Confident Canines Academy helps families throughout Morgan Hill, Gilroy, San Jose, and the Bay Area create calm, obedient, and reliable dogs through proven, real-world training programs. Founded by retired police officer and veteran Michael Miller, we specialize in puppy training, obedience training, leash manners, reactivity, behavior modification, off-leash reliability, and family dog training. Whether you're raising a new puppy or struggling with barking, jumping, pulling, or aggression, our Board & Train and Day Train programs deliver lasting results and lifetime support. Our mission is simple: help families enjoy more freedom, confidence, and trust with their dogs wherever life takes them.
Training & services
Training goals
Behavior consultation
Leash training
Obedience training
Puppy training
Recall training
Behavior support
Aggression training
Barking
Reactivity training
How training happens
Board and train
Pack walks
Dog age
Puppies
Additional services
Boarding
Other listed services
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5/5We had an amazing experience with our dog trainer Camila over the past 6 weeks. From day one, she was patient, knowledgeable, and truly invested in both our dog and us as owners. The training was structured but realistic, and we saw consistent progress each week. Our dog is more …Read full reviewClose full review
We had an amazing experience with our dog trainer Camila over the past 6 weeks. From day one, she was patient, knowledgeable, and truly invested in both our dog and us as owners. The training was structured but realistic, and we saw consistent progress each week. Our dog is more confident, responsive, and well-behaved, and we were given clear tools and guidance to continue the work at home. What really stood out was how supportive and encouraging Camila was—no judgment, just solutions. We’re so grateful for everything we learned and highly recommend them to anyone looking for effective, compassionate dog training
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Dawn Mathis
5/5
Was fantastic. Our baby is even more behaved and learned so much. Camila is a great trainer. Chewie loves her. Would highly recommend this place. 5 stars isn’t enough
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Kate Dawson
5/5Just picked up my dog today after a month board and train and I couldn’t be happier. Every one of the staff I had contact with was amazing. They give you realistic expectations for your dog and make sure they talk to you about your concerns. Two weeks into the training they have …Read full reviewClose full review
Just picked up my dog today after a month board and train and I couldn’t be happier. Every one of the staff I had contact with was amazing. They give you realistic expectations for your dog and make sure they talk to you about your concerns. Two weeks into the training they have you come see your dogs progress and start teaching you what to do when your dog comes back home. I felt like my dog was cared for and enjoyed his time there.
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emily knight
5/5
My dog was becoming very aggressive towards people and other dogs. She did the one month board and train and is now responding to commands and very responsive to the e-collar.
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Matt Gallagher
5/5
Great training for our Labradoodle, Chip! The trainers were well organized and knew what they were doing. Confident Canines helped build his confidence and strengthen our bond with him.
Highly recommend!!
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