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4.9★Google rating
39Google reviews from local owners
2.5 AcresFamily owned training ranch
LifetimeFollow-ups and group classes
Google Reviews
Rated 4.9 Stars By Local Dog Owners
EErika G.6 months ago
★★★★★
We had a great experience with everyone at Blue Star Dog Training! We recently rescued our 2 year old Field Golden Retriever Rogue. Even though she is a happy and loving dog, she didn't know her limits. She knew no boundaries. She would pull during walks, jump on my kids and make them fall. We...
VVince C.2 months ago
★★★★★
We boarded our dog here for 10 days while we were traveling, and from moment we dropped him off, it was clear the staff was warm, attentive, and clearly experienced with dogs of all temperaments. The facility itself was clean, spacious, and well-organized. Our dog came home happy, healthy, and not...
SSteve D.7 months ago
★★★★★
We picked up a couple of strays after they found us, after the 4th of July. It was clear they were likely to reach 75 to 80 lbs, ultimately. Once we decided to welcome the girls into our family, my wife and I decided to send them for training. We wanted both basic commands and off-leash training...
HHailey C.3 months ago
★★★★★
This review is a little overdue, but we cannot say enough amazing things about Blue Star Dog Training and everything they did for our dog, Tater, who trained with them last November! From the very beginning, they treated Tater like family and truly cared about helping her become the best version of...
EEmily5 months ago
★★★★★
I have a GSD female 1 year old and took her to blue star and she has become a completely different dog. She is fearful reactive and was nervous with people and could not be around other dogs without being scared. But her being at blue stars board and train. She is doing soooo much better and our...
RRobert O.10 months ago
★★★★★
At one year old Oliver had learned the basic commands. We contracted with Blue Star to help us bring him to the next level. Our goal was consistent performance regardless of distractions. Ultimately we wanted to qualify him for the AKC Canine Good Citizen certification. We just concluded our final...
DDan O.2 months ago
★★★★★
We had an amazing experience with Blue Star Dog Training ! From the very beginning, Makenna was incredibly knowledgeable, patient ,kind and truly cared about helping both of us and our dog succeed .Out little Levi absolutely adores her. She creates a positive loving environment where dogs can build...
RRich G.4 months ago
★★★★★
Mekenna was our dog trainer. Great dog training experience! She was patient, knowledgeable, and truly cared about our dog. We saw improvements in behavior and obedience, and the training methods were easy to follow and very effective. Highly recommend!”
HHeidi D.a year ago
★★★★★
Truly an amazing team and place! When I first came to them, my dog was having some reactivity issues and would leash pull. Mekenna was super knowledgeable on how to help Lady manage her triggers and modifying the training for her specific needs. I also appreciate her patience and kindness on...
OOlive10 months ago
★★★★★
I cannot say enough amazing things about BLUE STAR dog training facility! My little Yorkie, Butters, came in with big feelings in a tiny body — anxious, reactive, and nervous. After working with their incredible team, she came home like a completely transformed girl. They were patient...
WWendy C.a year ago
★★★★★
We've had the privilege of having every trainer at Blue Star work with our boy Wilson. Wilson loves Delaney as much as we do. She is an amazing person and trainer. Having the comfort of know your pup is not only being trained by the best but is also being cared for and treated with the same love...
JJasmine D.a year ago
★★★★★
I had the privilege of working with Delaney for my puppy, Ayla! Delaney showed so much care, attention, and patience with Ayla. Ayla came back a happy puppy who no longer pulled on a leash, had prolonged stay and down, and slightly more confidence than before. All the trainers were so amazing and...
AAlison S.a year ago
★★★★★
What an amazing training journey for our beloved dog. We were very apprehensive, yet the trainer put us at ease. We trained along with our dog every step and left with a clear understanding of how to transition back home. There are many follow ups, so we feel supported for the future, we can’t say...
JJennifer10 months ago
★★★★★
I can’t recommend Delaney at Blue Star Dog Training highly enough! My Belgian Malinois is already well trained—Delaney did an amazing job with him—but at home… let’s just say he had very strong opinions about obedience. It didn’t take long to realize the real student wasn’t the dog at all—it was...
GGabe G.a year ago
★★★★★
Delaney worked with our 4 month old border collie and absolutely changed our lives! Having a puppy is hard, training a puppy is hard. Delaney helped us lay the foundation and made it possible to enjoy spending time with our energetic, working breed dog. The next time we are in need of dog training...
BBen W.8 months ago
★★★★★
Delaney and Mekenna have made our lives so much easier by training our 9 month old Malinois, Ragnar. She was super patient with my wife and I, who asked ridiculous questions and brought our children with us. The training she provided US was clear and easy to understand. It made us feel like we were...
AAbigail C.11 months ago
★★★★★
Our dog recently finished her 4 week board and train with Blue Star and we cannot recommend them more! We also got a good price with our 4 week board and training as there was a sale. I had looked around/researched online before signing up with Blue Star, and their price was the best I had found...
MMadelyn N.9 months ago
★★★★★
I had such a great experience with blue star dog training and their puppy program! My labradoodle, Teddy, was TERRIFIED of new people, wasn’t potty trained, and constantly jumping on our baby and stealing her binkie. After 4 weeks with McKenna he’s a totally different dog. They completely exceeded...
EErika G.6 months ago
★★★★★
We had a great experience with everyone at Blue Star Dog Training! We recently rescued our 2 year old Field Golden Retriever Rogue. Even though she is a happy and loving dog, she didn't know her limits. She knew no boundaries. She would pull during walks, jump on my kids and make them fall. We...
VVince C.2 months ago
★★★★★
We boarded our dog here for 10 days while we were traveling, and from moment we dropped him off, it was clear the staff was warm, attentive, and clearly experienced with dogs of all temperaments. The facility itself was clean, spacious, and well-organized. Our dog came home happy, healthy, and not...
SSteve D.7 months ago
★★★★★
We picked up a couple of strays after they found us, after the 4th of July. It was clear they were likely to reach 75 to 80 lbs, ultimately. Once we decided to welcome the girls into our family, my wife and I decided to send them for training. We wanted both basic commands and off-leash training...
HHailey C.3 months ago
★★★★★
This review is a little overdue, but we cannot say enough amazing things about Blue Star Dog Training and everything they did for our dog, Tater, who trained with them last November! From the very beginning, they treated Tater like family and truly cared about helping her become the best version of...
EEmily5 months ago
★★★★★
I have a GSD female 1 year old and took her to blue star and she has become a completely different dog. She is fearful reactive and was nervous with people and could not be around other dogs without being scared. But her being at blue stars board and train. She is doing soooo much better and our...
RRobert O.10 months ago
★★★★★
At one year old Oliver had learned the basic commands. We contracted with Blue Star to help us bring him to the next level. Our goal was consistent performance regardless of distractions. Ultimately we wanted to qualify him for the AKC Canine Good Citizen certification. We just concluded our final...
DDan O.2 months ago
★★★★★
We had an amazing experience with Blue Star Dog Training ! From the very beginning, Makenna was incredibly knowledgeable, patient ,kind and truly cared about helping both of us and our dog succeed .Out little Levi absolutely adores her. She creates a positive loving environment where dogs can build...
RRich G.4 months ago
★★★★★
Mekenna was our dog trainer. Great dog training experience! She was patient, knowledgeable, and truly cared about our dog. We saw improvements in behavior and obedience, and the training methods were easy to follow and very effective. Highly recommend!”
HHeidi D.a year ago
★★★★★
Truly an amazing team and place! When I first came to them, my dog was having some reactivity issues and would leash pull. Mekenna was super knowledgeable on how to help Lady manage her triggers and modifying the training for her specific needs. I also appreciate her patience and kindness on...
OOlive10 months ago
★★★★★
I cannot say enough amazing things about BLUE STAR dog training facility! My little Yorkie, Butters, came in with big feelings in a tiny body — anxious, reactive, and nervous. After working with their incredible team, she came home like a completely transformed girl. They were patient...
WWendy C.a year ago
★★★★★
We've had the privilege of having every trainer at Blue Star work with our boy Wilson. Wilson loves Delaney as much as we do. She is an amazing person and trainer. Having the comfort of know your pup is not only being trained by the best but is also being cared for and treated with the same love...
JJasmine D.a year ago
★★★★★
I had the privilege of working with Delaney for my puppy, Ayla! Delaney showed so much care, attention, and patience with Ayla. Ayla came back a happy puppy who no longer pulled on a leash, had prolonged stay and down, and slightly more confidence than before. All the trainers were so amazing and...
AAlison S.a year ago
★★★★★
What an amazing training journey for our beloved dog. We were very apprehensive, yet the trainer put us at ease. We trained along with our dog every step and left with a clear understanding of how to transition back home. There are many follow ups, so we feel supported for the future, we can’t say...
JJennifer10 months ago
★★★★★
I can’t recommend Delaney at Blue Star Dog Training highly enough! My Belgian Malinois is already well trained—Delaney did an amazing job with him—but at home… let’s just say he had very strong opinions about obedience. It didn’t take long to realize the real student wasn’t the dog at all—it was...
GGabe G.a year ago
★★★★★
Delaney worked with our 4 month old border collie and absolutely changed our lives! Having a puppy is hard, training a puppy is hard. Delaney helped us lay the foundation and made it possible to enjoy spending time with our energetic, working breed dog. The next time we are in need of dog training...
BBen W.8 months ago
★★★★★
Delaney and Mekenna have made our lives so much easier by training our 9 month old Malinois, Ragnar. She was super patient with my wife and I, who asked ridiculous questions and brought our children with us. The training she provided US was clear and easy to understand. It made us feel like we were...
AAbigail C.11 months ago
★★★★★
Our dog recently finished her 4 week board and train with Blue Star and we cannot recommend them more! We also got a good price with our 4 week board and training as there was a sale. I had looked around/researched online before signing up with Blue Star, and their price was the best I had found...
MMadelyn N.9 months ago
★★★★★
I had such a great experience with blue star dog training and their puppy program! My labradoodle, Teddy, was TERRIFIED of new people, wasn’t potty trained, and constantly jumping on our baby and stealing her binkie. After 4 weeks with McKenna he’s a totally different dog. They completely exceeded...
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Meet Your Trainers
Certified Trainers. Family Owned.
Owners John and Elke Barbao and their team train every dog at the ranch themselves, and teach you how to keep it going at home.
John Barbao
Owner, Trainer
Certified Professional Dog Trainer
ABC-DT
Elke Barbao
Owner, Trainer
CPDT-KA
ABC-DT
AKC CGC Evaluator
NACSW Certified Nose Work Instructor
Delaney Feywalker
Dog Trainer
Certified Professional Dog Trainer
NePoPo Silver
Mekenna Huber
Dog Trainer
Certified Professional Dog Trainer
ABC-DT
AKC CGC Evaluator
Every board and train program includes
Midway sessionA hands-on session with you halfway through the program.
Go-home sessionWe walk you through every skill and routine at handover.
Lifetime supportUnlimited follow-up lessons and group classes for the life of your dog.
Collar includedChosen for your dog's size, temperament and program.
Our Programs
Pick The Program Your Dog Needs
Board & Train
Your dog lives and trains at our Menifee ranch with daily one on one work. Three to four week programs, lifetime follow-ups included.
Obedience Training
Sit, down, place, heel and recall, plus impulse control, calm greetings and doorway manners.
Private Lessons
One on one lessons at our ranch. Book a single lesson or a six lesson package over two weeks.
Board & Train
Four Programs. One Calm, Well Trained Dog.
Your dog lives at the ranch with our live-in trainers and gets daily one on one training. You join for the midway and go-home sessions.
3 Week Program
The Foundational Program
Calm, connected and easy to live with. For dogs that pull on leash, jump on guests or struggle to settle at home.
Sit, down, place, heel and recall
Impulse control and calm greetings
Doorway and threshold manners
Midway session and go-home session
Lifetime follow-ups and group classes
Training collar included
Dogs 6 months and up
4 Week Program
Patio Pup
Calm, reliable behavior in public, so your dog can come along to patio lunches, coffee shops and weekend getaways.
Sit, down, place, heel and recall, on and off leash
Public outings with manners around food, people and dogs
A calm, neutral mindset in busy places
Midway session and go-home session
Lifetime follow-ups and group classes
Training collar included
Dogs 6 months and up
4 Week Program
Puppy Pro Program
Structure, confidence and communication from the start, so problem behaviors never get a chance to begin.
Sit, down, place, heel and recall
Crate and potty training
Calm greetings and handling for grooming and vet care
Confidence and social exposure
Midway session and go-home session
Lifetime follow-ups and group classes
Puppies 14 weeks to 6 months
4 to 6+ Week Program
Behavior Modification Rehab
For dogs who need more than obedience. We rebuild trust, emotional balance and communication so your dog feels safe.
Reactivity toward dogs, people or noises
Resource guarding of food, toys or space
Fearful, anxious or under-socialized behavior
Desensitization to triggers and new places
Midway session and go-home session
Lifetime follow-ups and group classes
Dogs 6 months and up, four week minimum
The Ranch
2.5 Acres Built For Training
Our family owned ranch in Menifee was designed from the ground up to give your dog the space, structure and support to thrive.
10,000 sq ftFenced grass arena for real-world distraction work
Indoor barnRenovated barn with pro-grade mats, rain or shine
Climate controlledAir-conditioned indoor kennel runs for downtime
Live-in trainersRound-the-clock care and structure on site
How It Works
From First Call To A Well Trained Dog
Certified trainers and a 2.5 acre ranch in Menifee, serving Murrieta, Temecula and surrounding areas.
1
You reach out
Call or send the form. It takes a minute.
2
Free evaluation
We assess your dog's behavior and your goals.
3
Your custom plan
The right program for your dog, built around your goals.
4
Ongoing support
Follow-ups and group classes for the life of your dog.
Service Area
Proudly Serving Menifee & Murrieta
Our training ranch is at 30803 La Ray Ln in Menifee. Board and train, private lessons, puppy and behavior programs for families across the area.