Obedience Training
Reliable, real-world obedience for any breed or age — from foundation manners to off-leash control, built on clear communication and consistency.
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Family-owned · San Jose, CA
Precision Dog Training & Working-Line German Shepherds — San Jose, CA
Sixty years and three generations of family-owned training on a 5-acre East San Jose facility. Obedience, protection, board & train, and Czech/German working-line German Shepherds.
All breeds welcome ~95 ★ on Yelp Mon–Sat by appointment
60+
Years & three generations
5-Acre
Fully fenced training facility
~95 ★
Yelp reviews
Czech & German
Working bloodlines
What we do
Training built around your dog
From foundation obedience to temperament-tested protection work — and Czech/German working-line German Shepherds. All breeds, all ages, in San Jose and across the South Bay.
Board & Train
Your dog lives and learns on our 5-acre facility while we install the obedience foundation, then we transfer it to you with handover sessions.
Get startedPrivate Lessons
One-on-one coaching tailored to your dog and your goals, at the pace that works for your household.
Get startedGroup Classes
Structured group sessions that build focus and manners around the real-world distraction of other dogs and people.
Get startedProtection Training
Controlled, temperament-tested protection work for the right dogs — confidence and control, never aggression for its own sake.
Get startedBreeding & Available Dogs
Health-focused Czech/German working-line German Shepherd litters, plus started and adult dogs available through our adopt-a-doggie program.
See our dogs
How it works
Three steps to a dog you love living with
No one-size template. We meet your dog where it is, build the right program, and hand the skills back to you.
Consultation
We meet you and your dog, assess temperament and goals, and recommend the right program.
Custom Program
Training built around your dog's drive and your lifestyle — not a one-size template.
Lasting Results
We transfer the skills to you with handler coaching so the results hold at home.
Our dogs
Czech & German working bloodlines
Our German Shepherds come from proven Czech and German working lines — bred for stable temperament, sound structure, and working ability. Available puppies and occasional started/adult dogs are listed on request; ask about our adopt-a-doggie program for dogs looking for the right home.
Adopt-a-Doggie program
Started and retired adult dogs looking for the right home. Ask us who's available now.
Our story
Family-owned, three generations deep
Cooperhaus K9 is a family-owned training and breeding program built over sixty years and three generations.
We work from a 5-acre fully fenced property in the east foothills of San Jose, training all breeds and breeding Czech and German working-line German Shepherds. Our approach is grounded in temperament, clear communication, and dogs that are a genuine pleasure to live with.
60+Years of experience
3Generations of trainers
5Acres, fully fenced
What clients say
~95 reviewsRead on Yelp
Trusted across the South Bay
★★★★★
“[Placeholder — replace with a real Yelp review.] Our dog came back from board & train a completely different animal — calm, focused, and a joy to walk.”
J. — San JoseBoard & Train client
★★★★★
“[Placeholder — replace with a real Yelp review.] Decades of real experience shows. They read our dog instantly and gave us a plan that actually works at home.”
M. — Bay AreaPrivate Lessons client
★★★★★
“[Placeholder — replace with a real Yelp review.] Our working-line GSD has an incredible temperament. Healthy, confident, and exactly what was described.”
R. — South BayBreeding client
Find us
Visit the facility
Our 5-acre property sits in the east foothills off Mt. Hamilton Road. Visits are by appointment — please call ahead.
Address
12605 Mt. Hamilton RdSan Jose, CA 95140
Visits by appointment only — the facility sits in the east foothills off Mt. Hamilton Road. Please call ahead before driving out.
Hours
| Monday – Friday | 6:30 AM – 7:00 PM |
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| Saturday – Sunday | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Do you train all breeds, or only German Shepherds?
All breeds and all ages. Our methods adapt to the dog in front of us.
What's included in board & train?
Your dog stays on our 5-acre facility for the program length while we build the obedience foundation, followed by handover sessions so you can maintain it.
Where are you located?
12605 Mt. Hamilton Rd, San Jose, CA 95140 — in the east foothills. Visits are by appointment.
What are your hours?
Monday–Friday 6:30am–7:00pm and Saturday–Sunday 8:00am–4:00pm.
Do you breed German Shepherds?
Yes — Czech and German working lines. Ask about current and upcoming litters and available dogs.
How much does training cost?
Pricing depends on the program and your dog's needs. Book a consultation for a recommendation and quote.
Do you offer protection training?
Yes, for temperament-suited dogs — controlled protection work focused on confidence and obedience.
How do I get started?
Call (408) 426-6779 or book a consultation and we'll match you to the right program.
Get in touch
Book a consultation
Tell us about your dog and your goals. We'll recommend the right program and get you scheduled.
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(408) 426-6779Mon–Fri 6:30am–7pm · Sat–Sun 8am–4pm
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service@cooperhaus.comWe reply within one business day
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12605 Mt. Hamilton Rd, San Jose, CA 95140Visits by appointment