Business Details
17 Years
experience
Expert Dog Training in San Jose, CA
Founded in 2009, Cali K9 has established itself as a leader in modern dog training through our proprietary 5-Pillar Method, which addresses obedience, behavior modification, agility, socialization, and advanced training. Our approach combines motivational techniques and positive reinforcement, ensuring training remains engaging for dogs while delivering measurable results. With expertise in working with high-profile clients and law enforcement K9s, we cater to all breeds and temperaments, adapting our methods to meet individual needs.Our team, led by certified trainer Jas Leverette, brings decades of experience in animal communication and protection sports, including Schutzhund and PSA decoy work. We pride ourselves on fostering lasting relationships between dogs and their owners, supported by a community-focused philosophy and a track record of transforming over 3,500 canine lives globally. Our mission is to empower pet owners with practical solutions, ensuring every dog achieves its full potential through structured, science-backed training programs.
Services
Obedience Training
Behavior Modification
Agility Training
Socialization Programs
Advanced Training
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We offer over 15 years of experience in animal communication and dog training since 2009.
- Our 5-Pillar Method guarantees results through obedience, behavior, and agility training.
- Certified trainers specialize in Schutzhund and protection sports techniques.
- Proven success with high-profile clients, law enforcement K9s, and rescue rehabilitation.
- Community-focused approach emphasizing positive reinforcement and lasting relationships.
Associations and certifications
- Schutzhund (IPO)
- Protection Sports
What people say
Award-winning training
Expert advice
Proven results
Positive reinforcement
Celebrity endorsements
Services
Obedience Training
Build a solid foundation for your dog through structured obedience training. Our programs focus on essential commands, focus, and responsiveness to create a well-behaved companion. Using motivational techniques, we ensure training remains engaging while addressing distractions and reinforcing positive behavior patterns.
Behavior Modification
Address anxiety, aggression, and other behavioral issues with tailored solutions. Our trainers use positive reinforcement to identify triggers and modify unwanted behaviors. This service includes personalized strategies for excessive barking, jumping, and reactivity, ensuring long-term improvements in your dog's temperament and adaptability.
Agility Training
Enhance your dog's coordination and mental engagement through fun agility exercises. This service focuses on obstacle courses, speed drills, and problem-solving activities to stimulate both body and mind. Ideal for high-energy breeds, agility training builds confidence and strengthens the human-canine bond through interactive play.
Socialization Programs
Ensure your dog becomes well-adjusted around people and other pets through structured socialization sessions. We create controlled environments to expose dogs to new experiences, reducing fear and aggression. This service is critical for puppies and rescue dogs, fostering confidence and appropriate interaction skills in diverse settings.
Advanced Training
Prepare your dog for specialized roles in service work, canine sports, or law enforcement through advanced training. Our programs include off-leash precision, complex command sequences, and high-distraction environments. This service caters to working dogs and owners seeking elite-level performance, emphasizing handler loyalty and operational readiness.
People
Jas Leverette
Founder/Owner
Jas Leverette is a certified dog trainer and animal communicator with over 15 years of experience in protection sports and Schutzhund. As host of Netflix's Canine Intervention, he has trained dogs for celebrities and law enforcement agencies, specializing in behavior modification and advanced obedience techniques.
Questions
What training methods does Cali K9 use?
We use motivational-based training and positive reinforcement through our 5-Pillar Method, focusing on obedience, behavior modification, agility, socialization, and advanced training techniques.
Do you offer online training options?
Yes, we provide online training courses accessible worldwide, including video lessons and personalized guidance for dog owners unable to attend in-person sessions.
What areas do you serve?
We serve the San Jose Bay Area, Los Angeles, and offer online training programs for clients globally.
Can you handle aggressive or reactive dogs?
Yes, our behavior modification programs specialize in addressing aggression and reactivity through tailored solutions and positive reinforcement techniques.
Are payment plans available?
We offer flexible payment options for our training programs. Contact us directly to discuss financing arrangements and current promotions.
Do you work with service or working dogs?
Yes, our advanced training programs include specialized preparation for service dogs, canine sports competitors, and law enforcement K9s.
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