Built to Work: Travis & Kassidy Torrez and PresaMania's Presa Canarios
Some kennels breed Presa Canarios to look tough. PresaMania breeds them to work. Travis and Kassidy Torrez run PresaMania Kennels out of Canyon Lake, Texas, and their dogs prove it on the track: a Most Weight Pulled title at the ADBA Nationals, a 16,884-pound final pull, and a 19,834-pound run on a UPF track. They are official Bully Max Sports handlers, and this is their story.
PresaMania at a glance
- Who: Travis and Kassidy Torrez, PresaMania Kennels, Canyon Lake, Texas
- What they breed: working-line Presa Canarios, built for strength, conditioning and purpose
- Sports: weight pull, protection sports and hog catch
- Big results: Amarillo won Most Weight Pulled at the ADBA Nationals. Wendy moved 16,884 lbs in her final official pull.
- Fuel: Bully Max. Their go-to picks include 30/20 Beef, High Calorie Raw Base Mix and Liquid Weight Gainer.
Meet Travis and Kassidy Torrez
Travis is the owner and lead trainer at PresaMania Kennels. He has spent years developing working-line Presa Canarios with a focus on strength, conditioning, obedience, weight pull and overall performance. His dogs aren’t bred for appearance alone. They’re trained and conditioned to work.
Kassidy has been training dogs since 2008, with a focus on personal protection and working dogs. She got into Presa Canarios in 2014, drawn to the breed’s versatility, athleticism and loyalty. After she married Travis in 2020, she brought her breeding program into PresaMania. She also has a soft spot for American Hairless Terriers and helps new handlers find their way into working dog sports through mentorship and hands-on experience.
Together they run one of the hardest-working kennels on the Bully Max Sports team. Read their full profiles: Travis Torrez and Kassidy Torrez.
Watch: Bully Max Sports Ep. 9, Lone Star Legends
Episode 9 of the Bully Max Sports series takes a three-stop road trip across Texas. The final stop is a training compound in San Antonio, where Travis and Kassidy break down how a dog’s structure drives its performance. Swimming, drag work, treadmill conditioning and varied routines all play a role in building durable dogs without burning them out.
Texas Presa Canario Breeders With a Working Standard
Kassidy’s standard is simple. Every dog should be capable of doing the job it was originally bred to do. That could mean protection sports, pulling weight, or being a confident, dependable family companion. Preserving purpose sits at the center of the program.
That’s why PresaMania puts its dogs to work in competition. Responsible breeding, training and competition all feed the same goal: versatile working Presa Canarios. As Ep. 9 puts it, conformation and athletic ability are linked. Structure directly impacts performance in demanding sports like weight pull.
Looking for a breeder of your own? Read our guide to responsible dog breeding and getting references, and see our Presa Canario nutrition page.
The PresaMania Roster
PresaMania isn’t a one-dog show. Here are the dogs on Travis and Kassidy’s official handler pages.
| Dog | Breed | Sports | Handler |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wendy | Presa Canario | Weight pull, protection sports | Travis |
| Amarillo | Presa Canario | Weight pull, protection sports, hog catch | Travis |
| Hamilton | Presa Canario | Weight pull, protection sports | Travis |
| Sasha | Presa Canario | Protection sports | Travis |
| Chick | Presa Canario | Protection sports | Travis |
| Saint | Catahoula | Hog catch | Travis |
| Rascle | Miniature Bull Terrier x APBT | Weight pull, hog catch | Travis |
| Kona | Presa Canario | Weight pull, protection sports | Kassidy |
| GRCH Gaffers Buck Nekkid “Remington” (Naked) | American Pit Bull Terrier | Weight pull | Kassidy |
| Serrano | American Pit Bull Terrier | Protection sports, hog catch | Kassidy |
Dogs and sports as listed on Travis and Kassidy’s official Bully Max Sports handler pages.
Presa Canario Weight Pull: Amarillo Wins Most Weight Pulled at the ADBA Nationals
Amarillo brought the power to the ADBA Nationals and took home the title for Most Weight Pulled. The trophy came from the host club, the Salt Lake Terrier Association.
On the way home, the crew stopped in Moab, Utah, for a little victory lap and some pictures with the hardware. In PresaMania’s words: “This dog is built to work.”
Weight pull rewards structure, drive and conditioning. If you want to try it, start with our guides to training your dog for weight pull and getting started in UPF-style weight pull, or see how the sport works on our weight pull page.
That bag next to the trophies is Bully Max 30/20 Beef, one of Kassidy’s top three picks. It’s chicken-free and calorie dense, made for dogs that train and compete.
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Wendy: 16,884 Pounds on Her Final Official Pull
In November 2025, Wendy stepped into the harness for her final official weight pull at the UPF-sanctioned Bully Max Weight Pull II in Pittsburgh, PA. She moved 16,884 pounds down the track. No excuses. She left nothing on the table.
That pull put Wendy at No. 3 in the Bully Max Sports Top 10 Weight Pulls. PresaMania also brought Wendy to the UPF National Weight Pull and Triple Crown Championships in McPherson, Kansas, featured in Bully Max Sports Ep. 7: UPF Nationals. See the full Pittsburgh event in Ep. 8: UPF Bully Max Weight Pull II.
19,834 Pounds: Hamilton and Amarillo on the UPF Track
PresaMania kept stacking results. At a UPF event, Hamilton and Amarillo put up a 19,834-pound pull, released on the Bully Max channel as “World Record Pull: PresaMania Hamilton & Amarillo pull 19,834 pounds.” Every pull like that is built on countless hours of training, consistency and trust between dog and handler.
For more record-setting pulls, read about the new world record weight pull at the Bully Max Training Facility and how Cold River Boerboels raises record-shattering dogs.
How PresaMania Conditions a Working Dog
Travis enjoys watching a dog develop through consistent training, proper nutrition and conditioning. He’s always learning and testing new methods to bring out the best in every dog. In Ep. 9, the PresaMania program leans on variety:
The PresaMania conditioning toolbox
- Swimming for low-impact work. Start with our water safety tips for dogs.
- Drag work to build pulling strength. Use a proper pulling harness and start light.
- Treadmill conditioning for controlled endurance. See the psychology of treadmill training.
- Varied routines so dogs build durability without burning out. Try the spring pole and flirt pole.
- Recovery gets as much attention as the work itself.
Working dogs burn serious calories. Our guides on calorie needs for dogs in competitive training and building muscle in dogs go deeper.
Heavy conditioning blocks can make it hard to keep weight on. Liquid Weight Gainer is one of Travis’s top three picks for adding calories without bigger meals.
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Fueling a Working Kennel With Bully Max
PresaMania runs on Bully Max. In their words: “Big thanks to Bully Max for keeping our dogs fueled and performing at their best, and everyone who continues to support the journey.”
Travis and Kassidy each picked their top three Bully Max products:
| Handler | Top three picks |
|---|---|
| Travis | Liquid Weight Gainer 2-in-1, High Calorie Raw Base Mix, Omega-3 Salmon Oil |
| Kassidy | 30/20 High Protein Beef Dog Food, Puppy Tabs for Development & Growth, High Calorie Raw Base Mix |
From each handler’s official Bully Max Sports page.
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The one product both handlers picked is High Calorie Raw Base Mix. You choose the protein, add water and get a dense, high-calorie meal built for dogs that work.
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Advice for New Handlers, in Their Own Words
Thinking about getting into dog sports? Here’s what Travis and Kassidy tell new handlers.
Travis Torrez
Start with a good dog, but understand that genetics are only part of the equation. Find a sport that you and your dog enjoy and learn the rules before you start competing. Don’t rush the process. Build your dog’s foundation, conditioning and confidence gradually, and pay attention to recovery just as much as the work itself. Nutrition makes a huge difference, especially with performance dogs, but it has to go hand-in-hand with proper training and conditioning. Most importantly, be consistent. You don’t build a competition dog in a few weeks. Put the work in, learn from every competition, and enjoy the journey with your dog.
Kassidy Torrez
Find a mentor and enjoy the learning process. Every accomplished working dog begins with a strong foundation of obedience, engagement, and trust. Focus on building the relationship with your dog before chasing titles. Ask questions, attend events, volunteer, and never stop learning from those with more experience. Dog sports aren’t just about winning. They’re about building a partnership that allows both you and your dog to reach your full potential.
Ready to find your first event? Use our guide to finding dog sport events near you, and see why bully breeds excel in dog sports.
FAQ
Who are Travis and Kassidy Torrez?
Travis and Kassidy Torrez run PresaMania Kennels in Canyon Lake, Texas. They breed and train working-line Presa Canarios and compete in weight pull, protection sports and hog catch as official Bully Max Sports handlers.
Can Presa Canarios do weight pull?
Yes. PresaMania’s Amarillo won Most Weight Pulled at the ADBA Nationals, and Wendy moved 16,884 pounds in her final official UPF pull. Like any weight pull dog, a Presa needs sound structure, a proper harness and gradual conditioning.
What do PresaMania’s dogs eat?
PresaMania feeds Bully Max. Travis’s top picks are Liquid Weight Gainer 2-in-1, High Calorie Raw Base Mix and Omega-3 Salmon Oil. Kassidy’s are 30/20 High Protein Beef Dog Food, Puppy Tabs and High Calorie Raw Base Mix.
What should I look for in a Presa Canario breeder?
Look for a breeder who can show you what their dogs actually do, answers questions openly and gives references. PresaMania’s standard is that every dog should be able to do the job it was bred for. Our guide to responsible breeding and references covers what to ask.
Where can I watch PresaMania’s dogs compete?
Watch Bully Max Sports Ep. 9: Lone Star Legends and the PresaMania clips on the Bully Max YouTube channel.
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