Dog Training for Anxious or Fearful Dogs in San Francisco​

From stressed to settled. Koru K9 helps San Francisco Bay Area dogs overcome anxiety, fear, and stress-based behaviors—including separation anxiety, noise sensitivity, vet/groomer fear, environmental sensitivity, and “stranger danger”—with safety-first, real-world training and clear owner coaching.

Working with Your Veterinarian
We partner closely with your veterinarian to support a complete plan for dog anxiety. Our behavior-modification program focuses on structure, clear communication, and calm routines—often allowing dogs, under veterinary supervision, to maintain progress on lower doses or in some cases without daily anxiety medication. We don’t prescribe or manage meds, and we’ll never recommend starting, changing, or stopping medication without your vet’s guidance—our role is to build the real-world skills that can reduce reliance on medication over time.

Why Koru K9 for Anxiety & Fear in San Francisco

• Calm, structured approach: predictable routines, threshold manners, Place/settle, and never flooding—we work below threshold to build confidence.
• Balanced, humane methods: clear markers, fair guidance, and pressure-and-release used thoughtfully—so your dog learns what to do, not just what not to do.
• Real-life training environments: sessions happen where stress shows up—your home, your block, and everyday Bay Area settings (sidewalks, parks, storefronts).
• Owner coaching that sticks: we train you in timing, leash handling, body positioning, and daily structure—so progress lasts.
• Home-based Board & Train (not a kennel): limited dogs per trainer, daily field trips, and twice-weekly updates for transparency.
• Customized plans: every dog and household is different; your plan fits your dog’s triggers, your goals, and your schedule.
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We offer private, in-home dog training and personalized board and train programs for anxious or fearful dogs in the San Francisco Bay Area — including throughout East Bay and North Bay.

We tailor every plan to your dog and your lifestyle, then apply the Koru K9 method—clear communication, predictable structure, and gradual, below-threshold exposure—to build trust and real confidence without flooding. Our goal is a relaxed, resilient dog who understands what to do and feels safe doing it.

Whether you’re working through separation anxiety, noise sensitivity, vet/groomer fear, “stranger danger,” or you simply want to welcome guests again without stress, you’re in the right place. A calmer, more confident dog is closer than you think.