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SF Dog Connect
SF Dog Connect is a dog training business in San Francisco, California offering Private Lessons.
San Francisco • CA • 5.0 ★ (2 Google reviews)
Last verified: Sep 6, 2026
Transparency Score
17 / 100
Minimal information
How clearly this listing publishes the details owners need. See our methodology.
- Price transparency
- 0%
- Method transparency
- 35%
- Program clarity
- 25%
About this program
What they say about themselves
Beverly Ulbrich founded SF Dog Connect and, according to her site, personally handled every client session rather than delegating to other trainers. She holds AKC evaluator certification and has tested dogs for therapy certification programs. Her site notes partnerships with Bay Area rescue organizations including East Bay SPCA and SF Animal Care and Control over the business's 16 years of operation.
The business focused exclusively on private, one-on-one training—no group classes. Sessions took place at Ulbrich's home, the client's home, or local dog parks depending on the situation. Her site describes an approach centered on improving communication between owner and dog, framing behavioral issues as stemming from that relationship rather than from the dog alone.
SF Dog Connect worked with puppies as young as eight weeks on basics like housebreaking and socialization, and also took on behavior modification cases involving aggression, separation anxiety, and reactivity. The site claims Ulbrich worked with over 2,500 dogs during her years in San Francisco. Note that the business officially closed in 2024, so this profile reflects historical information rather than current availability.
Getting started
Consultations and evaluations before you commit to a program.
What does SF Dog Connect charge for board and train?
Private lessons cover puppy foundations (starting at 8 weeks), basic and advanced obedience, and behavior modification for issues like aggression, reactivity, and resource guarding. SF Dog Connect also addresses separation anxiety and fear-based behaviors. Session lengths and package structures aren't published on the site.
What board & train costs in San Francisco
Private sessions in San Francisco sit around a $150 median among listings that publish prices. Ask what a full program would cost for your dog.
Private Lessons
Puppy Training
Best for: Puppies can start training as early as 8 weeks old
Focus: Puppy training, Socialization, Separation anxiety, Basic obedience
Private Lessons in San Francisco typically runs $90–$800 across 11 programs that do publish pricing. Ask this trainer for a written quote before comparing.
Obedience Training
Focus: Basic obedience, Advanced obedience
Private Lessons in San Francisco typically runs $90–$800 across 11 programs that do publish pricing. Ask this trainer for a written quote before comparing.
Behavior Modification
Focus: Aggression, Fear & anxiety, Resource guarding, Separation anxiety, Leash reactivity
Private Lessons in San Francisco typically runs $90–$800 across 11 programs that do publish pricing. Ask this trainer for a written quote before comparing.
| Program | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Puppy Training | Not published | — |
| Obedience Training | Not published | — |
| Behavior Modification | Not published | — |
What training methods does SF Dog Connect use?
The site uses general language about their approach without naming specific techniques or tools. They do accept dogs with aggression and reactivity histories, which suggests experience with more challenging cases.
Method: Method unclear
Their website describes their approach in general terms without specifying which methods or tools they use.
How do we verify SF Dog Connect?
Certifications: Not specified on their website
Verification still pending or not yet requested. See our methodology for what verification does and does not mean.
Trust & facility details
In business for 16 years, and their site claims guaranteed results. No certifications, insurance information, or facility details are listed.
Facility: not specified on their website.
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
How does SF Dog Connect compare in San Francisco?
Price: SF Dog Connect does not publish board & train pricing. Across San Francisco, 46 programs publish prices from about $68 to $783.
Reviews: SF Dog Connect shows 5.0★ from 2 Google reviews among 13 published San Francisco programs.
Transparency: This listing scores 17 out of 100 (price 0%, program clarity 25%). 5 of 13 San Francisco listings show certifications; this business does not list certifications.
What to ask SF Dog Connect
- They don't publish pricing — ask what a three-week board and train costs and exactly what's included.
- Ask which certifications their trainers hold and who issued them.
- Ask for proof of liability insurance.
- Ask how many dogs each trainer handles at once.
- Their site describes their approach in general terms — ask which specific methods and tools they use.
Location & hours
The 28th Street address is in San Francisco's Noe Valley area. Parking availability and whether sessions happen at this location or in clients' homes isn't specified.
642 28th St, San Francisco, CA
Friday: 10AM-9PM
Monday: 10AM-9PM
Sunday: 12-6PM
Tuesday: 10AM-9PM
Saturday: 12-6PM
Thursday: 10AM-9PM
Wednesday: 10AM-9PM
Contact / request a quote
Reach out directly or send a quote request through SF Dog Connect.
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