WHERE DOGS AND THEIR PEOPLE CONNECT
About The Canine Connection
At The Canine Connection, we’re more than just a training service or a daycare and boarding center—we’re Chico’s premier destination for positive reinforcement training and top-tier enrichment daycare and overnight boarding.
Certified Professional Dog Trainer-KA
Certified Dog Behavior Consultant
Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer
Licensed Therapy Dog Evaluator
OWNER AND FOUNDER
Dr. Sarah Richardson
Founded in 2002 by Dr. Sarah Richardson, The Canine Connection began with a simple goal: to provide Chico, California with humane, force-free dog training.
After realizing the area lacked modern, positive reinforcement training options, Sarah opened The Academy to help dogs and their owners build meaningful, joyful connections through proven methods.
Soon clients were asking for play sessions, daycare, and overnight care, which led to the birth of The Resort, now a premier destination for dogs seeking fun and enrichment while their owners are away.
EXPERT CARE, Tail-Wagging Fun
meet the Rest of the team
We don’t think you’ll find a better team of dog care professionals anywhere!
Our team members include certified graduates of the nation’s leading training academies, those who hold or are pursing degrees in animal science, Certified Veterinary Assistants, those en route to becoming veterinarians, and many who are “Fear Free” certified. We are credentialed, competent and… we really care about dogs and their people!
The Academy Team: Training And Behavior
The Resort Team: Daycare and Boarding
building stronger bonds between
dogs and their people
At the root of all we do is a belief that dogs are thinking, feeling partners in our lives and that it is our responsibility to better understand them so that we can be their best guardians.
We believe that the connection between dogs and people can be life-changing, which is why we provide the resources to enhance that connection.

GIVING BACK TO CHICO
Community Involvement
We’re not just passionate about our Canine Connection dogs—we’re dedicated to helping dogs throughout our community. Our core values include extending our work outward to the community we love, helping communities, people, and dogs in need. Together, we can make our community - our world - a better place for dogs and the people who love them and care for them.
MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Join Our Tribe
Are you passionate about working with dogs and dedicated to providing top-quality care? At The Canine Connection, we hire outstanding individuals to work with our amazing clients and their dogs.
Our standards for professionalism are high, the work is challenging, and the rewards are great. Check out our openings and apply today!
TAKE THE NEXT STEP
Ready for a happier, well-trained dog?
Whether you're looking to strengthen your dog's skills or give them a fun, safe place to stay, The Canine Connection is here to help!