Best Dog Trainers in Fresno, CA (Just Updated)

We looked at 6 dog training businesses across Fresno and found that pricing for a 8-week group class starts around $281. Private training starts at about $100 per hour while board-and-train programs run between $2,143 and $3,767 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 Fresno, the highest scoring programs are Ryker Dog Training, Nick's Dogs, and Rooby-Doo Canine Academy.

Last updated: Sep 13, 2026

At Ryker Dog Training, we provide effective and convenient solutions to dog problem behaviors. You and your dog will love learning together in a comfortable and supportive environment around other dogs and dog lovers. When you enroll in a program at Ryker, you receive personalized attention from a knowledgeable, friendly trainer. We will help you teach your dog essential manners and socialization skills while showing you how to reinforce those behaviors at home to make them stick. Our tried-and-true training techniques work because they are:
			
          
            
               • Grounded in balanced training principles using the methods that are the best fit for you and your dog or puppy.
            
            
              • Using the most effective training tool for your dog; which could be food, slip leads, prong collars, e-collars, or many other tools available. By educating our clients on the proper use of each tool, we eliminate the confusion caused by misinformation.
            
            
              • Pragmatically designed to prepare dogs for both everyday and unfamiliar real-world situations.
            
          
          “Not sure what program is best for you? Fill out our Training Questionnaire and a trainer will reach out via email to suggest the best program for you and your dog.”
Ryker Dog Training
Fresno, CA
Score 95

Balanced training in a temperature-controlled indoor facility, with dedicated behavior modification programs for fear, aggression, and reactivity cases

4.6(38 Google Reviews)

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Skip to content HomeWhy usServicesContactBlog    Why us    A balanced approach No one method works for every single dog, that is why I take the time to learn what is going to be the best method for you and your dog to best train any command you might want to teach, or problem you might wish to solve. Nothing is too much to train, a dog is never too old, and a problem is never too hard. We can work together to best help you and your families needs to make your dog the best canine around!  Train Your Companion   ABC CertifiedCertified through Animal Behavioral College (ABC) to teach and train professional class obedience, Nick trains dogs in all shapes and sizes from extra-large breeds even down to small and toy breeds.  Nick is what you would call a “Toolbox Trainer.” There are a variety of different methods to training, and he uses the best method to suite your individual dog.AKC CGC EvaluatorNick is an AKC Approved CGC Evaluator administering the CGC, AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy, AKC Urban CGC, and AKC Community Canine programs and offers training and/or testing on all levels.  Client Testimonials Don’t take our word for it – here’s what our clients say:  At about one year old Max had several behavioral issues including chewing on furniture. He is now a completly different dog after completing the basic and advanced classes. The most valuable skills Max and I learned are how to comunicate. He now knows what good behavior is and is all around a happier dog. MaximusDavid Dixon We will be forever grateful for all the amazing things Nick did with Tank. He made it possible for my mom to have more independence by training Tank to be the best dog he could be! TankMegan Zahariades Nick is an awesome trainer!  Gizmo, our Chorkie (Chihuahua/Yorkie), graduated from Puppy 1 Puppy 2 & the  AKC Canine Good Citizen program with Nick as his trainer in each of them.  Gizmo was an only child in our very quiet house so when we brought him to the first program, he was very shy.  I also had doubts about whether toy breed dogs could actually be trained so I came to class very skeptical.  Nick worked patiently as Gizmo dealt with his anxiety of being around strangers and other dogs.  As Gizmo progressed, my faith in training a toy breed grew.  Not only does Nick have a love for animals, but he also understands animal psychology and teaches using positive reinforcement.  Nick spent just as much time educating us as parents so we would be able to continue the learned skills at home.  He also helped educate us on canine nutrition and helped us select a healthy, good quality dog food.  It is now 3 years later and Gizmo is still following commands and enjoying a great life!  I would certainly recommend Nick to any and all people looking for dog training done via pure love. GizmoDiana Dean Nick helped me a lot of ways I didn’t realize he was going to help me.  He trained me how to handle the dog as much as he trained the dog.  I now trust my dog to do off leash exercises.  I know he will listen, and my trust in the dog and the dog’s obedience I can attribute to Nick’s influence. QuidTrysh   Happy pets of our customersNo dog is too big or too small to teach lasting behaviors for a happy healthy companion         Hours9:00am – 6:00pmAnd by appointmentLocation29 Elam AveJamestown, NY, 14701Get in touch559-287-3017nick@nicksdogs.comNick's Dogs© 2026 Nick's Dogs.  Built by    HomeWhy usServicesContactBlog
Nick's Dogs
Fresno, CA
Score 88

AKC CGC evaluator offering free service dog training for qualifying veterans through TADSAW partnership, plus board-and-train and in-home lessons

5.0(3 Google Reviews)

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Professional Dog Training in Fresno 
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Rooby-Doo Canine Academy
Fresno, CA

CPDT-KA trainer who competed nationally in IGP, flyball, and dock diving; specializes in aggression cases after rehabilitating her own severely reactive rescue

5.0(11 Google Reviews)

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Happy Dog Basic Obedience
Fresno, CA

AKC evaluator for CGC and STAR Puppy programs offers in-home private sessions, with personal service dog training experience informing her task training work

4.6(18 Google Reviews)

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NePoPo-certified balanced trainers at 8,000 sq ft facility; board-and-train includes weekly owner lessons, plus lifetime free group classes for graduates

5.0(412 Google Reviews)

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3705 N Teilman Ave, Fresno 93705

Structured 12-week obedience course teaching 16 commands, with a 3-hour lecture on behavior and nutrition; trainer competes in obedience and agility with his own titled dogs

5.0(11 Google Reviews)

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All dog trainers in Fresno

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

How much does dog training cost in Fresno, CA?

Across 6 Fresno private-lesson programs with published hourly rates, private sessions average $100 per hour, about 31% below the California median of $145.

Dog training prices in Fresno, California by program type

  • Group Classes

    Typical low
    $281 per course
    Typical high
    $460 per course
    Samples
    8
  • Private Lessons

    Typical low
    $63 per hour
    Typical high
    $135 per hour
    Samples
    6
  • Board and Train

    Typical low
    $2,143 total
    Typical high
    $3,767 total
    Samples
    5

What training methods do Fresno trainers use?

Look for clear program names, published or quoted pricing, and an honest method description when choosing a dog trainer in Fresno. Among trainers in Fresno who disclose a method, 100% use balanced methods and 0% are force-free. See our methodology for how method labels are assigned.

Where else can I find dog trainers near Fresno?

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Frequently asked questions about dog trainers in Fresno

How much does dog training cost in Fresno, CA?

Across 6 Fresno private-lesson programs with published hourly rates, private sessions average about $100 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 Fresno?

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

Which Fresno trainers accept aggressive dogs?

5 of 6 published dog trainers in Fresno, 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 Fresno 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.