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alpha one canine academy is a dog training business in Venice, California offering Private Lessons and Board and Train.
Venice • CA • Home-based trainer • 4.4 ★ (19 Google reviews)
Last verified: Sep 5, 2026
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What they say about themselves
Alpha One Canine Academy operates on the Westside of Los Angeles, offering board and train programs where dogs stay in a trainer's home rather than a kennel facility. According to their site, board and train services are provided through an affiliated operation called California Working Dogs, with programs accepting dogs from across Southern California.
The academy describes their approach as balanced training tailored to each dog's and owner's personality. They offer two board and train packages—a three-week basic obedience program and a six-week advanced option that introduces e-collar training, which they describe as humane and intended for off-leash reliability. Their site states these immersive programs are open to all breeds and skill levels, from puppies to working K9s. Transition lessons are included afterward to help owners maintain training gains at home.
For those preferring to train alongside their dog, private one-hour sessions cover obedience, leash manners, or behavior modification. All programs begin with a required evaluation to assess temperament and goals. A trainer named Ian is mentioned in client testimonials as having worked with both dog and owner together. The academy also offers guidance on exercise, nutrition, and behavioral concerns, framing training as an ongoing process rather than a one-time fix.
Consultations and evaluations before you commit to a program.
Trainers assess the dog's behavior, personality, and temperament along with the owner's goals to build a customized training plan.
Best for: All new clients, whether addressing problem behaviors or enhancing obedience.
Focus: Basic obedience
Private lessons and board-and-train programs make up the core offerings at Alpha One Canine Academy. The 3-week board-and-train covers basic obedience and leash work, while the 6-week program adds off-leash recall and advanced commands. Both residential options include handoff sessions to transfer skills back to the owner.
What board & train costs in Venice
We don't have enough published local pricing yet. Ask for a written quote that covers duration, inclusions, and follow-up.
The dog lives with a trainer in a home setting for three weeks, learning core obedience commands like sit, down, stay, come, and proper leash walking, with emphasis on building trust and communication.
The dog boards with the trainer in-home, and the owner receives three private lessons afterward to transition training home.
Best for: Dogs and owners starting their foundational training journey together.
Focus: Basic obedience, Leash training
Duration: 3 weeks
Includes: Owner handoff sessions
Building on on-leash skills, this six-week program introduces off-leash obedience using e-collar training, with the dog living with the trainer for daily immersive sessions.
The dog boards with the trainer for six weeks, receiving daily e-collar-based training, followed by private lessons to support the owner's transition.
Best for: Dogs that have completed foundational on-leash training and are ready for off-leash and advanced obedience work.
Focus: Advanced obedience, Recall & off-leash, Leash training
Duration: 6 weeks
Includes: Owner handoff sessions
| Program | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 3 Week Package | Not published | 3 weeks |
| 6 Week Package | Not published | 6 weeks |
A one-hour, one-on-one session with a trainer focused on the dog's specific needs, covering obedience, leash manners, or behavior modification.
Owner and dog work directly with a trainer for a one-hour session, with bundles available for multiple sessions.
Best for: Both new and experienced dog owners looking to address specific training needs.
Focus: Basic obedience, Leash training
Duration: 1 sessions
| Program | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Private Session | Not published | 1 sessions |
They explicitly describe their approach as balanced training. The site doesn't specify which tools or techniques that includes, nor whether they accept dogs with aggression or bite history.
Method: Balanced
Combines rewards with corrections, which may include tools such as prong collars or e-collars.
Certifications: Not specified on their website
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Training takes place out of a home-based facility rather than a commercial kennel. Details about overnight supervision, owner visits during board-and-train stays, and video updates aren't addressed. Insurance and certifications aren't listed either.
Facility: Home-based trainer
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: alpha one canine academy does not publish board & train pricing. Across Venice, 0 programs publish prices.
Reviews: alpha one canine academy shows 4.4★ from 19 Google reviews among 1 published Venice programs.
Transparency: This listing scores 54 out of 100 (price 0%, program clarity 95%). Certification disclosure is still sparse in this city.
The Venice Boulevard address sits in the 90291 zip code. Parking availability and accessibility features aren't mentioned on the site.
1327 Venice Blvd., Venice, CA
Friday: 8AM-6PM
Monday: 8AM-6PM
Sunday: 8AM-6PM
Tuesday: 8AM-6PM
Saturday: 8AM-6PM
Thursday: 8AM-6PM
Wednesday: 8AM-6PM
Reach out directly or send a quote request through alpha one canine academy.
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