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Golden State K-9 Training Academy is a dog training business in Riverside, California offering Private Lessons.
Riverside • CA • Training facility • 4.5 ★ (29 Google reviews)
Last verified: Aug 11, 2026
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What they say about themselves
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.
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.
What board & train costs in Riverside
Published board-and-train programs in Riverside currently range about $2,343–$3,848, with private sessions around a $100 median. Ask this trainer for a written quote before you compare.
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
Private Lessons in Riverside typically runs $120–$3,197 across 7 programs that do publish pricing. Ask this trainer for a written quote before comparing.
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
Private Lessons in Riverside typically runs $120–$3,197 across 7 programs that do publish pricing. Ask this trainer for a written quote before comparing.
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
Private Lessons in Riverside typically runs $120–$3,197 across 7 programs that do publish pricing. Ask this trainer for a written quote before comparing.
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
Private Lessons in Riverside typically runs $120–$3,197 across 7 programs that do publish pricing. Ask this trainer for a written quote before comparing.
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
Private Lessons in Riverside typically runs $120–$3,197 across 7 programs that do publish pricing. Ask this trainer for a written quote before comparing.
| Program | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pet Domestication | Not published | — |
| I.G.P. Sport Dog Training | Not published | — |
| Basic Obedience | Not published | — |
| Advance Obedience | Not published | — |
| Show Dog Ring Training | Not published | — |
The site explicitly describes a force-free training philosophy. Whether they accept dogs with aggression or bite histories isn't addressed.
Method: Reward-based
Uses rewards and positive reinforcement only, without corrections or aversive tools.
Certifications: Not specified on their website
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Twenty years in business operating from a dedicated training facility in Riverside. They claim guaranteed results, though specific terms aren't detailed. Insurance, certifications, and staffing arrangements aren't listed.
Facility: Training facility
Owner visits: not specified on their website.
Video updates: not specified on their website.
Overnight staffing: not specified on their website.
Insurance: not specified on their website.
Guarantee: Advertises guaranteed results
Waitlist: not specified on their website.
Dogs per trainer: not specified on their website.
Booking: Phone only
Price: Golden State K-9 Training Academy does not publish board & train pricing. Across Riverside, 20 programs publish prices from about $98 to $3,726.
Reviews: Golden State K-9 Training Academy shows 4.5★ from 29 Google reviews among 7 published Riverside programs.
Transparency: This listing scores 43 out of 100 (price 0%, program clarity 50%). 3 of 7 Riverside listings show certifications; this business does not list certifications.
The El Sobrante Road address sits in a semi-rural area of western Riverside County. Parking and accessibility information aren't published.
12235 El Sobrante Rd, Riverside, CA
Friday: Open 24 hours
Monday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
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