Semper Amici Canine Training
Ranked #1 in Humble and #132 in Texas
Service area: North Houston, Humble, Kingwood, Spring, Porter, New Caney, Tomball, The Woodlands, Conroe, Splendora, Cleveland, Atascocita, and nearby areas.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Jumping on People
- Fearfulness
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Group Classes
- In-Home
- Private Facility
- Board and Train
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
- Intensive Program
Types of Dogs
- Small
- Medium
- Large
- Giant
- Herding
- Working
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Balanced Training
Semper Amici Canine Training offers three main programs:
All Aboard & Train: This is an intensive board and train program designed to coach the owner while the dog boards with the trainers. The program focuses on building the dog’s confidence and new skillsets in various real-world environments such as home, neighborhood, parks, stores, restaurants, and vet offices. Owners receive ongoing support through the Hybrid Academy and 1-on-1 sessions with their instructor to ensure a smooth transition and continued reinforcement.
Hybrid Academy: This program provides 1-on-1 coaching designed to equip owners with the knowledge, technique, and experience to teach their dog new skillsets. It includes course content to guide owners in making significant progress and learning clear communication skills. The Hybrid Academy offers a highly effective support system with 1-on-1 time with an instructor and access to a Private Facebook Classroom, allowing owners to achieve progress at their own pace.
Puppy Prep (4×6): This program is for new puppy owners with pups less than 20 weeks (5 months) of age. It guides owners on the proper track to success, focusing on cultivating a mutually beneficial and rock-solid relationship. The program helps in creating bond, trust, leadership, and communication essential for a well-behaved and stable dog.
Testimonials
“Our dog needed to be calm and trained ASAP since we have a new baby on the way and she was tearing up the backyard and jumping on everyone all of the time. We wanted to allow her inside but she was way too wild! We put our dog into the boot camp boarding training and she’s a completely new dog! She can now stay inside most of the day because she is so calm but also knows when the appropriate time to play is. Thank you so much to Jose and Paul who’s hard work and immense passion for dogs has transformed our Cocoa into a member of the family. Would do it again if we get another dog hands down. Highly recommend!”
– E. Ramirez
“Our German shepherd displayed extreme fear aggression and anxiety. He was one of those dogs that we hid away from the public so we wouldn’t find ourselves in a lawsuit from an accident happening. When we dropped off Kylo for the All A-Board Training program we had no real idea what to expect we just knew we needed help. We are 2 months in and with both reinforcement training and our own up keep at the house we have a completely different dog. Confident, disciplined, and eager to learn but still the same boy we love with all the same personality. Jose and Paul are incredibly skilled and talented with all sorts of dogs. Any breed and any size is their specialty. Not only are they great with the dogs but the fact that they insist on taking the appropriate amount of time with you as the owner is incredibly beneficial. Thank you guys for everything!”
– J. Dennis
“I cannot recommend Semper Amici Canine Training enough. It’s an investment that will repay itself over and over again. We adopted a 75-pound Doberman who had no sense of personal boundaries or house manners. He was so big that it was hard to manage him. When our boy came home from his first week of Board and Train, I could not get over the positive changes Jose was able to accomplish in one week. After 3 weeks — a complete transformation! Jose is a complete professional and so knowledgeable. He also gave us practical tips to implement at home and they have worked! We loved our dog before training, but now we are actually enjoying him.”
– E. Bolt
About the Trainer
Semper Amici Canine Training is a Veteran Owned & Operated business specializing in helping dog owners in the North Houston area who are struggling with their dog’s behavior. Their unique dog training programs are focused on strengthening the relationship between owners and their pups, designed to fit active lifestyles and specific needs.
They offer unique and premium training services that include real-world training tailored to individual lifestyles, visions, and goals. The programs aim for lasting results by promoting improvement at both ends of the leash, and provide supportive programs with continued assistance beyond initial training to maximize success.
Semper Amici, meaning “forever friend” in Latin, reflects the everlasting bond between humans and canine companions, inspired by owner Jose’s background as a US Marine K9 handler. The business offers a Veterans discount, as well as discounts for current Military, Law Enforcement, and First Responders. They provide comprehensive training solutions for various behavioral challenges, including leash pulling, reactivity, not listening, and jumping.
In addition to training, they offer pet boarding as part of their intensive “All Aboard & Train” program.
Accomplishments
Jose, the owner, Training Director, and Instructor, has over 18 years of dog handling and training experience. He began his career in 2006 after joining the U.S. Marine Corps, where he served as a Military Working Dog Handler and completed two tours of duty in Iraq with his K9 partner, Gris.
After active duty, Jose continued his career as a K9 handler and instructor on a private security contract in Indonesia, and later as an explosives detection canine handler for the Department of Homeland Security. He earned his certification as a Canine Training & Behavior Specialist from Starmark Academy, School for Dog Trainers. Jose also held the position of Training Director at a reputable dog training facility in Houston and is certified in the NePoPo® dog training system. The business is Veteran Owned & Operated.
How to Get Started!
Clients can begin by applying for a consultation. They are encouraged to mention any applicable discounts (Veterans, Military, Law Enforcement, First Responders) when scheduling their in-home consultation.

Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Morning
- Afternoon
Certifications
- Credentialed
Misc Features
- is owned by latinx
- is owned by veterans
- wheelchair accessible entrance
- wheelchair accessible parking
Other Services Offered
- Pet boarding service