I am so happy to have found Patrick! He has made my boy Chief so much more comfortable with his confidence in other people. We have only made it to two dog training sessions and he has grown so much. Before he wouldn't allow my stepdaughter to even pet him and just yesterday he jumped in her lap, what a great surprise this was for us and I was overwhelmed with hOur journey is not over but I'm super happy to see my son much more confident. read more

Fidelis K9 Training - My happy boy, after our last session - Pet Training Near Me - Orangevale, California

I adopted a 5year old pitbull from the Bradshaw shelter. Dog and I were bonding but everytime I tried to take him for a walk he got so unruly I didn't want to take him out. Today is day seven of the adoption and my doggy and I met with Patrick Of Fidelis K9 training. Within 2 minutes we were walking and he was behaving like a truly well trained dog. We just went on our first walk through the neighborhood and even walked right passed a kitty. Thank you Patrick the lessons you taught me are worKing wonderfully. I highly recommend Fidelis K9 training for youR pet training. Their reasonably priced and are wonderful to work with. Thanks grateful new pet owner read more

Highly recommend Fidelis K9 Training for any dog! This is a very family oriented facility and Patrick is a great dog trainer. We have a hyper 1 year old German Shepard and this place has done wonders for her. We've been taking her to group classes/drop off training for about 2 months now and she is so much more obedient. We were even able to take her with us to an off leash beach, an outdoor restaurant and a pet store and she did amazing! Please reach out to Patrick at Fidelis K9 Training if you have any questions or concerns for your doggo. I promise you won't be disappointed! read more

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I have an aggressive dog that's getting worse. Took him in for an evaluation but they couldn't work with my dog. I was there for a total of about 5 minutes, that was enough time for these professionals to know they couldn't help me. He kept lunging and barking at Patrick and his partner. I tried calming him down with treats but one of the trainers told me to stop rewarding him for his behavior. Then said "I'm not training that f*cking dog" and went inside. Their safety is important so I get it. Patrick stayed outside and talked to me for a few minutes and gave me some advice. He's a nice guy. Sounded like my dog was the first one they've had to turn away. This review is just based on my experience. I'm sure they can work with everyone else's dog and mine was just the exception. read more

Patrick is an incredible dog trainer! We have a rescue Belgian Malinois that we've been working with the past 3 years. Within a week of taking her to Patricks group class, she has improved. We signed up for the monthly unlimited group class package, & i would highly recommend it. If you're looking for the best trainer in Norcal, choose K9 Fidelis!!!! read more

Payed them for dog training and they were good in the beginning they did 5 days with my dog then they were closed for the heat and all that never got back to me about bringing him back and then they locked up and moved I payed for the package 2 and payed in full but I only got 5 days of training and nothing else never called for anything about bringing him back to train and honestly haven't even see a change in my dog. read more

Love Fidelis! We bought a very large dog for our family, and we knew very little about how to train. That all changed when we found Fidelis. Brad has worked with us many times, not just in a one on one class, but just as I'm picking up my dog, he takes the time to explain what we should be doing, and expecting out of our dog. I knew I was seeing a change in our dog when I took him to petsmart, and he did not pull on the leach once! I had 2 toddlers with me, a cart of dog food, and I didn't once have to worry about my dog and if he was going to pull or lunge at another person or dog. It was incredible. Leilani really worked with us to understand how to use a prong collar properly, and it has really paid off. Also, Leilani's advice on dog food has completely cured our dogs stomach issues, which we are so grateful for! We are truly lucky to have found Fidelis. Between Brad and Leilani, I cannot wait to see what this year of training has in store for us, and the amazing family dog we will have at the end. read more

Our baby wolf (Shepherd/Husky mix) Skyye loves to go and hang out and learn with Patrick at Fidelis k9. She has grown so much with her commands and her obedience has continued to grow so much, and we are excited to see how far we can take her OB with Pat. If you have a pup, any age, any breed and any issue, Patrick is your guy for sure!! read more

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I was looking for a trainer to help me with my two year old rescue. He is what Patrick calls a Covid dog. He was born during the Covid shut down and never was socialized. I tried a couple other trainers But they weren't addressing the problems my boy needed help with. We had a few private lessons at FidelisK9 Training and Patrick was quick to assess the issues and moved us forward with solutions. We now attend the group sessions, and the improvement is amazing. So happy to have found FidelisK9 Training. read more

These guys definitely take care of you and your dog here. I really appreciate that they can work with a crazy schedule like I have for work and traveling. They treat your dog like family and I know he will be in good hands when he goes for the day. Great communication with texting me videos of the training while I'm away. Overall just a really stand up operation. I'm always trying to support veterans and this place is vet owned and operated. Good work! read more

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Love the trainers at Fidelis K9 Training! We signed up for the Companion 2 package and our 1-1/2 year old yellow lab and on Day 6, she is already sitting and staying while distractions are happening around her. We have noticed vast improvement in her behavior at home, and the command "Focus" will get her back on track when needed. At home she heels on leash and in the house off leash; sits and stays; sits and stays at threshold (when we go in and out of doors); she relaxes in her kennel now; she focuses on us more and while she was able to "read the room" prior to training (e.g. eventually stopped asking to play while we would eat dinner), she obeys immediately now. Also she doesn't bark at the dogs she encounters in our neighborhood when we are out on walks. Highly recommend Fidelis K9! read more

Patrick is patient, welcoming, and amazing with my daughter and her pup. They learned a lot tonight. On top of enjoying themselves they will continue to strengthen their bond and continue forward to become the best forever team they can. I cannot wait to see what the future holds for my daughter and her dog. They truly were made for each other and Patrick is going to give them the tools to ensure they can continue to live and work in harmony. We can't wait to go back and meet more of the FK9T family. read more

We brought our dog Ellie in for a consult and she was immediately showing some improvement. We paid for the drop off day sessions pack and took her one time so far. Already she has shown great improvement. We can't wait to take her to more and start the group lessons as well. Months of frustration and attempts to get her to respond to training are already beginning to come to an end and we can't wait to see what the future at Fidelis brings. We would recommend them to anyone. Not only are they amazing at what they do and have fantastic prices, the owner truly cares. You can't beat that combo. read more

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Absolutely would not recommend! Very disorganized. I paid almost 1500$ to train my dog which it made 0 difference 0 progress. He would try to upsell other services when never even completed the service I paid. Communication is terrible. I asked for my $$ back 2x and I was ignored. They never finished my training or contact me to make an attempt to deliver what they promised. They took my money and I feel scammed. Also if you are a single woman I would stay clear of this place the owner is acting very predatory to say the least, he stated he is going through a divorce to try to pick up women. I have PTSD from dealing with this business. I don't even want to put any of this here but hopefully it would be helpful to someone. Find a reputable dog trainer with credentials and professionalism, I never even got a receipt. I would give negative 100 stars if possible. read more

To start, I have been a customer of this organization for about a year. I try to make it a point to support local family run businesses as I grew up in one. I Initially I sent my dog to be trained as a puppy, and then started to utilize their daycare system. Throughout our time with this company I experienced very poor communication regarding their ever changing plans (such as no longer offering smaller training packages but one large one that covered what we had already learned at a very high price), and changes in times and days of operation (e. g. daycare, group classes) without any notice via text, email etc. It's been frustrating but my dog loved it there and we enjoyed the staff. I recently have been trying to renew our doggy daycare package. I moved too quickly and made the mistake of paying $1250 to their Venmo email address which could not accept payments. Patrick's wife called to work this out with me and as I voiced my stress about the lack of time I had to deal with getting my money back from Venmo and paying for additional sessions out of pocket without having my money reimbursed yet prior to picking up my kid and starting work that evening. She in return wanted to complain to me about all of her responsibilities as well, stating she had 5 kids and ran two businesses. I found this to be very unprofessional and the conversation did not go well. Nevertheless she signed my dog up for daycare the following day and I had agreed to make a payment in person. The following day I went to pick up my dog and encountered Patrick and started to discuss what happened with his wife. He asked what my complaints were about his business and as I started voicing them, without dismissing the accuracy of the complaints, he blamed it on his staff, newness of the business, lack of knowledge of a computer program they recently started using, and a recent increase in rent. Becoming ever so frustrated with his dismissive attitude, I said let me just go ahead and pay for today and Friday's daycare, as I was ready to leave. He quoted me $40 per day for doggy daycare. I had never heard of such an amount from their place or actually any other doggy daycare in the area. So I said forget Friday I'll just pay for today. Granted one of my complaints was the increase in pricing from the first time I purchased a daycare package to now ($500 for 25 sessions versus $600 for 20 sessions). But I had still been willing to pay up until that point. With his expectation that I paid $40 for doggy daycare, I said I would just pay for that day and sever ties with the organization, which he wouldn't accept at that point so I left. Not two hours later prices were posted on Facebook (see photo) reflecting daycare packages which were different than the ones quoted to me by his wife the day prior (see photo) AND by him in person ($35/day v. $40/day). They have been quoting higher rates to me than they posted on Facebook. I am so super disappointed in this company that I had high hopes for as they are part of my community. As I have told Patrick and his wife, they do a great job training dogs but, unfortunately, their lack of organization and unprofessionalism has lost me as a customer. I would never recommend someone going to them. read more

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Shortly after filling out a quick online survey, Patrick contacted us almost imminently. As first time dog parents of course we had all of the questions, but with a planned meet and great, our minds were at ease. After 1 month of 'Room and Board', our dog now has a wonderful baseline. Patrick has since been a text or phone call away to answer all further questions or concerns as we continue to implement structure and routine in all of our daily lives. And now, attending group classes is such a wonderful way to stay connected, create exposure and maintain that baseline. The knowledge and environment he creates for all our fur babies is the absolute best. I highly recommend Fidelis K9 Training. read more

My pup LOVES her trainers here. They are very accommodating and you can tell they care for the dogs. Also very communicative and allow you to text and call with questions. The price is also very affordable compared to other training packages I looked at and they have drop-ins so your dog can have a full day of immersive training read more

I went to an open group dog training tonight with Fidelis K9. I was more than impressed. Patrick is a true dog whisperer. So personable with his humans and his furries. I went tonight thinking "I hope this helps this time", since I've taken her to two other trainers. Delilah is a skittish labradoodle who barks and runs and hides anytime we have company. By the end of 1.5hrs with Patrick, they were almost friends. When we got home, my kids had friends over. Normally she would have barked at them and hid. She came in with confidence, didn't bark and even approached one of their friends. Huge accomplishment! I signed her up for a 5 day board and train. I can't wait to see what great accomplishments Patrick makes with her. I am so excited for what is next. Thanks so much Patrick. Here is a pic from tonight of when someone came over. She didn't bark when he walked in and even let him pet her. Win win win! read more

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Our 7 month old aussie just finished his first full day with Patrick and the team! I cannot say enough great things about them! When we arrived for our consultation our dog was barking constantly and pulling on the leash like crazy. Within 2 minutes Patrick knew exactly what this wild boy needed. With a change in a collar and a little guidance our dog was sitting quietly next to Patrick it was AMAZING. We enrolled our dog in the partnership program and are so excited to see what other magic Patrick has in store for our boy! He just finished his 1st day and is exhausted! I highly recommend! read more

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Patrick and Fidelis Training is at the highest level in dog training. You will notice a difference in your dog's attentiveness to your commands after even one session. Patrick creates a unique and trusting bond with the dog that drives the training points and the dogs respond quickly and well. There is no need for harsh correction or raised voices for your dog to lean into obedience. Patrick shows a loving but firm way to bring your dog under your control. Although I have a 100lb German Shepherd and he was literally and figuratively eating out of Patrick's hand within 10 min, any dog, any size, any age will benefit from this training. It is reasonably priced and Patrick is a professional in all aspects. Give them a try and you won't be disappointed. read more

I finally got to attend a session with Patrick at the park. He really helped Charlie and I, he was walking side by side with other dogs and I'm so excited to keep practicing all the new techniques we learned. I'm so excited!!! read more

Today was our 2nd week and we are so happy to have found Fidelis K9 Training. We get 1 hour of quality, group, but almost like private training for a very very minimal amount. There are other trainers that charge a heck of a lot more for less training. To have Professional training from Patrick...the owner, but also someone who really loves what he does and is good at what he does..a blessing! The dogs and their humans feel that energy coming from him. Many different large and small breeds, different personalities but at a comfortable level. For me, and my JRT, that plays a major part in our choosing the right trainer. He is also a Military Vet who works with training dogs for placement to our great men and women who served and serve our Country. Great location in a park in Anatolia. Contact him for hours and days. Thank you again Patrick. read more

I found out so much about our dog's personality as training progressed with FidelisK9, we had rescued Bear only six months earlier. He's 80+ lbs so being big, strong, not quite 2 yrs old made him hard to handle. Patrick and Brad have transformed Bear, I can walk him, control him around others. Lastly, knowing that Bear's aggressive behavior is more likely from anxiety, gives me relief that he's a gentle giant around my grandchildren. Looking forward to daycare services. read more

When you are looking for a person, that is honest, dedicated, and will treat you, and your dog with respect look no further than - Fidelis Training and Patrick. He is extremely passionate about what he does, and creates a remarkable experience for you and your family! He immediately jumps in, with the challenges that you are having with your dog and corrects them and then educates you on how to continue your training at home !! From the first day that I went to a group lesson, I saw immediate progress of my German Shephard, I was extremely impressed, and signed up for kennel training as well! Patrick is always accessible to answer any questions, and is a stand up person, that the dogs immediately trust! I highly recommend his approach as a business person, and he is a high integrity based professional! He has a long standing reputation in the community for his service, and it has shown every interaction and training session! I am so glad that we were recommended to him! Thank you Patrick for helping our GSD utilize his spunk, his brains, his voice, in a more controlled demeanor, and help this fur mom have a little sanity, and better understanding, of this highly intelligent breed, together our family will enjoy each other more and more!! read more

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Highly recommend a trainer! I have spoken to a lot of trainers, and Patrick definitely cares about helping you and your dog and not just about getting money. He's very reasonable, flexible and knowledgeable. I noticed a huge difference in my fear/aggressive dog after only a couple of sessions! He also offers group classes, boarding, and individual private sessions as well!! read more

Fidelis K9 Training - My dog after one session of not being able to be within 100 feet of another dog!!! - Pet Training Near Me - Orangevale, California

We took our 4 month old puppy here for some basic training. Patrick is seriously a dog whisperer. Koda took to him right away. Koda was a little afraid of my husband at first and Patrick taught us to form a bond with him by feeding from our hands which helped a lot. We did the board and train and Koda came out of that training listening to commands and knew how to stay, follow, sit, and down and all of this at just 4 months old! I've seen how Patrick & his staff handle other dogs at group trainings & as I mentioned before.....dog whisperers! If your looking for the perfect trainers for your dog don't hesitate to bring them here! read more

We learned about Patrick through others he's trained and we're so thankful!! Our sweet but super dog-reactive pittie needed training to trust other dogs again. After just one session with Patrick she wasn't growling at other dogs again and after four was being hand-fed face to face with another dog in training. We are super pleased with the results and his methods and recommend Patrick to anyone looking to build up your relationship with your dog. read more

After weeks of searching for the right type of training for my border collie mix puppy while in the midst of a pandemic, I found Patrick and Fidelis K9. My puppy lacked confidence from lack of socialization and I lacked confidence and education on how to best help my pup through this time. Gus was barking at all humans and dogs just a couple of weeks ago. Walks were horrible and stressful for both of us. I loved him so much but felt like I had made a huge mistake. Today he went to his 3rd full day of training and not only was he was excited when we arrived, he was happy to see Patrick and he loves Patrick's son. I was so worried that I made the wrong decision with this puppy and sadly thought I'd have to rehome him. Now, I feel secure in the fact that Gus is well on his way in training, I am learning and we are going to be best friends for years. Knowing that Patrick is always there to give me guidance is priceless. Having someone care about your dog first and then your education to be a better dog companion second is worth every dime...and let me tell you about price. Fidelis K9 could charge so much more for the level of training that is offered. Many locations are priced ridiculously high with a portion of the care and love that Patrick gives these dogs. I'm excited to see my pup continue to grow and learn. I'm so thankful!!! read more

My 11 week old cane corso puppy has been with Patrick for three weeks and has already made amazing strides in her training progress. The dog is our 12 year olds and he has not only done really good work with the dog during our sessions but is also doing the same work teaching my daughter how to continue the training once we get home. Slow and steady wins the race, his patience and love for training really shows during every session. We will be continuing our training with him for as long as we need and I would recommend him to anyone! read more

I can't say enough kind words about Patrick and Fidelis K9 Training. I dropped off our service dog in training for the day for some assistance with his training. A few hours later and I saw a HUGE improvement without Stormy. Patrick was also wonderful with my son with special needs. He gave him the confidence to walk his dog under his control all on his own. He even did it while Stormy was being distracted by one of his favorite things...a bouncing ball! I would highly recommend them for all of your trading needs. read more

This place is great! We adopted an 80lb pit bull, he pulled sooo hard on his walks that I couldn't walk him, only my husband. And if he saw another dog or squirrel we were off to the races. Did the one day drop off training and we now have a dog that i can walk! He walks past other dogs with no problem! So grateful for the training they did with our handsome Landy but also the training they did with us! Great people there, so enjoyable to be able to take our boy with us anywhere now! Thank you Fidelis! read more

Patrick and his team are incredible! Take your dog here. The team is respectful, patient, informative, and they will teach your dog anything! All with positive reinforcement. read more

If your looking for a fun, reliable, family oriented training for your pup i promise this is the place! I took my 1 year old german sheperd/border collie to see Patrick and holy cow. After just 30 minutes my dog was able to walk by other dogs without lunging or barking, following commands better, just overall seemed more confident! And that was just 1 private session. We then did drop off the following day(8-5) and it was like night and day difference with our dog. He doesn't go after other dogs now, doesnt lunge to other dogs or people, and seems focused more and has more confidence. And that was after 2 sessions. I was eyeing this training facility for the past 4 months and I am so so glad I did this. It was my first time taking a dog I've owned to training and after this experience I will be bringing my pup back for more training and future dogs as well. Thank you so much Patrick and pj for all your work in just 2 sessions with Axle. We will be back to purchase a training package! read more

Great group of people. The trainers and staff are knowledgeable and friendly. Group classes are fun and encouraging. One on one training is responsibly priced and can help with alot of common issues. I started my puppy at 5 months, should have started her earlier. read more

Patrick has done an amazing job with our lab puppy. After a few sessions Cole is following basic commands, staying on his bed and walking without pulling. He's made it enjoyable to have a puppy! Patrick is so committed to the training and truly enjoys it. He even sends us texts and videos during the training day. You can tell he's as excited about the progress as we are! It has been a wonderful experience for our whole family read more

Patrick is a top notch provider and spares no expense with his services! With a series of appointments with Fidelis your dogs behavior will change tremendously! I'd give 10 stars if I could read more