Best Dog Trainers in Chico, CA (Just Updated)

We looked at 3 dog training businesses across Chico and found that pricing for a 7-week group class starts around $375. Private training starts at about $145 per hour while board-and-train programs run between $3,080 and $5,370 total (which is usually 2-3 weeks in length).

Barklen developed and uses our own published criteria, which basically tells you how we score businesses and the methods we use to rank them.

In Chico, the highest scoring programs are Ridgeside K9 NorCal, Canine Connection, and Protrain K9 Academy.

Last updated: Sep 13, 2026

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Ridgeside K9 NorCal
Chico, CA
Score 94

Team of six trainers with law enforcement K9, police dog, and protection sport backgrounds offering board-and-train, private lessons, and behavior modification

4.9(289 Google Reviews)

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Canine Connection
Chico, CA
Score 93

Founder with 20+ years and multiple behavior certifications, plus a team with 70 years combined experience—serves Chico since 2002 with training, daycare, and boarding

4.9(180 Google Reviews)

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Protrain K9 Academy
Protrain K9 Academy
Chico, CA

Family-run since 1993, offering group classes and private lessons with a balanced training approach that encourages the whole family to participate

4.9(9 Google Reviews)

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All dog trainers in Chico

Every published trainer in Chico, including listings beyond the first page of cards.

How much does dog training cost in Chico, CA?

Across 4 Chico private-lesson programs with published hourly rates, private sessions average $145 per hour, in line with the California median of $145.

Dog training prices in Chico, California by program type

  • Group Classes

    Typical low
    $375 per course
    Typical high
    $379 per course
    Samples
    3
  • Private Lessons

    Typical low
    $100 per hour
    Typical high
    $145 per hour
    Samples
    4
  • Board and Train

    Typical low
    $3,080 total
    Typical high
    $5,370 total
    Samples
    4

What training methods do Chico trainers use?

Look for clear program names, published or quoted pricing, and an honest method description when choosing a dog trainer in Chico. Among trainers in Chico who disclose a method, 67% use balanced methods and 33% are force-free. See our methodology for how method labels are assigned.

Where else can I find dog trainers near Chico?

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Frequently asked questions about dog trainers in Chico

How much does dog training cost in Chico, CA?

Across 4 Chico private-lesson programs with published hourly rates, private sessions average about $145 per hour. Within each program type, typical prices fall between the 10th and 90th percentile of like-for-like published amounts. Group classes are usually the lowest-cost option, while board and train programs cost more because they include lodging and daily training.

How do I choose a dog trainer in Chico?

Compare program types, published prices when available, training methods, certifications, and whether the trainer accepts reactive or aggression cases in Chico. Prefer listings with clear program details over vague promises.

Which Chico trainers accept aggressive dogs?

3 of 3 published dog trainers in Chico, CA accept reactive or aggression cases (yes or case-by-case). Filter the directory for “Takes reactive dogs” to see them.

Are these dog trainers in Chico verified?

Yes. Every listing on this page was reviewed against the business's public materials and published by Barklen. That is not a license, insurance, or certification check. See our methodology for what verification does and does not mean.