is everything people described: patient, knowledgeable, calm, professional. I recommend him for sure. So does Teddy, as evidenced by his excitement to see him on our follow up appointment . read more

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Bar has been so helpful and friendly to both me and my dog Kuma! My 4 yr old dog struggles with reactivity and separation anxiety, and we've been making progress already after only two sessions! During our sessions he makes sure my dog is taken care of and he gets breaks when needed. He understands my dog and meets him where he is at. He really shows his expertise and brings out the best in my dog. Bar has also given me great advice on how to properly continue training while I'm at home and we look forward to doing more sessions. I can now say I feel hopeful for both me and my dog and I'm glad I chose Bar as our trainer! read more

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Where do I begin ? I guess from the top ! So my puppy (Australian Shepard) was definitely a handful that I didn't know exactly what to do with! He used to be impossible on leash and easily distracted by life! Then I met Bar, and let me tell you he changed his life and our whole family's lives. Our sweet puppy now listens to commands , walks on a leash like a champion, and is always eager to learn more things now ! Bar was always kind, quick to respond , helpful and patient, and truely a dog whisperer ! I am so happy we found him and will continue to give him our everlasting thanks ! If you need just training or just a pure puppy intervention this is your guy ! Thank You Bar for your support and kindness ! read more

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Bar is extremely patient and we have had a terrific experience at Bar K9 Training! Choosing a trainer, especially one who will be boarding your dog for several weeks, is no easy task. We interviewed a few trainers for our dog Enzo, and settled on Bar after we met him. It just felt right once we met and talked through the process and his approach. Once we met with Bar, we knew he would be the right choice. Enzo clearly enjoyed learning his new skills with Bar. We are still working on reinforcing, and it is great being able to come back to do the follow-up appointments with Bar. We recommend Bar highly! read more

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The board and training for our 7 month old Shepard was just what we needed. Logan gained so much confidence from this training. He is a shy timid pup and has shown so much improvement, to the point that he now potty's on his daily walks. Some of our concerns with Logan was crate training, leash pulling, and human/dog socialization. He now is calm and associates the crate with his own positive space to sleep/relax. It has also helped on our walks, he keeps constant eye contact with us. Bar is a great trainer, we definitely recommend him! We felt at ease knowing that Logan was in good hands. read more

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I sent my 5-month-old Dalmatian puppy to Bar's board and train program, and the results have been fantastic. Bennett came home with strong foundational obedience skills and is now so much more responsive to verbal commands. Bar was wonderful with Bennett! When I went in for my first training session after not seeing him for three weeks, I expected Bennett to want to come home with me right away. He was definitely happy to see me, but what stood out most was how easily he also followed Bar back inside to finish out his program. It was such a clear sign that he trusted and felt safe with him. Bar is also just a really kind and thoughtful person. He speaks gently with the dogs and truly treats them like his own. With all the fun he was having, Bennett was hungrier than usual during camp, so Bar even gave him some of his own dog's food to supplement. That level of care really stood out. Overall, Bar is a compassionate, skilled, and trustworthy trainer. Bennett came home more confident and well-behaved, and I feel much more equipped to continue his training thanks to Bar's guidance. I would absolutely recommend him to anyone looking for a dedicated and loving trainer! read more

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Want to just cheer Bar and the amazing training he does. Our pups are now friendly, confident and are now human whisperers. Look at them in place! read more

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Our 11 month Bernadoodle Jelly was in need of training on socialization with people, dogs and to gain more confidence in herself. My fiancé and I had tried other trainers and even reached out to our breeder for guidance as were first time pet owners. No matter what we tried things weren't working. We reached out to Bar based off the positive reviews and after us inquiring more information, Bar promptly responded and after our conversation we knew we wanted to give Jelly another opportunity. Bar is very polite, knowledge and patient. You can see the passion Bar has for his job and for the dogs. During our first visit, Jelly was comfortable with Bar which my fiancé and I were surprised from her meeting someone for the first time this wasn't her normal reaction. At that point, we knew we picked the right person for Jelly. This was the best thing we could've done for all of us. Jelly, made great strides in her training seeing her play with other dogs, not being so scared and more confident was a blessing in itself. Jelly has grown fond of Bar as she whimpered when it was time to leave the ranch and come home. Every time she sees him she gets excited on random visits. Thanks to Bar for making this a positive experience for Jelly bringing out the best in her. We're on a new path with her but couldn't have gotten this far without the right person providing training, guidance and feedback. This is now Jelly's home away from home, in times we need to board her, we know she is well taken care of and is with someone she trusts and has fun with. read more

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My experience with Bar and training my 7 month puppy was amazing! I can tell there was a lot of dedication in training him and they connected really well. My puppy was in a board and train program and communication throughout the process was very good, keeping me updated throughout.The sessions included were full of value. Everyone in the house was comfortable with the commands and understanding the training our puppy was receiving. I really love that I feel that I can come to the trainer for any questions or concerns about the continuation of my puppy's training. I would definitely recommend Bar K9 Training to anyone interested in improving your relationship with your pup!! read more

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I can't thank Bar enough for the incredible work with my 2 year old Goldendoodle. I always regretted not sending him to training when he was just a puppy, and many people told me it's too late now. From the very first phone call with Bar, I felt that my dog would be in the best hands, and I was right. He came back home well trained, well behaved, confident, and happier than ever. I can see the love he got Bar truly works magic with dogs, and I couldn't recommend him more! read more

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Bar is extremely professional. From the initial contact through to the last training session, he has super helpful, pleasant, and accommodating. Our 9 month old Havenese needed consistent training which we were not able to provide at home. We reached out to several trainers including ones closer to us but went with Bar due to his prompt responses, professionalism, and competitive pricing. 4 week course with 2 visits and then 4 training sessions. Our pup came back much better than when be left. He heels, places, sits, down. We can now walk him off leash without fear of him running off. You can also tell Bar cares for the dogs. When we went back for our training sessions are pup was so excited to see Bar. If Bar didn't care, if he treated the dogs differently than he did, I doubt our pup would have missed him. Highly recommend! read more

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I can't recommend Bar enough!! As a recent rescue from the shelter, Pringle struggled with separation anxiety and socializing with other dogs. Bar listened to my concerns and tailored Pringle's board and train program to her needs. By the end of the program, Pringle was crate trained, leash trained, less reactive, and more obedient. It's clear that he genuinely cares about dogs and is incredibly knowledgeable in his approach to training. Working with Bar was an extremely pleasant experience. He is a very kind, dedicated, and professional trainer. He patiently answered all my questions and even provided recommendations on training tools and various dog supplies. Thanks to his guidance, I feel more confident on walks and more equipped to continue her training at home. I'm beyond grateful that I stumbled upon his Yelp page. I can tell that Pringle formed a strong bond with Bar and genuinely enjoyed her time with him. That's why I'll continue to rely on him for her future training and boarding needs. I trust him completely and know she's in the best hands possible. read more

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Bar is absolutely amazing! I spent a lot of time researching trainers and programs for my 6-month-old Boxer, Pete, and as soon as I met Bar, I knew he was the perfect fit. He took the time during our initial consultation to explain everything clearly, patiently answered all of my (many!) questions, and immediately made me feel confident in trusting him with Pete. Although I was a little hesitant about being away from my pup for four weeks, Bar made the entire board-and-train experience so reassuring. It was such a relief to see how genuinely happy Pete was every time he saw Bar, even after the program ended. That bond spoke volumes. Throughout the training process, Bar was professional, communicative, and genuinely cared about Pete's progress and well-being. He equipped both of us with the tools and confidence we needed, and I've seen such a positive change in Pete's behavior and responsiveness. If you're looking for someone who is knowledgeable, passionate, and truly committed to helping you and your dog succeed, I can't recommend Bar enough. I'm so grateful we found him! read more

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Had the pleasure of meeting Bar and definitely knows his stuff. Would definitely recommend.

10/10 Recommend Bars training! I took my handsome boy for the 4 week program and I couldn't be happier! I live on a big ranch with lots of farm animals and people visiting their horses so having better control over him was a must. Ranger wasn't the biggest fan of new faces, he would tend to nip if people tried to pet him and he liked to chase chickens a lot. I was worried I would have to stop taking him outside with me but now that bar has taught him to recall and remain by my side I no longer fear of him snapping or having to babysit him. Ranger is very sharp now and has a new level of respect for my commands. Thank you for everything bar read more

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Bar helped us train our Belgian Malinois/ Dutch Shepherd. He helped Tahoe become calmer and understand commands. Bar was patient and my puppy made significant progress. It's been a joy to watch our puppy's behavior improve. I would recommend Bar to others. Thanks Bar we appreciate you so much. read more

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Bar did an amazing job with my very hyper active bernadoodle. I dropped her off for 4 weeks and she came home with new basic skills. Sit, down, heel, place, etc. He's currently helping me teach her some new commands. He has a very gentle, calm manner with dogs and people. I highly recommend. read more

Bar is an amazing teacher helping you understand dog behavior and communication. He helped my dog with reactivity from no walks to being able to enjoy a stroll around my neighborhood. Also helped reinforce his commands from place to heel. Never thought I'd be able to sit at a park relaxing with my dog and now I Looked around for many dog trainers in the area and I'm super glad I found Bar. 10/10 recommend! read more

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After a few not so good experiences with dog trainers, we are glad that we finally came across Bar. We decided to message him and he was really quick to respond. We were able to set up a consultation followed by board and train. Our Bernadoodle Jelly was always anxious/nervous and lack socialization. With Bar's training, it has improved Jelly's confidence and she was always happy. Bar built a great relationship with her and he was always calm and patient. He showed and recommended us how and what to do to continue on our training at home. Bar has also recommended us the tools and treats that he used during his training so we were able to get those similar items. I wish we found Bar sooner. We will only go to Bar for future and additional training. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!!! read more

Bar @ Bar K9 dog training is a game changer. Every training session he blows my mind with some gem that amazes me with its effectiveness and simplicity, things I have never read or seen elsewhere. His calm, happy demeanor & his dog training expertise make a huge difference in my ability to guide Milo. Bar clearly loves dogs & Milo loves him. Bar is a miracle worker!  He has trained me to work with my rescue to peacefully increase positive behaviors such as walking softly on his leash, sitting in place when guests arrive, and significantly stop reactivity, pulling, jumping & barking.  Bar's instruction is clear and easy to follow, he gives us steps to follow and practice after each training ends, he provides reinforcing notes and directions as well as brilliant suggestions for leashes, harnesses, toys and puzzles.  Milo & I are now more confident, calm, happy and we both enjoy our walks, our days are much better with a lot less stress and more quality time. Bar trained Milo & me so we can live our best lives together. As a loving owner of Milo, I owed this to him & I am thankful to Bar for making this happen for us. read more

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I wish I'd found Bar sooner! He has transformed my dog and repaired our relationship. My rescue pup was reactive and unpredictable, which stressed me out and caused us to have a tense relationship. After doing the board and train with Bar, she is much calmer, much happier and much more predictable. Working on the training back at home has deepened our connection and we have much more fun together now. We feel more like a team. Prior to finding Bar I had sent her to another trainer who was a negative person and that energy made both my dog and I even more stressed. Bar is a happy, kind, positive person and that transmits to both dog and owner. I feel safe with him and completely trust him with my pup. I'm so grateful that I found him and highly recommend him. He was recommended by a friend whose dog he trained and I've since referred a friend to him who loved him also. He genuinely cares about dogs and wants them to be happy and well adjusted. His property is clean and well set-up and it's clear that he's a professional who knows exactly how to solve problems. If you're on the fence about sending your dog away for a month with him, let this be the sign to just go for it, you'll be glad that you did! read more

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I didn't know what to expect after I sent our leash-pulling Jack Russell Terrier to Bar's ranch for an onboarding obedience training, but what an amazing outcome! Now, Doodle heels enthusiastically during our walk and stays on command next to an open door - I gotta say - a little beyond my wildest dream :-) Moreover, somehow our non-verbal communications also improved, which is quite phenomenal. Bar is a brilliant dog trainer and I am thankful to have found him. There are other more advanced programs that sound interesting, such as agility, off-leash, or simply boarding. This is a winning team! read more

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Bar is the best trainer i could have asked for! He literally changed our lives with our dog Rambo. For context, Rambo is a 5 year old bully who was extremely reactive, and would constantly drag me on walks. The reactivity started after a dog attacked Rambo a couple of years back and since he was a bit older i knew i needed help. I found Bar, gave him my concerns and what I wanted from the training. With the board and training, Rambo came back to his old self where now we can freely go on walks, and we can both feel more at ease. Bar also taught me how to continue his training as its always a work in progress, but without Bar and his knowledge we wouldn't be able to progress as much as we have. Thank you Bar K9 Training! If you're reading this, & debating on whether or not to do it, please do it and trust in Bar! read more

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Bar did a great job helping retrain our older dog Sundae! We came to Bar because our dog was struggling with separation anxiety. Over a 4 week stay, Sundae  built up to consistently being able to go to a designated area and stay, and also walk at heel even with distractions. These skills are helping us communicate better with Sundae on walks, she's less reactive towards other dogs, and is calmer at home when we have to leave for work. Sundae enjoyed her time with Bar and quickly became comfortable with him. Bar was also great coaching us through training in in-person sessions, and was always willing to answer any questions we had. We'd highly recommend Bar for anyone looking to help their dog learn new skills! read more

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My two year old high energy Poodle, Levi had a great time with Bar!! He is now 100% behaved next to other dogs and distractions and responds willingly to commands! He no longer pulls on the leash or reacts when walking in public. Before the 4 week board and train program, it was impossible to get his focus when distracted. Now he is very attentive. Bar also worked with me on how to communicate with Levi in the most clear and effective language and guided me every step of the way. Highly recommend :) read more

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My Frenchie Chapo is my 3 year old rescue who had a great time at Bar K9 training! Chapo has always been such a cuddle bug but he started to develop reactivity on walks with people and passing dogs. I decided to sign him up for Bars 4 week program and I couldn't be happier! Bar corrected all his issues I wanted him to focus on. Chapo is back to his sweet self who cuddles all my guests and now ignores dogs on walks! His basic commands are very well on point and I feel so much more confident having him outside. Thank you bar for everything and teaching me how to maintain all your hard work. read more

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I adopted a dog, Alya, with some fear and reactivity issues but she is also a sweet and bright dog. We went to Bar to help work through some of that fear and reinforce some proper training. Bar took her in for a few weeks and she picked up all the lessons quickly. When she came home she was more confident and we've put her lessons into practice. She is doing great and I appreciate Bar's positive approach. He's easy to work with, very patient and kind, and conscientious. Highly recommend! read more

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Bar worked with my brought my 11 months old Emma for 5 weeks . She is much calmer and has learned to actually listen and knows what's expected of her. Bar is the most patient and kind trainer. He formed a genuine bond with Emma. I would leave her with him anytime! read more

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Bar at K9 Dog Training was the best! My family left our dog with him for a few weeks to tighten up some training and WOW was he a different dog! So quick to follow commands, so eager to perform well, and SO locked into Bar! We could tell Bar spent a lot of time with our dog -- they had a special bond for sure. Not to mention the facility (ranch) is stunning; a place any dog would thrive in. We will be back for refreshes and boarding in the future for sure! Thank you Bar!! read more

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Bar is an excellent, professional and caring trainer. In about 4 weeks he took our 3 year old street rescue dog, Rudy from an aggressive and reactive dog to a mellow, very calm companion. I highly recommend Bar--he listened to our concerns and our desires and he delivered on all counts. Not only did he train our dog--he trained me as well. Bar is simply the best! read more

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Bar took my reactive toy poodle and turned him into a gentleman. Not only did he train my pup but also trained us humans how to teach and consistently reinforce his lessons. I entrusted Bar with the dog's care and learning during the two week overnight program. We also went to the training to learn how to reinforce the new lessons. My dog has remained well behaved. I am convinced that we could not have found a better more competent and caring trainer read more

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Bar is, simply put, the absolute best dog trainer I've ever encountered. He completely related to Izzy, my puppy Labrador, on a level I've never seen any other dog trainer accomplish. His training style was based on 100% positive reinforcement, which I appreciated. Izzy is the most well behaved dog I've ever owned and I know this is because of the work she did with Bar. She's also the most confident dog I've ever met. She literally is not afraid of anything and approaches ever situation calmly and with grace. I know this is a result of the positive reinforcement training she received from Bar. I cannot recommend Bar highly enough. He's also just about the nicest guy you'd ever meet, which makes the whole process that much easier. He's the only dog trainer I'd ever use. read more

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This is the most amazing dog training expereince I have every had. I have had 2 dogs train wiht Bar and they have come back changed dogs. His training skills are so patient and caring and you can tell how much the dogs love him. My dogs are very different and required different training techniques but Bar customizes his training for your dogs needs. I highly recommend him!!! It is a total game changer and does an incredible job!! read more

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My dog Buster is about 3 years old and he just finished training with bar. Buster has been a good boy up until about 2 1/2 he started to become very territorial with our guests and any dogs we saw when I would walk him. Bar has completely corrected this behavior and has also taught me how to continue to work with Buster instead of enabling his behavior. Buster is back to being a good boy and we are very happy with the results. Highly recommend bar to friends and family :) read more

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Bar is a great trainer and really loves dogs. He's a solid choice for your money and your peace of mind. Solid!

We could not have chosen a better trainer than Bar to help us with our dog, Nera. From our initial contact onwards Bar was always professional, accessible and willing to help us with our concerns. I reached out to Bar because I wanted to adopt Nera, a 2 year old Belgian Malinois, from the Agoura Animal Shelter. Knowing the tendencies of the breed I was a little hesitant. Additionally, although Nera was loving towards people I had seen her behave poorly toward certain other dogs in the shelter. This was of concern because we would be bringing her home to Kairos, our 13 year old Belgian Tervuren. Bar came to the Shelter to meet Nera and gave me a favorable assessment of her, feeling that some of her less acceptable behavior was due to such an active dog being in a shelter environment. Further, after the adoption he took her directly to his training facility. This was so much more than I had expected and I was so grateful for both his expertise and his handing of the situation. I first visited Nera during the third week of her training. It was fun to see them both again. Nera was calm and confident and she had a firm grasp of all the basic commands we had previously discussed. It was also clear she had developed a close bond with Bar and that he had spent a great deal of time with her. Nera finished her 4 week boarding/training has now been home with us for a month, it has been a very easy transition. She remains a spirited and energetic dog but she obeys commands and it is fun to go walking and hiking with her. She will walk at heel when required and is at ease around other dogs. We cannot recommend Bar highly enough. His help was invaluable, without it adopting Nera would have been a considerable challenge. read more