Welcome to our Dog Training Programs! At Rulo K9, we offer a variety of training options to meet the needs of every dog and owner.

Private Dog Training in Grass Valley & Surrounding Areas

 

Our In-Home Training Lessons are designed for clients who need help where it matters most — in the real-world environments their dog lives and interacts in every day. Whether it’s at your home, a local park, or a public setting, we come to you to work on the specific behaviors you’re struggling with. This allows us to address issues like leash reactivity, door manners, jumping on guests, or distractions in public — right where they happen. Each session is customized to your dog’s needs and your lifestyle, giving you hands-on coaching, clear guidance, and practical solutions that you can immediately apply at home and beyond. We serve Grass Valley, Nevada City, and surrounding areas.

Let’s bring training to your doorstep — and see real results where it matters most.

 

  • Owner-Focused Coaching – We teach you how to maintain and reinforce training at home

 

  • Fully Customized Sessions – Every visit is tailored to your dog’s needs and your goals

 

  • Real-World Results – We train in the exact environments where problem behaviors happen

 

 

🐾 Board & Train Programs

 

 

Where Structure Meets Trust

 

Our Board & Train programs offer immersive, customized dog training in a calm, structured kennel facility with two professional trainers who live onsite — perfect for busy owners looking for real results. Whether your dog needs basic obedience, off-leash reliability, or behavioral rehabilitation, we tailor each program to your dog’s individual temperament, learning style, and your training goals. Dogs stay in our care and receive daily one-on-one sessions, real-world exposure, and balanced training designed to create lasting change. Serving Grass Valley, Nevada City, and surrounding areas.

 

2-Week Board & Train

 

 

This is our introductory training program designed to lay the groundwork for obedience, calmness, and communication. This course is best for younger dogs or those just beginning their training journey.

Focus Areas May Include:

 

  • Leash walking basics 
  • Sit, Down, Place (on leash)
  • Crate training, routine structure, and engagement
  • Custom skills based on your dog’s temperament and household needs

 

Note: This is not a behavior modification program. Dogs with aggression or reactivity will require a longer stay.

Includes:

 

  • 1 Go-Home Session / Lifetime Support  

  • Weekly Picture / Video updates on training progress 

     

 

4-Week Board & Train 

 

For dogs needing stronger command reliability, structure in daily life, and real-world distraction training.

Includes all 2-week skills, plus:

• Extended duration commands (Place, Sit/down,heel)

• Structured public outings (stores, parks)

• Socialization and neutrality work (if appropriate)

• Accountability and impulse control exercises

 

Includes:

• 1 Go-Home Session / Lifetime Support  

• Weekly Picture / Video updates on training progress 

 

 

 

4-Week Off-Leash E-Collar Program

Freedom with Control

 

For dogs with a solid obedience foundation ready to transition to off-leash reliability using an e-collar.

Includes:

 

  • E-collar conditioning and communication
  • Off-leash recall, Place, Sit/Down with duration
  • Off-leash walking and neutrality in public spaces
  • Trail and nature training for real-world freedom

 

Includes:

 

  • E-collar provided
  • 1 go-home session
  • Lifetime follow up

  • Weekly Picture / Video updates on training progress 

     

 

 

6-Week Behavior Modification Program

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For Reactive, Fearful, or Aggressive Dogs


For dogs struggling with reactivity, fear-based behaviors, or aggression toward people or animals.

Focus:

  • Leash reactivity, aggression, and anxiety
  • Confidence building and neutrality training
  • Owner handling skills and structure at home
  • Individualized progress tracking


Includes:

 

  • In-depth evaluation and custom plan
  • 1 go-home session
  • 3 follow-up lessons
  • Weekly Picture / Video updates on training progress 

     

 

 

“I am amazed by the transformation in my dog's behavior after enrolling in Rulo K9's   2 week puppy training program. Highly recommend!”

[Brian Philips ]