

Custom Training Plans

To guide dogs and their owners using balanced methods that create lasting progress and stronger bonds.
To be the trusted choice for families seeking honest training and meaningful behavior transformation.
Helping dogs learn and owners lead with confidence, patience, and lifelong understanding every step forward.

Every dog is different—we adjust our approach every time.
Leo and Breanna understand because they’ve been there too.
We train you, not just your dog—that’s real success.
Unlimited calls, texts, and videos mean we’ve always got you.
No group chaos—your dog gets focused, one-on-one professional guidance daily.
Clear program details and no surprises—what you see is guaranteed.
Hands-on coaching ensures success continues long after we leave.
Text, call, or send video—we’re always here to help.
EXCELLENT Based on 37 reviews Posted on Yelp Alexandra H.Verified THE best dog trainer in LA. Leo has a solution to every issue we had with our 4 month old pup. he was able to quickly fix all behavior problems and was super easy to reach via text whenever we had a question. We recommend him to everyone.Posted on Yelp Micah H.Verified Leo is such an amazing trainer and knows exactly what to do, he has already helped my dog in just 2 sessions!Posted on Yelp Vic S.Verified When I get lucky...I get LUCKY! I found this amazing group of people off of Yelp, and the 5 Star rating is 100% deserved. I have two pups: Archie and Charlie. I want the best for my puppies, so I asked so many different people where and how they trained their dogs. I received a few suggestions, but decided to do my own search...and I'm glad I did. Leo (Owner) and his amazing team of trainers TRULY care about the pups they train. Leo came to my home and wanted to meet me and my pups before I had to decide on making any decisions. After sitting down with him for about half an hour, I knew I found what I was looking for: Someone who wants me to have healthy and happy dogs. I signed up for the in-home training at first which is Leo coming to the house and training me on how to train my puppies (Archie and Charlie just turned 6 months and started with Leo and his team when they were 4.5). Very quickly, I realized I could not handle training both these puppies the way they needed to be trained. I discussed with Leo and decided to do a Board & Train. I like the schedule because I get to take the puppies on the weekends to spend time with me. Don't get me wrong, you NEED to train your pups on the weekends, but it's worth it and FUN. Archie has become the Puppy King (no offense to other puppies or their owners )). Charlie has a lot more energy, but has improved immensely! Leo's trainers are so caring. I feel my dogs get love with their training when they're not with me, and I couldn't ask for more. I see their excitement whenever I visit about improvements and milestones that Archie and Charlie achieved. They gleam with as much pride as I do. I honestly don't know where my pups OR I would be without the help of this AMAZING Team! If I could give 10 stars out of 5 stars, I would!Posted on Yelp Luis S.Verified It's very difficult finding someone who is capable and willing to train what I would consider very impart of my family. I was struggling with my dog Kennys inability to walk on leash and simple obedience commands.He was a very reactive dog, pulling, launching at other dogs Having Leo demonstrate the proper training methods during personal training sessions that contribute to a dog's development is one thing. But having those methods work almost instantly is another feat that can't be explained. With Leo's help I have been able to walk Kenny more calmly, he is more obedient to commands and overall has displayed that with the right corrections any dog is capable of being taught. I couldn't speak more highly of Leo as he has been with us this entire journey. If you want someone who is going to be available even for questions that weren't answered during the personal training sessions, Leo is bar none your best option. We look forward to continue working with him.Posted on Yelp Shiran L.Verified A week after we brought our adopted pitbull puppy home, we felt completely helpless when she started peeing in the house, biting everything, crying in the crate nonstop, etc. We reached out to a few dog trainers on Yelp and Kelev K9 replied right away. A few minutes later Leo called us and asked questions about the situation. Some basic tips he gave us over the phone saved our sanity until he came to our house a few days later for a free consultation. The consultation made it clear how experienced and passionate Leo is about dog training, so we decided to sign with him that same day. After one session we felt much more confident in training our dog and saw the "light at the end of the tunnel". Over the past 5 months and four training sessions, we have seen day and night improvement in her behavior. If you feel lost and out of control with how to train your dog or want to continue their training, Kelev K9 should be your first call. Leo is always ready to help out with any questions or concerns we have by text or phone call. Pricing is also extremely fair and was a worthwhile investment for us because we have our sanity back and have bonded so deeply with our dog through training. Thank you so much Leo, Breanna, and the whole team at Kelev K-9!Posted on Yelp Nicole S.Verified This may be long but I promise it is worth it. Leo is the second trainer I hired and the first accomplished nothing. I have a 3.5 year old cockapoo who had extreme anxiety. He barked at everyone and everything. It got to the point where friends could not visit as the barking would never end. Taking a walk was out of the question. Leo not only understands dogs but owners. My goals with my dog are different than someone else's as is my dog and his temperament. The lessons are tailored to your dog's needs and you train your dog on your timeline. In addition to lessons I also did the boarding/training for two weeks before my last lesson. Over the last 5 months my dog has changed in all the areas (and then some) that Leo and I worked on. He not only likes having people over to the house- he enjoys taking his daily walks. He sits as soon as he sees me get his leash. He is even getting ready for his first plane ride. I could keep on going, but find out for yourself if you need a dog trainer contact Kelev K-9. Leo and his entire team have been wonderful to work with and worth every penny.Posted on Yelp Cameron R.Verified I don't think my wife and I could have found a better dog trainer to work with. We recently adopted a golden mix (Oakley) who was only 1 and had been abandoned twice in his short life. He is so sweet and docile, but struggled being outside- totally manic, pulling, anxious, and wild. This was a huge point of concern especially for my wife as he is incredibly strong and was able to pull hard enough to knock her off her feet during walks. We tried working with him ourselves first, but had zero progress. It was almost like he had a different personality outdoors than he did indoors. Enter Leo. From the minute he walked in the door and met Oakley, he demonstrated total control and confidence, and immediately had Oakley working with him and behaving differently. We have continued to work with Leo on-going, and every time he is here his process with Oakley evolves and adapts to the the current behavior of the dog. In other words, Leo is not only good in one area, he always knows exactly what we can do next or how to approach something differently that will bring results. He is confident and straight forward in his approach which is exactly what we needed with Oakley. We have already experienced incredible behavioral changes outside as we continue to train and have learned new techniques ourselves in working with our pup. If you're looking for a trainer who is ON IT and will deliver-- Leo at Kelev K9 is your guy. We couldn't be happier with him! Thank you Leo!Posted on Yelp Michael G.Verified Leo has been fantastic and easy to work with training for our 2 dogs (mini goldendoodles, ages 1 and 3). --He's extremely clear in his instructions and explanations of our dogs' behavior and what the dog is feeling/communicating to us and the other dogs around them. He doesn't just train our dogs. He helps us as humans learn to better understand our dogs and learn how we need to adapt as well --It's totally customizable as he wants to create a training plan based on what the dog owner wants to achieve (e.g. dog behavior in the house, dog behavior in public with other dogs, reduce barking, better recall, learning new commands, etc.) --He provides multiple options to you (positive reinforcement or punishment-related) for you to make the choice of what makes the most sense for the dog owner and their dog --He suggests great homework/practice for you to work on with your dog(s) so that you keep up the dog's learning and engagement --He truly cares; he is very responsive over text messages, he asks for you to send him sample videos of your dogs' behavior so that he can provide more guidance and feedbackPosted on Yelp Jess T.Verified The difference in Apollo is crazy!! Leo did an amazing job working with him. Not only has his reactivity decreased significantly, but his overall obedience has improved as well. He now listens better, responds to commands more reliably, and is so much more confident and relaxed. Walks are no longer a source of anxiety--they're enjoyable again!Posted on Yelp Gali B.Verified What really sets Leo apart is his ability to tailor sessions to meet our unique needs. Kelev K-9 never uses a one-size-fits-all approach, and they took the time to understand my goals, my lifestyle, and my dog's temperament. Their guidance is clear, compassionate, and highly effective. They are ALWAYS there to help and guide me! Recommend Kelev K-9 1000%.
EXCELLENT Based on 39 reviews Posted on Google Alexandra VillegasTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My dog Columbo did a 4 week board and train program with Leo and his team. We couldn’t be happier with our results. It was a really necessary and wonderful experience thanks to Leo and his team. They are all very knowledgeable and truly make a difference in your dog’s behavior. We are happy to be working with an e-collar under the proper guidance of Leo and his team. When used properly, they really are a key tool in aiding your dogs training which we learned through Leo and his team. We look forward to our at home sessions and to continue to foster the training Leo and his team showed Columbo.Posted on Google naira setrakianTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I can't begin to express how happy I am that I found Kelev K-9. My dog had several behavioral issues that I had been putting off addressing due to a lack of time, but they were causing me a great deal of stress and anxiety. Leo took the time to learn about both my dog and my lifestyle, and he explained the psychology behind my dog's behavior in a way that was easy to understand. We are only halfway through our training sessions, and the difference in my dog's behavior is already like night and day. I feel so much more comfortable and confident handling him now. I am incredibly grateful for everything Leo has taught me and would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a dog trainer. So many people told me my dog was too old to be trained, but Leo proved them wrong! Thank you, Leo, for helping both me and my dog.Posted on Google Joy ZhengTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We brought Teddy to Leo for training because he struggled with reactivity around other dogs and needed more structure and confidence. Leo was professional, knowledgeable, and took the time to explain the training process and how we could continue reinforcing it at home. We saw significant improvements in Teddy’s behavior during and after training. He’s much calmer, more responsive, and easier to manage in situations that used to be challenging. Leo also kept us updated throughout the process and made sure we understood how to maintain Teddy’s progress. We’re very grateful for the work Leo did with Teddy and would recommend him to anyone looking for a dedicated and experienced dog trainer.Posted on Google DelaneyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Leo is compassionate and very attentive. Our dog had a major behavioral change and it’s been a blessing 🙏Posted on Google Alexandra HeitzTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We are so grateful for Kelev K9. Leo is an incredible trainer and got our pup well behaved quickly. Any issue we had he was able to help find a solution right away and available via text whenever we needed. 10/10 service and would recommend to anyone!Posted on Google Susan RayasTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We always want the absolute best for our fur babies, but sometimes we need a little guidance from a professional to improve their quality of life—and make our own lives a bit easier. Life can get incredibly chaotic and busy, making it difficult to dedicate the necessary time to correct bad behaviors or habits when they arise. I am so incredibly grateful I found Kelev9 to help us navigate the challenges my dogs were facing. I love the flexibility of the services they provide, especially the in-home training options. I highly recommend Kelev9 to anyone looking for support with their pets. Thank you so much for everything!Posted on Google Alexandra HenkelTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Leo is great! He got my dogs onto the E collar with combined training and we haven’t looked back :)Posted on Google summit glassTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I truly can’t recommend this dog trainer enough! When we started, my dog was dealing with some challenging behavioral issues, and I honestly wasn’t sure how much progress we’d be able to make. But after just a few sessions, the transformation has been amazing. Lihod is not only incredibly knowledgeable, but also patient, attentive, and genuinely invested in our dog’s success. He took the time to really understand his personality and tailor the training approach to what works best. I also appreciated how clearly everything was explained, so I felt confident continuing the training at home. The results speak for themselves, my dog is happier, more balanced, and so much easier to manage. If you’re looking for someone who truly cares and delivers real results, this is the trainer to go to!Posted on Google Jonah SalitaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Cannot give a better review. If you’re on the fence about hiring a dog trainer, Lihod is absolutely worth it. Babka is our female dachshund puppy, and if you’ve ever owned a dachshund, you already know the challenge: they are stubborn, opinionated, endlessly clever, and utterly convinced that they are the ones in charge. Babka came into our lives as a tiny, sausage-shaped tornado, impossibly cute but equally impossible to redirect. She had her own agenda, and no amount of “sit!” from us was going to change that. Enter Lihod. From the very first session, it was clear that Lihod genuinely loves dogs and, more importantly, understands them. Rather than applying a generic, one-size-fits-all approach, Lihod immediately recognized the unique personality quirks that come with the dachshund breed and tailored every technique specifically for Babka. That alone set Lihod apart from anything we’d tried before. We worked on basic commands, sit, down, come, areas where Babka had been… let’s say selectively responsive. Lihod broke everything down into clear, patient, achievable steps, and the results genuinely exceeded all of our expectations. Babka went from ignoring us entirely to reliably responding to commands, and the consistency has held up beautifully even outside of training sessions. What really stood out was Lihod’s communication with us as owners. We were never left guessing. After every session, we understood exactly what to reinforce at home, why certain methods work better for a dog like Babka, and how to read her body language more effectively. We felt like we were being trained right alongside her, in the best possible way. The patience Lihod showed with Babka (and honestly, with us) was remarkable. Dachshunds are not the easiest students, and Babka tested her fair share of limits, but Lihod never wavered, never got frustrated, and always found a way to turn even Babka’s most dramatic moments into a learning opportunity. If you have a puppy, a stubborn breed, or just a dog who thinks the rules don’t apply to them, Lihod is your person. We can’t recommend highly enough.Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more