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California K9 Solutions of Bay Area is a dog training business in San Jose, California offering Virtual Training, Private Lessons, Board and Train, and Group Classes, with published programs from $497.
San Jose • CA • Training facility • 4.6 ★ (307 Google reviews)
Last verified: Sep 5, 2026
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What they say about themselves
Jas Leverette, the founder and head trainer at California K9 Solutions, brings an unusual background to dog training. Raised in Oakland training dogs and horses while competing in equestrian sports, he went on to earn certifications in Schutzhund and PSA decoy work, compete internationally in dog sport, and title dogs in both IGP and PSA. He later became the host and executive producer of the Netflix docuseries *Canine Intervention*, which according to the company reached the platform's Top 10 and streamed in 190 countries.
The San Jose-based business, which Leverette started in 2009 with just a van and a phone number, has since expanded to locations in Los Angeles, Miami, and New York. Their site reports training over 10,000 dogs and claims partnerships with the San Jose Police Department and a military unit in Turks & Caicos. They describe their method as a proprietary "5-Pillar" system covering obedience, socialization, agility, behavior management, and problem solving—framed as motivation-based training designed to feel like a game for the dog.
The range of services spans puppy foundation work through aggression and anxiety cases to protection dog training and law enforcement K9 work. They also offer a business coaching program for other trainers. The company advertises guaranteed results and states they've never turned away a dog, though prospective clients should clarify what any guarantee covers before enrolling.
Consultations and evaluations before you commit to a program.
A one-on-one call with a Cali K9 specialist to assess the dog's behavior issues and build a personalized training roadmap. Includes a professional program recommendation and immediate action steps.
Best for: New clients unsure which program fits their dog, including dogs with aggression, anxiety, or reactivity concerns.
Focus: Aggression, Fear & anxiety, Leash training, Socialization
Private lessons address aggression, reactivity, and basic obedience, while group classes and semi-private sessions are reserved for returning clients. California K9 Solutions of Bay Area also offers a four-week board and train with handoff sessions, plus virtual training packages that run six months with ongoing support.
Virtual training packages are the only programs with published rates: $497 for the standard six-month course, or $997 for the platinum tier with lifetime support. Pricing for private lessons, group classes, and board and train requires contacting them directly.
The dog stays with Cali K9 for a set number of weeks working through the 5-Pillar method to address issues like leash reactivity and lack of structure, with a pickup day demonstration for the owner.
The dog boards on-site for the program duration and the owner picks the dog up at the end with a demonstration of progress.
Best for: Dogs with significant behavior issues such as reactivity or fear aggression, per case studies described.
Focus: Leash reactivity, Aggression, Basic obedience, Recall & off-leash
Duration: 4 weeks
Includes: Owner handoff sessions
Board and Train in San Jose typically runs $188–$5,880 across 10 programs that do publish pricing. Ask this trainer for a written quote before comparing.
| Program | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Board & Train (4-Week Program) | Not published | 4 weeks |
In-person one-on-one training sessions tailored to the dog's specific behavior, temperament, and the owner's goals, delivered by certified Cali K9 trainers.
A certified trainer works directly with the dog and owner in individual sessions.
Focus: Basic obedience, Leash reactivity, Aggression, Socialization
Private Lessons in San Jose typically runs $95–$2,940 across 12 programs that do publish pricing. Ask this trainer for a written quote before comparing.
| Program | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| In-Person Training | Not published | — |
Live group training sessions conducted over Zoom for returning clients to reinforce prior training remotely.
Clients join a live virtual group session with a certified trainer.
Best for: Returning clients wanting to reinforce previous training from anywhere.
Focus: Basic obedience, Socialization
Group Classes in San Jose typically runs $114–$435 across 14 programs that do publish pricing. Ask this trainer for a written quote before comparing.
In-person group sessions at a Cali K9 facility focused on real-world socialization and reinforcing obedience skills for returning clients.
Dogs and owners attend a structured group session at a Cali K9 facility.
Best for: Returning clients wanting structured group reinforcement.
Focus: Basic obedience, Socialization
Group Classes in San Jose typically runs $114–$435 across 14 programs that do publish pricing. Ask this trainer for a written quote before comparing.
A smaller group training format offering more personalized attention and targeted behavior work than standard group classes.
A dedicated trainer oversees a small group of dogs and owners working on targeted behaviors.
Best for: Returning clients seeking more individualized attention than a full group class.
Focus: Basic obedience, Leash reactivity
Group Classes in San Jose typically runs $114–$435 across 14 programs that do publish pricing. Ask this trainer for a written quote before comparing.
| Program | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Zoom Group Class | Not published | — |
| In-Person Group Class | Not published | — |
| Semi-Private Training | Not published | — |
A self-paced video curriculum covering the 5-Pillar method, paired with six months of live weekly group Zoom calls with a senior trainer. Includes problem-solving videos, daily homework, and access to a membership community.
The owner works through video modules and homework independently while joining weekly live group calls for coaching and accountability.
Best for: Owners anywhere in the world who want structured, education-based coaching rather than in-person sessions.
Focus: Basic obedience, Leash reactivity, Socialization, Recall & off-leash
Duration: 6 months
Includes: Follow-up sessions
An upgraded online package with a kickstart call, four check-in calls, a year of weekly group Zoom calls, monthly Q&A calls with the founder, and advanced group Zoom sessions, plus the full video curriculum.
The owner receives a kickstart call, then ongoing live check-ins and group calls over a full year alongside the self-paced video curriculum.
Best for: Owners wanting more direct access and live coaching than the standard online program offers.
Focus: Basic obedience, Leash reactivity, Socialization, Recall & off-leash
Includes: Follow-up sessions, Lifetime support
| Program | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Cali K9 Online Training | $497 per program | 6 months |
| Cali K9 Online Training Platinum Package | $997 per program | — |
The site uses general language about training philosophy without specifying techniques or tools. They do accept dogs with aggression issues, which suggests experience with complex behavioral cases.
Method: Method unclear
Their website describes their approach in general terms without specifying which methods or tools they use.
Certifications: Not specified on their website
Verification still pending or not yet requested. See our methodology for what verification does and does not mean.
Operating from a dedicated facility for 15 years, they claim guaranteed results, though the terms of that guarantee aren't detailed. Information about certifications, insurance, and overnight staffing during board and train isn't published.
Facility: Training facility
Owner visits: not specified on their website.
Video updates: not specified on their website.
Overnight staffing: not specified on their website.
Insurance: not specified on their website.
Guarantee: Advertises guaranteed results
Waitlist: not specified on their website.
Dogs per trainer: not specified on their website.
Booking: Book online
Price: California K9 Solutions of Bay Area does not publish board & train pricing. Across San Jose, 37 programs publish prices from about $84 to $3,580.
Reviews: California K9 Solutions of Bay Area shows 4.6★ from 307 Google reviews among 11 published San Jose programs.
Transparency: This listing scores 40 out of 100 (price 29%, program clarity 66%). 3 of 11 San Jose listings show certifications; this business does not list certifications.
The South Bascom Avenue address in San Jose sits in a commercial corridor. Parking availability and facility accessibility details aren't mentioned on the site.
429 S Bascom Ave, San Jose, CA
Hours: Not specified on their website
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