Dawgz & Stripes — Dog Training in Riverside, CA

Dawgz & Stripes is a dog training business in Riverside, California offering board and train, private lessons, and virtual training, working from a home-based setup. They describe their approach as balanced training (rewards and corrections), accept aggression and reactivity cases, and list AKC CGC Evaluator credentials.

Riverside, CA • Home-based trainer • 4.8 ★ (52 Google reviews)

Verified listing

Last reviewed: Aug 8, 2026

Transparency Score

47 / 100

Limited information

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

Price transparency: 0%
Method transparency: 100%
Program clarity: 67%

About Dawgz & Stripes

Based on what the business publishes about itself

Dawgz & Stripes is led by Manny, a retired sheriff's deputy and Army veteran who spent 22 years in law enforcement and trained under Jean Claude Balu at Balu Dog Training Center. According to their site, he now runs two K9 companies while training dogs in obedience, protection, and detection work. The team includes five additional trainers with backgrounds ranging from military K-9 detection and law enforcement work to rescue rehabilitation and media preparation, one trainer, Kristi, holds AKC Certified CGC Trainer/Evaluator credentials.

The business operates differently from traditional facilities: dogs board and train in the trainers' own homes rather than a centralized kennel. They describe this as providing a home-like environment and allowing trainers to notice subtle behavioral or physical changes that larger operations might miss. Their site indicates owners receive video updates during board-and-train stays and can make unscheduled visits to check on their dogs.

Their stated specialties span basic through advanced obedience, behavioral modification for issues like jumping and barking, protection training, and rehabilitation for aggressive or anxious dogs. They emphasize that their approach focuses on reading each dog's individual energy and communication style, with owner education built into the process so training transfers after the dog returns home. The Riverside-area business also offers private lessons and virtual training options.

What dog training programs does Dawgz & Stripes offer?

Board and train is the specialty here, with several programs tailored to different needs. Dawgz & Stripes offers a standard board and train with handoff and follow-up sessions, plus specialized 4-week programs for advanced obedience and mild anxiety. A 5-week fear rehabilitation program goes deeper for anxious dogs. Private lessons, online sessions, and dog sitting round out the options.

Advanced Obedience Program: Mastery Unleashed Board and Train

Price not published.

A 4-week board and train program designed to elevate a dog's obedience skills.

Duration: 4 weeks

Focus: Advanced obedience, Basic obedience

Mild Anxiety Rehabilitation Program: Calm Canines Board and Train

Price not published.

A 4-week program focused on turning anxious behavior into a calmer, more tranquil state.

Best for: Intended for dogs dealing with mild anxiety issues.

Duration: 4 weeks

Focus: Fear & anxiety, Basic obedience

Fearless Futures Board and Train: Unlocking Courage in a 5-Week Journey

Price not published.

A 5-week board and train journey built around helping a dog build courage and overcome fear.

Best for: Designed for dogs struggling with fear or lack of confidence.

Duration: 5 weeks

Focus: Fear & anxiety, Basic obedience

Board and Train

Price not published.

This program works on obedience, socialization, and positive behavior change over several weeks with a dog staying with the trainers. Small group sizes allow trainers to give personalized attention and track subtle changes in each dog's condition and progress.

The dog stays and trains with the trainer while owners receive downloadable videos and updates to track progress throughout the course.

Focus: Basic obedience, Socialization

Includes: Owner handoff sessions, Follow-up sessions

Dog Sitting

Price not published.

A boarding-only service where dogs are cared for and kept on routine while owners travel.

Dogs stay in the trainer's home during the boarding period, receiving care and routine.

Focus: Basic obedience

One-To-One Private Sessions

Price not published.

Personalized, tailored training guidance delivered one-on-one to address specific challenges and speed up progress.

Focus: Basic obedience

Online Sessions

Price not published.

Virtual training sessions offering expert guidance and effective instruction from home.

Training is delivered remotely so owners can work with their dog from the comfort of home.

Focus: Basic obedience

How much does Dawgz & Stripes cost?

Dawgz & Stripes does not publish program pricing online. Contact them directly or request a quote through Barklen for current rates.

Board and Train pricing

Board and Train pricing at Dawgz & Stripes in Riverside, CA
Program	Price	Length
Advanced Obedience Program: Mastery Unleashed Board and Train	Not published	4 weeks
Mild Anxiety Rehabilitation Program: Calm Canines Board and Train	Not published	4 weeks
Fearless Futures Board and Train: Unlocking Courage in a 5-Week Journey	Not published	5 weeks
Board and Train	Not published	Not stated
Dog Sitting	Not published	Not stated

Private Lessons pricing

Private Lessons pricing at Dawgz & Stripes in Riverside, CA
Program	Price	Length
One-To-One Private Sessions	Not published	Not stated

Virtual Training pricing

Virtual Training pricing at Dawgz & Stripes in Riverside, CA
Program	Price	Length
Online Sessions	Not published	Not stated

What training methods does Dawgz & Stripes use?

The site explicitly describes a balanced training approach, combining different techniques depending on the dog. They do accept dogs with aggression issues, which not all trainers will take on.

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

Who runs Dawgz & Stripes?

As described in the business's own materials

Manny, Owner/Trainer

According to their site, a retired sheriff's deputy and Army veteran who trained under Jean Claude Balu at Balu Dog Training Center, spent 22 years with a county sheriff's department, served in a military quick-reaction force, and now owns two K9 companies while training dogs in obedience, protection, and detection work.

Kristi, Trainer

According to their site, works across obedience, protection, trick training and therapy work, and has prepared dogs for commercials, an Animal Planet program, and a canine pageant, with a clientele that includes high-profile clients.

Credentials listed on their site: AKC Certified CGC Trainer/Evaluator. Barklen has not independently verified these.

Leo, Trainer

According to their site, has attended ongoing workshops and seminars on training techniques and gained experience working with a military K-9 detection unit and law enforcement agencies.

Mary Cardenas, Trainer

According to their site, has over a decade of experience in basic and advanced obedience and protection work (as both decoy and handler), studies the impact of diet on behavior, and was mentored by Manny Hernandez.

Brieana, Trainer

According to their site, started training with family Doberman puppies, was mentored by fellow trainer Kristi, and works as a rescue foster known for rehabilitating dogs with severe anxiety, resource guarding, food aggression, and leash reactivity.

Katy, Trainer

According to their site, has over 10 years of experience specializing in puppy preschool, basic and advanced obedience, and mild anxiety rehabilitation.

Where does Dawgz & Stripes offer dog training?

Dawgz & Stripes runs a home-based training operation in Riverside, CA, offering board and train stays, private lessons, and virtual sessions online.

Their site says they first-time puppy owners, families dealing with behavioral problems, working-breed and working-dog owners, and dogs needing anxiety or aggression rehabilitation, both in-person in the Los Angeles and San Antonio areas and online worldwide.

Training and boarding take place in trainers' own homes rather than a centralized kennel facility, intended to give dogs a home-like environment during board-and-train stays.

Training happens at a residential address on Acacia Glen Drive in Riverside. Parking and accessibility details aren't published, so those specifics would need to be confirmed before arrival.

How does Dawgz & Stripes compare with other Riverside dog trainers?

Barklen analysis

Barklen analysis based on 7 published Riverside listings (20 with published pricing). These comparisons are computed by Barklen, not claims made by Dawgz & Stripes.

Price: Dawgz & Stripes does not publish pricing for the program types where Riverside has enough published prices to compare (board and train).

Reviews: 4.8★ from 52 Google reviews, among 7 published Riverside programs.

Transparency: 47 out of 100 (limited information), with 0% price transparency and 67% program clarity. 3 of 7 Riverside listings show certifications; this business lists AKC CGC Evaluator.

Published prices at Dawgz & Stripes compared with Riverside ranges
Program type	Dawgz & Stripes	Riverside range	Barklen read
Board and Train	Not published	$2,343–$3,848 across 6 Riverside programs	No published price to compare

What should you ask Dawgz & Stripes before booking?

Generated from what their public materials leave open

They don't publish pricing. Ask what a board and train stay costs and exactly what is included.
Ask for proof of liability insurance.
Ask which training tools, if any, they use and when.
Ask if anyone is on-site overnight.
Ask how many dogs each trainer handles at once.
Ask about current availability and whether there is a waitlist.

Location and hours

215 Acacia Glen Dr, Riverside, CA

Monday – Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

How Barklen reviewed this listing

Barklen reviewed Dawgz & Stripes 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 (overnight staffing, insurance, guarantee, dogs per trainer, years in business, and waitlist) are turned into the questions above rather than filled in.

Last reviewed by Barklen: Aug 8, 2026

What Barklen could verify

Programs listed: 7 programs (board and train, private lessons, virtual training)
Published pricing: None published
Training method: Balanced
Aggression and reactivity cases: Accepts aggression cases
Facility: Home-based trainer
Owner visits during programs: Owner visits allowed
Progress updates: Occasional updates
Certifications: AKC CGC Evaluator
Booking: Contact form