Falco Dog Training OC — Dog Training in Anaheim, CA
Falco Dog Training OC is a dog training business in Anaheim, California offering board and train, private lessons, and group classes, working from a dedicated training facility. They describe their approach as balanced training (rewards and corrections) and take aggression cases by assessment.
Anaheim, CA • Training facility • 4.8 ★ (35 Google reviews)
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About Falco Dog Training OC
Based on what the business publishes about itself
Zack Devore, the owner and head trainer at Falco Dog Training OC, brings roughly a decade of experience and holds certification in a method called "Training Without Conflict," developed by Ivan Balabanov. According to the business's website, this approach emphasizes clear communication and building trust with dogs rather than forcing compliance. Devore completed both foundational and expert-level programs under Balabanov directly.
The Anaheim facility houses a team with varied backgrounds. Lead trainer Gabi Schwaiger, originally from Germany, transitioned into dog training after years in corporate work and dog rescue, focusing on puppy development and group classes. She holds certification as an "Emotion Focused K9 Therapist" through the company's own mentorship program. The kennel staff includes Dr. Cindy Devore, who holds a doctorate in pharmacology from USC and oversees health monitoring protocols.
The business describes its training philosophy as individually tailored rather than standardized, they state they adjust methods, tools, and techniques based on each dog and owner's needs. Their board-and-train programs range from two to five weeks depending on issue severity, from basic obedience through what they describe as severe aggression cases, with a required pre-admission evaluation. Group classes progress from puppy through advanced off-leash levels, capped at twelve dogs per session. The facility itself is described as climate-controlled with separate housing areas for boarding dogs versus those in training programs.
What dog training programs does Falco Dog Training OC offer?
Board and train programs span two to five weeks, with duration matched to the dog's needs, shorter stays for puppies and basic obedience, longer ones for reactivity, resource guarding, or severe aggression cases. Falco Dog Training OC also runs group classes at multiple levels, from puppy socialization through intermediate obedience, plus private lessons. A three-day refresher option exists for dogs who've completed prior training here.
2 Week Board & Train
Price not published.
This two-week board-and-train covers basic obedience commands like heel, sit/stay, down, place, and come, plus threshold respect. It also addresses everyday behavior issues such as jumping, barking, and play biting.
The dog boards at the Anaheim facility and receives a private lesson plus two group class sessions upon pickup.
Best for: Puppies and adult dogs without aggression or fear issues.
Requirements: Generally for puppies and adult dogs with no aggression or fear issues.
Duration: 2 weeks
Focus: Basic obedience, Puppy training
Includes: Owner handoff sessions
3 Week Board & Train
Price not published.
This three-week program builds on obedience skills with off-leash potential and can help with separation anxiety and e-collar introduction. It includes a mid-session check-in, a pickup lesson, a follow-up lesson within a month, and five weeks of group classes.
The dog boards at the facility for three weeks with a mid-program private session and post-program follow-up lessons plus group classes.
Best for: Owners seeking extended obedience and off-leash reliability, or dealing with separation anxiety.
Requirements: Designed for owners wanting extended obedience skills with off-leash potential.
This is a skills tune-up option for past clients, with the dog boarding and receiving three daily working sessions plus potty breaks. It has a minimum stay of three days.
The dog boards at the facility and works through refresher training sessions daily.
Best for: Returning clients whose dogs have already completed a Falco training program.
Requirements: For returning clients who have completed a prior service.
Duration: 3 days
Focus: Basic obedience
Includes: Refresher sessions
4 Week Board and Train
Price not published.
This four-week program is aimed at reactivity, resource guarding, and fear-based aggression. It includes a mid-program check-in, a pickup lesson, and two follow-up lessons at one and three months, plus five weeks of group classes.
The dog boards at the facility for four weeks with staged follow-up private lessons after going home.
Best for: Dogs with reactivity, resource guarding, or fear-based aggression.
Requirements: Generally good for reactivity issues, resource guarding, and/or fear based aggression.
Duration: 4 weeks
Focus: Leash reactivity, Resource guarding, Aggression, Fear & anxiety
This five-week program targets severe human or animal aggression, typically requiring an e-collar as an additional purchase. It includes two mid-program check-ins, a pickup lesson, two later follow-up lessons, and two five-week sets of group classes.
The dog boards at the facility for five weeks with extensive follow-up private lessons and group classes after going home.
Best for: Dogs with severe aggression toward people or other animals.
Requirements: Designed for dogs with severe aggression towards humans or other animals; e-collar purchase typically required as an additional cost.
Private lessons start with an initial session that combines evaluation and training, followed by a recommended number of additional one-hour sessions spaced one to two weeks apart. Sessions can be purchased individually or in packages of three to ten, and can take place at home, the facility, or other locations.
A trainer works one-on-one with the dog and owner at a chosen location, with a package of sessions purchased upfront.
Best for: Owners wanting one-on-one attention for basic obedience, behavioral issues, or advanced skills.
Duration: 1 session
Focus: Basic obedience, Advanced obedience
Puppy Group Class
Price not published.
This class covers sit, down, stay, place, leash walking, and confidence building for young puppies, teaching owners how to communicate and understand puppy development. Requires proof of DHPP, Bordetella, and Rabies vaccines.
Owners and puppies attend group sessions together at a shared location, with a maximum of 12 dogs per class.
Best for: Puppies aged 5 to 12 months.
Requirements: For puppies 5-12 months; under 5 months should schedule private sessions.
This transition class builds on the puppy class with place command, leash walking, distraction work, and confidence-building through agility and nose work exercises. The final session is a field trip to a public park to practice in real-world conditions.
Group sessions build skills progressively, ending with a public park field trip.
Best for: Puppies who completed the Puppy Group Class but aren't ready for Intermediate Obedience.
Requirements: For students who have passed Puppy Class but are not yet ready for Intermediate Obedience.
Focus: Puppy training, Socialization, Agility & dog sports, Scent work
Basic Obedience Group Class
Price not published.
This class addresses pulling, jumping on guests, and general over-exuberance, teaching heel, sit-stay, down-stay, distraction handling, place, and recall. Group setting with vaccination requirements.
Dogs and owners attend group sessions together at a shared class location.
Best for: Adult dogs age 1 and up needing help with basic manners.
Falco Dog Training OC does not publish program pricing online. Contact them directly or request a quote through Barklen for current rates.
Board and Train pricing
Board and Train pricing at Falco Dog Training OC in Anaheim, CA
Program
Price
Length
2 Week Board & Train
Not published
2 weeks
3 Week Board & Train
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3 weeks
Board and Refresh
Not published
3 days
4 Week Board and Train
Not published
4 weeks
5 Week Board & Train
Not published
5 weeks
Private Lessons pricing
Private Lessons pricing at Falco Dog Training OC in Anaheim, CA
Program
Price
Length
Private Lessons
Not published
1 session
Group Classes pricing
Group Classes pricing at Falco Dog Training OC in Anaheim, CA
Program
Price
Length
Puppy Group Class
Not published
Not stated
Puppy Level 2 Transition Class
Not published
Not stated
Basic Obedience Group Class
Not published
Not stated
Intermediate Group Class
Not published
Not stated
What training methods does Falco Dog Training OC use?
They explicitly describe their approach as balanced training. Aggression cases are evaluated individually, severe human or animal aggression is addressed in the longest board and train program, while the shorter options exclude dogs with aggression or fear issues.
Their public materials mention e-collars. Barklen has not verified how or when they are used, so ask the trainer directly.
Who runs Falco Dog Training OC?
As described in the business's own materials
Zack Devore, Owner and Head Trainer
According to their site, has about a decade of experience in obedience and behavioral dog training. Trains using a method called 'Training Without Conflict' developed by Ivan Balabanov.
Credentials listed on their site: Certified in Training Without Conflict method (foundational and expert-level programs under Ivan Balabanov). Barklen has not independently verified these.
Gabi Schwaiger, Lead Trainer
According to their site, originally from Germany, moved to the US for a corporate job in 2002, then transitioned into dog rescue and training after 14 years. Focuses on puppy development, rescue dog adaptation, and group classes from puppy through intermediate levels.
Credentials listed on their site: Certified Emotion Focused K9 Therapist via Falco's Mentorship Program taught by Master Instructor Aldo Cecchi. Barklen has not independently verified these.
Alyssa Esquivel, Trainer and Kennel Technician
According to their site, has over five years of dog training experience, inspired by her personal experience with her own service dog. Specializes in working line breeds but also trains pet dogs of all breeds through board and train programs.
Brianna Ray, Kennel Technician
According to their site, joined the team in July 2023, handling playtime, potty breaks, and facility cleanliness for boarding dogs.
Amanda Cerolini, Kennel Technician
According to their site, has 10 years of experience caring for dogs across training facilities, animal hospitals, and veterinary clinics.
Dr. Cindy Devore, Kennel Technician and K9 Health and Safety Specialist
According to their site, oversees cleaning protocols and health monitoring, including medication administration, using veterinary-approved products. Previously owned a boarding and daycare facility.
Credentials listed on their site: Doctor of Pharmacology from USC. Barklen has not independently verified these.
Hailee Devore, Office Manager
According to their site, joined the team prominently in 2023, coming from a background in HOA management, customer service, and project management. Has represented the business at charity events and pet expos.
Where does Falco Dog Training OC offer dog training?
Falco Dog Training OC operates from a dedicated training facility in Anaheim, CA, offering board and train stays at their facility, private lessons, and group classes.
Their site says they serve dog owners throughout Orange County, working with puppies through adult dogs, including cases involving basic obedience, behavioral issues, fear, reactivity, and aggression.
A boarding and training facility located in Anaheim, described as climate-controlled with secure, spacious kennels and separate areas for regular boarding versus board-and-train dogs.
The facility sits at 225 N State College Blvd in Anaheim. Parking availability and accessibility features aren't mentioned on the website.
What should you ask Falco Dog Training OC before booking?
Generated from what their public materials leave open
They don't publish pricing. Ask what a board and train stay costs and exactly what is included.
Ask which certifications their trainers hold and who issued them.
Ask for proof of liability insurance.
Ask whether you can visit your dog during a board and train stay.
Ask if anyone is on-site overnight.
Ask how often you will get photo or video updates.
Ask how many dogs each trainer handles at once.
Ask about current availability and whether there is a waitlist.
Location and hours
225 N State College Blvd, Anaheim, CA
Monday – Tuesday
9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday – Saturday
9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Sunday
Closed
How Barklen reviewed this listing
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Details the public materials do not address (owner visits during programs, progress updates, overnight staffing, insurance, guarantee, certifications, and others) are turned into the questions above rather than filled in.
Last reviewed by Barklen: Aug 10, 2026
What Barklen could verify
Programs listed
10 programs (board and train, private lessons, group classes)
Published pricing
None published
Training method
Balanced
Aggression and reactivity cases
Aggression cases by assessment
Facility
Training facility
Booking
Phone only
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