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Companion Canine Dog Training

Dog trainer · Central Point, OR · reviewed since 2024

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 59%98+57.5Reliability 26%97+25.3Value 15%100+15.2Experts Score= 98Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.98SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#14 of 75 dog trainersPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 82%
5.0 ★★★★★ 31 Google reviews · 23 photos
100%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
97%reviews answered by the owner
Aug 2026latest review

Companion Canine Dog Training at a glance

Google reviewers rate Companion Canine Dog Training 5/5 based on 31 reviews, with the owner responding to 97% of them. Customers describe services including board and train programs, private obedience sessions, and group classes, noting that trainers provide tailored plans for issues like reactivity, leash pulling, and anxiety. Recurring themes highlight clear communication, patient instruction for owners, and significant improvements in dog behavior. No common criticisms or low-star patterns appear in the provided excerpts.

  • Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 31 reviews (100% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 31 Google reviews (30 with written comments, 12 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 97% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: August 29, 2026.
  • Service: Dog Trainer serving Central Point, Oregon.

Data from Google, last updated October 25, 2026.

Score profile vs other dog trainers

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: value and momentum; weakest: reliability.

Satisfaction98Reliability97Craft & service–Value100Momentum100Replies to reviews–Satisfaction: 98 (median 95)Reliability: 97 (median 94)Value: 100 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)
This companyDog Trainers median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Companion Canine Dog Training: 98/100 on this factor. Category median: 95.A
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ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Companion Canine Dog Training: 97/100 on this factor. Category median: 94.A
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Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Companion Canine Dog Training: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
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MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Companion Canine Dog Training: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
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Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 51.–
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Star ratings

31 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars31100%
  • 4 stars00%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star00%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 30 written reviews

  • Praise51100%
  • Complaints00%

PriceGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price655%
  • Reasonable545%
  • Overpriced00%
  • Not sure00%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude1529%
  • Would recommend1529%
  • Communication1122%
  • Speed & response36%
  • Honesty & trust36%
  • Quality & results24%
  • Price & value24%

What customers talk about

We read 30 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “We met with several of the many knowledgeable & experienced Companion Canine trainers and we are very happy with the services & results!”
  • “Fantastic people and Great Trainers, Highly recommended”
  • “Seriously save the relation ship I have with my rescue and she now listens way better because I know how to communicate with her!”
  • “I found them through Instagram and was immediately impressed by their approach to dog training.”
  • “Honestly, we needed the training just as much as our puppy did.”
  • “We had a great experience with this board and train program.”
  • “Worth every penny.”

People customers mention

  • Gueseppe 9 reviews
  • Becky 9 reviews
  • Aussie 4 reviews
  • Giuseppe 3 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Companion Canine Dog Training for 3 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent reviews

Mimi1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

We sent our two Malamute pups, individually, to the 4 week Companion Canine Board & Training program. We made use of the included follow-up sessions to have our questions answered & to reinforce the training. We met with several of the many knowledgeable & experienced Companion Canine trainers and we are very happy…

Reasonable priceDog boarding with training
Dana12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

Both of the trainers I got to work with were absolutely amazing!! Seriously save the relation ship I have with my rescue and she now listens way better because I know how to communicate with her! Her reactivity is gone and no more accidents in the house! Thank you guys so much!!!

Great priceDog training
lynn6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★

Gueseppi and his team are very knowledgeable and patient, especially with the humans😁. They are very professional and have trained my dog and continue to train us both. Big thanks!

Reasonable priceDog boarding with training
Gina7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★★

We had a great experience with this board and train program. Our dog went from pulling on the leash and having very little self-control to reliably holding a sit, down and staying on place—such a big improvement. Also, he has the best heel. The verbal commands they teach are so user friendly as well. The trainers…

Customer photo from Gina's review
Great priceDog boarding with training
Kay4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★

We started training our golden retriever puppy with Companion Canine when she was about four months old, and we’ve been so impressed with their clear, straightforward approach. We came in with specific goals for our dog, and they truly listened, creating a plan tailored to our needs using real-world scenarios.…

Reasonable priceDog boarding with trainingDog training
Sarah8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 7 months ago★★★★★

Highly recommend Companion Canine! We did 8 private training sessions for our 8yo reactive Aussie mix. We started with a foundation of basic obedience and then built onto those skills to address the reactivity. We’ve tried other dog trainers in the past with no luck. I am so thankful we can finally take Murphy on…

Customer photo from Sarah's reviewCustomer photo from Sarah's review
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Customer reviews

5.0 ★★★★★ 31 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Nicole TimmLocal Guide · 25 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Nicole has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Fantastic people and Great Trainers, Highly recommended

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Dog boarding with training, Dog boarding, Dog training
Response from the owner · a month ago

Thank you Nicole!

Dakota Gonzales1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Dakota has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

My dog Mochi is a 4 year old Border Collie/ Blue Heeler mix. He did a 4 week board and train with Companion Canine. He has every problem you can think of - bite risk, hates new people, places and things. He doesn’t like when people bend down to pick things up off the floor, he hates bugs that fly, he hates bikes, joggers and anything that moves. We had been through multiple trainers before we ended up finding Companion Canine. We tried everything, vibrating collar, spray bottle, etc. Nothing worked until we found them. They truly changed our lives and my dog’s life. They gave him structure, obedience, freedom from his anxiety and they empowered us, his owners with tools to use to help him navigate life as a dog with anxiety. We no longer live in fear that Mochi will embarrass us in public, or bite someone out of fear. We were able to learn what bothered him so much and work with him through those things to make sure we all stay safe. Unless you have had a dog who is scared of everyone and everything, you may not understand the anxiety associated with hoping you are giving your dog the best life. They have truly helped us give Mochi a better life and helped us make it so we can live with less fear. Mochi is better for it and so are we. We will always go back to them for boarding and training help. They met us with empathy and logic for how to help Mochi. We appreciate them so much!

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Dog boarding with training, Dog boarding
Response from the owner · a month ago

Awww this kind of feedback keeps up going, thank you for trusting us and letting us be a part of your journey!Mochi is so lucky to have you!

Mimi Bakalinsky1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Mimi has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

We sent our two Malamute pups, individually, to the 4 week Companion Canine Board & Training program. We made use of the included follow-up sessions to have our questions answered & to reinforce the training. We met with several of the many knowledgeable & experienced Companion Canine trainers and we are very happy with the services & results! Our dogs are colossal sized & powerful and without the training we would be out of our depth! We’re very grateful to Companion Canine and especially to Gueseppe who has an extraordinary & uncanny ability with both dogs and their owners. My husband & I are now also well trained! We will be using Companion Canine’s boarding services soon & we’re glad to know that our dogs will be wonderfully taken care of & with staff they recognize. We highly recommend Companion Canine!!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Dog boarding with training
Response from the owner · 2 months ago

Thank you for these kind & encouraging words, you guys have put in a lot of excellent work into these pups!

Dana12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Dana has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Both of the trainers I got to work with were absolutely amazing!! Seriously save the relation ship I have with my rescue and she now listens way better because I know how to communicate with her! Her reactivity is gone and no more accidents in the house! Thank you guys so much!!!

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Dog training
Response from the owner · 2 months ago

You guys rock, keep up the great work Dana, thank you for the amazing feedback!

lynn chiment6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews lynn has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Gueseppi and his team are very knowledgeable and patient, especially with the humans😁. They are very professional and have trained my dog and continue to train us both. Big thanks!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Dog boarding with training
Response from the owner · 4 months ago

Thank you, you are doing a great job with Pepsi!

Gina Fericks7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Gina has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

We had a great experience with this board and train program. Our dog went from pulling on the leash and having very little self-control to reliably holding a sit, down and staying on place—such a big improvement. Also, he has the best heel. The verbal commands they teach are so user friendly as well. The trainers are wonderful and clearly very skilled. We felt completely comfortable leaving him in their care, which says a lot. Communication throughout the process was excellent, with regular updates that gave us peace of mind. Highly recommend to anyone looking for real results with caring, professional trainers.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Dog boarding with training
Response from the owner · 5 months ago

Thank you so much we all really love Bridger and watching him grow! 🥰

Mike FreyLocal Guide · 14 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Mike has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

We adopted a rescue dog with some Belgian Malinois in him—about a year and a half old. He had previously been adopted and returned due to behavior issues, and while we could see how smart he was, we also knew he was going to need proper training. After an extensive search in the area, we chose Companion Canine—and it was absolutely the right decision. We worked one-on-one with Tiffany for 8 weeks, and Tisha and I couldn’t be happier with the results. We genuinely looked forward to every session. Tiffany was incredible—not just in training Toby, but in teaching us how to work with him, communicate clearly, and build that connection. And yes… a little therapy along the way didn’t hurt either. Since completing the one-on-one sessions, we’ve also attended group classes and pack walks. The alumni group sessions are a great way to reinforce everything you’ve learned, and the pack walks are such a rewarding experience for both you and your dog. We are so glad we chose Companion Canine and would highly recommend their entire team and training philosophy to anyone looking to build a strong, lasting bond with their dog.

  • Services: Dog training
Response from the owner · 5 months ago

Thank you! You guys have done amazing work & have really showed up for your pup, we love working with you!

Kay K4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kay has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

We started training our golden retriever puppy with Companion Canine when she was about four months old, and we’ve been so impressed with their clear, straightforward approach. We came in with specific goals for our dog, and they truly listened, creating a plan tailored to our needs using real-world scenarios. Honestly, we needed the training just as much as our puppy did. The sessions were easy to follow, and it felt very manageable to come home and practice what we learned. More recently, we enrolled our pup in their board-and-train program while we were on vacation. When she came home, it was clear her training had been solidified. We’re amazed at what she’s able to do now and couldn’t be happier with the results.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Dog boarding with training, Dog training
Ellie Bailey3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Ellie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

We started working with Gueseppe in December of 2025 after our almost 2 year old Aussie, Jett had several instances of almost backing out of her harness and into traffic while walking downtown. She was also very uneasy during all of her walks and endlessly scanned her entire surroundings. It was physically and emotionally exhausting for all of us. The phone consultation was fantastic. Gueseppe asked us a series of questions about her training to date, what we thought was causing her to be nervous and what we wanted to get out of training. We want to be able to travel with her and ensure her safety, was our ultimate goal. We enrolled in the 2-month package with Jett. She was reluctant to enter the building and Gueseppe got to see first hand what a mini Jett panic attack looked like. Our first session was focused on motivation, conditioning and rewarding the behavior we expected her to do. Training with a slip collar made a huge & positive difference in making sure our communication was clear up and down the leash. We used the agility equipment to help her overcome fears of walking on different surfaces. Each week, we got homework to build on the previous learnings and started to see how putting her into obedience brought Jett comfort. We started to see a new spring in her step. By the third session we had already started to see her make breakthroughs in confidence, clarity and calmness when arriving to school. This was when we started working with Tiffany, who was wonderful. She spent a lot of time training me on how to be clear in my communication without bending down and becoming tangled up in the leash. The training of the human gave me so much insight into how I was inadvertently reinforcing the feeling of panic for Jett and I've learned how to dial it way back. I could see and feel Jett's emotional growth. I think she also could feel me getting more relaxed. The major growth day was the day we did a walk downtown with her and Tiffany walked with us as coach. We literally faced every situation that had caused Jett and I to panic in the past. When we got back to the school, we were all so proud of Jett. At our last class, Gueseppe joined us and Jett was happy to show him everything she had learned. Jett has graduated now and we are continuing our work with pack walks, alumni training days and taking her out into situations that we would normally have shied away from. The bonding we've experienced with Jett has been an incredible gift. She used to drool (she gets carsick) at the idea of getting into the car. She now gets excited and puts her paws up so she can be lifted in. Long story short. This training was the best money we have ever spent on any dog training course. We have a small and mighty toolbox to ensure that we are successful in all situations. We have a stronger bond with our pup and our older Aussie is enjoying going on walks with her now. My confidence is much stronger and the gratitude we feel for Companion Canine coming to Jacksonville, OR is immerse.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Dog training
Response from the owner · 7 months ago

Thank you for these incredible words Ellie. Feedback like this keeps us fueled and our whole team feeling inspired! You have done right by Jett, keep up the great work!

Sarah Wahl8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Sarah has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Highly recommend Companion Canine! We did 8 private training sessions for our 8yo reactive Aussie mix. We started with a foundation of basic obedience and then built onto those skills to address the reactivity. We’ve tried other dog trainers in the past with no luck. I am so thankful we can finally take Murphy on walks with other dogs nearby! He’s still a work in progress but SO much better than he was when we started. Now that we’ve wrapped up private training we continue to practice at home, but we especially love the group pack walks and group alumni classes that Companion Canine provides. The team is very friendly and knowledgeable!

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Dog training
Response from the owner · 7 months ago

Thank you Sarah keep up the great work! See you in class!

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