A dog is a reflection.

There's a way through it — and you don't walk it alone.

Two ways to start.

Come to a Saturday. Garrett teaches you the Foundation of his system — how training is actually built — then evaluates dogs live in front of the room. Bring your dog to be evaluated, or come watch first.

Or we come to you. We bring the Foundation and the system to your home, up to two hours, built around your goals and your dog. Tuesdays and Thursdays, within fifty miles of Placerville.

What people say

I asked for help with a rescued foster dog, pulled from a high kill shelter, and unadoptable. Garrett identified the source of the dog's disobedience right away and I saw an immediate change in the dog's response… Garrett doesn't just tell you what to do and leave. He offers ongoing support that I am very grateful to have while working with this dog.

Colleen Q., Elk Grove

After I left a voicemail, Garrett Ridley, the owner, personally called me back first thing in the morning. He was extremely insightful, professional, and took the time to really listen to my concerns… I feel confident moving forward with his guidance to help train my dog.

Curtis F., Roseville

Great day with a lot of very valuable information Garrett and Nicole… Again great job with all the dogs.

Cindy D., Placerville

The trainer

Garrett Ridley has trained dogs for over twenty years and wrote the book this system runs on — Building A Solid Canine. He doesn't train your dog for you. He teaches you to train your dog, then helps you through it — session by session, phase by phase, until the behavior holds.