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This IN-PERSON class is perfect for starting foundational training or as a solid refresher to reinforce your dog’s progress. Our Level 1: Foundation course uses positive reinforcement to help you build essential skills, including foundational cues, leash walking, recall, and effective communication—strengthening your bond and supporting your dog’s training journey.   Location Training takes place at our facility, in the heart of the mission, where we are connected to the SPCA. 243 Alabama St, San Francisco, 94103 There is plenty of free, unrestricted parking in front of our facility.     Online Google Classroom In addition to the in-person training, all students also receive an invitation to an online google classroom on the first day of class. The classroom is populated with additional learning materials, videos, tutorials, and exercises for each class!     CANCELLATION/ MAKE-UP POLICY: In you enroll in this class, you assume full responsibility for dates/times. Making up missed days in different classes is unfortunately not doable. However, you will be enrolled in the Google Classroom and will have all the materials for each class: homework, instructions, and tutorial videos so you can continue training even if you miss a day!     REFUND POLICY: Refunds for a class may be able to be met if requested 7 days before the class start date. If a class is refunded there is a 20% restocking fee. Once a class has started, we unfortunately cannot refund; exceptions will be made on a case-by-case basis. PLEASE BE SURE TO CAREFULLY READ TO FULLY UNDERSTAND THE CLASS SCHEDULE AND YOUR SCHEDULE TO COMMIT TO TRAINING. IF THERE ARE QUESTIONS PLEASE LET US KNOW! We look forward to learning and growing with your beloved pup!
This IN-PERSON class is perfect for starting foundational training or as a solid refresher to reinforce your dog’s progress. Our Level 1: Foundation course uses positive reinforcement to help you build essential skills, including foundational cues, leash walking, recall, and effective communication—strengthening your bond and supporting your dog’s training journey.   Location Training takes place at our facility, in the heart of the mission, where we are connected to the SPCA. 243 Alabama St, San Francisco, 94103 There is plenty of free, unrestricted parking in front of our facility.     Online Google Classroom In addition to the in-person training, all students also receive an invitation to an online google classroom on the first day of class. The classroom is populated with additional learning materials, videos, tutorials, and exercises for each class!     CANCELLATION/ MAKE-UP POLICY: In you enroll in this class, you assume full responsibility for dates/times. Making up missed days in different classes is unfortunately not doable. However, you will be enrolled in the Google Classroom and will have all the materials for each class: homework, instructions, and tutorial videos so you can continue training even if you miss a day!     REFUND POLICY: Refunds for a class may be able to be met if requested 7 days before the class start date. If a class is refunded there is a 20% restocking fee. Once a class has started, we unfortunately cannot refund; exceptions will be made on a case-by-case basis. PLEASE BE SURE TO CAREFULLY READ TO FULLY UNDERSTAND THE CLASS SCHEDULE AND YOUR SCHEDULE TO COMMIT TO TRAINING. IF THERE ARE QUESTIONS PLEASE LET US KNOW! We look forward to learning and growing with your beloved pup!
This IN-PERSON class is perfect for starting foundational training or as a solid refresher to reinforce your dog’s progress. Our Level 1: Foundation course uses positive reinforcement to help you build essential skills, including foundational cues, leash walking, recall, and effective communication—strengthening your bond and supporting your dog’s training journey.   Location Training takes place at our facility, in the heart of the mission, where we are connected to the SPCA. 243 Alabama St, San Francisco, 94103 There is plenty of free, unrestricted parking in front of our facility.     Online Google Classroom In addition to the in-person training, all students also receive an invitation to an online google classroom on the first day of class. The classroom is populated with additional learning materials, videos, tutorials, and exercises for each class!     CANCELLATION/ MAKE-UP POLICY: In you enroll in this class, you assume full responsibility for dates/times. Making up missed days in different classes is unfortunately not doable. However, you will be enrolled in the Google Classroom and will have all the materials for each class: homework, instructions, and tutorial videos so you can continue training even if you miss a day!     REFUND POLICY: Refunds for a class may be able to be met if requested 7 days before the class start date. If a class is refunded there is a 20% restocking fee. Once a class has started, we unfortunately cannot refund; exceptions will be made on a case-by-case basis. PLEASE BE SURE TO CAREFULLY READ TO FULLY UNDERSTAND THE CLASS SCHEDULE AND YOUR SCHEDULE TO COMMIT TO TRAINING. IF THERE ARE QUESTIONS PLEASE LET US KNOW! We look forward to learning and growing with your beloved pup!
This IN-PERSON class is perfect for starting foundational training or as a solid refresher to reinforce your dog’s progress. Our Level 1: Foundation course uses positive reinforcement to help you build essential skills, including foundational cues, leash walking, recall, and effective communication—strengthening your bond and supporting your dog’s training journey.   Location Training takes place at our facility, in the heart of the mission, where we are connected to the SPCA. 243 Alabama St, San Francisco, 94103 There is plenty of free, unrestricted parking in front of our facility.     Online Google Classroom In addition to the in-person training, all students also receive an invitation to an online google classroom on the first day of class. The classroom is populated with additional learning materials, videos, tutorials, and exercises for each class!     CANCELLATION/ MAKE-UP POLICY: In you enroll in this class, you assume full responsibility for dates/times. Making up missed days in different classes is unfortunately not doable. However, you will be enrolled in the Google Classroom and will have all the materials for each class: homework, instructions, and tutorial videos so you can continue training even if you miss a day!     REFUND POLICY: Refunds for a class may be able to be met if requested 7 days before the class start date. If a class is refunded there is a 20% restocking fee. Once a class has started, we unfortunately cannot refund; exceptions will be made on a case-by-case basis. PLEASE BE SURE TO CAREFULLY READ TO FULLY UNDERSTAND THE CLASS SCHEDULE AND YOUR SCHEDULE TO COMMIT TO TRAINING. IF THERE ARE QUESTIONS PLEASE LET US KNOW! We look forward to learning and growing with your beloved pup!
This IN-PERSON class is perfect for starting foundational training or as a solid refresher to reinforce your dog’s progress. Our Level 1: Foundation course uses positive reinforcement to help you build essential skills, including foundational cues, leash walking, recall, and effective communication—strengthening your bond and supporting your dog’s training journey.   Location Training takes place at our facility, in the heart of the mission, where we are connected to the SPCA. 243 Alabama St, San Francisco, 94103 There is plenty of free, unrestricted parking in front of our facility.     Online Google Classroom In addition to the in-person training, all students also receive an invitation to an online google classroom on the first day of class. The classroom is populated with additional learning materials, videos, tutorials, and exercises for each class!     CANCELLATION/ MAKE-UP POLICY: In you enroll in this class, you assume full responsibility for dates/times. Making up missed days in different classes is unfortunately not doable. However, you will be enrolled in the Google Classroom and will have all the materials for each class: homework, instructions, and tutorial videos so you can continue training even if you miss a day!     REFUND POLICY: Refunds for a class may be able to be met if requested 7 days before the class start date. If a class is refunded there is a 20% restocking fee. Once a class has started, we unfortunately cannot refund; exceptions will be made on a case-by-case basis. PLEASE BE SURE TO CAREFULLY READ TO FULLY UNDERSTAND THE CLASS SCHEDULE AND YOUR SCHEDULE TO COMMIT TO TRAINING. IF THERE ARE QUESTIONS PLEASE LET US KNOW! We look forward to learning and growing with your beloved pup!
This IN-PERSON class is perfect for starting foundational training or as a solid refresher to reinforce your dog’s progress. Our Level 1: Foundation course uses positive reinforcement to help you build essential skills, including foundational cues, leash walking, recall, and effective communication—strengthening your bond and supporting your dog’s training journey.   Location Training takes place at our facility, in the heart of the mission, where we are connected to the SPCA. 243 Alabama St, San Francisco, 94103 There is plenty of free, unrestricted parking in front of our facility.     Online Google Classroom In addition to the in-person training, all students also receive an invitation to an online google classroom on the first day of class. The classroom is populated with additional learning materials, videos, tutorials, and exercises for each class!     CANCELLATION/ MAKE-UP POLICY: In you enroll in this class, you assume full responsibility for dates/times. Making up missed days in different classes is unfortunately not doable. However, you will be enrolled in the Google Classroom and will have all the materials for each class: homework, instructions, and tutorial videos so you can continue training even if you miss a day!     REFUND POLICY: Refunds for a class may be able to be met if requested 7 days before the class start date. If a class is refunded there is a 20% restocking fee. Once a class has started, we unfortunately cannot refund; exceptions will be made on a case-by-case basis. PLEASE BE SURE TO CAREFULLY READ TO FULLY UNDERSTAND THE CLASS SCHEDULE AND YOUR SCHEDULE TO COMMIT TO TRAINING. IF THERE ARE QUESTIONS PLEASE LET US KNOW! We look forward to learning and growing with your beloved pup!
Puppy First Steps is the perfect start for pups 25 weeks or younger. In this 3-week class, you and your puppy will learn about: Foundation Leash Walking – Teaching your puppy to walk comfortably on a leash Basic Cues – Sits, Downs, Attention to Name, and lots more. Alone Time & Settling – Helping your puppy learn to relax and be comfortable alone or on their mat/crate. Creating Positive Associations – Building confidence and joy in new situations, people, and environments.   Location Class is held in our facility, located in the heart of the mission, next to the SPCA. 243 Alabama St, San Francisco, 94103     Online Google Classroom All Students receive an invitation to an online google classroom the first day of class. The classroom is populated with additional learning materials, videos, tutorials, and exercises for each class!     CANCELLATION/ MAKE-UP POLICY: In you enroll in this class, you assume full responsibility for dates/times. Making up missed days in different classes is unfortunately not doable. However, you will be enrolled in the google classroom that will have all materials for each class: homework, instructions, and tutorial videos so you can continue training even if you miss a day!     REFUND POLICY: Refund for a class may be able to be met if requested 7 days before class start date. If a class is refunded there is a 20% restocking fee. Once a class has started, we unfortunately cannot refund; exceptions will be made on a case by case basis. PLEASE BE SURE TO CAREFULLY READ TO FULLY UNDERSTAND THE CLASS SCHEDULE AND YOUR SCHEDULE TO COMMIT TO TRAINING. IF THERE ARE QUESTIONS PLEASE LET US KNOW! We look forward to learning and growing with your beloved pup!
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Primepaw Dog Training: San Francisco's BEST! — Dog Training in San Francisco, CA

Primepaw Dog Training: San Francisco's BEST! is a dog training business in San Francisco, California offering private lessons, in-home training, and group classes, working from a dedicated training facility. They describe their approach as reward-based training, take aggression cases by assessment, and publish pricing from $60 per session to $1,200.

San Francisco, CA • Training facility • 4.8 ★ (209 Google reviews)

Verified listing

Last reviewed: Sep 6, 2026

Transparency Score

94 / 100

Highly transparent

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Price transparency
100%
Method transparency
100%
Program clarity
77%

About Primepaw Dog Training: San Francisco's BEST!

Based on what the business publishes about itself

PrimePaw operates a training facility in San Francisco's Mission District, adjacent to the local SPCA. Their trainers hold CPDT-KA certification, and the business claims to have worked with more than 4,000 dogs and families in the area. Class sizes are kept small, four to six dogs maximum, which they say allows for more individualized attention.

The approach described on their site centers on positive reinforcement and what they call science-backed methods, with an emphasis on building trust between dogs and owners rather than relying on punishment. Programs range from puppy classes covering socialization and early development to a dedicated reactive dog course limited to four dogs per session. They also offer private in-home training, facility-based lessons, and trainer-led off-leash group walks at a local park with pickup and drop-off included.

According to their website, PrimePaw provides group class students access to an online classroom with supplementary videos and materials. They offer a free initial consultation. The facility has free parking directly in front, a practical detail for anyone navigating the city with a dog in tow.

What dog training programs does Primepaw Dog Training: San Francisco's BEST! offer?

Primepaw Dog Training offers an unusually broad lineup, from $25 puppy socials for under-vaccinated pups to a six-session Puppy Kindergarten at $900. Reactive dogs get a dedicated four-week course called Barky, Pulley, Lungy ($325), and day training runs $120–$160 with boarding included. Private sessions, in-home training, and group foundations classes round things out, with clear age and vaccination requirements posted for each.

Private Training

$585 per course

This fully personalized training addresses specific behavioral challenges like leash reactivity and alone time issues, delivered through a customized behavior plan.

Sessions occur in the client's home or at the PrimePaw facility, sold in packages of one-hour sessions.

Best for: Dogs of any age with specific behavioral challenges.

Requirements: All ages

Duration: 3 sessions

Focus: Leash reactivity, Separation anxiety, Basic obedience

Doggy Day Training

$120–$160 per day

This add-on gives dogs extra one-on-one time with a trainer during their regular daycare day, working on leash walking, engagement, and basic cues while still allowing playtime.

A trainer works individually with the dog during a full or half day of daycare.

Best for: Dogs of all ages already enrolled in daycare, fully vaccinated.

Requirements: Full vaccinations required; reactive dogs encouraged to inquire about private training first

Focus: Basic obedience, Leash training

Includes: Boarding included

Puppy First Steps Academy

$1,200

This in-home package combines four private lessons, four puppy social hours, and a four-week facility group class into a complete early-development program with a customized plan.

A trainer visits the home for private sessions in addition to social hours and a group class at the facility.

Best for: Under-vaccinated puppies who cannot yet be around fully vaccinated dogs.

Requirements: Ideal for under-vaccinated puppies, 8–18 weeks

Duration: 4 weeks

Focus: Puppy training, Socialization, Basic obedience

Walk N Train

$150 per session

Duration: 75 sessions

Focus: Leash training, Basic obedience

Puppy Socials

$25 per session

This one-hour session provides gentle, stress-free exposure to other puppies and people for under-vaccinated puppies, with guardian education included.

Up to six puppies attend a supervised one-hour social session at the facility.

Best for: Under-vaccinated puppies aged 8–18 weeks.

Requirements: Under-vaccinated puppies only, 8–18 weeks

Duration: 1 session

Focus: Puppy training, Socialization

Puppy First Steps

$280 per course

This beginner group course covers sleep schedules, potty training, reading body language, and basic behaviors like sit and down for new puppy guardians.

Puppies attend four weekly one-hour group classes of up to six puppies at the facility.

Best for: New puppies aged 8–18 weeks whose guardians are new to training.

Requirements: For puppies 8–18 weeks / pups 25 weeks or younger

Duration: 4 weeks

Focus: Puppy training, Socialization, Leash training, Basic obedience

Level 1: Foundations

$280 per course

This foundational group course helps build clear communication between owner and dog, covering loose leash walking, positive associations, and common home behavior issues.

Dogs and owners attend four weekly group classes of up to six dogs at the facility.

Best for: Dogs of any age, including adolescents needing a refresher.

Requirements: All ages

Duration: 4 weeks

Focus: Basic obedience, Leash training

Barky, Pulley, Lungy

$325 per course

This specialized course uses positive reinforcement to teach leash handling, trigger and threshold management, and calm walking strategies for reactive dogs in a small, controlled group.

Up to four dogs and their guardians attend a small group course focused on managing reactivity.

Best for: Reactive dogs of any age.

Requirements: Reactive dogs only, all ages

Duration: 4 weeks

Focus: Leash reactivity, Fear & anxiety

Puppy Kindergarten

$900 per course

This program uses supervised play groups and settling/enrichment hours to build socialization and confidence in adolescent puppies, and includes free loose leash walking workshops.

Puppies attend controlled play groups and settling hours at the facility across 6 or 12 sessions.

Best for: Fully vaccinated puppies up to one year old.

Requirements: For fully vaccinated puppies, 1 year or younger

Duration: 6 sessions

Package: $1,600 for a 12-class package

Focus: Puppy training, Socialization

Loose Leash Walking

$60 per session

This drop-in class builds better leash manners in real-world walking scenarios, practicing attention, focus, and navigating space around other dogs and people.

Up to six dogs attend a single drop-in session held every Friday.

Best for: Dogs needing practical leash walking skills; not recommended for reactive dogs.

Requirements: Reactive dogs are not encouraged to apply

Focus: Leash training

How much does Primepaw Dog Training: San Francisco's BEST! cost?

Every program lists exact pricing upfront, a rarity. Group classes range from $25 per session to $900 for a full course, private training starts at $585 for three sessions, and in-home options run $150–$1,200 depending on format. Day training falls in the $120–$160 per day range.

Private Lessons pricing

Private Lessons pricing at Primepaw Dog Training: San Francisco's BEST! in San Francisco, CA
ProgramPriceLength
Private Training$585 per course3 sessions
Doggy Day Training$120–$160 per dayNot stated

In-Home Training pricing

In-Home Training pricing at Primepaw Dog Training: San Francisco's BEST! in San Francisco, CA
ProgramPriceLength
Puppy First Steps Academy$1,2004 weeks
Walk N Train$150 per session75 sessions

Group Classes pricing

Group Classes pricing at Primepaw Dog Training: San Francisco's BEST! in San Francisco, CA
ProgramPriceLength
Puppy Socials$25 per session1 session
Puppy First Steps$280 per course4 weeks
Level 1: Foundations$280 per course4 weeks
Barky, Pulley, Lungy$325 per course4 weeks
Puppy Kindergarten$900 per course$1,600 for a 12-class package6 sessions
Loose Leash Walking$60 per sessionNot stated

What training methods does Primepaw Dog Training: San Francisco's BEST! use?

The program explicitly describes itself as force-free. Aggression and bite-history cases are considered individually rather than accepted or refused outright.

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

Where does Primepaw Dog Training: San Francisco's BEST! offer dog training?

Primepaw Dog Training: San Francisco's BEST! operates from a dedicated training facility in San Francisco, CA, offering private lessons, group classes, and in-home training at the client's home.

Their site says they san Francisco dog owners, including first-time puppy owners, families in apartments/urban settings, and owners of reactive or rescue dogs.

Training facility located in San Francisco's Mission District, adjacent to the SPCA.

The facility is at 243 Alabama St in the Mission District, zip code 94103. Parking and accessibility information aren't listed on the site.

How does Primepaw Dog Training: San Francisco's BEST! compare with other San Francisco dog trainers?

Barklen analysis

Barklen analysis based on 13 published San Francisco listings (46 with published pricing). These comparisons are computed by Barklen, not claims made by Primepaw Dog Training: San Francisco's BEST!.

Price: entry price within the published San Francisco range for private lessons ($120–$585 vs. $66–$153); entry price within the published San Francisco range for in-home training ($150–$1,200 vs. $133–$172); entry price below the published San Francisco range for group classes ($25–$900 vs. $294–$378).

Reviews: 4.8★ from 209 Google reviews, among 13 published San Francisco programs.

Transparency: 94 out of 100 (highly transparent), with 100% price transparency and 77% program clarity. 5 of 13 San Francisco listings show certifications; this business lists CPDT-KA.

Published prices at Primepaw Dog Training: San Francisco's BEST! compared with San Francisco ranges
Program typePrimepaw Dog Training: San Francisco's BEST!San Francisco rangeBarklen read
Private Lessons$120–$585$66–$153 across 5 San Francisco programsEntry price within the published San Francisco range
In-Home Training$150–$1,200$133–$172 across 4 San Francisco programsEntry price within the published San Francisco range
Group Classes$25–$900$294–$378 across 20 San Francisco programsEntry price below the published San Francisco range

What should you ask Primepaw Dog Training: San Francisco's BEST! before booking?

Generated from what their public materials leave open

  • Ask for current pricing on , which are not published online.
  • 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.

Location and hours

243 Alabama St, San Francisco, CA

Monday – Friday
8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday – Sunday
Closed

How Barklen reviewed this listing

Barklen reviewed Primepaw Dog Training: San Francisco's BEST! 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 (owner visits during programs, progress updates, overnight staffing, insurance, guarantee, dogs per trainer, and others) are turned into the questions above rather than filled in.

Last reviewed by Barklen: Sep 6, 2026

What Barklen could verify

Programs listed
10 programs (private lessons, in-home training, group classes)
Published pricing
Published for 9 of 10 programs
Training method
Reward-based
Aggression and reactivity cases
Aggression cases by assessment
Facility
Training facility
Certifications
CPDT-KA
Booking
Contact form
Waitlist
Mentions a waitlist

Contact Primepaw Dog Training: San Francisco's BEST! or request a quote

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