Canine High School

Ethical. Educated. Effective.

By Canine High School | k9HS Online

Welcome to

Canine High School

Puppy & Dog Training School

Canine High School Long Beach is a force-free Puppy School and Dog School dedicated to helping families build strong, lasting relationships with their dogs. Our programs are designed with the entire family in mind, emphasizing human participation as a key to creating confident, well-adjusted puppies. Every class is rooted in behavioral science and taught through benevolent, reward-based methods—never punishment. By focusing on evidence-based, force-free training, we ensure that learning is not only effective but enjoyable for both dogs and their people.

Through both our in-person school in Long Beach and our on-demand platform, K9HS Online, we provide accessible training and education to support dog parents everywhere. Our certified trainers bring decades of professional experience to each class, offering a trusted foundation that helps puppies grow into happy, healthy companions.

As a proud minority-owned small business, we are deeply connected to our local community. We are committed to fair wages, inclusivity, and diversity in our team and are proud members of the Safe Spaces Alliance, ensuring that every family feels welcome here. Beyond the classroom, our trainers have a long history of volunteering both locally and internationally, partnering with rescues and shelters such as the Long Beach Spay & Neuter Foundation and spcaLA to support dogs most in need.

At Canine High School Long Beach, we are passionate about making ethical, science-based training available to all. We invite you to join our community, learn alongside your dog, and discover how force-free training can help you build a happier, more connected life together.

Puppy Preschool | Puppy Training Day School | Dog Training School
Dog Behavior Consulting | Online Courses | Educational Blog
Force-free | Ethical | Educated | Effective | evidence Based

Name: Canine High School - k9HS Long Beach
Address: Long Beach, CA, US
Telephone: 562-270-3961

Philosophy

Relationships Matter

Force-free. Humane. Educated.

By Carlos F Morales - CDBC | CPDT-KA

At Canine High School, we believe that strong relationships form the foundation of effective dog training. Every dog and every family is unique, which is why we design individualized training plans that take into account family dynamics, environment, breed, age, and temperament. By meeting both canine and human needs first, we set the stage for lasting success.

Our team follows a relationship-based philosophy that blends the scientific method, positive reinforcement, cooperative care, and mindfulness—giving dogs the chance to consent, make choices, and have agency in their learning. These principles form the foundation of compassionate, effective training rooted in current, evidence-based practices.

We reject outdated and harmful approaches rooted in dominance, pack theory, or intimidation. We do not use aversive tools such as prong collars, choke chains, or e-collars, as these methods suppress behavior through fear and pain rather than addressing underlying causes. They are not only ineffective in the long term, but also ethically unacceptable. Instead of judgment, we focus on education—helping dog parents navigate the overwhelming and often misleading information about training so they can make confident, compassionate choices for their dogs.

Mission

Fulfillment vs. Frustration

Consent. Agency. Choice.

By Carlos F Morales - CDBC | CPDT-KA

At Canine High School, we believe every student—canine, and human alike—deserves respect, dignity, and the freedom to have a voice in their own learning. Consent, agency, and choice are central to creating a safe and positive environment where dogs feel empowered. When dogs are respected as learners, they gain confidence, trust, and joy in the process, which leads to better training outcomes and stronger relationships with their families.

In a world overflowing with conflicting information about dog training—from social media, TV, and outdated advice—it can be overwhelming to know what’s best. Our mission is to cut through the noise by making the science of dog training easy to understand and accessible for everyone. We are committed to teaching effective, humane, and evidence-based methods that every family can practice and maintain in daily life.

Our mission goes beyond simply restricting or modifying behavior. When changes or boundaries are needed, we focus on teaching alternative behaviors, providing enrichment, and supporting balance so that each dog feels relief and fulfillment—not frustration.

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Servicing Long Beach and the neighboring communities of Signal Hill, Naples Island, Seal Beach, Belmont Shore, Rossmor and Los Alamitos. Limited service in Lakewood.