Initial Consult and Evaluation
Best for: Age requirement is 10 months or older, with some exceptions for severe aggression; puppy obedience doesn't require evaluation
Duration: 45 sessions
Focus: Basic obedience
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K9 Intuition Dog Training
K9 Intuition Dog Training is a dog training business in Acton, California offering Private Lessons, Board and Train, and In-Home Training, with published programs from $70.
Acton • CA • Training facility • 4.9 ★ (59 Google reviews)
Last verified: Aug 11, 2026
Transparency Score
44 / 100
Limited information
How clearly this listing publishes the details owners need. See our methodology.
- Price transparency
- 50%
- Method transparency
- 35%
- Program clarity
- 42%
About this program
What they say about themselves
Stefano Filippelli, who leads K9 Intuition Dog Training, came to the work through his own struggle with a reactive, dog-aggressive dog. According to his site, he sought help at Cesar Millan's Dog Psychology Center, eventually becoming an assistant instructor there before earning certification through Animal Behavior College and starting his own practice. He now serves as head trainer on Hallmark Channel's American Rescue Dog Show and has been featured on CBS's Destination LA.
The business operates from a ranch property in Acton, California, where they conduct evaluations and training sessions. They describe their focus as working with dogs many trainers won't take—reactive dogs, human-aggressive dogs, and animals with bite histories. Their site states that roughly 60% of clients come to them after trying other programs without success. The approach, as they frame it, centers on teaching owners to become confident handlers rather than just teaching dogs commands, with what they call a "5-Step Dog Training System."
Beyond the head trainer, the team includes several trainers who originally came to K9 Intuition as clients seeking help with their own dogs. They also operate a small boarding facility on the property with 12 kennels and round-the-clock supervision. Programs range from private lessons to board-and-train stays, with an intensive weekend option for out-of-area clients.
Getting started
Consultations and evaluations before you commit to a program.
What does K9 Intuition Dog Training charge for board and train?
A 5-week private lesson system covers leash reactivity, recall, and basic obedience, with lifetime support included. K9 Intuition Dog Training also runs board-and-train at their ranch for aggression and reactivity cases, plus a 2-day intensive for out-of-area clients. Puppy training starts at $80/session at the ranch or $100 for in-home visits in Santa Clarita, with dogs needing at least two rounds of vaccinations. Most adult programs require dogs to be 15+ pounds and 10+ months old.
Puppy sessions run $80 at the Acton ranch or $100 for in-home training in Santa Clarita. Boarding at Astro's Place is $70/day. Pricing for the main 5-week system, board-and-train, and intensive programs isn't published online.
Board and Train
Board and Training at The Ranch
Focus: Basic obedience, Aggression, Leash reactivity
Board and Train in Acton typically runs $54–$3,540 across 5 programs that do publish pricing. Ask this trainer for a written quote before comparing.
Dog Boarding at Astro's Place — $70 per program
Best for: Dogs must be up to date on required vaccinations (Rabies, Distemper, Bordetella)
Focus: Basic obedience
Includes: Boarding included
| Program | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Board and Training at The Ranch | Not published | — |
| Dog Boarding at Astro's Place | $70 per program | — |
Private Lessons
5-Step Dog Training System
Best for: Dogs must be at least 15 pounds and at least 10 months old, with exceptions for severe aggression; puppy obedience does not require evaluation
Focus: Leash reactivity, Leash training, Recall & off-leash, Basic obedience
Duration: 5 weeks
Includes: Lifetime support
Intensive Training
Best for: Designed for clients limited on time or living out of the area.
Focus: Basic obedience, Leash training
Duration: 2 days
Puppy Training at Our Acton Ranch — $80 per session
Best for: Puppies 8 weeks to 8 months old, must have at least two rounds of vaccinations
Focus: Puppy training, Basic obedience, Socialization
| Program | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 5-Step Dog Training System | Not published | 5 weeks |
| Intensive Training | Not published | 2 days |
| Puppy Training at Our Acton Ranch | $80 per session | — |
In-Home Training
In-Home Puppy Training in Santa Clarita (SCV) — $100 per session
Best for: Puppies 8 weeks to 8 months old, must have at least two rounds of vaccinations
Focus: Puppy training, Basic obedience, Leash training, Socialization
| Program | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| In-Home Puppy Training in Santa Clarita (SCV) | $100 per session | — |
What training methods does K9 Intuition Dog Training use?
The site describes their approach in general terms without naming specific tools or techniques. Aggression cases are handled on a case-by-case basis, typically following an evaluation.
Method: Method unclear
Their website describes their approach in general terms without specifying which methods or tools they use.
How do we verify K9 Intuition Dog Training?
Certifications: Not specified on their website
Verification still pending or not yet requested. See our methodology for what verification does and does not mean.
Trust & facility details
The ranch facility is staffed overnight for boarding dogs. Insurance, certifications, and guarantee terms aren't addressed on the website. Whether owners can visit during board-and-train stays isn't stated.
Facility: Training facility
Owner visits: not specified on their website.
Video updates: not specified on their website.
Overnight staffing: Yes
Insurance: not specified on their website.
Guarantee: No guarantee offered
Waitlist: not specified on their website.
Dogs per trainer: not specified on their website.
Booking: Contact form
How does K9 Intuition Dog Training compare in Acton?
Price: Their board & train is 96% below the Acton midpoint based on published prices.
Reviews: K9 Intuition Dog Training shows 4.9★ from 59 Google reviews among 3 published Acton programs.
Transparency: This listing scores 44 out of 100 (price 50%, program clarity 42%). Certification disclosure is still sparse in this city.
What to ask K9 Intuition Dog Training
- Ask which certifications their trainers hold and who issued them.
- Ask for proof of liability insurance.
- Ask how many dogs each trainer handles at once.
- Their site describes their approach in general terms — ask which specific methods and tools they use.
- Ask whether you can visit during the program.
Location & hours
Training takes place at 34451 Weststar Rd in Acton, a dedicated ranch facility. Parking and accessibility details aren't published.
34451 Weststar Rd, Acton, CA
Hours: Not specified on their website
Contact / request a quote
Reach out directly or send a quote request through K9 Intuition Dog Training.
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