Serving El Dorado Hills & The Greater Sacramento Area
Professional Dog & Puppy Training
by Pack Minded Training
Pack Minded Training builds reliable companion dogs and confident owners — led by a trainer with a UC Berkeley degree in animal behavior and a Master’s from UPenn’s School of Veterinary Medicine.
- UC Berkeley B.S. & UPenn Veterinary M.Sc. in Animal Welfare & Behavior
- Real-world training on hikes, in parks, and around everyday distractions
- Owner coaching included — not just a trained dog, a trained team
- Serving El Dorado Hills, Roseville, Folsom & the Sacramento foothills
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6 Month
Follow-Up Support Included
LifeTime
Access to Group Classes
4 Wks
Pack Immersion Board & Train
10+
Cities Served Across Sacramento
We Can Help
If This Sounds Like Your Dog, You're In The Right Place.
Most families come to us frustrated by behaviors that limit their freedom with their dog — not looking for tricks, just a companion they can trust anywhere.
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Pulling On The Leash
Walks feel like a fight instead of something you both enjoy.
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Jumping On Guests
You dread the doorbell as much as your dog loves it.
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Unreliable Recall
Off-leash time means holding your breath, not relaxing.
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Reactivity To Other Dogs
Every walk turns into managing a reaction, not enjoying the outing.
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Leaving The Dog Behind
Hikes, patios, and family trips happen without them.
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Inconsistent Manners
Good behavior at home doesn’t hold up anywhere else.
Meet Your Trainer
Juliana Camacho
- B.S. Molecular Environmental Biology — UC Berkeley, 2022
- M.Sc. Animal Welfare & Behavior — UPenn School of Veterinary Medicine, 2025
Juliana is the founder and head trainer of Pack Minded Training, combining a strong academic foundation with extensive hands-on experience to help dogs and their families succeed. Her education gives her an in-depth understanding of animal behavior, learning theory, and the science behind canine health and behavior — allowing her to approach every dog with both compassion and evidence-based methods.
Beyond her formal training, Juliana has learned directly from respected professionals across the dog training industry, regularly attending seminars and immersing herself in disciplines including behavior modification, scent detection, and working dog sports. That broad toolbox lets her tailor every program to the individual dog in front of her — with one goal: families who can confidently enjoy life with the dog they’ve always wanted.
What To Expect
A Structured Day, Built Around Your Dog.
Leaving your dog in someone else’s care is a big decision. Every Pack Immersion day balances learning, exercise, enrichment, and rest — so training sticks and your dog comes home confident, not just tired.
Morning
Individualized Training
Multiple focused sessions tailored to your dog’s goals and progress.
Midday
Exercise & Enrichment
Supervised activity and enrichment that builds confidence and problem-solving.
Afternoon
Real-World Practice
Skills practiced on hikes, neighborhood walks, parks, and dog-friendly outings.
Throughout
Rest & Routine
Scheduled potty breaks, meals on your dog’s normal schedule, and rest periods to prevent fatigue.
Every Day
Health & Safety Checks
Daily monitoring of appetite, energy, and overall well-being in a climate-controlled, sanitized space.
Ongoing
Photo & Video Updates
Regular updates via shared Google Drive folder and email so you can watch the progress unfold.
Our Programs
Pick The Program That Fits Your Dog.
Every program is customized to your dog’s individual needs and your goals at home.
Most Popular
Pack Immersion
Board & Train
$5,500 / 4-week program
- 4 weeks of immersive, full-time training with our trainer
- Customized plan based on your dog's goals
- Real-world training on hikes, walks, parks & dog-friendly locations
- Behavior modification when applicable
- 3–5 hours of personalized owner instruction during the stay
- Photo & video updates via Google Drive and email
- Go-home lesson, 6 months of follow-up coaching & lifetime group classes
Pack Pioneers
Puppy Immersion
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- Immersive, structured learning during key developmental stages
- Socialization, confidence-building & crate + potty training
- Leash manners, engagement & foundational obedience
- Appropriate exposure to new people, places & everyday experiences
- Tools and knowledge to continue success at home
Pack Retreat
Structured Boarding
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- Maintains routine, structure & enrichment while you're away
- Supervised exercise, mental enrichment & social interaction when appropriate
- Open to Pack Minded graduates and new dogs alike
- Same individualized care and professionalism as every program
Why Families Choose Us
Not All Board & Train Programs Are Built The Same.
What You’ll Often Find Elsewhere
Facility-Only Training
- Training stays inside the facility, rarely tested in real life
- Owners only meet their dog again at pickup
- Training effectively ends when the program ends
- One-size-fits-all daily structure
Pack Minded Training
A True Partnership
- Real-world practice on hikes, field trips & everyday outings
- 3–5 hours of personalized coaching with you during the stay
- Go-home lesson, follow-up coaching & lifetime group classes included
- A program built around your dog's individual goals
In The Field
Every Journey Begins With The Right Pack.
From puppy foundations to advanced training, real sessions with real dogs across the Sacramento foothills.
Where We Get The Best Results
Labradors, Doodles, Golden Retrievers & Shepherds
Labradors • Doodles • Golden Retrievers • Shepherds
Service Areas
Serving El Dorado Hills & The Greater Sacramento Area.
Based in El Dorado, CA and proudly working with families throughout the region.
Greater Sacramento • El Dorado Hills • Shingle Springs • Granite Bay • Roseville • Rocklin • Auburn • Lake Tahoe • Davis
How It Works
3 Simple Steps To Get Started.
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Complete The Form
Tell us about your dog, their goals, and what you’re hoping to change.
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Free Phone Consultation
Juliana calls to talk through the right program for your dog — no pressure.
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Start Training
Your dog joins the pack and training begins, with updates every step of the way.
Common Questions
Answers To Your Top Questions.
Your dog lives and trains with our trainer for the length of the program, following a structured daily routine of individualized training, exercise, enrichment, and rest. Skills are practiced in real-world settings like hikes, neighborhood walks, and dog-friendly locations — not just inside a facility.
Yes. Every dog receives individualized care based on age, temperament, and training needs, with constant supervision during training, exercise, and any social interaction. Living spaces are cleaned and sanitized daily, accommodations are climate-controlled, and appetite, energy, and overall health are monitored daily with immediate communication if any concerns arise.
Yes — you’ll receive 3–5 hours of personalized instruction during your dog’s stay, plus regular photo and video updates through a shared Google Drive folder and email. At the end of the program you’ll complete a comprehensive go-home lesson, followed by follow-up lessons and lifetime access to group classes.
The 4-week Pack Immersion program starts at $5,500. Total investment depends on your dog’s specific goals and any behavior modification needed — we’ll walk through exact pricing on your free phone consultation.