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Marvel K9 | Dog Training Academy — Dog Training in Temecula, CA

Marvel K9 | Dog Training Academy is a dog training business in Temecula, California offering board and train, working from a dedicated training facility. They describe their approach as balanced training (rewards and corrections), accept aggression and reactivity cases, and publish pricing from $65 per day.

Temecula, CA • Training facility • 4.9 ★ (83 Google reviews)

Verified listing

Last reviewed: Sep 5, 2026

Transparency Score

50 / 100

Limited information

How clearly this listing publishes the details owners need. See our methodology.

Price transparency: 13%
Method transparency: 100%
Program clarity: 56%

About Marvel K9 | Dog Training Academy

Based on what the business publishes about itself

Francois Massart, who owns Marvel K9 with his wife Erene, describes himself as a third-generation French dog trainer who began learning from his father at age 12. According to his site, he later worked with Danish and French military and police and competed in Mondioring and French Ring sport disciplines. Erene Massart holds French Ring titles with her own dog, serves as a CGC evaluator, and is a member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers.

The business operates from a 20-acre ranch property in Temecula where board-and-train dogs live in the trainers' home rather than a kennel facility. The site describes amenities including a 50-foot dock diving pool, three training fields, and hiking trails. Marvel K9 frames its method as "balanced" training, combining positive reinforcement with what they call non-hurtful corrections adjusted to each dog's temperament.

Their programs cover obedience work from basic on-leash through off-leash reliability, behavior modification for issues like aggression and separation anxiety, and service dog training. They also offer more specialized work including rattlesnake aversion and swimming lessons. The site states they guarantee results and provide in-home follow-up sessions after board-and-train programs conclude. They've been in business since 2005 and serve clients throughout Southern California, with some traveling for longer-distance board-and-train arrangements.

What dog training programs does Marvel K9 | Dog Training Academy offer?

Board and train programs at Marvel K9 | Dog Training Academy span puppy foundations through advanced off-leash work, with dedicated tracks for behavior modification addressing aggression, reactivity, and fear. Follow-up sessions come included with the main training programs. Boarding and daycare round out the offerings for dogs who've completed training.

Boarding

$65 per day

This is an overnight boarding service, not a training program, offering daily care while owners are away, with package options for multiple nights.

The dog stays at the Marvel K9 ranch facility receiving daily care, with package pricing available for 5, 15, or 30 nights.

Best for: Dog owners needing short or long-term boarding, especially while traveling.

Requirements: Discounts Available for Dogs That Complete A Training Program

Duration: 1 day

Package: $310 for a 5-session package

Focus: Basic obedience

Board & Train

Price not published.

Dogs live at the trainer's home for an intensive, structured training experience away from typical home distractions. The program includes frequent short training sessions, socialization opportunities with other dogs and people, and post-graduation in-home visits to help owners implement handling techniques.

The dog stays at the Marvel K9 facility/home for the duration of the program and receives daily structured training, with a handoff/follow-up lesson after graduation.

Best for: Dogs with behavior issues such as aggression, fear, separation anxiety, lunging, or barking, as well as those needing general obedience.

Focus: Basic obedience, Aggression, Leash reactivity, Fear & anxiety

Includes: Follow-up sessions

Puppy First Steps

Price not published.

Focused on early foundational training for puppies, covering obedience basics and potty training.

Best for: Puppies and their new owners starting basic training.

Focus: Puppy training, Basic obedience, Socialization

Basic On leash Training

Price not published.

An adult obedience program focused on basic on-leash manners and control, described as all-inclusive with tools to continue training at home.

Best for: Adult dogs needing basic on-leash obedience.

Focus: Basic obedience, Leash training

Advanced Off Leash

Price not published.

An advanced obedience program building on basic training to achieve reliable off-leash control.

Best for: Dogs that have completed prior obedience training and are ready for off-leash reliability.

Focus: Advanced obedience, Recall & off-leash

Behavior Modification

Price not published.

A program addressing aggressive and problematic dog behaviors, aiming to give owners better control.

Best for: Dogs displaying aggressive behavior.

Focus: Aggression, Leash reactivity, Fear & anxiety

The Academy Program

Price not published.

A comprehensive training track spanning from puppyhood through advanced off-leash obedience.

Best for: Owners wanting a full training progression from puppy stage to advanced off-leash skills.

Focus: Puppy training, Basic obedience, Advanced obedience, Recall & off-leash

Doggy Day Care

Price not published.

A daycare service for dogs at the facility; not described as a training program.

Focus: Socialization

How much does Marvel K9 | Dog Training Academy cost?

Only boarding publishes rates: $65 per day, or $310 for a five-day package. Training program prices aren't listed on the site and require a consultation to learn.

Board and Train pricing

Board and Train pricing at Marvel K9 | Dog Training Academy in Temecula, CA
Program	Price	Length
Boarding	$65 per day$310 for a 5-session package	1 day
Board & Train	Not published	Not stated
Puppy First Steps	Not published	Not stated
Basic On leash Training	Not published	Not stated
Advanced Off Leash	Not published	Not stated
Behavior Modification	Not published	Not stated
The Academy Program	Not published	Not stated
Doggy Day Care	Not published	Not stated

Consultations and evaluations

Free Evaluation: Free

What training methods does Marvel K9 | Dog Training Academy use?

They describe their approach as balanced training and openly accept dogs with aggression cases. Specific tools or techniques aren't detailed on the site.

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

Who runs Marvel K9 | Dog Training Academy?

As described in the business's own materials

Francois Massart, Owner

According to their site, a third-generation French dog trainer who began learning the craft from his father at age 12 after early exposure to bite-suit work at age 7. He later worked internationally with law enforcement, including Danish and French military and police, and competed in Mondioring and French Ring.

Erene Massart, Co-owner

According to their site, began training dogs at 16, volunteering with rescue groups and the Humane Society, and worked in law for eight years before leaving to pursue dog training full time. She now focuses on canine nutrition, fitness, and conditioning, and competes with her own dog in French Ring, Mondioring, and obedience.

Credentials listed on their site: French Ring - Ring I title with dog 'Mega', French Ring - Brevet title with dog 'Mega', Member of Association of Professional Dog Trainers, Member of North American Ringsport Association, Member of United States Mondioring Association, and CGC Evaluator. Barklen has not independently verified these.

Where does Marvel K9 | Dog Training Academy offer dog training?

Marvel K9 | Dog Training Academy operates from a dedicated training facility in Temecula, CA, offering board and train stays at their facility.

Their site says they dog owners throughout Southern California, with services centered in Temecula and extending to Murrieta, Menifee, Winchester, Canyon Lake, Fallbrook, Oceanside, Carlsbad, Encinitas, Solana Beach, Del Mar, Escondido, Camp Pendleton, San Diego, Vista, San Clemente, and nearby areas; they also mention offering long-distance board and train and traveling for teaching seminars.

A 20-acre ranch property in Temecula, California, used for training, boarding, and recreation, described as a home-away-from-home for boarded dogs.

The facility sits on De Portola Road in Temecula. Parking availability, property layout, and accessibility features aren't described on the site.

How does Marvel K9 | Dog Training Academy compare with other Temecula dog trainers?

Barklen analysis

Barklen analysis based on 6 published Temecula listings (15 with published pricing). These comparisons are computed by Barklen, not claims made by Marvel K9 | Dog Training Academy.

Price: 98% below the Temecula midpoint at entry price for board and train ($65 vs. $1,700–$7,950).

Reviews: 4.9★ from 83 Google reviews, among 6 published Temecula programs.

Transparency: 50 out of 100 (limited information), with 13% price transparency and 56% program clarity. 1 of 6 Temecula listings show certifications; this business lists AKC CGC Evaluator.

Published prices at Marvel K9 | Dog Training Academy compared with Temecula ranges
Program type	Marvel K9 \| Dog Training Academy	Temecula range	Barklen read
Board and Train	$65	$1,700–$7,950 across 9 Temecula programs	98% below the Temecula midpoint at entry price

What should you ask Marvel K9 | Dog Training Academy before booking?

Generated from what their public materials leave open

Ask for current pricing on Board & Train, Puppy First Steps, and Basic On leash Training, which are not published online.
Ask for proof of liability insurance.
Ask which training tools, if any, they use and when.
Ask whether you can visit your dog during a board and train stay.
Ask if anyone is on-site overnight.
Ask how many dogs each trainer handles at once.

Location and hours

45205 De Portola Rd, Temecula, CA

Monday – Sunday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM

How Barklen reviewed this listing

Barklen reviewed Marvel K9 | Dog Training Academy 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, overnight staffing, insurance, dogs per trainer, and waitlist) are turned into the questions above rather than filled in.

Last reviewed by Barklen: Sep 5, 2026