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Dogwood K-9 Training Experience is a dog training business in Yorba Linda, California offering Group Classes, Private Lessons, and Virtual Training, with published programs from $100.
Yorba Linda • CA • 5.0 ★ (12 Google reviews)
Last verified: Sep 5, 2026
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What they say about themselves
Ron Bevacqua, owner and director of Dogwood K-9 Training Experience, has trained dogs for more than 28 years. According to his site, he came to dog training after a 25-year career in the motion picture industry. He holds APDT membership and serves as an AKC Canine Good Citizen evaluator, and his site indicates he specializes in working with dog-dog aggression and shy or fearful dogs.
The business offers group classes through Yorba Linda's Parks & Recreation department, as well as private lessons throughout Orange County. Their site describes a philosophy centered on relationship-building rather than command-drilling—framing the goal as helping owners become partners with their dogs rather than just issuing instructions. They note that methods are tailored to individual dogs and described as positive and non-fear-based.
A few offerings stand out in their program list: virtual Zoom sessions focused specifically on dog-dog reactivity (available nationwide, according to the site), a dedicated class for owners of guard dogs, herding breeds, and bully breeds, and therapy dog training with evaluations for Bright & Beautiful Therapy Dogs. The business also advertises discounts for rescue dogs, adopted dogs, and service dogs. The website appears somewhat dated, but the program range and Bevacqua's stated specializations give a sense of where their focus lies.
Private lessons, group classes, virtual training, and therapy dog preparation make up the offerings at Dogwood K-9 Training Experience. Group classes cap at six dogs and include a special track for guard dogs, herding breeds, and bully breeds like Pit Bulls and German Shepherds. They also work with aggression and leash reactivity cases.
Virtual sessions run $100 each, or $200 for a two-session package. Pricing for group classes, private lessons, and the special breeds program isn't listed on the site.
One-on-one training sessions scheduled around the client's own timing, addressing issues like leash pulling, poor recall, jumping, barking, separation anxiety, and dog-dog aggression.
Trainer meets one-on-one with the owner and dog on a schedule that fits their availability.
Best for: Owners dealing with behavioral issues such as reactivity, aggression, or poor manners.
Focus: Basic obedience, Leash reactivity, Aggression
Prepares dogs and handlers for therapy dog certification, including evaluations for Bright & Beautiful Therapy Dogs and Canine Good Citizen testing.
Training leads up to a formal testing and certification process.
Best for: Dogs and owners aiming to become a certified therapy dog team.
Focus: Therapy dog training, Advanced obedience
| Program | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Private Lessons | Not published | — |
| Therapy Dog Training | Not published | — |
This is a group obedience class held through city Parks and Recreation departments, currently offered via Yorba Linda. Class sizes are capped at six dogs.
Dogs and owners attend scheduled sessions together at a Parks & Recreation location.
Best for: All group classes are limited to 6 dogs.
Focus: Basic obedience, Socialization
A class focused on core obedience skills, tailored to owners of strong, powerful breeds, covering commands and leash walking while strengthening the human-dog bond.
Owners and dogs attend a class practicing sit, down, stay, loose leash walking, and recall.
Best for: Owners of guard dogs, herding breeds, and bully breeds who want to handle a strong, loyal dog.
Focus: Basic obedience, Leash training, Recall & off-leash
| Program | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Group Classes | Not published | — |
| Special Breeds Training Class | Not published | — |
Remote coaching over Zoom aimed at helping owners address dog-to-dog reactivity, delivered in step-by-step sessions regardless of where the client lives.
Owner meets with the trainer over Zoom for roughly one-hour coaching sessions.
Best for: Dog parents dealing with dog-dog aggression or reactivity anywhere in the country.
Focus: Aggression, Leash reactivity
Duration: 1 sessions; 2-session package $200
| Program | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Virtual Training | $100 per session | 1 sessions |
The site uses general language about training philosophy without naming specific tools or techniques. They do accept dogs with aggression histories.
Method: Method unclear
Their website describes their approach in general terms without specifying which methods or tools they use.
Certifications: APDT, AKC CGC Evaluator
Verification still pending or not yet requested. See our methodology for what verification does and does not mean.
APDT membership and AKC Canine Good Citizen evaluator credentials are listed, along with 28 years in the business. Insurance coverage and guarantee terms aren't mentioned.
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: not specified on their website.
Waitlist: not specified on their website.
Dogs per trainer: not specified on their website.
Booking: Phone only
Price: Dogwood K-9 Training Experience does not publish board & train pricing. Across Yorba Linda, 4 programs publish prices from about $127 to $2,205.
Reviews: Dogwood K-9 Training Experience shows 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews among 4 published Yorba Linda programs.
Transparency: This listing scores 34 out of 100 (price 20%, program clarity 57%). 2 of 4 Yorba Linda listings show certifications; this business lists APDT, AKC CGC Evaluator.
The Casa Loma Avenue address in Yorba Linda is provided, though the site doesn't describe the training space or mention parking and accessibility details.
4601 Casa Loma Ave, Yorba Linda, CA
Friday: 9AM-5PM
Monday: 9AM-5PM
Sunday: Closed
Tuesday: 9AM-5PM
Saturday: 9AM-12PM
Thursday: 9AM-5PM
Wednesday: 9AM-5PM
Reach out directly or send a quote request through Dogwood K-9 Training Experience.
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