Phone Consult — $0/session
Focus: Basic obedience
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Stay 'n Touch Dog Training
Stay 'n Touch Dog Training is a dog training business in Oakland, California offering Group Classes and Private Lessons, with published programs from $120.
Oakland • CA • 5.0 ★ (10 Google reviews)
Last verified: Aug 23, 2026
Transparency Score
60 / 100
Moderately transparent
How clearly this listing publishes the details owners need. See our methodology.
- Price transparency
- 40%
- Method transparency
- 100%
- Program clarity
- 46%
About this program
What they say about themselves
Stay ‘N Touch Dog Training is owned by Ami, an Oakland-based trainer who holds the CPDT-KA credential through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers and a BSc in Zoology. The website also lists Ami as an Association of Professional Dog Trainers Professional Member and states that the business is insured and bonded. Her personal experience includes working through reactivity, fear, anxiety, barking, pulling, and lunging with her own rescue dog, Molly.
Private Lessons begin with a free phone Consultation, followed by a $155 one-hour assessment at the training space or client’s home. Most clients are then recommended a four-week Private Lessons plan consisting of one hour per week for $400, with ongoing text and email support. One-off Private Lessons cost $120. Group Classes include four-week Puppy and Adult Dog classes covering reinforcement, basic cues, routines, crate work, leash walking, recall, socialization, cooperative care, and behavior challenges. Puppy Social Club is available for puppies up to six months.
Stay ‘N Touch describes its approach as positive reinforcement-focused and designed for urban living. The website explicitly says it does not advocate prong collars, e-collars, or other correction tools, while emphasizing safety, communication, environmental management, rewards, and client education. The business may not currently be accepting new clients, so prospective clients should confirm availability before scheduling.
Getting started
Consultations and evaluations before you commit to a program.
Initial Assessment — $155/session
Duration: 1 sessions
Focus: Basic obedience
What does Stay 'n Touch Dog Training charge for board and train?
Private Lessons include a four-week package and one-off sessions, with In-Home Training available when needed. Group Classes include Puppy Class, Adult Dog Class, and Puppy Social Club. A free phone Consultation and paid Initial Assessment precede ongoing private work. Limited walk-and-train and daycare-and-train services are also available by request after assessment.
The Initial Assessment costs $155 for one hour. The four-week Private Lessons plan costs $400 for four one-hour meetings, while one-off Private Lessons cost $120 each. The introductory phone Consultation is free. Group Class prices are not published, and walk-and-train or daycare-and-train pricing is determined according to client needs.
Private Lessons
4 Week training plan — $400 per program
Best for: Recommended following the Initial Assessment.
Focus: Basic obedience
Duration: 4 weeks
One-off training sessions — $120 per session
Best for: For clients who prefer not to commit to the 4-week plan.
Focus: Basic obedience
| Program | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 4 Week training plan | $400 per program | 4 weeks |
| One-off training sessions | $120 per session | — |
Group Classes
Puppy Class
Best for: Puppies aged twelve weeks to six months, must have at least two DAPP vaccines.
Focus: Puppy training, Basic obedience, Socialization, Leash training
Duration: 4 weeks
Group Classes in Oakland typically runs $229–$300 across 10 programs that do publish pricing. Ask this trainer for a written quote before comparing.
Adult dog class
Best for: For dogs 6 months and older; requires DAPP, bordetella, and rabies vaccines.
Focus: Basic obedience, Leash training, Recall & off-leash, Socialization
Duration: 4 weeks
Group Classes in Oakland typically runs $229–$300 across 10 programs that do publish pricing. Ask this trainer for a written quote before comparing.
Puppy Social Club
Best for: Suitable for puppies up to 6 months of age who have had at least two DHPP vaccines.
Focus: Puppy training, Socialization
Group Classes in Oakland typically runs $229–$300 across 10 programs that do publish pricing. Ask this trainer for a written quote before comparing.
| Program | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Puppy Class | Not published | 4 weeks |
| Adult dog class | Not published | 4 weeks |
| Puppy Social Club | Not published | — |
What training methods does Stay 'n Touch Dog Training use?
Stay ‘N Touch explicitly emphasizes positive reinforcement-focused training. The website states that it does not advocate prong collars, e-collars, or other correction tools. Training material also emphasizes rewards, safety, choice, environmental management, redirection, communication, and building trust.
Method: Reward-based
Uses rewards and positive reinforcement only, without corrections or aversive tools.
How do we verify Stay 'n Touch Dog Training?
Certifications: CPDT-KA, APDT, CCPDT
Verification still pending or not yet requested. See our methodology for what verification does and does not mean.
Trust & facility details
Ami is listed as CPDT-KA through CCPDT, holds a BSc in Zoology, and is an APDT Professional Member. The business states that it is insured and bonded. Private packages include text and email support between sessions. The website also openly notes that Stay ‘N Touch may not currently be accepting new clients.
Facility: not specified on their website.
Owner visits: not specified on their website.
Video updates: not specified on their website.
Overnight staffing: not specified on their website.
Insurance: Yes
Guarantee: not specified on their website.
Waitlist: Yes
Dogs per trainer: not specified on their website.
Booking: Contact form
How does Stay 'n Touch Dog Training compare in Oakland?
Price: Stay 'n Touch Dog Training does not publish board & train pricing. Across Oakland, 19 programs publish prices from about $106 to $320.
Reviews: Stay 'n Touch Dog Training shows 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews among 4 published Oakland programs.
Transparency: This listing scores 60 out of 100 (price 40%, program clarity 46%). 2 of 4 Oakland listings show certifications; this business lists CPDT-KA, APDT, CCPDT.
What to ask Stay 'n Touch Dog Training
- Ask how many dogs each trainer handles at once.
- Ask whether you can visit during the program.
- Ask if anyone is on-site overnight.
- Ask for a written outline of daily structure, skills covered, and what follow-up support looks like after the program.
Location & hours
Stay ‘N Touch is based in Oakland, California. Private training may take place at its training space or in the client’s home. A public street address, parking information, and accessibility details are not published.
301 8th St, Oakland, CA
Hours: Not specified on their website
Contact / request a quote
Reach out directly or send a quote request through Stay 'n Touch Dog Training.
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