Performance Dogs In Action

Open house — every 4^th Sunday (weather permitting)
This is sooo fun for my lab! He LOVES to swim and run and jump and even do the lure course. For $ 5 of 4 hours of play you can’t beat that! We bring some water toys and share with the other pups. We’ve told so many people and posted a ton of photos on your social media pages because we can’t get enough of Performance Dogs in Action!

Performance dogs in action is an incredible experience. I own a Jack Russell. He is able to play with other dogs,(great for socialization) swim in the year around pond, and my children can even do agility with him.
Both Nola and Kevin are knowledgeable trainers. They always have a upbeat attitude and are ready for their agility class.
I can’t wait to try «go to ground» which is just another way to have fun with your dog. This facility offers so many options for you and your dog to have fun.

Believe it or not, I have been going to Nola’s for 15 years. First with my ACD Ozzie and then with my ACD Cruiser. She understands the needs of different breeds. My dogs don’t do dog parks because they would rather work. They get to work all they want at Nola’s. Whether it is herding, swimming or agility, they stay focused. Even my dachshunds love it there when they have barn hunts, go to ground and lure coursing. I feel safe here because she understands when a dog lacks manners or owner is not in control; Always a teachable moment.

This business discriminated against our mixed breed dog simply because he is part American Staffordshire Terrier. No consideration was given to his great personality and social skills. No evaluation was done. To make judgements solely based on breed is unfair and also unsafe and irresponsible to the dogs who are accepted.

I have been going to classes at PDIA for several months now, and I love the place and the people! Nola, the owner, is very careful to train for dog safety first. She and her staff keep classes small, so each student gets very individualized feedback.
She does not permit any sort of aggressive behavior, so I never worry about my dog being in danger. She starts by training how to do the obstacles safely so that your dog doesn’t get injured. She teaches you footwork and hand movements as you go, so you start the right way.
Nola is patient and understands that each dog has different strengths and weaknesses, and she doesn’t treat those of us who have something other than Border Collies or Aussies like we don’t belong. She encourages everyone.
I can’t say enough good things. I drive 45 minutes through traffic to get there even though there’s a facility in Elk Grove that is about 10 minutes from home. It is worth the trip, especially after trying the closer facility and being treated like crap.
Go to PDIA. You and your dog will love it!

Truly a dog paradise. My dog loves coming here.
I started training at PDIA when my dog was five months old. He was insecure, scared little thing that could barely walk on a leash without pulling. I started obedience with Geri Lopez, and six months later he won his first trial in Rally. Since then he has been in multiple shows in both Rally and obedience. Geri has truly worked wonders with him, and she keeps finding new fun ways for my dog to stay interested and keep progressing. And you’re never out alone at a show, as Geri is always there and often other students too. Whether you want to start showing or not, this is a great place to train.
Also, Nola (the owner/​agility & herding trainer) is somewhat of a border collie mastermind. I leave my dog with her for boarding and daycare, and she has taught him to accept strangers and be a confident dog. As an added bonus, last time I boarded him with Nola, she taught him to dock jump, which he absolutely loves now! Nola has spend so much time and energy on training my dog, even when he was «just» there for boarding, and I am really grateful for what she has done for my dog.
Another thing worth mentioning is the amazing community at PDIA. I have met a lot of amazing people that have taught me a lot about dogs and dog training. I often go up for Sunday Funday just to hang out and let my dog run around and play. Besides herding, agility, and obedience, you’ll find all sorts of fun dog sports events like dock jumping, barn hunt, lure coursing, etc. There is really something for all dogs.
Overall, I love this place and couldn’t imagine taken my dog any place else.

I own an adorable female border collie. We got her at 8 weeks old, however something in her first few weeks of life or family tree have made her a very frightened puppy and therefore was showing signs of fear aggression. I really thought with time and attention I would be able to work through the fear aggression. I was wrong. I was afraid she would be labeled a biter since she was so submissive and would bark/​growl at everyone and every new experience she had. I was desperate so I called Nola Jones at Performing Dogs in Action. Nola did an assessment of my pup and recommended private agility classes as a form of therapy. We are almost 5 months into our classes and I have seen a world of difference with my female BC. In fact, I can take her out in public, expose her to new people and really have a normal life with her. She has a long way to go, but the all the signs are pointing in the right direction. I cannot thank Nola enough for helping me to SAVE this sweet puppy. Nola is the dog whisperer and she knows her stuff. The agility training has given my dog the confidence she needs. I too have learned to be a better parent through Nola’s coaching.

I love this place! I did agility with my border collie here for 8 months and it was amazing. The trainers there are very knowledgeable and helpful. I feel like I have become a better parent to my dog by going here.
The place really does feel like home and dogs love it there. What i like about the place is it doesn’t feel corporate, there is not front office, you literally feel like your are going over to a friends house to play with your dog (s).
Even if you are not into agility or herding with your dog, I would attend the open houses once a month. You can let your dog off leash to swim in the pond or walk around her fenced in 4+ acres of land. You might something for your dog there such as lure coursing, dock jumping, earth dog, ect.
I would recommend this place to any dog owner especially if you have a herding dog with a lot of energy. Do keep in mind they do have a bully breed restrictions. If you have a border collie– this place is a must.

I would give ZERO stars if I could, because this business discriminates against bully breeds. My dog passed the AKC Advanced Canine Good Citizen test, but they wouldn’t even meet with her because she has a broad forehead. This is ridiculous.
DOG OWNERS: Those of you who are putting pressure on businesses to NOT serve bully breeds have no business being dog owners. Go back to Dog School 101. Smart dog owners of any breed should boycott businesses that discriminate, just like you would if they refused to serve a certain race of human.
DOG BUSINESSES: Judge the individual, not the breed. You are making BSL issues worse. At least do an assessment of the dog. Don’t give in to the Farmers’ Insurance model. Revolt. Dogs are dogs and you know that.

Performance Dogs is action is a wonderful place to train your dog in Rally, herding, herd instinct testing, dock jumping and canine agility. My dog just loves going here. Nola the owner puts Cesar Milan to shame, she has a passion for dogs.