Board and Train in San Francisco, CA 3 Businesses

Board and train in San Francisco, California: 3 businesses serving local owners. Of those, 1 allow owner visits during the stay and 0 have overnight staffing on site. Published weekly pricing is still limited — request quotes before you book.

Last updated: Sep 6, 2026

Group training class with puppies and handlers
Top Dog SF
San Francisco, CA
Score 93

Small-dog daycare for under-25-lb pups, private ranch outings as an alternative to city dog parks, and AKC S.T.A.R. puppy classes since 2004

4.9(104 Google Reviews)

Group Classes include two 5-week AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy courses at $300 each—Preschool 101 for puppies 8 weeks to 5 months, and Kindergarten 201 for 5 months to 1 year. Puppy Socials run $35 per session. Board and Train offers a 4-week Puppy Head Start for 2–6 month puppies, $1,525 to $2,015. In-Home Training is $125 per session, with a 5-session package at $600 or a 6-session package at $700.

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Two Australian shepherd puppies sitting on grass. The word "Learn" is in large font in the foreground.
SF Puppy Prep
San Francisco, CA

Puppy day school and outdoor education programs designed around San Francisco's urban environment, with small class sizes and real-world city training

4.7(100 Google Reviews)

Group Classes run 4 to 6 weeks at $300$400 per course, covering levels from puppy fundamentals through Canine Good Citizen certification. Puppy Socials are also offered as Group Classes, though pricing isn't published. In-Home Training is available at $165 per session, recommended for shy or reactive puppies, with an Outdoor Education option for adolescent dogs at unpublished pricing. Board and Train focuses on puppies 8–18 weeks; pricing is available on request.

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Stanfur'd k9 - Dog Training
San Francisco, CA

25 years of competition experience in obedience, herding, and agility; board and train dogs live in trainer's home with weekly outings to stores and parks

4.9(133 Google Reviews)

Board and Train runs 3 weeks and includes follow-up and handoff sessions, with dogs accepted from 10 weeks of age. In-Home Training brings lessons to your home, while Group Classes offer a social learning environment. Private Lessons provide focused one-on-one work, and Virtual Training is available for remote coaching. Pricing for all five program types is available on request—contact the trainer directly for current rates and scheduling availability.

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How much does board and train cost in San Francisco, CA?

Local board and train totals vary with program length. Use the table for published San Francisco ranges; request a written quote when a length band has few samples.

Board and train totals in San Francisco by program length
Program lengthLow totalHigh total
1–2 weeks
3–4 weeks
5+ weeks

What should you ask before booking a board and train in San Francisco?

Ask about overnight staffing, whether owner visits are allowed, how many dogs each trainer handles, which methods and tools are used, whether handoff sessions are included, and what happens if your dog is not a fit mid-program. Clear answers matter more than a polished sales page.

Why do dogs regress after board and train?

Regression after board and train is the most common complaint because skills learned in a training kennel do not automatically transfer to your home. Plan for owner coaching, structured handoff sessions, and a realistic homework plan. See our methodology for how we evaluate program transparency.

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How much does board and train cost in San Francisco, CA?

Published pricing is still limited — request quotes. Compare the listings above for San Francisco board and train options.

How many board and train providers are in San Francisco?

3 published businesses in San Francisco, CA offer board and train.

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Verified badges appear when confirmation checks are complete. Always confirm current availability and policies directly with the trainer.