San Francisco Dog Board & Train
If the reactivity, anxiety, fear, or aggression feels unfixable, we want you to know it’s not.
“Whether we’re your first call or your last hope.”
Programs from $3,600 · GPS collars · Max 5 dogsRebuild trust. Create structure. Enjoy life with your dog again. Ever wonder why some San Francisco dog Board & Train programs promise quick fixes or take a one-size-fits-all approach, only to leave you with unreliable results and behaviors that come back?
Let the 'heeling' begin.
Ever wonder why some San Francisco dog Board & Train programs promise quick fixes or take a one-size-fits-all approach, only to leave you with unreliable results and behaviors that come back? That doesn’t mean your dog is broken — it means they need a different approach.
At Koru K9 Dog Training in the San Francisco Bay Area, our Board & Train programs are built for real-life success — not shortcuts. We focus on lasting behavior change through connection, consistency, and clear communication.
Built around your dog — and you
Real-life training
A safe, loving, home-based setting — never a kennel facility. Field trips and everyday distractions build real reliability.
Safety & structure first
Max five client dogs per trainer. GPS collars, secure home environments, and constant supervision.
Progress you can see
Photo and/or video updates twice a week — watch confidence and reliability grow, step by step.
Coaching for you, too
Hands-on owner coaching sessions, detailed recap videos, and customized guidance to maintain success.
Your dog’s San Francisco transformation
We treat every dog as if they were our own — because we know how much they mean to you.
Pick-up day
Pick up and drop off are part of every program. Your dog travels safe and settles into their trainer’s home.
Life in a real home
Your dog lives with a professional trainer — structured sessions plus playtime, exercise, and rest, never a crowded facility.
Real-world training daily
City streets, parks, and field trips — with at least two photo/video updates per week so you follow the progress.
Delivery & go-home lesson
We personally deliver your dog back and teach you everything they’ve learned — plus two follow-up lessons.
Built for the tough cases
If the reactivity, anxiety, fear, or aggression feels unfixable, we want you to know it’s not.
Tell Us About Your Dog →Aggression
Dog-to-dog aggression, Human aggression, Resource or food guarding, Dogs fighting
Fear & Anxiety
Fear based behaviors, Separation anxiety, Generalized anxiety, Destructive behaviors
Obedience Issues
Pulling on leash, Not coming when called, Jumping, Excessive barking
What your dog will learn
Core Commands
- Heel (no pulling/reacting)
- Sit-stay / Down-stay
- Recall / Come when called
- Place
Manners & Life Skills
- Crate training
- Doorway etiquette
- Mealtime manners
- Calm behavior in public & home
Everything your dog needs — nothing extra to buy
- Pick up and drop off
- In-home training in one of our trainer's homes and 24/7 immersion in our training program
- One-on-one personalized attention with a maximum of five dogs per session
- Two updates per week including multiple pictures and videos
- Two follow up lessons after the Board & Train
- Phone and email support during and after the program
San Francisco board & train pricing
Your free consultation includes an exact quote for your dog and your city.
Koru K9 trainers serving San Francisco
Local trainers who live and work where you do.
David Besseler
David currently runs his own full-time dog walking business, where he works hands-on with dogs of all temperaments and energy levels every day.
Debbie Port
Debbie Port grew up riding and training horses professionally. She trained her own dogs on the side and over the years got interested in dog sports.
Becca Contreras
Becca has been training dogs professionally since 2011.
Jourdan Murphy
Jourdan was born and raised in Santa Cruz County. Her passion and love for dogs started at a very young age.
Celeste Schmidt
From the time she was young Celeste always had a deep passion for animals. Learning as much as she could and spending her free time with the family dogs.
Maddie Galati
Maddie has always had a passion for dogs. Aside from growing up with them, as soon as she graduated high school she was volunteering with a local German Shepherd rescue and shadowing a balanced trainer.
Results from families like yours
Verified reviews from clients across every market we serve.
“I am SO happy we invested in Koru K9. We got matched with Natalie and Lee as our trainers and they have been INCREDIBLE.”
“Rob was professional, flexible, and had many resources he was happy to share! Thank you for your time!”
“I took my 1 1/2 year old 'hyper' aussie doodle, Gigi for a 3 week board and train with Irini.”
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Whether we’re your first call or your last hope, Koru K9 will meet you — and your dog — where you are, and help you build the calm, confident companion you’ve been searching for.