Pawsitive K9 Solutions LLC

Ranked #2 in Long Beach and #49 in California

4.9 Stars,32 Reviews
2815 Rutgers Ave, Long Beach, CA 90815

Service area: Los Angeles, CA, including Santa Monica, Brentwood, Venice, Mar Vista, Culver City, Marina del Rey, Playa del Rey, Playa Vista, Ladera Heights, Westchester, Long Beach, Lakewood, Pacific Palisades, Rancho Palos Verdes, San Pedro, Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, and Redondo Beach.

Service Overview

Types of Dog Training

  • Family Dog
  • Behavior Modification

Specialty Focus Areas

  • Basic Obedience
  • Puppy Training
  • Leash Pulling
  • Reactivity / Aggression
  • Jumping on People
  • Barking Excessively
  • Biting / Nipping
  • Potty Training
  • Fearfulness
  • Stealing Food
  • Recall

Training Formats Offered

  • Private Lessons
  • In-Home
  • Board and Train
  • Day Training
  • Video Calls

Program Formats

  • One-Time Consultation
  • Sessions Package
  • Ongoing Weekly
  • Intensive Program

Types of Dogs

  • Herding

Age of Dogs Trained

  • Puppy (<1 year)
  • Adolescent (1-2 years)
  • Adult (2-8 years)

Dog Training Methodology

Methods: 

  • Positive Reinforcement Only

Equipment: 

  • Clickers

Pawsitive K9 Solutions offers several training programs. The Initial Consult is a 60-minute session for behavioral assessment, goal setting, and custom program formulation, including access to their online training library. Private Dog Training consists of fully customized 1-hour one-on-one sessions focusing on behavior modification and basic obedience, with in-home transfer sessions.

The Home-Based Board & Train program is an intensive live-in program (7, 14, or 21 days) aimed at reconditioning behavior, establishing new patterns, and building foundational skills. It includes puppy-appropriate socialization, field trips, playtime, enrichment, online library access, transportation, and in-home transfer sessions. The Silver and Gold packages also include 24/7 ongoing support. This program is suitable for puppies (0-15 months), teenagers (8 months-2 years), and adult dogs (2+ years).

Puppy Day School is an all-day program structured like a regular school, available for 3 or 5 days a week for a 12-week semester. It focuses on comprehensive socialization, foundation training, and problem prevention, based on the KPA Puppy Start Right curriculum. The program includes daily pick-up and drop-off, homework, access to video vaults, and “Trainer in Your Pocket” support. Curriculum covers nipping, chewing, barking, jumping, potty training, impulse control, confidence, loose lead walking, recall, and more.

Pricing & Policies

Pricing Summary

An Initial Consultation costs $200 for a 60-minute session. Home-Based Board & Train packages include Bronze Star (7 days) for $2,100, Silver Star (14 days) for $4,200, and Gold Star (21 days) for $6,300. Puppy Day School offers Rising Pup (3 days/week for 12 weeks) for $5760 and Gold Paw (5 days/week for 12 weeks) for $7800.

Policies

For the Board and Train program, physical visits are limited to maintain training effectiveness and minimize distractions. Instead, daily training updates with videos and virtual visits via FaceTime are provided. Puppies need their first round of shots to start classes, and adult dogs require Rabies, DHPP, and Bordetella vaccinations. Proof of vaccinations is required.

About the Trainer

Pawsitive K9 Solutions LLC is a dog training business based in Los Angeles, CA, committed to helping dog owners build strong, loving relationships with their pets. They specialize in coaching new puppy parents and providing behavioral therapy to help puppies transition into well-mannered dogs.

The business offers a variety of services including private dog training, home-based board and train programs, and puppy day school. They focus on empowering dog owners and their companions through effective and humane training services, available both online and in-person.

Pawsitive K9 Solutions utilizes positive reinforcement-based training methods, backed by science, and never employs fear or painful tactics. Their team of expert trainers are KPA-Certified (Karen Pryor Academy), ensuring proven training methods and strategies. The company is fully insured and bonded, and offers an easy booking system with a secure payment gateway.

Accomplishments

Lori Powell, the owner and operator, is a certified dog trainer with over 22 years of experience. She is a Member of Pet Sitters International, Certified in Pet First Aid and CPR, a Karen Pryor Puppy Start Right Instructor, and an Animal Behavior College Certified Dog Trainer. Lori holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from California State University at Dominquez Hills. Ashley is also Certified in Pet First Aid and CPR and is a Karen Pryor Puppy Start Right Instructor. The trainers at Pawsitive K9 Solutions are certified through the Karen Pryor Academy.

How to Get Started!

Clients can schedule a free 10-minute call to begin. The first formal step for programs like Board & Train is an Initial Consultation, a 60-minute session to assess goals and needs. Clients can also enroll directly through the website’s online portal.

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  • 22 Years Experience

  • Insured

  • Free Consultation

Availability

  • Weekdays
  • Morning
  • Afternoon

Certifications

  • KPA-CTP
  • Credentialed

Associations

  • Accredited

Languages

  • English
  • Women-owned
  • wheelchair accessible entrance
  • wheelchair accessible parking

Other Services Offered

  • Pet sitter

Location

2815 Rutgers Ave, Long Beach, CA 90815