Body and Mind K9

Training begins with a mandatory Intro Session to evaluate the dog and set goals. Clients then choose from Private Training (one-on-one), Group Classes (CGC, Trick Dog, Basic Obedience), Day Training (structured daily sessions), or Board and Train (4-week intensive). The Adventure Academy is an advanced program for graduates of Day Training, offering real-world exposure in pack settings with daily updates and pick-up/drop-off. Community events like pack walks and hikes provide ongoing practice in relaxed environments.

Pricing Summary

Offers a free Intro Session to assess needs and create a customized plan. Training packages include 4-week Board and Train, 4-week Day Training, Private Canine Coaching, and Adventure Academy. Pricing is structured around packages and memberships, with discounts available for multiple dogs and recurring services. Community events are donation-based.

Body and Mind K9 (BAMK9) is a dog training business serving Long Beach, CA, and Austin, TX, offering tailored training programs designed to build trust, confidence, and connection between dogs and their owners. They provide private coaching, group classes, day training, board and train options, and community events like pack walks and hikes. Their approach is balanced, focusing on real-world environments such as parks, sidewalks, and dog-friendly areas rather than isolated training rooms. BAMK9 specializes in helping reactive dogs, leash pulling, recall, and building confidence in distracting settings. They also offer Adventure Academy, a program for dogs to practice skills in group settings with pick-up and drop-off service. Their team includes founder Charlie, with 15 years of experience, and Bella, the Long Beach coach with over five years of hands-on work, including shelter volunteering and competition training. BAMK9 emphasizes practical, lifestyle-integrated training that transforms daily struggles into enjoyable adventures with your dog.

In addition to training, they offer dog walking services and host fun, donation-based dog events to foster a supportive community of dog owners. They also provide nutrition advice and have helped clients identify breed mix-ups in rescue dogs, showing deep observational expertise.

BAMK9’s unique value lies in combining structured, individualized training with community-building experiences, ensuring dogs are prepared for real-life situations while owners feel empowered and supported throughout their journey.

Accomplishments

Founder Charlie has 15 years of experience working with dogs across multiple roles including nutrition, grooming, vet clinics, and training. He launched BAMK9 in 2022 after three years of private client work. Bella, Long Beach coach, has over five years of experience, including shelter volunteering and competing with her dog in AKC CGC, Rally, Fast Cat, and Trick Dog events. BAMK9 has built a strong local community and received consistent praise for transforming reactive and anxious dogs into confident companions.

How to Get Started!

Begin by booking a free Intro Session, where you and your dog will meet with a coach to discuss your goals, assess behavior, and create a customized training plan. This session determines the best program path—Private, Group, Day Training, or Adventure Academy.