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Fuzzy Wolf Canine Behavioral Training is a dog training business in Santa Clara, California offering Private Lessons and Group Classes, with published programs from $225.
Santa Clara • CA • Mobile / travels to you • 5.0 ★ (1 Google reviews)
Last verified: Sep 5, 2026
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What they say about themselves
Jimi Dixon, who runs Fuzzy Wolf Canine Behavioral Training, describes herself as a dog behaviorist and "facilitator" whose primary focus is training the humans rather than the dogs. According to her site, she grew up around animals in rural Colorado and spent years informally training dogs before developing her own approach. Her background includes volunteer work with German Shepherd Rescue of Northern California, Wheaton Terrier Rescue, NORCAL Boxer Rescue, and Northern California Search and Rescue, along with work alongside Palo Alto Animal Control and the Santa Cruz County Sheriff's office.
The training philosophy centers on the idea that dogs reflect the energy and leadership of their owners. Dixon claims she can produce visible changes in a dog's behavior simply by adjusting an owner's posture or emotional state—a claim worth evaluating during any initial consultation. She emphasizes understanding canine body language and calm, confident leadership over verbal commands or what she calls "babying" dogs.
Fuzzy Wolf serves dog owners in the Santa Clara area through private in-home sessions, addressing issues like barking, jumping, fear responses, guarding, and aggression. Dixon also advocates strongly for early puppy socialization during the 8-16 week window and has organized informal group meetups in local parks. Her stated goal is keeping dogs in their homes rather than seeing them rehomed—she's written for the Los Altos Town Crier advocating for community puppy socialization spaces.
Consultations and evaluations before you commit to a program.
This is a single paid visit where the trainer assesses the dog and provides recommendations for a training plan.
Best for: Owners wanting an initial evaluation and advice before committing to a full package.
Duration: 1 sessions
Focus: Basic obedience
Private lessons come in two packages: a 6-session course ($450) for first-time owners or puppies, and a 3-session option ($225) for tune-ups or single issues. Fuzzy Wolf Canine Behavioral Training also offers group classes focused on socialization and basic obedience, though pricing for those isn't listed.
Private sessions work out to $75 per lesson across both packages. Group class pricing requires contacting them directly.
A six-session package covering canine body language, building trust and respect, play-based practice, and core obedience commands like sit, stay, down, come, and leash walking.
Sessions take place at the client's home, a dog park, or another requested location.
Best for: Aimed at first-time dog or puppy owners.
Focus: Basic obedience, Leash training, Puppy training
Duration: 6 sessions; 6-session package $450
A shorter three-session package intended as a tune-up for dogs needing focused work on a single issue, such as leash walking or potty training review.
Sessions are delivered at the client's home or another requested location.
Best for: Dogs needing a refresher or help with one specific skill.
Focus: Basic obedience, Leash training
Duration: 3 sessions; 3-session package $225
| Program | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 6 Class Package | $450 per program | 6 sessions |
| 3 Class Package | $225 per program | 3 sessions |
Informal get-togethers held in public parks where multiple dogs and their owners can train and socialize together, allowing clients to bring friends and split costs.
Sessions are held outdoors in public parks rather than a dedicated facility.
Best for: Owners who want to combine training with socialization opportunities for their dogs.
Focus: Socialization, Basic obedience, Puppy training
| Program | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Group Classes | Not published | — |
The site uses general language about training philosophy without naming specific techniques or tools. They do indicate they work with aggression cases.
Method: Method unclear
Their website describes their approach in general terms without specifying which methods or tools they use.
Certifications: Not specified on their website
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This is a mobile training service, so sessions happen at the owner's location. Certifications, insurance, and guarantee terms aren't published on the site.
Facility: Mobile / travels to you
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: Contact form
Price: Fuzzy Wolf Canine Behavioral Training does not publish board & train pricing. Across Santa Clara, 2 programs publish prices.
Reviews: Fuzzy Wolf Canine Behavioral Training shows 5.0★ from 1 Google reviews among 2 published Santa Clara programs.
Transparency: This listing scores 59 out of 100 (price 67%, program clarity 73%). Certification disclosure is still sparse in this city.
Sessions are conducted at client homes throughout the Santa Clara area, with the business address listed on Jackson Street.
796 Jackson St, Santa Clara, CA
Hours: Not specified on their website
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