We have been bringing our 90lb Mastiff/Lab mix to OC Dog Ranch for the last few years every time our family travels 4+ days. I am so happy I found this place - was recommended by someone through word of mouth. It is wide open space for our dog to run, and I love that because it is SO much better than her being boarded in a room with 50 other dogs. Staff will send you updates - and we always get a picture of our happy dog with other happy dogs. Staff also sends a report card. Always respond asap when I reach out and ask how she's doing. read more

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We love OC Dog Ranch... our dogs love it even more!!! We have boarded all 3 of our dogs (2 labs and 1 golden retriever) at the Ranch and one of ours has also stayed and been trained (1 lab). All of the Dog Ranch staff are amazing and truly care for all of the dogs. The property is a dog dream come true. The multiple acres are filled with play yards that include a swimming pool, play structures, etc. Every time I bring a dog to be boarded at the Dog Ranch something has been added or changed to improve the property. I love the new fence heights that were installed most recently (I have one jumper ). I give the OC Dog Ranch the biggest tail wags you've ever seen. read more

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The most compassionate and knowledgeable care takers ever encountered. Free of judgment, always available to support you and your dog. I honestly cannot say enough about how responsive and caring the staff at OC Dog Ranch have been with us through a very difficult time. Furever grateful for their guidance and support! read more

We have two dogs. They have been at the OC Dog Ranch for both boarding and training. Our dogs love going to the ranch and they are well taken care of. Boot Camp training included several off site visits as well as follow-up trainings with us and our dogs. The staff knows our dogs, their personalities and needs and obviously love the work they do. read more

I usually take my dogs with me when we travel, but it isn't always convenient or possible. I have never been comfortable boarding my dogs- my cattle dog has separation anxiety, and my dobie is young and I have been nervous about how she would react with unknown dogs. Well, I have found my happy place. OC Dog Ranch is amazing, and boarding my dogs with Dana allowed me to relax and not worry that my pups would be ok. The ranch is nestled off Ortega Highway- a drive but worth it! The ranch has room for the dogs to run, lots of friends to play with, and Dana's staff is sensitive to the needs of your pup. My cattle dog, who typically stops eating when away from me, settled right in and never stopped chowing down. Dana's staff noticed right away that my doberdork is nervous around large groups or big dogs, so they made sure she had smaller groups to play with. And, she gets cold easily, but the staff made sure she stayed warm and comfy- the dogs have roomy temp regulated pens for sleeping, beds and blankets. We received great updates and the staff even gives report cards! It was a special treat as well to see our pups on the ranch's Instagram. After 6 days away, they came home happy and healthy (and clean- the optional bath is a must). I won't board my fur babies with anyone else, and because I no longer worry about boarding them, I can actually look forward to our next vacation for a change! Highly, highly recommended! read more

OC Dog Ranch - Happy dogs at OC Dog Ranch! - Pet Training Near Me

OC Dog Ranch is the BEST!!!! We had our Husky go through the 17 day advanced training and it was amazing to see the change in his behavior. we were able to walk him off leash or let him play in the front yard without fear of him running away, he is a much happier dog. We used the techniques we learned when we got our 2nd husky with the same success. we have been boarding both our Huskies since then for the last 4 years and the staff is amazing. We can go on vacation knowing that they will have fun and be well taken care of. so thankful we found the ranch they have been an answer to our prayers. read more

EXCEPTIONAL IN EVERY FACET OF THEIR OPERATION! This is where you want your beloved fur family member to be! Was told to bring my animal here to learn manners, off leash obedience.... We took the leap; being separated for 22 days for the Master Dog course. This is assuredly the best money I've spent in years - talk about the return on our investment!! It's the gift that keeps on giving! Our pup has become a polite, loving obedient gentleman. He's still learning and we have homework; that said, Spock might as well have done a "mind meld" with Sidney he's such a good boy now! The folks that run the ranch are incredibly passionate, detail oriented to your pet's progress/happiness/health, and provide the most epic 10-star playground (a ranch!). Social media video posts are proof of how much fun our dog had! Outstanding communication from initial inquiry, intake, during the course and support thereafter. Again, well worth the investment in your fur family member and your family's quality of life! Additionally, this is definitely a doggy hotel when it comes to boarding. The dogs aren't kept in cages and let out for brief potty breaks... they get to play and have joy all day. We have become lifetime customers and eternally grateful someone recommended them to us. read more

OC Dog Ranch - This is a very happy dog! - Pet Training Near Me

We have a tricky, smart pup - OC Dog Ranch is working wonders with him! They have been very communicative via text - Love the 'report cards' and when our pup started to feel sick, they let us know immediately. Offered to take him to vet and thoughtfully worked out a new training plan with us. All the people who work here are so friendly. Dogs of all sizes really do look to be having the best time with the other pups on the ranch - so excited and smiley! Recommending this place to all friends who have or get a dog. read more

Our dog has always had aggression issues, including stealing clothes, electronics, pacifiers, etc. and guarding resources and people. We'd been to other trainers before. Our dog is very smart and knows the commands, but he listened to them when he wanted to. Sending our dog to OC Dog Ranch was the best decision! This sleep-away camp was just what he needed. The facilities seem great, and the staff is so knowledgeable. They also sent us pictures and updates each time we asked, which was very appreciated. Our dog is now very responsive to commands, and we know he will get stronger with the post-camp lessons (huge shoutout to Josh)! read more

A big thank you to Dana for helping us with our dog neutrality, engagement and long down. In just one session with very clear direction, we saw a huge improvement! Dana is a positive and clear communicator for both ends of the leash, human and dog :). Very excited to continue with our sessions and would definitely recommend OC Dog Ranch. read more

OC Dog Ranch - Frankie gives OC Dog Ranch 5 stars - Pet Training Near Me

Would absolutely recommend OC Dog Ranch for puppy training and boarding! We sent our 7 month old puppy "Ollie" (pug-chihuahua-weiner dog mix) for the 12 day "companion dog" training boot camp and they did an excellent job!! Ollie has made massive strides walking on leash and learning commands like "sit" "place" "wait" etc. We had been struggling with some bad behaviors like whining and barking when we eat dinner, seperation anxiety, excessive barking etc. and he is doing amazing home. When we picked him up from the ranch he showed zero signs of distress so I know he was a happy dog and well taken care of. The staff will also provide you pictures and report cards on your pups progress if you request which was so fun to receive the updates! We recently started our "at home" training lessons with Josh and he is an excellent trainer! Would highly recommend. Thank you OC Dog Ranch! read more

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We took our puppy here in 2020 when she was old enough for Boot Camp, and I have been raving about this place ever since. The training, communication and care for the dogs is beyond what I'd ever want. Leaving your puppy for 12 days is HARD, but they kindly responded to all of my messages. We can't wait to bring her back to board + more training! read more

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I have nothing but positive things to say about OC Dog Ranch. I work with Dana for obedience lessons with my rottweiler, Samson. She's taught us so much with every lesson and I feel really accomplished by the end of it. Not only is my dog learning a lot, but I'm learning a lot too, and we're both having a great time! The progress he's made from basic to advanced obedience is amazing, all thanks to Dana's clear instructions and support. I have also spoken to the employees at the ranch and they've all been kind and informative - I've spoken to Jade at length and she's super great! Scheduling has always been quick and easy. I absolutely recommend OC Dog Ranch, and I look forward to training again soon! read more

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Great outdoor place for your dog to run and play. My dog was also trained there and I couldn't be more happier because now she can be off leash and run and play and I do not need to be worries if she will not listen. I spent thousands dollars at a local board and train and then, and worked with her daily 2 to 3 times a day, at the board and train, she was never trained outside which makes a huge difference and one day ran off into the street and was running for over 15 minutes. The ranch is 5 acres of free time with a pool and an indoor sleeping area and break time. We take all of our families dogs there now because we feel its better for them to be outdoors and play while we are on vacation, rather than just be in a small room. I have worked with Dana and she spends time with me and answers all my questions and they are very responsive. read more

We took our 15-month-old German Shepherd to OC Dog Ranch for the 17-day board and train. She has been home a little over two weeks now, and my wife and I are so happy with the results of their program. The dog we left at The Ranch was often anxious and had trouble focusing and listening to us (especially when there were any distractions present). Taking her for walks/hikes was always an upper body workout. Since she has been home, the difference is night and day. She is calm and attentive and listens under all sorts of circumstances, and we look forward to taking walks with her now. She still has her goofy, playful personality that we fell in love with and is well on her way to becoming the dog we dreamed of owning! The staff was terrific the entire time. Trish was more than happy to provide us with updates when we requested them. Josh gave us our take-home lesson when we picked her up and got us up to speed on everything she learned and how to continue her training. We just had a follow-up session with the owner Dana where we continued to build on the progress made so far and even some off-leash practice! We noticed both Dana and Josh are great at spotting errors in handling her and giving easy-to-follow feedback on how we can correct our behavior to set our pup up for success! If you are reading this and are considering signing your dog up, I genuinely believe their program is well worth the investment. Thank you to everyone at OC Dog Ranch who helped Ru get to where she is today! read more

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I was really excited about this place, unfortunately they must be extremely busy and not really care if they get a lot of new customers. I called, left emails, reached out via the website, basically everything but send a courier pigeon. I got one call back and missed the call, immediately redialed and got the voicemail again. I repeated the means of contact all over again and never received a call or email back after the single attempt. I literally reached out around 6 times in those various means. Seemed like a good place but if they don't even have time for calls how do they have time for your pet? read more

****updated based on owner's reply*** Update: So...the reply from the company basically said they don't respond to every lead (and we were not just a lead, but a verifiable customer) and their response indicated they were just were too busy and didn't care to make it right. I will suggest tone could be difficult to imply in an email and I did not say Trish was rude. I said she was difficult to deal with. However, your claim that she has "never has a complaint in 2+ years" ... so, why am I complaining? Maybe there's a first time for everything? Perhaps my definition of "customer service" is a bit different than yours? When a business makes a mistake, they should actually just apologize, rather than make continuous excuses. Thank you for your response. I think it definitely helps everyone see the picture. The board and train option is absolutely terrible. TRISH is downright unpleasant to deal with and has very little customer service skills. I reached out in FEBRUARY looking for a place that specializes in a board & train (for my pup, who is driving my wife crazy while I'm deployed and I seriously owe her a better dog). After a few weeks of conversation with Trish, the training seems right for us and I'm willing to shell out nearly $3K to have them take my FAVORITE dog and train him for 2+ weeks. I realize this is a tad ridiculous and I have never even considered this for any other pet before, but it's for my BEST dog and for the wife's sanity... so here we go! Trish mentions the earliest dates available are in mid-May. Ok... that's a long wait, but worth it for the right training and what I hope to get out of it. They email my wife for additional details all through March. They tell her THEY will make the reservation after she uploads his vaccine records. My wife uploads the documents in March (last vaccination was 3/21). Then it goes radio silence. She emails them on 4/25 to confirm everything is set up for training, because we are both getting a little concerned there has been no further communication. Still NO response. Today, I emailed (FROM OVERSEAS) and TRISH replies that she tried to connect with my wife (no record of this alleged email on 4/25) and since we didn't connect, we don't have a reservation. The next available training is in mid-August. I am so livid right now. I have confirmed emails from TRISH that SAY: "Once you have uploaded the vaccination records, I will create a reservation for you. Your spot will not be locked in until the registration is complete and vaccination records are loaded." All of the vaccines were uploaded in March. Their staff verified them on 4/25 (at 5pm) after my wife emailed the business (at 1:45pm) to confirm what the heck was going on/why we hadn't heard anything back from them. Still not a damn apology. TRISH even tried to blame going into labor, not being in the office all of the month of March, and then basically implied it was on us for not communicating with them!!! Avoid. Find better customer service elsewhere. I'm sure the dog training is great... if you ever get there.. read more

OC dog ranch turned our adopted puppers into the most well trained Lady. Our German Shepard was having issues with aggression and over protection of me toward other people and dogs and Josh and the team at OC dog ranch empowered me to be a a great owner and turned our dog into the most trustworthy companion. We have left our Lady girl for weeks at a time for long trips and Lady loves to be there and we love the updates and report cards of how she is doing. We drive very far out of our way to give our dog the best and we are so grateful to OC Dog Ranch read more

We sent our 2 year old GSD/husky mix to the dog ranch for a 15-day board and train and could not be happier we sent her there. I was very worried about leaving her for that long since this was her first time away from us, but the staff at the ranch took such good care of her and kept us updated whenever we requested. The staff there are so attentive to the dogs and really understand how to work with and care for the many different personalities a dog can have. Our dog is very high energy, but also can be anxious and they made sure to put her in play groups that were a good fit for her to ensure the safety of all the dogs. The trainers at the ranch did a great job with her and she's so much more obedient now, walks better, listens better, etc. Very grateful we found a place to board our dog where we know she's having a great and safe time! read more

Great experience for our dog. Training and boarding for the first time was a bit nerve-wracking for us but our dog acclimated quickly. Do wish we got more updates while our dog was there. Scheduling protocol could be easier. read more

I really wanted to give this place a try, because I love the idea of the dogs having so much time outside. But it ended up being more trouble than it's worth for the following reasons: 1. They do not offer any discounts for a second dog. (Most places do) 2. They charge a "late checkout fee" like a hotel. The problem with this is obvious-most people are boarding their dogs because they are traveling, so the likelihood of being able to pick up between 9-11 is slim to none. Most facilities allow pickup in the afternoon and are flexible with time. 3. They have their own vaccine requirements. My dogs are current according to their vet at VCA Arroyo, a well known veterinary facility with two locations in South County. The Ranch wanted my 8 month old dog to have 4 Parvo vaccinations, when his vet said he is current with the two he has. They do this with the Bordatella vaccine as well-the standard is once a year but the Ranch requires it twice a year. Basically it's like jumping through hoops to stay here, for a premium price and an inconvenient location. I will not be double vaccinating my dogs, I will trust the advice of their veterinarian since that is her profession. Big waste of time! read more

Outstanding establishment and staff. Excellent with our dogs. Dana and team have trained both, and our dogs are now well behaved, happy members of our family. Five stars -- I would give a higher rating if that were allowed. read more

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OC Dog Ranch is the only place we will take our dogs. The staff is knowledgeable and professional. We have used their services for both boarding and training and have been more than satisfied with both. read more

We sent our 7 month old Labrador to OC Dog Ranch and couldn't be more thrilled with the training she received. The first thing we noticed after she came home was she was much more relaxed. She comes when called, and the place command has been a life saver. We really appreciate the time and energy that Ali and the rest of the team put into our girl. We are forever grateful. read more

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We were referred to the ranch. From start to finish it's a 1st class operation. Dana is a hands-on owner that runs & trains the dogs w/a professional group of trainers/kennel staff. We 1st took our lab for a trial weekend to get acclimated for boot camp. They check to make sure your dog's healthy before entering then move them from being in a single area to the right group he fits in on their 5 acre plot of land. The dogs aren't crated so they get to play in groups unless it's quiet time-bed time. Such a nice feeling to know he's not sitting in a kennel. you can request an update on progress which they were good at responding to. We got our handsome boy back w/a follow-up training session after being gone a few weeks. It's our 1st of 3 follow-up sessions. Our main focus was off leash & placing. I wasn't sure what to expect but Kona came back more confident, intense, able to do commands at a whole new level. It's up to us now to keep it up @home! We will be taking him there for long weekends or vacation stays & possibly more training. I'm extremely happy & wouldn't think twice about the cost with these results -so worth it. We are so thankful & excited for his progress. Thank you, Dana, Tricia & crew!!! See you next time. read more

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We have a 6-month-old Aussiedoodle who returned from her board and train a few weeks ago and we are thrilled with the results. I initially reached out to OC Dog Ranch because my new puppy (at 10 weeks old) was very timid and scared of almost everything. I knew we needed to intervene quickly to prevent her from becoming a scared and reactive adult dog. Dana came to my home for two sessions that were helpful and affirming of what we had been trying to do with her. Dana gave me very direct and insightful advice on how to bring our puppy out of her scared shell. I decided to take her to the ranch for a board and train because we needed to be out of our home for an extended period of time and it was the perfect solution. I missed her so much and thought about her daily but she came home a well-mannered and obedient dog. I have used what Josh and Dana have taught me to implement rules and boundaries at home and I continue to see growth... she is only 6 months old and we have solid recall, walking on a leash, place, down, leave it, and a few other skills that are very solid. I can't wait to continue to solidify and work on more skills as she gets older. The last thing I would add is that the ranch is a place where the dogs are outside playing, being watched, and living their best lives. If we have to leave our dog at a boarding facility in the future, I will make the drive to the ranch! read more

Home away from home! 5+ Stars (could I give 10?) You may or may not have seen the videos of dogs frolicking, playing and meeting new friends at the OC Dog Ranch. It is that and more. Guests have fun with new and old friends in the clean, outdoors. This is one of the few (if only) dog boarding with these natural, active, interactive, and supervised environments. The staff demonstrate heart and personal, sincere care for each of their guests. They remember each by name and greet my dogs with enthusiasm. The feeling is mutual: we turn up the road and my dogs can't wait to say hi. Not only all of that but also, there is tremendous safety, precaution and care. One of my dogs has allergies and should anything come up during a stay, I'm immediately notified with pictures and plan of treatment to be sure I'm comfortable. They also provide regular updates during their stay with thorough information and pictures. In addition, both of my dogs received training which was fantastic, focused on both the dogs and me(!), with multiple follow ups, and security of mind that they will not run off and will be well behaved. I have such peace of mind when my dogs are with me and when they visit there. If they're not home, they're at their home away from home at OC Dog Ranch. read more

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Took great care of our pup for five days at a reasonable rate. Great place with lots of acreage for dogs to run and play outside in nature.

We adore this place and their staff. All dogs are vetted, so no dangerous or ill dogs are accepted. Our 90 lb German Shepherd, Archie, is treated like a big baby and loves running free all day long while he is boarding. We've left him at the ranch for short weekends and long multi week 'trips', and every time he's so excited to be dropped off. He comes home happy, clean (make sure you get the bath at the end of the stay!), healthy and tired!! We look forward to utilizing OC Dog Ranch for years to come. read more

Fantastic mostly outdoor facility. If your dog loves to run in the outdoors, playing with friendly peers, this is a wonderful place to board. The staff were friendly, efficient in answering questions, very professional. Could not ask for more. My two labs came home happy and playful. Will definitely return. read more

An Orange County hidden gem for your best friend. I have always found that leaving my dog at a normal pet hotel is a necessary but very stressful experience. At most places you will end up paying $150+ per day for boarding and have your dog returned to you sick and stressed. Words can't begin to describe how appreciative we are to have found Dana McMahan. Pros: 1) Space- a gorgeous 5 acre property. It is nestled between Lake Elsinore and San Clemente. 2) Amenities- Its a super luxurious getaway for dogs. They even have a pool for the dogs! 3) training- OC Dog ranch implements a detailed but easy to follow obedience training program. You will never have to go sign up for an underwhelming and highly irritating Petco or PetsMart group class again. 4) The Ultimate Doberman Whisperer- If you have a Doberman, it has to be trained by Dana! I'm still shocked at how effective she is at working with this breed. She helped us turn our Doberman puppy into a well mannered international champion! Cons: 1) limited space- Yes, even if they have 5 acres, space is limited. Do not wait to book last minute. Thank you Dana for caring about our dog as if it were your own. Truly the best. read more

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Just took my 11 month old Aussie to Oc dog ranch for his first boarding experience and I am extremely impressed!! I was referred by a friend and so glad I took my pup here. Mac is very hyper and can be a bit of a handful at times so I wanted to find somewhere that he could be outdoors and get the proper exercise while I was gone. Oc dog ranch was the perfect place for this! He was able to run around, get dirty and be a dog for 5 days and he had a blast! Since it was raining this past weekend, he got VERY muddy but they gave him a bath and he is so clean and fluffy now. The staff was extremely nice and knowledgeable which I thought was great. At drop off every person knew exactly who Mac was, what he eating schedule is etc. That was such a great piece of mind to have at drop off, it showed they all studied his file and really care about him! It was easy to keep in touch with them and check on him daily! We will be back! read more

LOOK NO FURTHER ... THIS IS THE DOG TRAINER YOU'VE BEEN SEARCHING FOR! Sarah is the real deal! She is exceptionally talented with a down to earth genuine persona. She demonstrates leadership and affection with the dogs, as well as their owners. We adopted Maggie Moo, our 5 yr. old Border Collie/Aussie 6 mos ago; we had zero history about her life. After a lot of research, I selected OC Dog Ranch (Sarah) to perform the training. Maggie was boarded at the Dog Ranch for two weeks. WHAT A TRANSFORMATION!!! Sarah laid a solid foundation with Maggie which we now continue to reinforce. She will also train YOU in how to properly continue to train your dog ... listen to her! Sarah, Scott and OC Dog Ranch staff, many thanks for a great experience. We now have the great dog that we knew was there under all that fur :) J&J read more

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we have a working dog (Dobie) that needs real tasks every day, even when mom and dad are away on business trips. so, regular dog boarding with a couple little "poop walks" each day just isn't sufficient. the Dog Ranch is a unique solution. tons of outdoor play time, on terra firma, under the oaks, and real training sessions every day with actual trainers. the only downside is she's just a little too happy when we drop her off - the legit preschool the kid loves ;^) read more

The OC Dog Ranch is amazing. First of all, the facilities are super clean and I would compare it to a 5 star resort for dogs. As far as the training, Dana and Josh are superb. I have two golden retrievers and the are fantastic and so well behaved. I absolutely recommend them without any reservations whatsoever! read more

I contacted oc dog ranch via email addressing my behavioral issues with my pet (she is a bit aggressive and doesn't listen to me on command) and how completely unhelpful was this response. I asked about boarding & or training. Price break down etc. and she offered no solution or help. This is great customer service. read more

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Dana and the scheduling staff (Trisha) And all the dog daycare staff are one of the most compassionate and caring group of people we have the pleasure of getting to know for the past year. We are in the process of getting married out of state and our dog has been under care for many times and each and everytime it is so heart warming to see our collie HAPPY and dancing around like she is going to Disneyland whenever she arrives. Then when she gets home she just can't wait to get back to her happiest place on Earth!!! The staff there go the extra mile to help us, caring and compassion. They have an entire playground full of new turf, grass, beautiful trees, and even spa music ! They also have bath services and the dozen times now I have been there....I have not seen one sad pup and they make sure their ranch is not overcrowded and all the animals click in their social circles and packs. Dana also transformed our dog in her 2 week training program. She gave back the freedom of her life by reaching out to her very soul and showing her how to trust and connect with people and now she is a the true collie she was meant to be! Now we are able to enjoy our dog on the beach, in the park, and the malls without any worry of her behavior. There is no other dog ranch or trainer that we recommend. Nobody can come close. Please do not waste time looking anywhere else. Take the extra time and drive up to the truly beautiful path of Ortega and know that you can have peace of mind whenever you are away from your furry pet. My final review is how my dog acts whenever she goes there, with a wagging tail and happy smile excited to be reunited with her second family and home away from home. read more

We took our German Shepherd at 1.2 years old. We tried PetCo training when he was 4 months old and it didn't solve any of his behavioral problems. He is a smart dog and followed all the commands (sit, stay, wait etc) but only at home. Our daily walks were HORRIBLE. He would pull during the entire mile and it honestly felt like my arm was going to be pulled out one day. Extremely reactive to every bike, dog, and person within eyesight. Once we stepped outside, he forgot about me and every command. He didn't care about anything other than pull pull pull. I wanted to enjoy my dog and not worry that he would bite someone or run off one day. I knew I needed professional help. We took him to OC dog ranch for the 17 days and he came back a new dog. I am so grateful for Dana and the staff. My dog is 6 months post training and even though he still messes up every once in a while, it is absolutely nothing compared to how he was before proper training. He never pulls and always walks by my side. All our outings are stress free and enjoyable. read more

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We have a one year old GSP who is extremely high energy and this is the very BEST place she could possibly stay when we are away. Huge property. It's basically like your dog staying at a safe, monitored dog park while you are traveling. For a dog that needs to run around and wants to play with other dogs, it is by far the best place to choose anywhere around here. Coco has also completed their training which allows us to now take her off leash hiking because we know her call command is strong. Couldn't recommend this place more. read more

I heard about OC Dog Ranch from a friend. And I was so excited to book my beautiful dog for a visit. Boarding seems so stressful for me, but sometimes I can't take the pup with me and I worry the whole time. OC Dog Ranch fills up fast for boarding and training, so I had to enroll, and schedule a couple weeks in advance. It was really easy. And the price was about the same as my regular vet (who stopped boarding during COVID) and other spots in the middle of my city that have both good and bad reviews. I have videos of my doggo arriving at the Ranch and he seemed so happy. I trust that my dog got socialized with other dogs in a constructive, safe, and stimulating setting. I have videos of him leaving too. Excited to go home, but also healthy and happy. I actually had a glitch in my reservation. The person watching my dog actually couldn't meet the expected drop off and pick up agreements that I made, but Trish was so nice to me, and moved my reservation at the last minute. I'm not suggesting that anyone could pull this off, I'm just saying they offered excellent customer service. Since my beautiful baby has been home, he has been confident and obedient. He ran, swam, played, and sniffed around this beautiful ranch. They told me that he came out of his shell and ate well. I've had problems with him not eating, or holding his potties, when I've had people watch him previously. When he got picked up he was really clean (we paid for the bath and he smells great) and he was really calm and jumped right back into our home life. Followed commands, didn't seem anxious. It was such a good experience. Thank you to everyone who cared for my angel. read more