Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Dog Obedience Training Partner in Bakersfield
Founded in 1971 by Harlan Broat, our dog training school has developed a proven methodology that has successfully trained an estimated 30,000 dogs. Our approach focuses on establishing respectful communication between owners and their pets through praise, exercise, and discipline rather than rewards or punishment. We offer comprehensive obedience training programs that teach dogs to recognize their owners as natural leaders while ensuring owners learn to maintain behavioral improvements long-term.Our facility provides supervised boarding services with climate-controlled environments and structured play sessions for trained dogs. With decades of experience conducting group classes for recreation departments and YMCAs across Southern California, we guarantee immediate results through our principled training philosophy. Our lifetime guarantee ensures free refresher lessons as needed, and our training office maintains strict operating hours for client convenience.
Services
Obedience Training
Dog Boarding
Private Lessons
Training Programs
Boarding Club
Details
- Year established: 1971
Highlights and features
- We've successfully trained 30,000+ dogs since 1971 using our proven methodology
- Our lifetime guarantee includes free refresher lessons for trained dogs
- Founder Harlan Broat developed nationally recognized training techniques
- We train both dogs and owners for lasting behavioral improvements
- Climate-controlled boarding facility with supervised play sessions
What people say
Immediate results
Lifetime guarantee
Humane methods
Trained staff
Structured programs
Services
Obedience Training
Our proven obedience training teaches dogs to recognize owners as natural leaders through respectful communication. Using the Harlan Broat method, we focus on praise, exercise, and discipline rather than rewards or punishment. This approach creates lasting behavioral improvements while strengthening the bond between pets and owners.
Dog Boarding
Climate-controlled boarding facility with supervised play sessions for trained dogs. Temperament-tested socialization, 24-hour care, and structured daily activities ensure pet comfort and safety. Requires prior training at our school for all boarding guests.
Private Lessons
Customized training sessions conducted at our facility or your home. Focuses on specific behavioral issues while teaching owners to maintain long-term improvements. Combines practical dog training with owner education for consistent results.
People
Harlan Broat
Founder
Author of 'Group Training for Dogs' and former radio host of Dog Talk. Developed the school's methodology through 50+ years of experience training 30,000+ dogs.
Julie
Trainer
Experienced trainer specializing in canine communication techniques. Works with Harlan Broat to implement the school's proven training methodology for both dogs and owners.
Questions
What training methods do you use?
We use the Harlan Broat method focusing on respectful communication, establishing leadership roles without punishment or treats.
Do you guarantee results?
Yes, we guarantee lifetime support with free refresher lessons as needed for trained dogs.
What training programs are available?
We offer Manners Course, Manners + Come On Command, and Traditional Obedience programs with varying skill levels.
Can any dog use your boarding services?
Boarding requires prior training at our school to ensure safe socialization with other dogs.
How long are training sessions?
Sessions last 1-2 hours depending on the dog's needs, with owner participation required for lasting results.
