On Site Consults and Lessons
Private one-on-one consults and lessons held on-site at the partner facility Camp Bow Wow San Ramon.
Focus: Basic obedience
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Athens Dog Training San Ramon
Athens Dog Training San Ramon is a dog training business in San Ramon, California offering In-Home Training, Group Classes, and Board and Train.
San Ramon • CA • Uses rented space • 5.0 ★ (3 Google reviews)
Last verified: Sep 5, 2026
Transparency Score
43 / 100
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- Program clarity
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About this program
What they say about themselves
Danny Kimbrell, an Army veteran and CPDT-KA certified trainer, founded Athens Dog Training and runs its board-and-train programs with a particular focus on dogs with bite histories or reactivity toward people. According to their site, he also started a related nonprofit called Real Service Dog Inc. and mentors the business's other trainers in positive reinforcement methods.
The team operates out of a Camp Bow Wow facility in San Ramon rather than a standalone location. Group classes and private consults take place there, with access to an outdoor training yard, agility equipment, and a sanitized indoor room they use for young puppy socialization before dogs are fully vaccinated. Anna, another CPDT-KA on staff, handles in-home training and brings experience rehabilitating rescue dogs, while Mitch focuses on puppy and young-dog work after training under Kimbrell at Camp Bow Wow.
Their site describes the approach as science-based and rooted in positive reinforcement, with trainers aiming to redirect unwanted behavior rather than punish it. Services span group obedience classes, puppy socialization sessions, introductory agility, private lessons, and board-and-train stays where dogs live with trainers. They serve the Tri-Valley and East Bay areas within roughly 20 miles of San Ramon.
Getting started
Consultations and evaluations before you commit to a program.
What does Athens Dog Training San Ramon charge for board and train?
Group classes cover puppies under six months, basic obedience for older dogs, and an intro agility course with jumps and tunnels. In-home training addresses leash reactivity and foundational skills, while board and train requires a consultation first. Dogs 10 months and older must be spayed or neutered to join group sessions.
What board & train costs in San Ramon
We don't have enough published local pricing yet. Ask for a written quote that covers duration, inclusions, and follow-up.
Board and Train
Board and Train
Dogs stay and train with trainers at the facility, working on basic manners, puppy training, barking, house/potty training, and behavior issues including reactivity with people.
The dog stays with trainers at their location and works one-on-one during the program.
Best for: Dogs needing intensive training or with a history of reactivity toward people.
Focus: Basic obedience, Aggression
| Program | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Board and Train | Not published | — |
In-Home Training
In-home Training
One-on-one in-home sessions covering basic manners, puppy training, leash reactivity, and jumpy or mouthy behavior, tailored to the owner's schedule.
A trainer comes to the client's home for customized one-on-one sessions with the dog and owner.
Best for: New dog owners, puppies, and dogs with leash or dog-dog reactivity issues.
Focus: Basic obedience, Leash reactivity, Puppy training
| Program | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| In-home Training | Not published | — |
Group Classes
Group Classes
Group training classes held at the Camp Bow Wow San Ramon location, using positive reinforcement, requiring a free mandatory orientation and up-to-date vaccination records.
Owners attend a required orientation, then bring their dog to weekly classes at the Camp Bow Wow location.
Best for: Dogs and owners interested in a group class setting who meet vaccination and spay/neuter requirements.
Focus: Basic obedience, Socialization
Puppy Social (Dogs under 6 months)
A supervised indoor social session in a sanitized room where young, not-yet-fully-vaccinated puppies can safely play with other puppies and people.
Puppies play together indoors in a controlled, sanitized environment supervised by trainers.
Best for: Puppies under 6 months old who are not yet fully vaccinated.
Focus: Puppy training, Socialization
Puppy Class (Dogs under 6 months)
An introductory obedience class for puppies covering basics along with a strong focus on socialization, plus advice on nipping, chewing, and potty training.
Puppies attend weekly group classes covering intro obedience and socialization with handler guidance.
Best for: Puppies under 6 months old and their new owners.
Focus: Puppy training, Socialization, Basic obedience
Basic Obedience (Dogs over 6 months)
A group class teaching basic cues like sit, down, stay, and come, plus problem-solving for digging, bolting, barking, and biting, with bonding games.
Owners bring their dog weekly to a group class working on cues and common problem behaviors.
Best for: Dogs over 6 months old with little to no previous training.
Focus: Basic obedience
Jumps and Tunnels — Intro to Agility Equipment
An introduction to agility equipment like jumps, hoops, and tunnels, designed to burn off energy and build confidence through socializing and interactive games.
Dogs are introduced to agility obstacles in a group setting on Saturdays.
Best for: Dogs of any age or training level wanting to burn energy or socialize with new equipment.
Focus: Agility & dog sports, Socialization
| Program | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Group Classes | Not published | — |
| Puppy Social (Dogs under 6 months) | Not published | — |
| Puppy Class (Dogs under 6 months) | Not published | — |
| Basic Obedience (Dogs over 6 months) | Not published | — |
| Jumps and Tunnels — Intro to Agility Equipment | Not published | — |
What training methods does Athens Dog Training San Ramon use?
Athens Dog Training San Ramon explicitly identifies as force-free. Aggression cases are considered individually, with a required consultation before board and train enrollment.
Method: Reward-based
Uses rewards and positive reinforcement only, without corrections or aversive tools.
How do we verify Athens Dog Training San Ramon?
Certifications: CPDT-KA
Verification still pending or not yet requested. See our methodology for what verification does and does not mean.
Trust & facility details
The trainer holds a CPDT-KA certification. Insurance, guarantees, and years in business aren't mentioned on the site.
Facility: Uses rented space
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: not specified on their website.
Waitlist: not specified on their website.
Dogs per trainer: not specified on their website.
Booking: Book online
How does Athens Dog Training San Ramon compare in San Ramon?
Price: Athens Dog Training San Ramon does not publish board & train pricing. Across San Ramon, 0 programs publish prices.
Reviews: Athens Dog Training San Ramon shows 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews among 1 published San Ramon programs.
Transparency: This listing scores 43 out of 100 (price 0%, program clarity 50%). 1 of 1 San Ramon listings show certifications; this business lists CPDT-KA.
What to ask Athens Dog Training San Ramon
- They don't publish pricing — ask what a three-week board and train costs and exactly what's included.
- Ask for proof of liability insurance.
- Ask how many dogs each trainer handles at once.
- Ask whether you can visit during the program.
- Ask if anyone is on-site overnight.
Location & hours
Classes take place at a rented facility on Faria Preserve Parkway in San Ramon. Parking and accessibility details aren't published.
2040 Faria Preserve Pkwy, San Ramon, CA
Friday: 10AM-8PM
Monday: 10AM-8PM
Sunday: 10AM-8PM
Tuesday: 10AM-8PM
Saturday: 10AM-8PM
Thursday: 10AM-8PM
Wednesday: 10AM-8PM
Contact / request a quote
Reach out directly or send a quote request through Athens Dog Training San Ramon.
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