Kindred Spirits Dog Training
Vista, California, San Diego
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Vista, California, San Diego
(39)
Whether you have a puppy that you want to get started right, a challenging adolescent, a newly adopted dog, or a dog with behaviors that you’d like to change; we’re here to help. Our team of experienced trainers love dogs and we have helped thousands of dogs and their people learn to work together and understand each other.
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39 customer reviews
Meagan Kellner
I went to their first class with our new pup, and thought they might be able to help us with our problem dog who we had already done 2 rounds of training. We enrolled both our new pup, and our problem pup. They worked with us, helped us when we dealt with 2 females who were fighting for dominance, and we have found every class worth it. Having done other training they are cheaper than most, and have a better quality of training. One of the things I like best is they don't do the 1 size training fits all. They bring in and use a lot of methods. For example, we were having issues with heel, so we started doing the drop food per their recommendation. That lead to both heel and catch it. My problem pup heels with me for miles now. I never thought that would happen. Now we are looking at passing the good citizen K9 test for both. It's amazing the progress. More...
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Crissy Fox
We love Kindred Spirits for the Puppy class. We've taken 2 puppies to them and it was a great learning experience for the dog and us.
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Leslie Biland
Kindred Spirits Dog Training has been an invaluable experience for me, my family and our German Shepherd puppy. All the trainers are supportive and understanding of what us new pet owners are going through. They have given us the tools to train our dog in a way that is loving and without stress and constant frustration. Not only are we learning how to manage our pet, but we learned the value of good nutrition, health care, and how to look out for dangers we were not aware of. The classes teach everything you need to know about being a responsible and caring pet owner. We completed puppy class and went straight into basic obedience. We look forward to continuing our education with Kindred Spirits and recommend them to any pet owner; the amateur (like us) or a veteran dog owner. Thank You Kindred Spirits! More...
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Hanna Molloy
This is Zobia. We've had her since she was a rambunctious, mischievous, and a little bit sassy 7 week old pup. Since she's a Rottweiler, our biggest fear was that she'd stay that way and get into some sort of trouble where we'd have to put her down. I'd been searching for training facilities months before we were ready to buy, all the other ones were too expensive or not accessible. Kindred Spirits, however, was a perfect match. So far we've done the puppy class, basic obedience class, and one private lesson, all of which I highly recommend. Not only do these women know what they're doing, they teach YOU how to teach your dog, which allows a much more intimate relationship between you and your furry companion to form. Now Zobia is 7 months old and already better behaved than I could have ever dreamed. She graduated basic obedience class literally this afternoon and I already can't wait to put her in the next level. If I could give a higher rating I would, Kindred Spirits is the best. More...
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Bella Ferreira-Carson
We did basic with both dogs, therapy class with one and the rattlesnake clinic. These ladies are the real deal if you want your dogs trained properly! Totally worth the drive from Temecula! More...
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Jesus Daniel Bojorquez
Este lugar es de lo mejor
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Allan Roth
I have used Kindred Spirits to train three dogs over the years. The staff are knowledgable and know when to push a dog as well as when to ease back. Training the owner/handler is the biggest part of the training. Consistent work with your dog brings about the best results. The staff at Kindred Spirits are there to help with both aspects-- people and dog training. The younger you start with your dog, the better, but Kindred Spirits can help you train a dog of any age-- give them a try and take your human-dog relationship to the next level. :) More...
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Pam Munck
I have only received support and good training from Kindrid Spirits. My first time there was about 17 years ago and both my dog and I learned a lot. They train both the dog and the owner which is important. More...
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Jean Smith
These people are wonderful help me get my dog service ready. She is doing great, they worked closely with us, they've came to me once when I could not meet up. Awesome ladies
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Lily A.
My kids, husband & I learned a lot at the weekly puppy trainings. The kids were too young to do more than watch how we were trained to handle all aspects of training our first dog. The teachers were excellent!
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Brooke Ryan
I took my Border Collie puppy here for their puppy training class. I did quite a bit of research before selecting a puppy class, from the advice of our breeder I knew I wanted to find a place that did balanced training because Border Collies tend to respond best to that. Most puppy classes in the San Diego area are 100% positive, so it was difficult even finding a class like that. When I found Kindred Spirits, especially with all the articles and information on their website, I finally found what I’d been looking for and I decided to take the drive from Carmel Valley to bring Henry there. All the trainers at Kindred Spirits are extremely knowledgeable and experienced, and I always learned something new coming to class. It was also really cool that a lot of the trainers had herding dogs like mine, they even would bring their dogs out to meet my Henry since they looked so alike! They’re definitely strict and if they see a dog (or an owner) not doing what they’re supposed to, they aren’t afraid to call it out, but they really care about the dogs and doing what’s best for them. I really like that the puppy class also has a weekly “puppy play”, it’s basically like a supervised dog park so puppies can learn to play well with each other. It is also great to support a business owned and operated entirely by women. I definitely recommend Kindred Spirits, especially if you have a herding dog! More...
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Kelsey Thomas
I have had a great experience here and can’t wait to take more classes! -Obi
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Lori Carstensen
Can't wait to go back!! We took our husky 3 years ago now I can't wait to take my new Pomsky
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Kevin Shanahan
Great learning experience I understand my dog so much better it has made our relationship really nice
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Randy Clark
The folks here do really good dog training. The atmosphere is fun and relaxed and the dogs and owners learn a lot.
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Megan Nichole Nelson
We loved our puppy class! I feel like it really helped us to understand and communicate with our first puppy! Thank you Liz, Kate, Petra, and everyone else! We will definitely be back for more! More...
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Susan Springer
All of the trainers have helped me shape Bella into a wonderful, well trained and balanced dog that is a pleasure to be around.
I'm starting basic this week to shape my new puppy Gunnar into a wonderful companion too, and I can't wait to start!
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Marta Jean Cree
Great place to really learn how to train yourself to be a great owner and dog trainer and help/train your dog in the process!!
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Tina Bowker
We absolutely love all the trainers. They are so helpful and informative. We had our little guy do the basic course; he recently graduated. Our little girl is now in the puppy class. We highly recommend them. More...
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Maggie Guthrie
The ladies here are hands-down the best in the business. Thank you Liz, Kate, Petra, Dawn, and all the KS employees for teaching me how to teach my dogs. :-)
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Melissa Lockhart
I love this place. The trainers do a great job of breaking dog-speak down into terms that the humans can understand. They've given me some invaluable insight into both training and living with my dogs. Plus, they make it fun!!
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Kel'ly Boss'aller
My husband and I brought our puppy Penni to Kindred Spirit for her first puppy class. Penni is very smart and sometimes make training her very difficult & challenging, but with everyones guidence we are on the path tk happy & well behaved puppy! We'll definitely be returning for the next class..cannot wait!!! ♡♡♥♥ More...
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Kelly Bolts
This place is incredible. They genuinely care about you and your furry friend(s). I learned so much about training my dog, proper nutrition and bonding. .. A lot more as well! Their prices are so reasonable, especially for what they give you. My dog went in as a crazy puppy and didn't lose any of her flair that made her special but instead learned how to control it... I can't say enough good things about Kindred Spirits... Please check them out! You won't be disappointed. Everyone there is amazing and caring and wonderful!!! More...
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Terri Van Grol
We love everything about Kindred Spirits from the minute we stepped on the grounds we felt like family. The love they show our baby Hazel will keep us coming back. Their training methods work it's the highlight of our week More...
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Deborah Hunter Lee
Love, love, love the Kindred Spirits folks. I feel that we had a wonderful basic class. All my questions and problems got addressed and Indy and I came out so much better for having taken the class. We have made several of the Thurs night classes too. I feel comfortable knowing if I have an issue come up I can bring it to Liz and Co and they will help me with it. Thank you so much for not only helping me train Indy, but helping me understand him better. More...
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Joy Ladner
Best training ever! Lots of trainers and lots of dogs were excellent for my Morkie to learn good behavior. We did 6weeks obedience and 5weeks therapy dog training. They did the Love on a Leash Control Evaluation and we passed! Now we are doing supervised visits with LOAL captains and on our way to becoming a LOAL therapy team. Thank you Kindred Spirits Dog Training! More...
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Carol Paul
The trainers really care about your pup(s) and you. I have litter mates, which is not encouraged, but the trainers have been so helpful providing me with the tools I need so my boys can become confident and we'll mannered whether they are together or a part, and of course listen to their alpha dog...me :)
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Stacey Kuhns
The women at Kindred Spirits Dog Training are amazing! This is the one and only place in San Diego you should take your puppy or dog for training. Their training methods are unlike any other I had used before and they work!!!! These women genuinely care about your pet and you. They are willing to help you in person, over the phone, with e-mail questions, etc. My dog and I have taken three classes from them so far and plan to take more. My dog loves the experience and it gives me peace of mind that I am doing exactly what I need to do to make my dog an excellent obedient socialized dog. Thank you Kindred Spirits!!! Love you gals! More...
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Lizzy Boehringer
Kindred spirits has been the biggest blessing to our family with our little Zoey. Zoey is extremely smart but has a ton of energy. Kindred spirits has taught us on how to have her control her excitement (sometimes) and to make her training fun! Every week what we learn we take it home and we have seen so much difference. Zoey loves to come to classes and to socialize with others. Not only has Zoey changed but so have I as her fur mom. We are going to continue going to classes after our puppy class. I trust these ladies, and enjoy their company so much! Thank you! More...
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Mickey Alden Wright
I just talked with Kate for a good thirty minutes. We had questions about our new puppy coming Tuesday. Kate was as patient with us as she is with her dogs, I'm sure. Thank you, Kate, for all the good and workable tips that will certainly de-stress us and make the puppy feel comfortable in her new home. Her name is Alice, and she will be our house dog and future therapy dog after she does all the training. More...
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James McCrory
Great place! The trainers are friendly and on point. They were helpful with questions about upkeep with behavioral issues.
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Kimberly Goode
You will NOT find better skilled trainers! Love these ladies and what they contribute to our world.
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Jared Steffan
These ladies are amazing with 4 leged friends. I highly recomend them.
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Simon Napolis
Ladies know their stuff
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John Windish
Great attentive hands on folks!
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Angela Irias
We brought our 18month old Rotty for training. The experience, learned tools and one on one teaching was positive. Our youngest daughter learned to take an Alpha roll in our pack. She did not have to worry about being jumped on by our 100lb pooch. We learned structure and consistency. We learned to reward positive behavior and change our actions to eliminate unwanted behavior. More...
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Tamara Harvey
Wonderful place with amazing trainers! They take them time to address your needs and give plenty of tools to have a well behaved dog!
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Richard Miller
This is the place. These guys know how to teach you to be consistent and effective in training your dog. They are responsible for helping Barbara and I build a great relationship with our dog Gracie.
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Rebecca Sterling
I LOVE this place! The ladies here are so educated and helpful! They may seem crazy at times, but trust me... it works! I have trained two lovely, obedient, well-behaved doggies through Kindred Spirits and I couldn't imagine being happier anywhere else. I always have people asking me how I get my dogs so well behaved, and I tell them that it's because of Kindred Spirits. They teach you techniques that work and can be applied to any situation you may come across with your furry friends. As long as you apply yourself and do what they tell you, it will work! Plus, they have so many classes to take; you and your dog will never be bored or wishing you could learn more. I have seen bark-happy dogs turn into silent-unless-needed watchers; crazy-dogs become well-behaved; and shy dogs break out of their shell. And yes, this is from personal experience. They have advice for any sort of problem your dog may have (I have a shy dog who wouldn't even look me in the eye; now she's happy and outgoing; I also have a loud dog who wouldn't stop barking and now he's a therapy dog). Highly recommended. These trainers know their stuff and it's FUN! More...
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