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Canine High School
Ethical. Educated. Effective.
Training School for Puppies & Dogs
Welcome to
Canine High School & k9HS Online
Puppy & Dog Training School In-person & Online
Canine High School Long Beach and k9HS Online make modern, ethical dog training more accessible to families and dog parents everywhere. In Long Beach, our force-free Puppy School and Dog School help families build strong, lasting relationships with their dogs through in-person training, practical guidance, and thoughtful support. Through k9HS Online, we extend that same philosophy with remote dog behavior consulting services, online courses, and a free Public Library of educational resources for anyone who wants to learn humane, evidence-based training.
Our programs are designed with the whole family in mind, emphasizing communication, trust, and human participation as essential parts of raising confident, well-adjusted puppies and dogs. Whether you’re joining us in person or online, every class and consultation is taught through modern, reward-based methods — never punishment, fear, intimidation, or pain.
By combining in-person services with remote consulting and self-paced education, we support dog parents at every stage of learning. Our offerings include puppy socialization, foundational life skills, cooperative care, behavior support, and professional education for aspiring trainers, all grounded in clear communication and current science.
Under the leadership of Carlos, head trainer and educator at Canine High School, our curriculum reflects a relationship-based approach that prioritizes the emotional well-being of both dogs and the humans who care for them. Carlos holds certifications through both the IAABC and CCPDT and serves as a Certified Mentor Trainer for multiple dog training schools.
As a proud minority-owned small business, we are committed to inclusivity, compassionate education, and supporting our local community. Beyond the classroom, our team has a long history of volunteer work with rescues, shelters, and animal welfare organizations both locally and abroad, including the Long Beach Spay & Neuter Foundation and spcaLA.
At Canine High School Long Beach and k9HS Online, we are passionate about making ethical, force-free training approachable, supportive, and accessible for all families and their dogs.
Puppy Preschool | Puppy Training Day School | Dog Training School
Dog Behavior Consulting | Online Courses | Educational Blog
Force-free | Ethical | Educated | Effective | evidence Based
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.
