Business Details
25 Years
experience
Expert Dog Training Services in Orange County
Established in 2001 by Master Certified Trainer Caroline Haldeman, Sirius K9 Academy has dedicated over two decades to transforming the lives of dogs and their owners through expert training. Our team specializes in balanced training methodologies, addressing behavioral issues, and preparing working dogs for protection, detection, and therapy roles. With a focus on individualized attention, we offer group classes, private lessons, and board-and-train programs tailored to all breeds and temperaments.Our trainers homes serve as training environments, ensuring personalized care and fostering strong handler-dog relationships. Recognized for excellence, we have trained over 10,000 dogs, including those for celebrities and high-profile clients, while maintaining a commitment to community education and advanced canine development.
Services
Board and Train
Private Lessons
Group Classes
Protection Training
Therapy Dog Training
Detection Training
Rattlesnake Aversion Training
Pet First Aid CPR
Nail Trimming Classes
Competition Obedience
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of experience in advanced dog training methodologies.
- Our board-certified trainers specialize in working and high-drive protection breeds.
- Dogs train in trainers' homes for personalized, low-stress environments.
- We provide unique certifications like Advanced Protection Dog and Narcotic Detector Dog.
- Proven success resolving behavioral issues in over 10,000 dogs nationwide.
Associations and certifications
- AKC CGC
- TDI (Therapy Dog International)
What people say
Highly trained staff
Resolved aggression issues
Personalized training approach
Celebrity client trust
Excellent behavioral rehabilitation
Services
Board and Train
Our immersive board-and-train program places dogs in trainers' homes for personalized instruction. Dogs receive daily one-on-one sessions focusing on obedience, behavior modification, and specialized skills. This low-stress environment accelerates learning while maintaining socialization opportunities with experienced handlers.
Protection Training
We develop elite protection dogs with advanced guarding capabilities through structured programs. Training includes threat detection, controlled aggression, and handler protection scenarios. Dogs earn Advanced Protection Dog certification upon mastering complex security protocols and real-world applications.
Therapy Dog Training
Our TDI-certified program prepares dogs for therapeutic roles in hospitals, schools, and care facilities. Training focuses on temperament stability, public access skills, and specialized tasks for emotional support or physical assistance requirements.
Rattlesnake Aversion Training
This specialized seminar teaches dogs to recognize and avoid rattlesnakes through controlled exposure and aversion techniques. Dogs learn immediate retreat responses to snake scents and sounds, ensuring safety in endemic areas.
Competition Obedience
We prepare dogs for AKC and UKC obedience trials through precision training in complex routines. Programs develop flawless execution of advanced commands, ring confidence, and handler-dog synchronization for competitive success.
People
Caroline Haldeman
Founder & Master Certified Trainer
With over 25 years of experience, Caroline Haldeman established Sirius K9 Academy as Orange County's premier dog training authority. Her expertise in behavioral rehabilitation and protection training has earned industry-wide recognition, including features in dog training publications and television programs.
Questions
What training methods does Sirius K9 Academy use?
We employ balanced training combining positive reinforcement with structured corrections, tailored to each dog's temperament and learning style.
Do you work with fearful or aggressive dogs?
Yes, our specialists have extensive experience rehabilitating dogs with fear, aggression, and other behavioral challenges using proven techniques.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Orange County, Riverside County, and Flagstaff, AZ, with training available at client locations or our specialized facilities.
Can I visit my dog during board-and-train programs?
Yes, we encourage scheduled visits to maintain the handler-dog bond during training stays at our trainers' homes.
What certifications do you offer?
We provide AKC CGC, TDI Therapy Dog, Narcotic Detector Dog, and our proprietary Advanced Protection Dog certifications.
Reviews (4)
Aureliano Rodriguez
Sep 10, 2021
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Took my 11 month GSD to the basic obedience course, and we both had an amazing time. Ani made us and everyone else feel comfortable, you could tell she has a passion for dog training, and is a PROFESSIONAL dog trainer with many years under her belt. Although the cost may seem a bit high, it was worth every penny! I highly recommend Sirius K9 Academy and Ani for the basic obedience course! Looking forward to the intermediate obedience course!
What'S. Up
Aug 24, 2021
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Took my puppy there for her second round of shots and every one was very nice and easy going towards my puppy
Nana Haas
May 14, 2021
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They're wonderful. Unlike other trainers who stress to use ONLY positive reinforcement training, they're realistic with real results. They stress age-appropriate training techniques suited to the dogs lifestyle. They seem tough but the love and encouragement behind the correct behavior helps make sense of it all and why it's so effective
Jonathan Vielma
May 13, 2021
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The owner Caroline is awesome!. To be honest I have been breeding working line german shepherds for years now and come across many trainers who are well known. She is second to none as far as skills, and knowing how to teach.
