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Golden State K-9 Training Academy — Dog Training in Riverside, CA

Golden State K-9 Training Academy is a dog training business in Riverside, California offering private lessons, working from a dedicated training facility. They describe their approach as reward-based training and have been in business for 20+ years.

Riverside, CA • Training facility • 4.5 ★ (29 Google reviews)

Verified listing

Last reviewed: Aug 8, 2026

Transparency Score

43 / 100

Limited information

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

Price transparency: 0%
Method transparency: 100%
Program clarity: 50%

About Golden State K-9 Training Academy

Based on what the business publishes about itself

Golden State K-9 Training Academy is listed among dog training programs in Riverside. Published program types include private lessons. Ask about staffing, methods, and follow-up support before you book.

What dog training programs does Golden State K-9 Training Academy offer?

Private lessons cover a wide spectrum, from puppy basics and leash manners through advanced obedience and off-leash recall. Golden State K-9 Training Academy also offers specialized tracks including I.G.P. sport dog training with protection and scent work components, plus show ring preparation for conformation competitors.

Pet Domestication

Price not published.

This program addresses common household behavior issues such as chewing, potty training, jumping, digging, barking, begging for food and other mischievous conduct. Training relies on positive reinforcement rather than force, marking correct behavior to phase out the unwanted actions.

Focus: Puppy training, Basic obedience

I.G.P. Sport Dog Training

Price not published.

This program covers the three IGP disciplines of tracking, obedience, and protection, preparing dogs for competition, certifications, and performance events. It reflects the facility's ongoing involvement in IGP trials, regionals, nationals, and hosted workshops.

Focus: Agility & dog sports, Advanced obedience, Scent work

Basic Obedience

Price not published.

Foundational commands taught on leash include heel, sit, down, stay, come, and finish. The approach uses positive reinforcement to build these behaviors as a foundation for further training.

Focus: Basic obedience, Leash training

Advance Obedience

Price not published.

Building on basic commands, this level covers heel, sit, down, stay, come, and finish performed both on and off leash. It extends obedience reliability beyond the constraints of a leash.

Focus: Advanced obedience, Recall & off-leash

Show Dog Ring Training

Price not published.

This program prepares dogs for German conformation shows, covering critiques, grooming tips, exercises, handling, and ring performance. It's geared toward presenting dogs to the strict German SV standard.

Focus: Advanced obedience

How much does Golden State K-9 Training Academy cost?

Golden State K-9 Training Academy does not publish program pricing online. Contact them directly or request a quote through Barklen for current rates.

Private Lessons pricing

Private Lessons pricing at Golden State K-9 Training Academy in Riverside, CA
Program	Price	Length
Pet Domestication	Not published	Not stated
I.G.P. Sport Dog Training	Not published	Not stated
Basic Obedience	Not published	Not stated
Advance Obedience	Not published	Not stated
Show Dog Ring Training	Not published	Not stated

What training methods does Golden State K-9 Training Academy use?

The site explicitly describes a force-free training philosophy. Whether they accept dogs with aggression or bite histories isn't addressed.

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

Who runs Golden State K-9 Training Academy?

As described in the business's own materials

Peter Medina, Owner, trainer, and breeder

According to their site, has bred and trained German Shepherd Dogs for over 20 years and says he trained under and was mentored by accomplished trainers and behaviorists worldwide.

Where does Golden State K-9 Training Academy offer dog training?

Golden State K-9 Training Academy operates from a dedicated training facility in Riverside, CA, offering private lessons.

Their site says they serve pet owners dealing with behavior problems, sport dog enthusiasts pursuing IGP titles, show dog owners, and buyers interested in German Shepherd puppies from their breeding program.

Located in Riverside, California, referred to by the owner as 'Casa Medina,' the property serves as a breeding and training facility for German Shepherd working dogs and hosts IGP trials and workshops.

The El Sobrante Road address sits in a semi-rural area of western Riverside County. Parking and accessibility information aren't published.

How does Golden State K-9 Training Academy 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 Golden State K-9 Training Academy.

Price: too few Riverside programs publish pricing in the same categories for a like-for-like comparison yet.

Reviews: 4.5★ from 29 Google reviews, among 7 published Riverside programs.

Transparency: 43 out of 100 (limited information), with 0% price transparency and 50% program clarity. 3 of 7 Riverside listings show certifications; this business does not list any.

What should you ask Golden State K-9 Training Academy before booking?

Generated from what their public materials leave open

They don't publish pricing. Ask what a private lesson package costs and exactly what is included.
Ask which certifications their trainers hold and who issued them.
Ask for proof of liability insurance.
Ask which training tools, if any, they use and when.
Ask how many dogs each trainer handles at once.
Ask exactly what their guarantee covers; no trainer can guarantee behavior.
Ask about current availability and whether there is a waitlist.

Location and hours

12235 El Sobrante Rd, Riverside, CA

Monday – Sunday: Open 24 hours

How Barklen reviewed this listing

Barklen reviewed Golden State K-9 Training Academy 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 (aggression and reactivity cases, owner visits during programs, progress updates, overnight staffing, insurance, certifications, and others) are turned into the questions above rather than filled in.

Last reviewed by Barklen: Aug 8, 2026