Trainers, Veterinarians, & Boarding Kennels
Please note that any one trainer or training method may not work for every dog and owner combination. It is up to the owner to be responsible for the safety, health and well being of their dog. Each owner should investigate multiple options to find the best fit for themselves and their dog. You should also ask for a tour of any facility where you might board your dog. Some veterinarians have more experience with GSDs than others but specific breed experience does not ensure that one veterinarian is better than another.
The following are offered as a resource only. They are not necessarily recommended or inspected by Golden State German Shepherd Rescue and by no means is this a complete list of all qualified companies or individuals. If you would like to add information to this list, please email all the contact information to webmaster@gsgsrescue.org.
Narrow Your Search
Kennels
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Best Friends Pet Resort Contact: Augusta Farley |
2631 Olive Avenue Patterson, CA 95363 (209) 892-3114 |
Experienced dog trainer including German Shepherds and Malinois. Schutzhund competitor. Runs state-of-the art board and training facility. |
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Bretons Kennels/School for Dogs |
Danville, CA 925-736-6231 |
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Camp Four Paws |
Clayton, CA 925-672-9255 |
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Club K9 |
Castro Valley, CA 510-247-9600 |
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Cottage Kennels |
Concord, CA 925-682-3581 |
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Happiness Kennels |
Sunol, CA 925-862-1900 |
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Metro Dog info@metrodog.com |
Richmond , CA 94804 510-524-3647 |
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Alan's Pet Resort |
Lodi, CA 209-369-4388 |
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Canine Corral Dog Daycare |
San Jose, CA |
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The Dog House Inn |
Gilroy, CA 408-842-5600 |
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Trainers
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Barbara Dwyer |
Clayton, CA 925-672-3980 |
Certified Pet Dog Trainer. |
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Barkeley K-9 University Contact: Patrick Gibbons |
, CA 510-629-DOGS (3647) |
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Best Friends Pet Resort & Canine Academy Contact: Augusta Farley |
2631 Olive Avenue Patterson, CA 95363 (209) 892-3114 |
Experienced dog trainer including German Shepherds and Malinois. Schutzhund competitor. Runs state-of-the art board and training facility. |
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Braveheart Dog Training Contact: Vicky Ronchette |
2123 Marina Blvd. San Leandro, CA 94577 (510) 483-2631 |
Training sites in various locations: San Leandro, San Lorenzo, Castro Valley, Dublin. |
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Bring Rover Over Contact: Karen Oliver |
Martinez, CA 925-957-0745 |
Certified Pet Dog Trainer. Group/in home. GSD owner/supporter. |
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Cafe Dog Dog Training Contact: Sioban Bowyer |
Walnut Creek, CA 925-324-6770 |
Private Training |
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Diablo K-9 Academy Contact: Shane Garrehy |
Danville, CA 925-248-0500 |
Basic to Advanced. GSD trainer. Experienced with GSDs. |
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Lynsey Sacher Contact: Lynsey Sacher |
696 San Ramon Valley Blvd #275 Danville, CA 94526 925-215-4883 |
Lynsey is a member of APDT. She is a certified dog trainer and specializes in GSD's and Schutzhund. |
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Michelle Garlick |
Orinda, CA 925-482-5543 |
Trainer: Group classes, Private Training. K9 Nose Work classes. |
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Mt. Diablo Dog Training Club |
Concord, CA |
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Muttamorphosis Contact: Lisa Maze |
Vallejo, CA 94589 510-520-1142 |
Private Training for pet dogs and competitive dog sports. Experienced with German Shepherds. |
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Oakland Dog Training Club |
Oakland, CA |
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Paws 4 Learning Contact: Cheryl Johnson |
Fremont, CA 510-209-9122 |
Dog Trainer / Behavior Counselor APDT #63305 |
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San Lorenzo Dog Training Club |
San Leandro, CA 510-483-4546 |
Group training classes. |
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Train The Behavior Contact: Tanja Baker |
Berkeley, CA 94707 (510) 508-4469 |
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What's Up Dog? Contact: Sarah Scott, CPDT |
, CA 510.393.2212 |
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Unleashed Dog Training |
Petaluma, CA 707-763-9882 |
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CZ Dog Training Contact: Cerena Zutis |
Los Altos, CA |
Experienced German Shepherd Trainer. |
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Denise Fenzi |
San Francisco, CA |
Training for Competition Obedience for AKC and Schutzhund. Positive training methods. |
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Amy Peterson |
Vacaville, CA 707-448-7722 |
Certified Pet Dog Trainer. Competitor in Schutzhund & AKC. GSD owner. |
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Jamie Hulan stdrgnrdr@yahoo.com |
Sacramento, CA 916-928-0314 |
CPDT-KA / Professional Member of APDT. Authorized Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Evaluator. Training at the PetSmart at 3641 Truxel Rd. |
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Julia Priest |
Lodi, CA 209-367-4901 |
Trainer, GSD Schutzhund & AKC competitor,former K9 officer. Long time GSD Rescue supporter. |
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David Deleissegues |
Aromas, CA 831-663-0459 |
Experienced GSD trainer |
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Dawna Caldwell |
San Jose, CA 408-267-7606 |
Experienced GSD trainer |
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Deleta Jone |
Gilroy, CA 408-848-9664 |
Experienced GSD trainer |
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Lance Stackhouse |
Watsonville, CA 831-684-0861 |
Experienced GSD trainer |
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PetSmart Milpitas Contact: Tanya Phan |
175 Ranch Dr. Milpitas, CA (408) 956-1044 |
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Veterinarians
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Alameda Pet Hospital |
Alameda, CA 94501 510-523-1626 |
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Antioch Emergency Vet |
Antioch, CA 925-754-5001 |
After hours medical emergencies for animals. |
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Bay Area Vet Specialists Contact: Dr. Adamo |
San Leandro, CA 510-483-7387 |
Neurology Specialist |
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Bishop Ranch Vet Center and Emergency Services |
San Ramon, CA 925-866-8387 |
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Claremont Vet Hospital |
Oakland, CA 510-652-5835 |
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Contra Costa Veterinary Emergency Center |
Concord, CA 925-798-2900 |
24 hr emergency vet services |
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Disney Pet Hospital |
Concord, CA 925-689-4244 |
General Medicine |
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Dr. Hacker |
El Cerrito, CA 501-559-1755 |
Eye Specialist |
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El Cerrito Pet Hospital |
El Cerrito, CA 510-234-4582 |
General medicine |
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Four Seasons Animal Hospital info@fourseasonsah.com |
3210 Old Tunnel Road Lafayette, CA 94549 (925) 938-7700 |
Four Seasons AH has been very supportive to rescue. |
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Geary Veterinary Hospital |
Walnut Creek, CA 925-938-8010 |
General medicine |
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Lake Vet |
Oakland, CA 510-452-1255 |
Extremely GSD friendly and knowledgeable. Long time GSD Rescue supporters. |
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Montecito Animal Clinic |
Pacheco, CA 925-686-0683 |
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Muller Vet Hospital Contact: Erin Troy |
Walnut Creek, CA 925-934-8042 |
Long time GSD Rescue supporter. Has complete medical care, chiropractic, water therapy for dogs. |
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Tail Wag Vet |
Brentwood, CA 925-684-2862 |
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Veterinary Medical Specialists Contact: Dr. Micki McCabe |
Concord, CA 925-771-1180 |
Owns a GSD and is well versed in GSDs. |
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Veterinary Surgical Associates |
Concord, CA 925-827-2364 |
Specialists for all surgical procedures/needs. Well established history. |
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Adobe Animal Hospital |
Los Altos, CA |
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Bradshaw Vet Hospital Contact: Dr. Petrunich |
Elk Grove, CA 916-685-2494 |
Dr. Petrunich is a GSD owner and well versed in GSD & their needs. Very supportive of GSD Rescue. |
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Bradshaw Vet Hospital Contact: Dr. Petrunich |
Elk Grove, CA 916-685-2494 |
Dr. Petrunich is a GSD owner and well versed in GSD & their needs. Very supportive of GSD Rescue. |