CANIS - Dog Behavior & Training

Motek's says: "At home I am sometimes bored, but when I come to Canis, I get to learn a lot of new stuff with my new friends together with Christiana and Brent! Yes, I know, there is all that stuff about learning about boundaries and making new decisions.... But it turns out all that comes in handy at home! Believe me, it will make your life much easier after you learn about the puppy cycle! I love this place and really happy my pawrents made a smart choice for me... " Motek's dad review : "Motek said it all... Fantastic staff of dog behaviorists that will help you in your relationship with your new family member. Great communication, tools and resources. Highly recommended."

Kaitlyn and the entire Canis team are truly exceptional, but Kaitlyn deserves special recognition. From the very beginning, it was clear how patient, loving, and genuinely invested she is in the dogs she works with. She does not just train dogs, she truly cares for them, and that was especially evident in the way she connected with Kobe. Kobe absolutely loved being at Canis, and even more so, he adored Kaitlyn. Knowing he was with someone who treated him with so much kindness, consistency, and respect gave me complete peace of mind. Kaitlyn took the time to understand Kobe’s personality, his quirks, and what motivates him, and she tailored her approach to meet him exactly where he was. After completing the board and train program, Kobe came home like a completely different dog in the best way possible. His behavior, focus, and responsiveness improved tremendously, yet he is still the same goofy, lovable, incredibly friendly pup we adore. The transformation felt balanced and thoughtful, never forced, and that speaks volumes about Kaitlyn’s skill and philosophy as a trainer. The Canis staff as a whole are professional, supportive, and clearly passionate about what they do, but Kaitlyn’s warmth and dedication truly set this experience apart. I cannot recommend Kaitlyn and Canis enough to anyone looking for high quality training paired with genuine care and love for their dog. Kobe gained so much from this experience, and so did we. THANK YOU KAITLYN!!!!

We cannot say enough great things about CANIS Dog Behavior & Training in Tarzana, especially Hunter, Brent, and the entire training team. From start to finish, our experience was exceptional. Our dog Mamba completed the 4-week City Program, which included boarding with 24-hour care, and we felt confident and at ease every single day knowing he was in such capable, loving hands. The level of professionalism, structure, and genuine care they provide is unmatched. One of our favorite parts of the program was being able to visit and train with Mamba every Sunday. Those sessions were incredibly valuable—not only did we see Mamba’s progress in real time, but Hunter and the trainers took the time to teach us how to properly handle, communicate with, and continue reinforcing his training at home. They were patient, encouraging, and extremely knowledgeable. Brent, the owner, is incredibly hands-on and always present, making sure everything runs smoothly while actively helping with training and educating pawrents along the way. His involvement truly sets the tone for the entire program and shows how much he cares about both the dogs and their families. What truly sets CANIS apart is their alumni portal, which provides ongoing resources even after graduating from the program. We get to stay connected with the team and other pawrents (lol), ask questions, and continue learning—this level of long-term support is such a game changer and shows how invested they are in lasting success. Since completing the program, Mamba has been incredibly independent and well-balanced. He no longer does the things he used to before training—no barking at animals on the TV, no pulling on walks, and he consistently follows commands. One of our favorite changes is that he now goes to his crate on his own when he wants his own space, which speaks volumes about his confidence and comfort. Mamba came home more confident, calm, and responsive, and the transformation has been truly amazing. It’s clear that Hunter, Brent, and the entire CANIS team are passionate about what they do and genuinely care about each dog as an individual—not just a number. If you’re considering professional training and want a team that treats your dog like family while delivering real, lasting results, CANIS Dog Behavior & Training is absolutely worth it. We are beyond grateful for everything they’ve done for Mamba and for us. Highly, highly recommend! 🐕✨

I recently adopted a 5 year old pup from the shelter, I brought him to Canis for training and we have had an amazing experience, I am truly grateful to have found them and it makes the drive more than worth it. From the first meeting you can tell this is a different experience than the average, whether it be training or daycare, the facility, staff, it's different experience. Kaitlyn is an amazing trainer, she has helped so much with Zion in just in a few sessions, and we have just gotten started. I always feel confident with the equipment and different practices to work on between sessions. You can tell she has a really kind heart and truly loves and cares about dogs which I think makes all the difference. Canis is amazing, but I think Kaitlyn is the gem! I would recommend this facility for any dog needs and I HIGHLY recommend Kaitlyn for all things training.

From Aaron who works the front desk who is so helpful and kind to Bobby & Kaitlyn who are amazing, professional, knowledgeable and enthusiastic about properly training all dogs. I adopted a rottweiller with no dog socialization skills and they were amazing with him. You don't need to look any further than this well respected team of professional dog trainers. I did not need to shop around after meeting with Kaitlyn & Bobby, they are the best at what they do and I feel confident to entrust them with any and all of my pets for training. Best in the business.Jesika Floyd