David
Head Trainer / Owner
Founder of South Bay K9 and lead trainer since 2012. David specializes in obedience, off-leash reliability, and serious behavior and aggression work, building custom plans for every dog and owner.
Professional Dog Training · Los Angeles & South Bay
About South Bay K9
We help dogs and their owners build lasting obedience, confidence, and trust through proven, balanced training methods — with real-world results, not just classroom manners.
2012
Training since
All Breeds
Ages & temperaments
7+
Programs offered
South Bay
& Greater LA
Who we are
Professional dog training built on real-world results
South Bay K9 is a professional dog training company serving Los Angeles and the South Bay. Since 2012, we've helped families turn energetic puppies, reactive rescues, and everything in between into calm, confident, well-mannered companions.
We practice balanced training — clear communication, structure, and proven methods that give dogs the boundaries they need and the freedom they've earned. No cookie-cutter classes. Every dog gets a customized plan shaped around its temperament, age, and the life its owner actually lives.
Our specialty is the real world: not just sit-and-stay in a quiet room, but reliable obedience at the park, at the door, around other dogs, and off leash. From puppy foundations and behavior modification to aggression rehabilitation, protection, service dog training, and board & train, we meet each dog where it is and build from there.
Above all, we train owners as much as dogs. Our mission is simple — give every owner the knowledge and tools to build a lifelong partnership with their dog.
Why South Bay K9
What sets our training apart
Customized Plans
No two dogs are the same. We assess temperament, history, and goals, then build a plan tailored to your dog — not a one-size-fits-all program.
Balanced Methods
Clear structure and fair, consistent communication. Dogs learn what's expected, gain confidence, and become reliable in real environments.
Real-World Reliability
We train for life outside the classroom — the door, the park, the leash, and off leash — so results hold up where it actually matters.
What we do
Our training programs
A full range of programs for every stage and every challenge — from first-time puppies to serious behavior work.
Off-Leash Obedience
Reliable, confident control on and off the leash in real-world settings.
On-Command Protection
Structured protection training built on obedience and stable temperament.
Behavior Modification & Aggression Rehab
Focused work for reactive, anxious, or aggressive dogs.
Puppy Development
Early foundations that set puppies up for a calm, confident life.
Service Dog Training
Task-focused training for dogs supporting their owners day to day.
Board & Train / Refresher
Immersive training and tune-ups to lock in lasting results.
Our mission
Bringing freedom between dogs and humans through off-leash training.
Our team
The people behind South Bay K9
A dedicated crew — from the training field to the front office — committed to giving every owner the tools to build a lifelong partnership with their dog.
Mark
Spanish-Speaking Trainer
Bilingual trainer who coaches both dogs and owners in English and Spanish, making structured, balanced training accessible to more South Bay families.
Johnny
Trainer
Hands-on trainer focused on obedience and real-world manners, helping dogs stay calm and responsive around distractions, other dogs, and busy environments.
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Ruby
Trainer
Trainer with a patient, detail-driven approach — great with puppies and confidence-building for shy or nervous dogs working toward steady progress.
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Marco
Trainer
Trainer who thrives on active, high-energy dogs, channeling drive into focus and reliable control through consistent, balanced structure.
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Samantha
Support Executive
The friendly first point of contact at South Bay K9 — answering questions, scheduling, and making sure every client gets a fast, helpful response.
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Rahul
Marketing Head
Leads marketing and brand for South Bay K9, sharing training results and client stories so more owners can find the help their dogs need.
Photos for Ruby, Marco, Samantha, and Rahul are placeholders — send them and I'll drop them in.
Get Started
Ready for a dog you can trust off-leash?
Book your at-home evaluation for $49 — fully credited toward any training program when you enroll. A trainer comes to your home, assesses your dog in the environment where the problems actually happen, and gives you a clear plan. No pressure.
🐾 Book Your At-Home Evaluation $49