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San Francisco puppy head start program, small dog playcare, group training classes & off-leash group adventures with shuttle service.

Top Dog SF is home to the Puppy Headstart Program, Small Dog PlayCare, Group Adventure Walks, and more services providing fun, training, exercise, and enrichment for San Francisco's doggie population.

28/11/2025

Strong training starts with trust. At Top Dog SF, we use positive reinforcement to help your dog understand how to navigate everyday San Francisco living with confidence. Dogs in Sea Cliff, Noe Valley, and the Richmond learn to stay focused around distractions, respond with ease, and settle into patterns that make daily life more enjoyable.

Our puppy training lays the groundwork for good manners, and our small playgroups and dog walking programs give your dog structured practice in real-world environments. Every moment is a chance to build skills that last a lifetime.

27/11/2025

When every paw-tastic moment counts, Top Dog SF is here to make your day brighter—or should we say Black Friday brighter? Juggling a full schedule might mean it's hard to get your dog the enrichment they need, especially here in San Francisco's Sunset District. You can leave that to us, whether it's building new skills through puppy training or exploring with delight alongside our dog walking crew through tweeting trees and wide, grassy spaces. Our professional dog trainer team uses positive reinforcement techniques, creating a safe, joyful experience for your pet. Curious about how our tailored dog socialization programs beat the urban rush? Give your dog the experience they deserve this season. Contact us to find out how you can make every day a fun adventure for your furry friend!

24/11/2025

Rain or shine, the ranch crew shows up ready for adventure 🌧️🐾

The look: soaked, muddy, and absolutely living their best lives. Turns out wet dogs have ZERO complaints when the zoomies are calling.

Nothing stops this pack… except maybe a towel at the end.

21/11/2025

Top Dog SF will be closed Thursday and Friday, November 27 and 28 for the Thanksgiving holiday 🦃🐾

We hope you enjoy the long weekend with good food, cozy time with loved ones, and lots of tail wags.

We’ll be back on Monday. Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving!

18/11/2025

Puppy parents, let’s chat socialization—because early learning matters! 🐾

Our Puppy Socials are small-group, 45-minute weekly play sessions for puppies aged 8–14 weeks, carefully run by certified trainers. Your pup gets to practice polite play skills, build confidence, and learn positive social behaviors in a clean, supervised space—and you’ll pick up helpful tips too.

Held at our Taraval facility every Saturday at 10 AM, these sessions are the paw-fect way to support your puppy’s development during their most important learning stage.

Start your weekend with wiggles, wags, and some seriously cute puppy play.

15/11/2025

Dogs in Noe Valley, the Castro, and Bernal Heights are some of the happiest in San Francisco—and for good reason. There’s so much to explore! At Top Dog SF, we guide dogs through that excitement with positive reinforcement and social play that encourages calm, confident behavior.

Our programs focus on building real-world skills like loose-leash walking, recall, and attention—perfect for busy city streets or relaxed park strolls. Each session is tailored to your dog’s energy, personality, and your neighborhood lifestyle.

Ready to help your dog feel at ease in every situation? Let’s get started.

14/11/2025

Why We Do What We Do ❤️

Client feedback like this? It keeps us going.

“We honestly do not know how we would have shaped Millie without Top Dog. We needed a safe and reliable place to socialize and train our puppy while keeping up with busy work schedules. After calling and touring various programs in the city, we left Top Dog feeling confident that Millie would be happy, safe, and learning. We enrolled her in Puppy Head Start, and it was a decision we never looked back on.

Throughout the program, Mike and team kept us closely updated on Millie’s progress. We received frequent photos and videos that showed what she was practicing and how we could reinforce those skills at home. Mike is patient, kind, passionate, and knowledgeable. He helped us work through several tricky situations, especially around Millie’s fears, and always gave us practical steps that worked. Raina and Michelle were also wonderful with Millie. They were warm and encouraging.

Millie is thrilled to go to Top Dog every time. She walks in with a happy, wagging tail, which tells us everything about how she is treated there. Top Dog has given us a well-supported start as new dog parents, and Millie absolutely loves it!” - Zoe Ye

Thank you for trusting us with your pup…we’re proud to be a part of your dog’s journey.

See what makes our programs different at topdogsf.com.

13/11/2025

Every dog deserves a space where learning feels natural and fun. At Top Dog SF, that’s what we do best. As a professional trainer in San Francisco, I design each session to bring out your dog’s best — blending play, structure, and positive reinforcement.

From socialization in the Outer Sunset to training walks through Golden Gate Park, your pup learns confidence and focus right where life happens. It’s about building habits that make city living smoother for both of you.

Want your dog to feel calm, confident, and ready for any adventure? Let’s make it happen.

10/11/2025

We’re thrilled to announce our Canine Good Citizen Weekly Prep Classes are here! 🐾🎓

Join us every Tuesday night for an intermediate-level drop-in class designed for our training grads who are ready to keep growing their skills and confidence. Whether you’re preparing for the AKC Canine Good Citizen Test or just want a well-mannered, city-savvy pup, this class is for you!

✨ Open to graduates of:

• Puppy Head Start

• Puppy Preschool (Puppy 101)

• Puppy Kindergarten (Puppy 201)

• Our 8-week private training programs

Each week, we’ll focus on foundational skills like walking through crowds, staying calm with distractions, coming when called, and politely greeting new people and pups.

This class is all about building confidence, focus, and teamwork—helping your dog shine in real-world settings. 🌟

📍 Tuesdays at Top Dog SF

🐶 For dogs 6+ months, fully vaccinated, and pro-social

🎯 Optional AKC Canine Good Citizen certification available after 10 classes

Ready to level up your training? Visit training.topdogsf.com to learn more and reserve your spot!

06/11/2025

Our dogs are part of the heartbeat of San Francisco — joining us for morning walks, park picnics, and coffee runs. That’s why we built Top Dog SF: to help dogs and owners feel more connected through trust, structure, and play.

With positive reinforcement and clicker training, we help dogs of all ages feel confident in our city’s lively spaces, from the Outer Sunset to Forest Hill. Socialization here isn’t just about fun — it’s how dogs learn to be their best selves in a community that loves them.

Let’s make your daily walks calmer, happier, and full of connection.

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Monday	08:30 - 17:00
Tuesday	08:30 - 17:00
Wednesday	08:30 - 17:00
Thursday	08:30 - 17:00
Friday	08:30 - 17:00
Sunday	08:30 - 14:00

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