Business Details
21 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Pet Services in Topanga
Founded in 2005, Canyon View Ranch has redefined luxury pet care through our innovative 5-acre facility nestled in Topanga Canyon. Our founders, Joe Timko and Randy Neece, drew inspiration from Disneyland to create a paradise where dogs enjoy unparalleled playtime across specialized zones like Wonderland for large dogs and Munchkinland for smaller breeds. With over two decades of experience, our team of certified professionals provides comprehensive services including boarding, obedience training, grooming, and shuttle transportation. Our state-of-the-art parks feature waterfalls, pools, and obstacle courses designed to maximize physical and mental stimulation.The lifetime training guarantee on our 4-week programs demonstrates our commitment to lasting behavioral improvements. Featured on Animal Planet and HGTV, we maintain rigorous vaccination protocols and offer personalized care for special needs pets. Our daily schedule balances structured activities with free play, ensuring every dog receives 8+ hours of supervised outdoor time. The ranch's success is evidenced by our 98% client retention rate and glowing testimonials from satisfied pet owners.
Services
Dog Boarding
Obedience Training
Pet Grooming
Shuttle Service
Vaccination Compliance
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of specialized dog care experience in a 5-acre facility
- Our certified trainers provide lifetime guarantees on obedience programs
- Daily shuttle service available for convenient pet transportation
- Featured on Animal Planet and HGTV for innovative facility design
- Maintain strict vaccination protocols for optimal pet safety
What people say
Refreshed and exhausted
Well loved and cared for
Worth it
Different dog
Success story
Services
Dog Boarding
Luxury overnight accommodations with 8+ hours of supervised outdoor play daily. Dogs enjoy structured activities in specialized play areas featuring pools, waterfalls, and obstacle courses. Includes medication administration and special needs care.
Obedience Training
Four-week programs covering basic commands and behavioral correction. Lifetime guarantee on sit, stay, heel, and recall commands. Uses positive reinforcement techniques with certified professional trainers.
Pet Grooming
Full-service grooming including bathing, brushing, and nail trimming. Optional de-matting services available. Ensures pets return home clean and well-groomed after their stay.
Shuttle Service
Door-to-door pickup and drop-off available Monday-Saturday. Service covers local area with mileage-based pricing. Ensures convenient access for clients unable to transport pets themselves.
Vaccination Compliance
Mandatory vaccination verification for boarding. Requires rabies, DAPP, and bordetella vaccines. Provides health documentation review to maintain disease prevention standards.
People
Joe Timko
Co-Founder
Co-founded Canyon View Ranch after envisioning a Disneyland-style facility for dogs. Oversees daily operations and facility development with 20+ years in pet care industry.
Randy Neece
Co-Founder
Co-created the ranch's innovative play areas and training programs. Manages staff recruitment and service quality assurance with extensive animal behavior expertise.
Questions
What services do you offer for dogs?
We provide luxury boarding, obedience training, grooming, and shuttle transportation services in a 5-acre facility designed for canine enjoyment.
What are your boarding rates?
Standard boarding is $100 per night with holiday rates at $110. Discounts available for extended stays and multiple dogs.
Do you offer training guarantees?
Yes, our 4-week obedience programs include a lifetime guarantee for sit, stay, heel, and recall commands.
What are your operating hours?
Office hours Monday-Saturday 8:30 AM - 5 PM. Boarding drop-off/pickup available 10 AM - 4 PM.
What should I bring for my dog?
Please bring your dog's food, medications, vaccination records, and a quick-release collar with ID tags.
Is shuttle service available?
Yes, door-to-door transportation available Monday-Saturday between 11 AM and 4 PM for $35-$55 per trip.
Reviews (4)
Maria M.
Jun 28, 2022
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Canyon View Ranch is one of those places that when you visit for the first time you feel like you are in on a wonderful secret. Truly a dog sanctuary. Our one year old lab has stayed for numerous one week visits this past year and was just followed by a four week visit when we had an extended trip abroad. That's a long time to be away from a dog that we adopted at five months. Our lab could not have had a better time with more caring and loving people.
He was able to participate in Canyonviewranch's four week on-site training program. We now have the tools as a family to speak to our dog and for him to know what it is we want him to do. He is much calmer, much more focused and attentive. We thank you so much for the care and dedication you have for all of your dog guests. Steven took our lab under his wing and bonded with him and passed on all of his wonderful training techniques so that we can experience the same well behaved dog at home.
The follow up care and training opportunities at the ranch are a wonderful resource that give us the confidence that even if we have a training issue going forward help is only a phone call away. Thank you Canyon View Ranch.
He was able to participate in Canyonviewranch's four week on-site training program. We now have the tools as a family to speak to our dog and for him to know what it is we want him to do. He is much calmer, much more focused and attentive. We thank you so much for the care and dedication you have for all of your dog guests. Steven took our lab under his wing and bonded with him and passed on all of his wonderful training techniques so that we can experience the same well behaved dog at home.
The follow up care and training opportunities at the ranch are a wonderful resource that give us the confidence that even if we have a training issue going forward help is only a phone call away. Thank you Canyon View Ranch.
Elaine E.
Jun 03, 2022
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My husband and I had to leave town without much notice for a funeral. Our primary and secondary kennel were full so naturally I panicked and asked friends for recommendations. We came across CVR and I am so grateful. The first green flag was their strict vaccine requirements. Maria at the front desk helped me get my sweet Dracula set up for two nights and alleviated my stress of the trip being three days away.
Their dog trainer, Steven, was spending one-on-one time with a pup when we first arrived and I was happy to witness the interaction. Steven loves dogs and was a natural when he came to greet our big (actually giant) boy, another green flag. Check out was easy, we actually came an hour early by accident and they still accommodated us. Overall, I give our experience 5 stars. Thank you so much CVR for taking such good care of our boy at 'Disneyland'!
Their dog trainer, Steven, was spending one-on-one time with a pup when we first arrived and I was happy to witness the interaction. Steven loves dogs and was a natural when he came to greet our big (actually giant) boy, another green flag. Check out was easy, we actually came an hour early by accident and they still accommodated us. Overall, I give our experience 5 stars. Thank you so much CVR for taking such good care of our boy at 'Disneyland'!
Luna M.
Feb 19, 2022
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Wonderful amazing perfect! Best place for my fur babies ever! They care so much and really pay attention. And it is also the most beautiful place I have ever seen and I have lived in LA my whole life. It's Utopia for doggies (and humans). Love love love this place!
Will B.
Dec 21, 2021
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Brought our American Eskimo here for a weekend stay while we were out of town. Since we got him from the shelter this was the first time we were having him board and spend multiple nights without us. We were definitely nervous, the staff was friendly, gave us updates and actually changed our dog's behavior! Let's just say our little guy is a talker, he likes to talk to everyone that walks outside our apartment and likes to talk to anyone that passes by us on a walk. After his weekend stay he learned to speak when spoken to. Would be happy to send our dog whenever we go out of town
