Free In-Home Consultation — Free
This is a free, no-obligation initial meeting to discuss goals and concerns before starting a training package.
Best for: Prospective clients deciding whether to start training.
Focus: Basic obedience
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Happy Dog Basic Obedience
Happy Dog Basic Obedience is a dog training business in Fresno, California offering Private Lessons, with published programs from $50.
Fresno • CA • Mobile / travels to you • 4.6 ★ (18 Google reviews)
Last verified: Sep 5, 2026
Transparency Score
70 / 100
Moderately transparent
How clearly this listing publishes the details owners need. See our methodology.
- Price transparency
- 88%
- Method transparency
- 35%
- Program clarity
- 79%
About this program
What they say about themselves
Happy Dog Basic Obedience is listed among dog training programs in Fresno. Published program types include private lessons. Ask about staffing, methods, and follow-up support before you book.
Getting started
Consultations and evaluations before you commit to a program.
Canine Good Citizen -- Test Only — $50/session
A one-time evaluation of the dog's behavior for AKC Canine Good Citizen certification, without accompanying training.
Best for: Dogs already trained and ready to be tested for the CGC award.
Focus: Advanced obedience
What does Happy Dog Basic Obedience charge for board and train?
Private lessons cover the full spectrum, from puppy sessions for dogs 12 weeks to one year old through advanced training that includes service dog task work and agility. Happy Dog Basic Obedience also offers a Canine Good Citizen program with test included, though it requires completing their basic training first. Refresher sessions are available to past clients at a reduced rate.
Single lessons run $75 for puppies and $100 for adult dogs. Multi-session packages range from $350 for intermediate training (5 sessions) to $400 for the advanced package. Past clients can book refresher sessions at $50 each, and the CGC prep course with test is $350.
Private Lessons
Single Lesson - Dogs 1 year and older — $100 per session
A single one-hour in-home training session for one dog and one handler.
The trainer works with the dog and handler for one hour in the home, yard, or a local park.
Best for: Owners of dogs one year of age or older.
Focus: Basic obedience
Duration: 1 sessions
Single Lesson - Dogs 12 weeks to 1 year — $75 per session
A half-hour in-home training session designed for younger dogs' shorter attention spans.
The trainer conducts a half-hour session in the home or a local park with dog and handler.
Best for: Puppies and young dogs between 12 weeks and one year old.
Focus: Puppy training, Basic obedience
Duration: 0.5 sessions
Task Training (Advanced Training) — $100 per session
Advanced training sessions focused on task work for dogs preparing for therapy or service roles.
One-hour sessions delivered one-on-one with dog and handler.
Best for: Dogs being prepared for therapy or service work.
Focus: Service dog training, Advanced obedience
Duration: 1 sessions
Care Package — $50 per session
A recurring maintenance visit offered every other month for dogs that have already completed basic training.
A half-hour in-home session held every other month.
Best for: Past clients who finished a basic package and want ongoing tune-ups.
Focus: Basic obedience
Duration: 0.5 sessions
Includes: Refresher sessions
Canine Good Citizen with Training and Test — $350 per program
Combines additional obedience training with the Canine Good Citizen test for dogs that already finished basic training.
The trainer provides further training sessions leading up to the CGC evaluation.
Best for: Dogs that have completed a basic training package and are working toward CGC certification.
Focus: Advanced obedience
Advanced Package A — $400 per program
An advanced course of five one-hour sessions covering task training and agility, plus one maintenance visit.
Five one-hour, one-on-one sessions scheduled weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly, followed by a maintenance visit.
Best for: Dogs over one year old ready for advanced skills.
Focus: Advanced obedience, Service dog training, Agility & dog sports
Duration: 5 sessions; 5-session package $400
Includes: Refresher sessions
Intermediate Package B — $350 per program
An intermediate-level course of five one-hour sessions plus a maintenance visit for dogs around one year old.
Five one-hour sessions scheduled weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly, followed by a maintenance visit.
Best for: Dogs approximately one year old.
Focus: Basic obedience, Advanced obedience
Duration: 5 sessions; 5-session package $350
Includes: Refresher sessions
Basic Package C
Focus: Puppy training, Basic obedience
Private Lessons in Fresno typically runs $78–$900 across 12 programs that do publish pricing. Ask this trainer for a written quote before comparing.
| Program | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Single Lesson - Dogs 1 year and older | $100 per session | 1 sessions |
| Single Lesson - Dogs 12 weeks to 1 year | $75 per session | 0.5 sessions |
| Task Training (Advanced Training) | $100 per session | 1 sessions |
| Care Package | $50 per session | 0.5 sessions |
| Canine Good Citizen with Training and Test | $350 per program | — |
| Advanced Package A | $400 per program | 5 sessions |
| Intermediate Package B | $350 per program | 5 sessions |
| Basic Package C | Not published | — |
What training methods does Happy Dog Basic Obedience use?
The site uses general language about training approach without specifying particular techniques or tools. They explicitly state they do not accept dogs with aggression issues.
Method: Method unclear
Their website describes their approach in general terms without specifying which methods or tools they use.
How do we verify Happy Dog Basic Obedience?
Certifications: AKC CGC Evaluator
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 the trainer holds AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator certification. Guarantee terms and years in business aren't listed.
Facility: Mobile / travels to you
Owner visits: not specified on their website.
Video updates: not specified on their website.
Overnight staffing: not specified on their website.
Insurance: Yes
Guarantee: No guarantee offered
Waitlist: not specified on their website.
Dogs per trainer: not specified on their website.
Booking: Phone only
How does Happy Dog Basic Obedience compare in Fresno?
Price: Happy Dog Basic Obedience does not publish board & train pricing. Across Fresno, 33 programs publish prices from about $79 to $2,596.
Reviews: Happy Dog Basic Obedience shows 4.6★ from 18 Google reviews among 6 published Fresno programs.
Transparency: This listing scores 70 out of 100 (price 88%, program clarity 79%). 4 of 6 Fresno listings show certifications; this business lists AKC CGC Evaluator.
What to ask Happy Dog Basic Obedience
- 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.
- Ask about current availability and whether there is a waitlist.
Location & hours
Training happens at the client's location since this is a mobile-only service operating in the Fresno area. The North Gateway Boulevard address appears to be an administrative office rather than a training facility.
1968 N Gateway Blvd #102, Fresno, CA
Friday: 7AM-7PM
Monday: 7AM-7PM
Sunday: Closed
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 Happy Dog Basic Obedience.
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