Business Details
Trusted Force-Free Dog Training in Long Beach
Canine High School is a force-free Puppy School and Dog School dedicated to helping families build strong, lasting relationships with their dogs. Our programs emphasize human participation as a key to creating confident, well-adjusted puppies, rooted in behavioral science and taught through reward-based methods. We offer both in-person training in Long Beach and on-demand online courses, ensuring accessible education for dog parents everywhere. Our certified trainers bring decades of professional experience, combining evidence-based practices with a commitment to ethical training.As a minority-owned small business, we prioritize inclusivity, diversity, and community engagement, partnering with local rescues and shelters to support dogs in need. Our mission extends beyond training to educating families on compassionate, science-based methods that foster lifelong bonds between dogs and their people.
Services
Puppy Preschool
Dog Training School
Online Courses
Behavior Consulting
Virtual Assessments
Highlights and features
- Our certified trainers bring decades of professional experience in force-free training.
- We use evidence-based methods rooted in behavioral science and positive reinforcement.
- We partner with local rescues and shelters to support dogs most in need.
- We offer accessible online courses and in-person training tailored to family dynamics.
- We prioritize inclusivity, diversity, and community engagement in all our programs.
Associations and certifications
- Safe Spaces Alliance
What people say
Happy go lucky
Strong relationships
Effective training
Patient instructors
Accessible resources
Services
Puppy Preschool
Puppy Preschool focuses on early socialization and foundational skills for young dogs. Our program emphasizes relationship-building between puppies and families, using reward-based methods to create confident, well-adjusted companions. Classes are designed for puppies under six months old.
Dog Training School
Dog Training School offers structured programs for obedience and behavioral development. We use evidence-based techniques to address leash walking, recall, and polite greetings, ensuring dogs learn in a positive, stress-free environment tailored to their individual needs.
Online Courses
Online Courses provide accessible training resources for dog parents worldwide. Our on-demand platform includes tutorials on crate training, reactivity management, and puppy potty training, taught by certified professionals using science-backed methods.
Behavior Consulting
Behavior Consulting addresses complex issues like aggression, fear, and reactivity through individualized plans. Our certified consultants use psychological and scientific strategies to modify behavior, focusing on long-term solutions that prioritize the dog's well-being.
Virtual Assessments
Virtual Assessments offer remote temperament and behavioral evaluations via Zoom. This service provides tailored insights and strategies for dog owners, combining expert analysis with practical solutions for home-based training success.
People
Carlos F Morales
Head Trainer & Educator
Carlos is the founder of Canine High School and creator of its training philosophy. Certified by IAABC and CCPDT, he specializes in evidence-based, force-free methods. He leads apprenticeship programs and volunteers with international rescues.
Natalie
Teacher Trainer
Natalie works with puppies and families, teaching force-free training foundations. As a Senior Apprentice, she participates in continuing education workshops and is known for her patience and kindness with young dogs.
Guillermo
Teacher Trainer
Guillermo focuses on adolescent dog training, helping them develop practical skills. Certified by Animal Behavior College, he builds trust with dogs through kind, reliable methods and supports their growth during critical developmental stages.
Kaitlin
Training Coordinator
Kaitlin specializes in canine nutrition and works with nervous or reactive dogs. As a Senior Apprentice, she prepares for behavior consulting certifications and fosters trust through patient, methodical training approaches.
Alex
Teacher Trainer
Alex creates training videos and works with advanced dogs in the FITDOG Club. As a Senior Apprentice, he combines videography skills with dog training expertise to support both in-person and online learning initiatives.
Questions
What training methods does Canine High School use?
We use force-free, evidence-based methods rooted in positive reinforcement and cooperative care. We avoid aversive tools like prong collars or e-collars.
Do you offer online training options?
Yes, our K9HS Online platform provides on-demand courses and virtual consultations with certified trainers for accessible learning worldwide.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Long Beach and neighboring communities like Signal Hill, Naples Island, and Seal Beach, with limited service in Lakewood.
Are your trainers certified?
Our trainers hold certifications from organizations like IAABC, CCPDT, and AKC, ensuring professional expertise in force-free training methods.
Do you work with reactive or aggressive dogs?
Yes, our behavior consulting services specialize in addressing reactivity, aggression, and anxiety through individualized, science-backed strategies.
Reviews (5)
Sharon Trimbo
Jul 24, 2021
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Canine High School is the only dog care business that I would entrust with my dogs. They are exceptional in their care. We have also used their boarding services, again, always attentive to them and well loved, they treated our dogs like part of their family. We wouldn't go anywhere else.
Stefanie Barone
Apr 12, 2021
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We found Carlos from a neighbor referral. Our rescue, Rex, began exhibiting aggression and reactivity around 10 months of age. He came out and assessed Rex and advised advanced training. Carlos is professional, kind, a great listener, and can truly emphasize with your experiences. His training methods were right in line with what we were looking for, which is force-free LIMA methodology. After 6 months, Rex is able to do community pack walks and his confidence has greatly increased. Most importantly, we feel in control and he taught us valuable tools to use with our pup. Our walks are so calm now
Roxanne Evink
Jan 11, 2021
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I am very happy with K9 high school! We ended up getting a 1 year old rescued pit mix right before the quarantine happened. Due to social distancing she wasn't able to socialize except with our two small dogs and cat(which she loves and is super kind and gentle towards). To our surprise, she began to be super reactive and intense towards other dogs on leash. We were concerned that she may have leash aggression and worried about letting her met new dogs. We contacted K9 high school, and they did an evaluation of her, and then took her to meet the pack to see how she responded to see if she would
Nancy Prangley
Oct 14, 2020
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Great expertise with animal care. My dog is so happy to be picked up! He is calm and tired upon his return. He attends extra 15 minute sports program afterwards. Highly recommend to all!!
Bebe A.
Jun 29, 2020
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I found K9 HS after searching in depth for a trainer for my puppy. I could tell right away how professional Carlos was because he called me right after I submitted an inquiry. Carlos knows his stuff and he is generous with his time and really cares about your pups. Not to mention the additional video group training on Saturday. My husky is completely manageable and getting better with every puppy training class. The whole process has just felt very white glove.
