Topline K9 Services

Topline K9 offers a 3-week intensive boot camp with lifelong follow-up support, private one-on-one sessions, and Saturday morning group classes (8am–11am summer, 9am–12pm winter). Group classes include 30–40 minutes of socialization, followed by obedience, distraction training, and optional agility or protection work. Boarding includes daily hikes, swimming, and structured training, with dogs living in the trainers’ home environment. All programs are customized based on an initial assessment of the dog’s behavior and the owner’s goals.

Pricing Summary

Pricing details are not publicly listed; clients are encouraged to schedule a free assessment and consultation to receive customized quotes for boot camps, private lessons, group classes, and boarding services.

Policies

Client visits are encouraged prior to boarding. Daily photo and video updates are provided during stays. No specific cancellation or rescheduling policies are stated, but clients are advised to contact directly for arrangements.

Topline K9 Services is a family-owned dog training and boarding facility located on a 15-acre property in Lake Mathews, California, operated by Illya and Johanna, who each have over 20 years of professional dog training experience. They offer a wide range of services including basic obedience, behavior modification, socialization, agility, protection training, swimming, hiking, and AKC and European Sieger-style show training. Their unique approach combines intensive board-and-train programs with ongoing group and private classes, all delivered in a home-like environment where dogs live with the trainers rather than being confined to kennels. Clients receive daily updates via text, photos, and videos during boarding, and the facility includes cross-fenced areas for safe hiking, a swimming pool, and dedicated training zones. They emphasize building a stronger bond between owners and dogs, with lifelong follow-up support included in their boot camp programs.

Their facility is designed for large, working, and protection breeds, but they train all sizes and types of dogs. They also offer pickup and drop-off services, and their training methods focus on positive reinforcement with corrections when needed, tailored to each dog’s needs. Many clients report dramatic improvements in behavior, confidence, and obedience, with dogs often reluctant to leave after their stay.

In addition to training, they provide full-service pet boarding and daycare with activities like hiking and swimming, making it a comprehensive solution for dog owners seeking both care and professional development for their pets.

Accomplishments

Illya and Johanna have trained dogs for AKC and European Sieger-style shows, working dog titling worldwide, and have served as expert witnesses in court cases. They have successfully rehabilitated aggressive and fearful dogs, including those on “death row,” and have produced champion show dogs. Their facility is known for producing highly obedient, confident, and well-socialized dogs.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients are encouraged to call for a free assessment and consultation to discuss their dog’s needs, tour the facility, and develop a customized training plan.