DAIRYDELL CANINE - Doggie Dude Ranch & Training Center
4.8★★★★★ · 86 Google reviews · 24 photos
Dog trainer · Petaluma, CA
DAIRYDELL CANINE - Doggie Dude Ranch & Training Center at a glance
Google reviewers rate Dairydell Canine 4.8 out of 5 based on 86 reviews, with the owner responding to 91% of comments. Clients frequently praise the facility's private suites, pool, and knowledgeable staff who provide regular progress updates during board and train programs. Many note significant behavioral improvements in reactive or high-energy dogs after short sessions. However, one low-star review criticized the boarding experience, alleging a dog sustained a head wound from a crate that was too small.
Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 86 reviews (92% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 86 Google reviews (49 with written comments, 4 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 91% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 3, 2026.
Service: Dog Trainer serving Petaluma, California.
Data from Google, last updated October 25, 2026.
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Julia BLocal Guide · 17 reviews
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Exceptional, fantastic, five star experience. Worth every penny and I’m continually impressed with Dairydell. This is my second time working with Dairydell for dog training. Specifically, board and train. Caitlin and Ashlynn were our trainers this time around and they are just great. Checking in and sending progress reports. All staff are knowledgeable and friendly. They are serious about dog training but also let the dogs be dogs. The trainers have a sense of humor and never make you feel uncomfortable about any question or concern. I am blown away by how professional and clean campus is. Consistently tidy, which is no small feat since the place is huge All around amazing place for dogs. My dog starts to get all excited as soon as we approach the entrance- big sign of approval!!
Our 1 year old pup went there for a one week trading. Absolutely phenomenal the change in him.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Dog boarding with training
Response from the owner · 8 months ago
Thank you, Robert!
It was our pleasure to teach you and your puppy the miracle of Leadership through our Dairydell program! We so appreciate your review so others can learn about it, too. :-))
Camilla Gray-Nelson
Owner and Director of Training
Dairydell Canine
Petaluma
We just returned from a one hour training session with Camilla Gray-Nelson at DAIRYDELL CANINE Doggie Dude Ranch & Training Center. It was the most amazing training session we have ever experienced and the results were immediate and have completely transformed the way Max, our German Shepherd, behaves on a leash walk! He is happy that he no longer needs to be directing the pace and direction of the walk . He is relieved to step down from that roll and fall in behind his true leader.
If we could give more than 5 stars we would and definitely look forward to more one on one training sessions at DairyDell Canine.
Services: Dog training
Response from the owner · 4 months ago
YAY, Adam and Max! It was such a pleasure meeting and working with you. Sharing our unique approach to training is always a thrill when we can change a life. You and Max were awesome together!
Very disappointing experience. Boarded my dog for few days, I picked him up with a wound on his head. Staff said the crate he was initially placed was small for him. My dog is crate trained since 8 weeks old, he will never hit his head that strong to cause a wound unless forced or threatened or scared. I was so upset. Also, I added an additional service for my dog to swim in the pool with staff assurance that they will take photos to confirm that the service was done. Upon check out, no photos taken, no apologies, very disappointing. Staff were not as welcoming, compared to my previous experience with K9 Activity Club where they were all smiles and always show excitement to welcome my dog. I never got any update of how he was doing during his stay, especially on the day he allegedly hit his head on the crate. I only found out on check out, not cool. I will never come back here. I’m just sharing this so everyone will be guided.
After just one hour training and assessment with Camilla Gray, owner of Dairydell, our one year old wild, high energy, and reactive pup learned to be a relaxed, obedient, and calm dog. Using her wisdom in understanding dog behavior and psychology and her training methods, in just 48 hours of practice, our dog and household were transformed! We are amazed and thankful.
We took our new Doberman puppy, Dax, to Dairy Dell for their “one hour miracle training session”. I thought to myself “how could this possibly work in one hour” but MAN was I wrong! The course definitely lives up to its title. Our rambunctious Doberman is now listening and behaving so much better, it’s really like night and day. Camilla has a way of simplifying dog training in a way that is so attainable and effective. We are so grateful for Dairy Dell and can’t wait to come back in the future!
I’ve been taking my English Bulldog to Dairydell for a few years now. The staff is super knowledgeable and helpful! My pup comes back after a week or two of boarding clean, healthy, happy, and sleepy. I appreciate how attentive everyone has been with her - they’re well-trained in keeping up with her meds and recently helped me find the best boarding-routine for her after she’s been through two knee surgeries this past year. My vacations are even better knowing that she’s at the best place she could possibly be when I’m out of town.
After visiting four other boarding facilities in Santa Rosa this year and I chose Dairydell to leave my dog while I’m away. Most facilities don’t provide private suites, don’t allow pet beds or toys to be with dog during stay in private suite. Dairydell offers individual nature walks for dogs and playtime with other dogs or individually with staff person. I know my dog will be well taken care of and be safe at Dairydell while I’m on vacation.
Response from the owner · 2 years ago
Thank you, Joan, for taking the time to write a review for us at Dairydell. Our goal is to treat every dog as our own and every client as a friend.
We are delighted to have you join the Dairydell family!
Camilla Gray, Owner
Just finished a set of training sessions with our trainer Tina who was absolutely wonderful! I came with a very fearful dog who pulled on the leash, was reactive on our walks to people and dogs, as well as reactive to guests within the house. I had tried different options for training that were not successful for me. Then I found Dairydell! Tina was able to provide me with the support and tools needed to feel like a confident dog owner. I now go on walks stress free, I no longer have to turn around when another dog is coming my way to avoid a reaction, and I know how to properly introduce my dog to guests making him feel confident and relaxed. I cannot express my gratitude enough because my dog and I can now live a more harmonious life. Thank you Tina and thank you Dairydell!
Response from the owner · 2 years ago
It is always our pleasure and thrill each time we help a dog and their owner live more happily and safely together!