Fremont Dog Training Club

My girlfriend and I just finished our 6 week course for our two dogs who are 11 and 9 years old. It is true folks, old dogs can learn new tricks! I was skeptical at first, thinking they had too many years of inconsistent training from us, but we were quickly whipped into shape, and thus our dogs happily obliged. with treats of course!
Our dogs can now sit, stay, heel, lie down, and the most impressive skill is that they now WAIT on their bed while we fill their food bowl before giving them the signal to chow down.
In addition to learning how to be better guardians, we also learned what is socially appropriate to do with other dogs when say we are at the dog park, or encounter other dogs that we want to interact with. Also letting other people know if your dog is anxious or fearful when petted in certain areas was important, especially with our tiny dogs who get intimidated by other people and large dogs.
I thought the training sessions were well thought out and organized. I learned a lot personally, and it does require commitment and practicing the skills everyday to reap the benefits of the course.
The trainer was encouraging and excellent at her job. Received a lot of value from it.

The trainers are excellent. Basic Obedience training is very good compared to what PetSmart and Petco have to offer. You and your dog learn a lot if you are consistent practicing at home with what you learn in class. I have put 7 dogs through Basic Obedience at this Club and we have continued training for Rally Obedience and going to trials. For those that are afraid to tackle Rally or Obedience training, the Club has started an Intermediate class that makes handler and dog ready to tackle later on the classes for Rally and Obedience. I recommend this Club with a five star recommendation.

Our dog is a very special-​needs dog, as far as training goes. Rescued from a puppy mill at 3 ½ yrs. old, she had never been socialized. We attended all sessions of a FDTC beginner class, mostly w/​Kathy. It was apparent that our Lacey was never going to «pass», as she was afraid of every noise and movement in the room, but the trainers and helpers worked with us to find individualized ways to make it a positive experience. After the initial class, we joined the club for a nominal dues fee, and at the staffs’ suggestion, would drop in for advanced training classes. Again, Lacey wasn’t able to cooperate fully in the floor work, but being able to sit to the side and participate in controlled human and canine social experiences was invaluable for her. She now walks eagerly daily, seeking human contact that she shunned before, and interacts better with other dogs than many «normal» ones!

I had a great time there. She learned all commands and we constantly practice.
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Horrible. i called in ahead of time to ask about the training and the woman was incredibly rude and as soon as i told her about my dogs aggression towards other dogs, she told me immediately the had no place for a dog like mine. Threw me off and I knew this was the wrong training for my dog and I.

Where to start:
Not a top choice training program but the price is affordable and decent if you just want your dog to just learn basics or get a refresher course. I would say only come if you have a good understanding of dogs and especially your own dog. They do not really train the owner or help you understand why your dog does what it does and why it needs to learn these fundamentals.
My experience was in June 2012.
Before starting the class, I talked to someone over the phone about my dog and the problems I had been having. To solve the leash-​pulling issue, she suggested I get a prong collar. I’m not a huge fan of choke chains and I think if it can be avoided, I rather try other options. In my opinion, a good dog trainer should be able to have a dog under control and not have use for such devices.
(walking up Mission Peak one day, a couple stopped to help me with my dog as they were both private trainers for k-​9 dogs. they were able to control him with just a leash in a make-​shift noose)
Also, my dog is a big hyper active husky mix. He was coming into his adolescence and had been acting up. He marked a spot in the training facility and I had been unaware it even happened. The trainer, Kathy, scolded me in front of everyone and told me to get my dog fixed. I didn’t think that was very professional of her. I do take responsibility for my dog and would clean up the mess. They should be understanding that dogs and their owners do make mistakes, afterall, that is why we’re here.
As I watched a few of the other owners struggle with their dogs, I watched Kathy become impatient with them but not really make an effort to teach them what they are doing wrong and help them understand their dogs.
I walked away feeling like my dog took away some basics (some of which he already knew, just needed perfecting) and that was really it. I still feel the need to hire a private trainer to get my dog the training he needs. I wish I had spent the extra money for a more hands-​on, personal experience.

The Fremont Dog Training Club offers exceptionally well-​organized, detailed, dog training classes at VERY reasonable prices! Their 8-​week class is only $ 100 … which is unheard of, especially for such an exceptionally well-​organized, well-​managed class!
I own a professional dog walking /​pet sitting business, and I have taken a few of my clients’ dogs to the Fremont Dog Training Club for obedience training. I have also recommended the Fremont Dog Training club to many of my clients, and they have attended the classes themselves, (with me in tow to watch their pooch progress through the class).
All of the dogs (and owners!) that we’ve referred to the obedience class have done SO well in the class that they’re like brand new dogs! They’re all now able to «sit», «stay», «heel» and do all manner of other basic commands, and, they’re also SO much more socialized, calm and happy!
The instructors are knowledgeable, kind, professional and have a great understanding of canine behavior and temperament. They are, overall, excellent dog trainers. The «lead» instructor, Kathy, is nothing short of amazing! I have seen her calm a nervous dog simply by talking to it (Dog Whisperer, indeed!), and her intuitive ability to work with animals to get them to do what she’s asking them to do is a joy to watch.
If your pooch needs training (or, if YOU need training to learn how to train your pooch!), The Fremont Dog Training Club is the place to go!

My issue with this business is lack of professionalism. After speaking to them on the phone I was expecting paperwork in the mail. When I didn’t receive anything I called them back. They felt that I misrepresented my case and didn’t want me in their class. I didn’t have a problem with that. What I did have a problem with was that they did not call to let me know. I consider that rude and unprofessional.

I have taken my German Shepherd for a refresher course in obedience. We both loved it! The instructors are knowledgeable. The drop in Thursday night obedience group is around $ 4 a class (very reasonable). I will soon be returning with my 15 month old Labrador for her obedience refresher. Also, if you are into to obedience trials the group participates in them on a monthly basis.