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A short phone call meant to talk through your dog's situation and figure out which service fits best.
Best for: Owners deciding which program suits their dog before booking.
Duration: 15 sessions
Focus: Basic obedience
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Gallardo's K9s
Gallardo's K9s is a dog training business in Apple Valley, California offering Private Lessons, Board and Train, and In-Home Training, with published programs from $60.
Apple Valley • CA • Training facility • 4.9 ★ (81 Google reviews)
Last verified: Aug 11, 2026
Transparency Score
46 / 100
Limited information
How clearly this listing publishes the details owners need. See our methodology.
- Price transparency
- 43%
- Method transparency
- 35%
- Program clarity
- 65%
About this program
What they say about themselves
Gallardo's K9s, based in Apple Valley, California, positions itself as a specialist in behavior modification and protection training. According to their website, they work with aggressive, reactive, fearful, and shy dogs, and also offer personal protection, guard dog, and sport training including bite work and tracking. Their obedience programs range from basic skills to advanced off-leash control.
The business describes its approach as science-based and humane, emphasizing communication between dog and owner. They state they were founded in 2019 and list a trainer named Anthony who handles private lesson bookings, though their site provides limited detail about his specific background or credentials.
Training takes place at what they describe as a purpose-built training field for private lessons. Their board-and-train program reportedly combines a home environment with real-world field trips for proofing. They offer consultations, private lessons, in-home training, and board-and-train options. Their marketing makes broad claims—including guaranteeing results "regardless of breed, age, or behavior issue"—which prospective clients may want to discuss directly when evaluating fit.
Getting started
Consultations and evaluations before you commit to a program.
What does Gallardo's K9s charge for board and train?
Private lessons, board and train, day training, in-home sessions, and protection dog training are all offered here. The board and train program explicitly lists aggression and leash reactivity among its focus areas, alongside basic and advanced obedience. Gallardo's K9s also provides 30-minute and hour-long obedience sessions for more targeted work.
Basic obedience runs $60 for a 30-minute session or $100 for an hour. Protection training sessions are $80 for 45 minutes. Board and train, day training, and in-home options don't have published rates.
Board and Train
Board and Train
Dogs stay with the trainer for a customized program combining structured home-environment training with outings into real-world settings, progressing from basic to advanced obedience skills.
The dog boards with the trainer and trains both at the home base and on field trips for real-world proofing.
Best for: Dogs needing a tailored plan addressing individual behavior needs, including reactivity or aggression.
Focus: Basic obedience, Advanced obedience, Aggression, Leash reactivity
| Program | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Board and Train | Not published | — |
Private Lessons
Basic Obedience- 30 Minute Session — $60 per session
A short one-on-one lesson with the trainer covering basic obedience work.
A 30-minute private lesson with owner and dog present, led by trainer Anthony.
Focus: Basic obedience
Duration: 30 sessions
Basic Obedience 1 hour — $100 per session
A one-hour private lesson session covering basic obedience training with owner and dog.
A full hour private lesson with trainer Anthony, owner present.
Focus: Basic obedience
Duration: 1 sessions
Private Lessons
Lessons take place at a dedicated training field, working on confidence and skill refinement amid distractions and new environments.
Owner and dog attend sessions at the trainer's purpose-built training field.
Focus: Basic obedience, Advanced obedience
Private Lessons in Apple Valley typically runs $64–$96 across 3 programs that do publish pricing. Ask this trainer for a written quote before comparing.
Protection Dog Training — $80 per session
Sessions focused on protective instincts and drive building, whether for sport or personal protection work, while reinforcing obedience and control.
A 45-minute session led by the trainer working on protection and obedience skills.
Best for: Owners interested in sport training or personal protection dogs.
Focus: Advanced obedience
Duration: 45 sessions
| Program | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Obedience- 30 Minute Session | $60 per session | 30 sessions |
| Basic Obedience 1 hour | $100 per session | 1 sessions |
| Private Lessons | Not published | — |
| Protection Dog Training | $80 per session | 45 sessions |
In-Home Training
Day Train
Dogs come in for focused one-on-one training each day at the facility, offering the intensity of board and train without an overnight stay.
The dog is dropped off for daily sessions at the facility rather than boarding overnight.
Focus: Basic obedience, Advanced obedience
In Home Training
Trainers come to the client's home to deliver lessons tailored to the dog's specific behaviors and needs.
The trainer travels to the client's home for sessions rather than the client traveling to a facility.
Best for: Owners dealing with home-specific issues or with busy schedules.
Focus: Basic obedience
| Program | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Day Train | Not published | — |
| In Home Training | Not published | — |
What training methods does Gallardo's K9s use?
The site uses general language about training philosophy without naming specific techniques or tools. They do accept dogs with aggression issues, which suggests experience with behavioral cases.
Method: Method unclear
Their website describes their approach in general terms without specifying which methods or tools they use.
How do we verify Gallardo's K9s?
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
Insurance is mentioned on the site, and they claim guaranteed results—though the specific terms of that guarantee aren't detailed. Certifications aren't listed, and there's no information about owner visits, video updates, or overnight staffing for dogs in their care.
Facility: Training facility
Owner visits: not specified on their website.
Video updates: not specified on their website.
Overnight staffing: not specified on their website.
Insurance: Yes
Guarantee: Advertises guaranteed results
Waitlist: not specified on their website.
Dogs per trainer: not specified on their website.
Booking: Book online
How does Gallardo's K9s compare in Apple Valley?
Price: Gallardo's K9s does not publish board & train pricing. Across Apple Valley, 3 programs publish prices from about $64 to $96.
Reviews: Gallardo's K9s shows 4.9★ from 81 Google reviews among 2 published Apple Valley programs.
Transparency: This listing scores 46 out of 100 (price 43%, program clarity 65%). 1 of 2 Apple Valley listings show certifications; this business does not list certifications.
What to ask Gallardo's K9s
- Ask which certifications their trainers hold and who issued them.
- 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.
- Ask if anyone is on-site overnight.
Location & hours
The facility sits on Lucilla Road in Apple Valley. Parking availability and accessibility features aren't addressed on the site.
23099 Lucilla Rd, Apple Valley, CA
Friday: 7AM-7PM
Monday: 7AM-7PM
Sunday: 7AM-7PM
Tuesday: 7AM-7PM
Saturday: 7AM-7PM
Thursday: 7AM-7PM
Wednesday: 7AM-7PM
Contact / request a quote
Reach out directly or send a quote request through Gallardo's K9s.
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