In January of 2026, I started bringing my then eight month old Pit Bull rescue puppy to Fidelis K9 Training after looking on Yelp for local dog training recommendations. It's been over three months and I can officially say, she has become our best trained dog ever! I am so glad I made the decision. I have never experienced ongoing training that includes classes throughout the week on a flexible schedule. Because of this flexibility, training has easily become part of our routine (we go about 3 times per week). My puppy looks forward to it as do I!  Fidelis K9 also offers Good Canine Citizen (GCC) certification which we are currently working towards.  Most importantly: a HUGE SHOUT OUT to Alejandra and Antonio, the trainers, who I feel are the heart of the training facility. They are knowledgeable, patient and always extremely helpful. K9 Fidelis has given me so much confidence as a dog owner and continues to build my puppy's training (and confidence too). I recommend them without hesitation! read more

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Absolutely appreciate the work that Patrick and the team put into training the dogs!! They go above and beyond and put you at ease when you leave your pet there for the day!! Significant improvement for my "granddogs". read more

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That 100 percent did not happen like you are saying it did. And I again was not the only one to see and comment as there was another business owner there that witnessed it. Also am sure if you would like there are cameras on all those buildings and am sure you were to review them you might not like the fact that your trainers are lying to you on what happened. read more

As a local dog boarding business owner, I'm pretty selective about who I trust with my own dogs and who I refer my clients to, and Fidelis K9 has been great. Their training methods really work, communication is always clear, and I've seen noticeable improvements in behaviors and confidence. Alejandra and Antonio are friendly, knowledgeable, and experienced working with a wide variety of breeds. I feel very comfortable continuing to attend group classes (which are also so fun) and recommend them to my clients all the time. read more

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I absolutely love Fidelis K9 Training in Orangevale California. I have learned so many basic obedience commands in a social and interactive environment with fantastic trainers that my dog has become quite calm and well mannered. The business model is fantastic because you don't have to sign up for anything you just come and go as your schedule allows for a set low monthly amount. The trainers and the owner really care about you and your dog and your success with your dog. There is is no question you can ask them that they cannot answer. I have found this to be a very supportive and helpful place to raise my golden retriever puppy. read more

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I wasn't sure what to expect bringing in my two German Shepherds, ages 5 and 3. Before signing up, I asked to meet with the staff, and they immediately made me feel welcome and comfortable. I enrolled my dogs, and to my surprise, they showed progress on their walks almost right away. Antonio and Alejandra have been wonderful--they truly understand each dog's needs and work thoughtfully on their behaviors. I also receive daily training updates with photos, which I know I'll miss once the program ends! We're nearing the end of our 10-day training course and have recently started attending group sessions. Patrick and Antonio have been fantastic in helping us transition, making me feel at ease having my dogs around others and answering all of my questions along the way. read more

Fidelis K9 - The dogs' first day. - Pet Training Near Me - Orangevale, California

We are signed up again for our pup and recently called ahead of our training start date for some assistance on training concerns. Patrick and team were quick to respond and made their facility available for a quick assessment. We left feeling at ease and motivated to start training in Nov. We would recommend them to anyone looking for solid training. This is our third time using them for our dogs. Check them out! read more

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We can't say enough about the kind and expert help at group classes over the last year and a half! Our doodle was such a stubborn puppy; we needed ideas, and the group classes gave us the kind of consistent routine that we could follow at home. Still a strong-willed dog at 2 years old, but she listens, obeys, and most importantly to us she is a loving and fun family dog. Fidelis K9 has worked for us!! read more

I have a 4mo doberman puppy who went to her first class yesterday. I was hesitant about bringing my 3yo son with me but he really wanted to see our puppy "at school". The staff, Antonio, was super patient with us and let my son feel included in the whole process. My son held on to treats and was allowed to help reward our puppy for her good behavior. Everyone in the class praised my son for being a great helper and i know he felt so proud! This morning I went out with our pup and practiced what we just learned last night and she did great! My son came out to play too and she was completely obedient and not distracted by him at all! She sat calmly next to me for over an hour while he played, when before she started training, would try to steal his toys and did lots of jumping. Our goal with our dog is to incorporate her as part of the family. I want her to be safe with my kids and vise versa and im so grateful they allowed me to bring my kids so we can start to do just that! read more

This place is the real deal. There are a lot of trainers out there, but many don't have substantial knowledge. So if you have a large dog, or if you want your dog very well-trained for all circumstances, Fidelis K9 is where you should go. Alejandra and Antonio are so knowledgeable and patient (both with the dogs, and with all my questions). I felt like I learned a lot about how to help my dog behave better, and how to consistently read her signals correctly. I'll be back for group classes! read more

Not sure what else I can say about Patrick and his team. We have been using them for a few years now with 3 of our German shepherds Our family has used them for many dogs as well. Night and day differences in behaviors and demeanor. Not only do they work with your dogs but they work with you to continue the progress away from the facility. Do not hesitate to build that relationship with your dogs!!! If you want that bond, you need Fidelis k9!!!! read more

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Little dogs need training too. Patrick and Brad are awesome. Kono trained with them at 6 months old and one and half years later all the training has stuck. Recently took a trip to Monterey and the hotel we stayed at was dog friendly. Walking through the lobby Kono was always by my side not acting up. But a lot of the other pups were not playing it cool especially the smaller ones where the owners just pick them up and coddle them. If you want a trained dog, especially a small one that you want to take anywhere Fidelis K9 can help. read more

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Got an extremely energetic working Doberman and the walks just weren't doing it for him. After trying several different dog trainers we were recommended Fidelis K9. After following them on social media and doing some research we reached out for help. When Patrick came over with his dog Mila, our dog instantly had an energy shift. Patrick was kind and extremely understanding about our situation. We voiced that we had bad experiences with training previously and would like updates and we are overjoyed about the constant communication and updates. We feel confident in recommending Fidelis K9 to anyone we know. read more

Fidelis K9 - First couple minutes of meeting and our dog (Doberman) is already paying attention and eager to learn. - Pet Training Near Me - Orangevale, California

I can't say enough good things about this business. The owner, Patrick, and trainer, Brad greet you when you arrive and always ask if there is something special you want them to work on with your dog. My dog has made such great progress since she started. I now can walk her around other dogs with ease. Also, she has become more socialized and calm. Yesterday I took her to the vet which I usually dread. She was so much better behaved. I couldn't ask for a better result. They offer ongoing training for you as well as your pet They also send you videos during the day to help the continuation of their training that you can do when you're at home. read more

Patrick works well with all dogs. My did has Anxiety but Patrick was able to work past it. She loves class and surprises us and did real well. You will be happy if you choose them. Price is very reasonable. I still take her back for refresh. Carleen knox Roseville read more

So glad we found this place. Owner Patrick is super nice and easy to work with. He met my dog Milo (Shepherd/Husky mix) and he recommended a plan to get him to meet my goals. We started off with a 10 day board which was optional. This board allowed my dog to learn the foundations and basic commands. After the board we followed up with group classes which he has available all throughout the week at multiple times. You show up whenever is convenient for you. I have been taking my dog at least once a week for an hour group class and he has exceeded my expectations. I can leave him in a sit/stay for as long as I need. I can get him to go to a place and lay down. I can now greet other owners and dogs without my dog freaking out and being vocal. I owe all of this praise to K9 Fidelis. I highly recommend if you have a dog to at least go check out a group class. Patrick is easy to work with and you can schedule a meet and greet or a drop-in with a simple text message or email to the business. On top of all of this they have fun classes like Promotion Night where your dog gets to earn military ranks based on his/her behavior. You get to advance your dog through the military ranks. They also offer outings to businesses incase you want to teach your dog how to be a well behaved dog that can go to a restaurant with you. read more

My dog Toby has been attending the SOF for 5 days now. I can't express how much this has helped him. He was a scared timid dog who didn't trust anyone and already in this short period of time he has opened up so much. I highly recommend taking your dog here for training , you won't regret it! The group classes are also very helpful. read more

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I've been bringing my pup to Fidelis K9 for just over a month. My Doberman puppy Siren had become afraid of everything and needed a serious confidence boost. With the help of Patrick, Bradley, and all the members of the Fidelis family, Siren has gained so much confidence and really started to come into his own. We are excited to continue working towards accomplishing anything possible. We had met with other trainers in the area who were rather pretentious, but Fidelis has been warm and welcoming. Such a positive environment, and the members truly look out for each other. I could not be happier with the results at a very reasonable price. read more

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I have messaged Fidelis K9 regularly for the last 3 years since I originally heard about them asking for board and training. As soon as it was announced, I jumped at the opportunity to have them train my 2 dogs, Willow and Ellie. Within a day, I was getting videos and pictures of their progress. Patrick was as excited, if not more than me, at their progress. Seeing Willow and Ellie come out of their shells and start listening so well just affirmed that Fidelis K9 Training was the best choice, and I'm so happy with what they have been able to accomplish I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to anyone in need of training. read more

Fidelis K9 - Ellie is on the left, Willow is on the right. - Pet Training Near Me - Orangevale, California

If you haven't had training for your dog/puppy I highly recommend Patrick. Seeing the work he has achieved has been phenomenal. I drive 30-40 minutes just to take his group classes and after just 1 class learned some basic fundamentals that I've already instilled in our puppy! read more

Fidelis K9 - A picture of Archie off leash during a walk staying so perfectly for a picture! He's only 5 months old. - Pet Training Near Me - Orangevale, California

My dog, Sammy, and I have been going to training with Patrick at Fidelisk9 since he was 7 months old. We rescued him and he was a very sad case. Within a couple months of group classes and a week of board training he was a very happy, proud and obedient puppy!! I'm not sure who was more proud and excited-Patrick, Sammy or myself!! Both Sammy and I have learned so much and we both have gained the confidence we needed. Patrick is very dedicated and devoted to the dogs and it shows in his enthusiasm and excitement. He is always there for the many questions and concerns we have had along the way! I couldn't be more grateful for all of assistance and care we have received!! I HIGHLY recommend this training to every dog owner out there! read more

Another year in the book with Fidelis K9 training - another year I couldn't be happier. Things are always changing at Fidelis as they are working on the best ways to help all their clients. The new group trainings are definitely some of my favorites - it gives such a great spin on traditional dog training classes by putting you out in the real world. I won't lie...those first few classes will be embarrassing, but once you've worked with your dog in public, things become so much easier for them to work in distracted environments. As always, Patrick has been such a huge help - always answering questions about how to best help our dogs be successful members of our family. He loves a good working dog, but can appreciate our new pet potato dog as well. He treats each dog like they're his only client, and I couldn't be more grateful for the help he's provided us with over the past 2.5 years. Looking forward to the next year of training with Fidelis K9. read more

My family is so appreciative of Fidelis. We rescued our dog pumpkin who came from an abusive home so she is a highly reactive dog. She would bark and lunge at unknown people and animals. She had even broken a fence board with her head to try and get to another dog and has gotten into a dog fight before. We put her in the drop off all day classes for 11 days so far. When she first came to Fidelis she was in a muzzle and was barking and growling at everyone and everything. Now she is in a room full of other reactive dogs calmly sitting as they walk dogs by! I am blown away with her progress already and can't wait to continue to work with them. (I also appreciate that they send update videos of her progress when she is attending the all day classes) read more

We started training at Fidelis with Patrick in March of 2024, we booked a 10-day board and train and signed up for the weekly training classes. We LOVE the results. Our Bull Terrier, Rowdy (6 years old), was super skittish and scared in public around other dogs and people. Coming to weekly training classes around several different breeds/sizes of dogs and tons of different people has done wonders for his confidence. His 10-day board and train gave us a much more obedient dog and a love for Fidelis and Patrick/his family. We will always recommend Fidelis and their team! read more

FIDELIS K9 TRAINING with Patrick is the ONLY way to go with dog training. Ive got the package of Board and Training for our now 7 month old cane corso. We are on week 4 and hes learned so much from walking, recall, and being kenneled trained. He has progressed each and every single time he went to class. Speaking with Patrick for the first time to see what will be the best option for us to go with he was very honest to try out something small to see how the little one was going to be then work our way up. He is a great trainer and you can tell he is VERY passionate in his work and he just really wants to help our fur babies to be the best companions they can be!! Mahalo so much Patrick!! read more

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We are loving the group classes by Patrick. Getting the necessary structure and obedience for our Belgian Malionois.

I love bringing my German Shepherd puppy to Patrick's group training. It's a safe and great environment for my dog to learn the skills he needs to be a well behaved dog in public. I would highly recommend! read more

Fidelis K9 - My puppy learning how to do off leash commands. - Pet Training Near Me - Orangevale, California

This review is a PSA "buyer beware". Last April, I contacted Patrick to hire him for training our 2 dogs. He requested the full amount for 5 private sessions, and 5 group sessions which I paid. He did not mention that if we discontinued training (for whatever reason) he would not refund the unused portion of the amount paid. No where on his website is this mentioned either. Had I known this was his policy, I would have opted to pay for sessions as I used them. While he will still honor our remaining sessions, he will not refund the unused amount. Again, this should have been disclosed prior to him taking payment and I would be giving him a wonderful review and recommend him to others. Since he is choosing to keep my money, I wanted to warn others. read more

Fidelis K9 Training is absolutely hands down the best training center for your pup. I have a very energetic Chocolate Lab, Patrick the owner and Brad have been working with me and my dog for a week and already I see improvement in her behavior at home. I drop her off in the morning and pick her up in the afternoon they don't just hand me back to her They let me know how she did throughout the day and give me instructions to do at home. During the day I receive videos( which I love to see my dog in action) They really care about dogs and want to see owners and puppies happy and succeed. Come by and check them out. Your Pup will love it. read more

Been training with Patrick & his team for about 1 yr now with my 2yr old goldendoodle. He loves Patrick and I absolutely recommend going to group classes to learn commands with distractions from other dogs, people & environment. I was able to train my new puppy as well from all the training lessons we had with Fidelis K9 and trains both dogs with distractions during group classes. I highly recommend checking out Fidelis K9 if you need any dog training! Call Patrick! read more

My Doberman Bane went for 14 sessions and he is trained exactly how I wanted! My pup still retained a lot of what Patrick has taught him and we continue the training at home. Patrick always kept me updated on his progress while I was at work. I highly recommend Fidelis K9 worth every penny! Go visit them! read more

My puppy Jake has been attending puppy school with Fidelis K9 since July. He loves it. This last Saturday, Jake was being fearful all day. That night he was refusing to come in the house. I texted Patrick for suggestions on what to do. I didn't want to make him worse. Patrick texted back some suggestions pretty quickly. We finally got Jake in the house. On Monday morning he was exhibiting fear again. When I dropped Jake off, Brad listened to what happened over the weekend and that morning. He said he would work with him that day. At pick up time, Brad took the time to explain what he did that day and the plan for the rest of the week. He even gave me homework. The other two trainers, Leilani and Ethan, have both worked with us in private training sessions. Each one gave me tips and tricks that are specific to Jake. Yes, they know all the dogs. Both Leilani and Ethan gave Jake and I encouragement as we work through his fear. Everyone here truly loves dogs. And Jake loves them too. So will your dog. read more

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I wasn't sure of putting a review but seeing the most current review falls along the lines of my experience I felt compelled. I signed up for a two week drop off with 6 weeks of group classes and two private classes. I didn't even bother completing the program because of the unprofessional conduct of the team. It began with all the promises of updates, videos, and homework during the two week drop off that never happened. I got I think 3 videos after raising my concerns. The drop off and pick off was crazy and frustrating including on two occasions dogs getting lose outside of the contained area. The group classes didn't seem that productive particularly because there were some HIGHLY AGGRESSIVE Dogs that would be a constant distraction. My final straw was that on when I kept having to move from being downwind from one of the trainers who was smoking (AGAIN) during the group training. The only time I saw Patrick which is when he pitched me on the program and he called me when vented some frustration about the lack of any communication. It's also pretty disappointing that they seem to be constantly running "specials" at discounts over what some of us paid literally days before. Overall a very unpleasant and VERY unprofessional experience. read more

Patrick and Team have been amazing with our 2 Australian Shepherds. My dogs have been to multiple trainers, but no one had ever trained me!. Patrick has giving me the tools needed to be a better pet owner . I highly recommend him and his Team read more

I can't say enough good things about Patrick and his team. I was incredibly anxious about leaving my dog with anyone but I soon learned he is not only a fantastic trainer but also a lover of animals just like me. Coco went from tough on a leash to eager to please on a leash and she now does things I couldn't have dreamed of like down stays in crowded parks and even at home while workers are coming and going. If you're looking for a trainer you found the best with Patrick. We can't wait to work with him more at group classes! read more

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I've been going to group classes since my puppy was 5 months old. I can't say enough great things about Patrick and his business. He truly has a passion for training dogs and is extremely knowledgeable. He is always willing to take the time to answer questions and help with any issues/concerns I have. He is very good at explaining the "why" behind the method used for training. I highly recommend this company. read more

Love this place. Been taking my Rhodesian Ridgeback here as soon as he had all his shots. They've done an amazing job teaching him obedience, leash control, focus, etc. On my first meeting with the owner he asked what I was looking for in dog training. He listened to my goals and expectations and then worked with me to find a plan that would accomplish them. He also helped me understand the process and what realistic progress I should except at each stage. The staff is great and I love getting updates from them regarding our progress. Knowing my pup is well mannered, will recall, and won't drag my kids around on his leash is beyond comforting and worth every penny. read more

The Fidelis K9 training plan was an amazing value for the results we got in training our Corgi! As a 14 month old she went to Boot Camp for 2 weeks, which was life changing for all of us! She continued with the "polish" of Group Training 6+ weeks. She is now at 17 months an excellent pet-friendly, well-behaved dog. Fidelis K9 has given us one-to-one attention with behavioral quirks our dog had, and really helped us work on training at home. All of these services were part of the training package we enrolled. We are particularly grateful to Patrick, the owner and dog trainer extraordinaire! Leilani and Garrett are dog trainers par excellence!!! Thanks to all! We are grateful Corgi "parents"!!! read more

I wrote a review once before but feel that I should write another one. I was finally able to sign my dog up for training with Patrick, and in just 2 days he's been able to have her around distractions without her acting like a crazy girl. I was really concerned when I saw the other dogs staying in place on mats. I was like, there is no way my dog will do that for a decent amount of time. For a short amount of time, sure, but she's going to try to play with every dog in the room and not pay attention. Well I was wrong. She is doing fantastic. I'm very happy with the results so far. I know it's only been a few days but I see lots of positive things. I also love that Patrick sends little videos and update of the training sessions during the day. I would and do highly recommend Fidelis K9 Training. read more

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Would give a 2.5 star if they had it. It started off well. We were excited and pleased at first. Clean facility and Patrick was very cool. Unfortunately, due to a very tough personal issue, I was about 15 minutes late for drop off one morning (the only time I had ever dropped off late). Patrick's assistant was very cold and rude toward me about it. He yelled rudely, "drop off is at 9!" Then disappeared into the building for a pretty long awkward minute. I was confused as to if that meant to take my dogs back home? ... which honestly pissed me off. When he finally came to talk to me, I told him I was sorry we were late and that's it been a shi**y morning so far. He sarcastically said "wow a shi**y morning already by 9 am?". I get it , I was late and that is annoying but it was one time and he had no idea what I had gone through that morning so a little tiny bit of empathy would have been cool or maybe just him not being super rude and sarcastic, especially with another client behind me (which he did not seem to get the same crap from the employee that I did...). Basically, I did not feel comfortable going back there after that. I made my fiancé bring my two dogs to the rest of the drop offs and group sessions all by himself because of that. Please note , this review is based off of the assistant guy , not Patrick or any of the younger employees. They were all welcoming and wonderful. The dogs improved quite a bit. I reached back out to them recently because one of my dogs, one who they had trained a few months back started acting more aggressive towards dogs. I texted them to see if they could help us since we had invested 2 dogs worth of money into their company. Never heard anything back. We decided to spend our money else where and go with jpk9 Academy. They have been very welcoming so far. EDIT: Patrick reached out to me and let me know that the assistant guy is no longer with them. Without him, I think this is a great facility with a great staff. He explained that he was on vacation when I had text him about my aggressive dog. I can forgive that. Life happens. Changed my review from 3 stars to 5. read more