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Talk to a dog trainer Sacramento families can count on — free, 30 minutes, no pressure. Whether your dog needs basic manners, behavior support, or an immersive training experience — we have a path for you. Every program at Wholistic Canine is built around real life: what's happening in your home, on your walks, and in the moments that actually matter. Not sure where to start? We'll help you figure that out too.

Who is this for

Anyone who isn't sure where to start. Someone on the team will call you at the scheduled time to learn about your dog and point you in the right direction.

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Talk to a Dog Trainer Sacramento: What Happens on Your Free Call

  1. Your dog’s story

    You talk, we listen

    Tell us about your dog — age, breed, what’s working, and what’s driving you crazy. Real talk, no judgment.

  2. The whole dog

    We ask the questions that matter

    We look at the whole dog — breed and genetics, environment, learning history, and what daily life actually looks like at your house.

  3. Your next step

    You leave with a clear next step

    An honest recommendation — a package, a group class, or advice you can use today. If we’re not the right fit, we’ll tell you who is.

Good to know: your call is with a real trainer, not a salesperson. Our team is led by Terra Ruiz, Licensed Family Dog Mediator®, working professionally with dogs since 2012. If you can, have a quick video of the behavior handy — it tells us more than a description ever could.

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5 stars by 100+ customers

Terra was very quick to communicate after I sent off my email and was 2 of 5 companies that even returned my email as I searched for a trainer. I appreciated her time and ability to give me some guidance prior to even having my puppy.

— Zachary Heath

SweetAz Productions, Sacramento

Mitch was a great trainer and we learned some very valuable techniques through our puppy package with them. Mitch taught us how to help him control his urges and calm himself down when play time is over.

— Ciara N.

Terra took so much care to listen to my issues, understand my dog's breed mix and diagnose the issues we are having. Terra gave me useful practical advice and tools to implement immediately.

— Lexi N.