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GET YOUR PUPPY TRAINED NOWA Trained Puppy is a Happy Puppy
GET YOUR PUPPY TRAINED NOWA Trained Puppy is a Happy Puppy
GET YOUR PUPPY TRAINED NOWA Trained Puppy is a Happy Puppy
GET YOUR PUPPY TRAINED NOWA Trained Puppy is a Happy Puppy
GET YOUR PUPPY TRAINED NOWA Trained Puppy is a Happy Puppy
COMPANION DOG TRAININGTraining Director for Next Step Service Dogs 2015-Present Founder and Training Director of Companion Dog Training (CDT) 2019 – Present| CPDT-KA | AKC-CGC Evaluator | CPR – Canine | Assistance Dogs International | Crisis Response Canine Trainer – San Diego | Paws to Share | Pet Partners | In 2014 with my then companion dogs, Tebow, Scruffy and Richter, I ventured to the dog park and had a chance meeting with Sally Montruchio the founder of Next Step Service Dogs. This meeting changed my life, as Sally helped me take my passion for dogs and service to the next level. After attending just one class with NSSD I was committed to the program and excited for the opportunity to train a dog and change a veterans life! In 2015, I became the Assistant Training Director at NSSD  and received my Certification for Professional Dog Trainer – Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA).  It was this same year that I met Dr. Ian Dunbar, world renowned veterinarian, animal behaviorist, and dog trainer who became my mentor with whom I continue to work with today.  As the Program Director of NSSD I have trained and placed over 100 service dogs with Veterans and First Responders. In 2019, seeing a need for education and training of private clients I founded Companion Dog Training (CDT). Training your dog whether it be for a companion, therapy work, facility or service is about trust, communication and most of all relationship. Your companion dog should be trained to fit your lifestyle, your family and your needs. Working with service dogs and veterans I have spent many years training and transferring dogs to their new teammate. Dogs will always perform for the trainer but is it transferable? My goal is to give you those tools to not only help in the process, but allow you to maintain the training for years to come! * Service Dog training  * Facility Dog Training  * Getting new puppy owners on track from the first day at home.  The earlier you start, the sooner your pup will be able to enjoy free run of your house and yard.  * Re-training hyperactive, inattentive, over-the-top and out-of-control but otherwise friendly, or overly friendly, adolescent dogs.  Meet Our TrainersFrancie Nolan Assistant Trainer GET YOUR PUPPY TRAINED NOWA Trained Puppy is a Happy Puppy
COMPANION DOG TRAININGTraining Director for Next Step Service Dogs 2015-Present Founder and Training Director of Companion Dog Training (CDT) 2019 – Present| CPDT-KA | AKC-CGC Evaluator | CPR – Canine | Assistance Dogs International | Crisis Response Canine Trainer – San Diego | Paws to Share | Pet Partners | In 2014 with my then companion dogs, Tebow, Scruffy and Richter, I ventured to the dog park and had a chance meeting with Sally Montruchio the founder of Next Step Service Dogs. This meeting changed my life, as Sally helped me take my passion for dogs and service to the next level. After attending just one class with NSSD I was committed to the program and excited for the opportunity to train a dog and change a veterans life! In 2015, I became the Assistant Training Director at NSSD  and received my Certification for Professional Dog Trainer – Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA).  It was this same year that I met Dr. Ian Dunbar, world renowned veterinarian, animal behaviorist, and dog trainer who became my mentor with whom I continue to work with today.  As the Program Director of NSSD I have trained and placed over 100 service dogs with Veterans and First Responders. In 2019, seeing a need for education and training of private clients I founded Companion Dog Training (CDT). Training your dog whether it be for a companion, therapy work, facility or service is about trust, communication and most of all relationship. Your companion dog should be trained to fit your lifestyle, your family and your needs. Working with service dogs and veterans I have spent many years training and transferring dogs to their new teammate. Dogs will always perform for the trainer but is it transferable? My goal is to give you those tools to not only help in the process, but allow you to maintain the training for years to come! * Service Dog training  * Facility Dog Training  * Getting new puppy owners on track from the first day at home.  The earlier you start, the sooner your pup will be able to enjoy free run of your house and yard.  * Re-training hyperactive, inattentive, over-the-top and out-of-control but otherwise friendly, or overly friendly, adolescent dogs.  Meet Our TrainersFrancie Nolan Assistant Trainer GET YOUR PUPPY TRAINED NOWA Trained Puppy is a Happy Puppy
COMPANION DOG TRAININGTraining Director for Next Step Service Dogs 2015-Present Founder and Training Director of Companion Dog Training (CDT) 2019 – Present| CPDT-KA | AKC-CGC Evaluator | CPR – Canine | Assistance Dogs International | Crisis Response Canine Trainer – San Diego | Paws to Share | Pet Partners | In 2014 with my then companion dogs, Tebow, Scruffy and Richter, I ventured to the dog park and had a chance meeting with Sally Montruchio the founder of Next Step Service Dogs. This meeting changed my life, as Sally helped me take my passion for dogs and service to the next level. After attending just one class with NSSD I was committed to the program and excited for the opportunity to train a dog and change a veterans life! In 2015, I became the Assistant Training Director at NSSD  and received my Certification for Professional Dog Trainer – Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA).  It was this same year that I met Dr. Ian Dunbar, world renowned veterinarian, animal behaviorist, and dog trainer who became my mentor with whom I continue to work with today.  As the Program Director of NSSD I have trained and placed over 100 service dogs with Veterans and First Responders. In 2019, seeing a need for education and training of private clients I founded Companion Dog Training (CDT). Training your dog whether it be for a companion, therapy work, facility or service is about trust, communication and most of all relationship. Your companion dog should be trained to fit your lifestyle, your family and your needs. Working with service dogs and veterans I have spent many years training and transferring dogs to their new teammate. Dogs will always perform for the trainer but is it transferable? My goal is to give you those tools to not only help in the process, but allow you to maintain the training for years to come! * Service Dog training  * Facility Dog Training  * Getting new puppy owners on track from the first day at home.  The earlier you start, the sooner your pup will be able to enjoy free run of your house and yard.  * Re-training hyperactive, inattentive, over-the-top and out-of-control but otherwise friendly, or overly friendly, adolescent dogs.  Meet Our TrainersFrancie Nolan Assistant Trainer GET YOUR PUPPY TRAINED NOWA Trained Puppy is a Happy Puppy

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Companion Dog Training — Dog Training in Escondido, CA

Companion Dog Training is a dog training business in Escondido, California offering in-home training and group classes. They take aggression cases by assessment, publish pricing from $125 per session to $175 per session, and list CPDT-KA and AKC CGC Evaluator credentials.

Escondido, CA • 5.0 ★ (3 Google reviews)

Verified listing

Last reviewed: Sep 5, 2026

Transparency Score

28 / 100

Minimal information

How clearly this listing publishes the details owners need. See our methodology.

Price transparency
40%
Method transparency
0%
Program clarity
39%

About Companion Dog Training

Based on what the business publishes about itself

Companion Dog Training is listed among dog training programs in Escondido. Published program types include in home training, group classes. Ask about staffing, methods, and follow-up support before you book.

What dog training programs does Companion Dog Training offer?

In-home training covers puppies as young as 8 weeks through adult dogs, with private sessions running 50-60 minutes depending on age. Companion Dog Training also offers a tiered group class sequence, Puppy Kindergarten, Puppy Training I, and II, each with specific vaccine requirements before enrollment. Aggression cases are evaluated individually.

Private Training Sessions @ Your Home (50 to 60 sessions)

Companion Dog Training publishes 2 versions of this program. The table shows how they differ; anything not listed here was not stated in their materials.

In-Home Training options at Companion Dog Training
OptionLengthPriceWhat differs
Private Training Sessions @ Your Home (Puppies 8-12 weeks old)50 sessions$125 per sessionPuppy training, Socialization; For puppies 8-12 weeks old.
Private Training Sessions @ Your Home60 sessions$175 per sessionNo stated differences

Puppy Kindergarten

Price not published.

Requirements: Requires first DHLPP or DHPP vaccine prior to first session.

Focus: Puppy training, Socialization, Basic obedience

Puppy Training I

Price not published.

Requirements: Requires first two rounds of DHLPP or DHPP vaccine prior to first session.

Focus: Puppy training, Basic obedience

Puppy Training II

Price not published.

Requirements: Requires proof of rabies vaccine and up-to-date DHLPP/DHPP.

Focus: Puppy training, Basic obedience

How much does Companion Dog Training cost?

Private in-home sessions cost $125 for young puppies (8-12 weeks) or $175 for older dogs, with five-session packages available at $625. Group class pricing isn't listed on the site.

In-Home Training pricing

In-Home Training pricing at Companion Dog Training in Escondido, CA
ProgramPriceLength
Private Training Sessions @ Your Home (Puppies 8-12 weeks old)$125 per session$625 for a 5-session package50 sessions
Private Training Sessions @ Your Home$175 per session$625 for a 5-session package60 sessions

Group Classes pricing

Group Classes pricing at Companion Dog Training in Escondido, CA
ProgramPriceLength
Puppy KindergartenNot publishedNot stated
Puppy Training INot publishedNot stated
Puppy Training IINot publishedNot stated

Consultations and evaluations

  • Initial Behavioral Assessment @ Your Home: $250 per session

What training methods does Companion Dog Training use?

Public materials reviewed by Barklen do not state which training method Companion Dog Training uses.

Public materials reviewed by Barklen do not specify which training tools are used.

Who runs Companion Dog Training?

As described in the business's own materials

Francie Nolan, Assistant Trainer

Where does Companion Dog Training offer dog training?

Companion Dog Training is based in Escondido, CA, offering group classes and in-home training at the client's home.

Their site says they private clients including new puppy owners and families, as well as veterans and first responders receiving service dogs through the founder's related work with Next Step Service Dogs. Classes encourage whole-family attendance.

Sessions take place at your home rather than a training facility. The business operates out of Escondido, though service area boundaries aren't specified.

How does Companion Dog Training compare with other Escondido dog trainers?

Barklen analysis

Barklen analysis based on 5 published Escondido listings (16 with published pricing). These comparisons are computed by Barklen, not claims made by Companion Dog Training.

Price: Companion Dog Training does not publish pricing for the program types where Escondido has enough published prices to compare (group classes).

Reviews: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, among 5 published Escondido programs.

Transparency: 28 out of 100 (minimal information), with 40% price transparency and 39% program clarity. 2 of 5 Escondido listings show certifications; this business lists CPDT-KA and AKC CGC Evaluator.

Published prices at Companion Dog Training compared with Escondido ranges
Program typeCompanion Dog TrainingEscondido rangeBarklen read
Group ClassesNot published$100–$225 across 11 Escondido programsNo published price to compare

What should you ask Companion Dog Training before booking?

Generated from what their public materials leave open

  • Ask for current pricing on Puppy Kindergarten, Puppy Training I, and Puppy Training II, which are not published online.
  • Ask for proof of liability insurance.
  • Ask which training methods they use and whether aversive tools are part of the program.
  • Ask how many dogs each trainer handles at once.
  • Ask for a written outline of daily structure, skills covered, and follow-up support after the program.
  • Ask about current availability and whether there is a waitlist.

Location and hours

2573 Kauana Loa Dr, Escondido, CA

Monday – Saturday
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday
Closed

How Barklen reviewed this listing

Barklen reviewed Companion Dog Training against the business's public materials and published this listing. That is not a check of licenses, insurance, or certifications. See our methodology for what a verified listing does and does not mean.

Details the public materials do not address (training method, facility, owner visits during programs, progress updates, overnight staffing, insurance, and others) are turned into the questions above rather than filled in.

Last reviewed by Barklen: Sep 5, 2026

What Barklen could verify

Programs listed
5 programs (in-home training, group classes)
Published pricing
Published for 2 of 5 programs
Aggression and reactivity cases
Aggression cases by assessment
Certifications
CPDT-KA, AKC CGC Evaluator
Booking
Phone only

Contact Companion Dog Training or request a quote

Contact Companion Dog Training directly by phone or through their website, or request a quote through Barklen and we will pass it along.

+1 858-922-0379Website

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