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Performance K9 Training — Dog Training in Carlsbad, CA

Performance K9 Training is a dog training business in Carlsbad, California offering board and train and private lessons, working from a dedicated training facility. They describe their approach as balanced training (rewards and corrections) and accept aggression and reactivity cases.

Carlsbad, CA • Training facility • 5.0 ★ (18 Google reviews)

Verified listing

Last reviewed: Sep 5, 2026

Transparency Score

51 / 100

Limited information

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Price transparency: 0%
Method transparency: 100%
Program clarity: 82%

About Performance K9 Training

Based on what the business publishes about itself

David Greene, the founder of Performance K9 Training, brings an unusual background to dog training in Carlsbad. According to the business's website, he competed internationally with his dogs, representing the United States on four world teams and placing third and ninth in the world. That competitive experience shaped the board-and-train programs he developed at this one-acre facility in North San Diego County.

The business focuses heavily on behavior modification through immersive training stays. Their site describes two main board-and-train tracks: a two-week basic program and a three- to four-week advanced version, both designed around individual dogs rather than a standardized curriculum. They state that programs are tailored to each dog's personality and specific issues. For puppies under five months who aren't ready for board-and-train, they offer a "Yappy Puppy Program" consisting of two private lessons.

The facility itself features indoor/outdoor kennels with climate control, multiple play yards, and boarding services for dogs not enrolled in training. Their stated philosophy centers on the idea that most behavioral problems stem from gaps in foundational obedience. Board-and-train programs include follow-up private lessons, which they describe as essential for teaching owners how to maintain results at home. A trainer named Josh works alongside Greene on the advanced behavior modification program.

What dog training programs does Performance K9 Training offer?

Board and train options range from a two-week basic program covering obedience, leash work, and recall to a three-week advanced track. Performance K9 Training also offers private lessons split into tracks for non-reactive dogs needing manners help and reactive dogs requiring evaluation first. A puppy program serves dogs under five months who aren't yet eligible for the residential stays.

Basic Behavior Modification (2-Week Board and Train)

Price not published.

This two-week board and train program builds a foundation of obedience to address common issues like house manners, leash pulling, impulse control, recall, and jumping. Following the stay, owners receive three private lessons to learn how to maintain the training.

The dog boards at the facility for training, and afterward the owner attends three private lessons to learn handling skills.

Best for: Dogs five months and older with common behavior challenges like leash pulling, jumping, or recall issues.

Requirements: Board and train program is tailored for dogs five months and older

Duration: 2 weeks

Focus: Basic obedience, Leash training, Recall & off-leash

Includes: Owner handoff sessions

Advanced Behavior Modification Program

Price not published.

This board and train program lasts three to four weeks and covers similar issues to the Basic program but with more polished results because dogs spend more time in training with the trainers.

The dog boards at the facility for three or four weeks working directly with trainers David or Josh.

Best for: Dogs needing more intensive or polished training than the basic program provides.

Requirements: Board and train program is tailored for dogs five months and older

Duration: 3 weeks

Focus: Advanced obedience, Basic obedience, Recall & off-leash

Aggression and Reactivity Rehabilitation

Price not published.

This board and train program targets dogs with aggression and reactivity toward people and other dogs, aiming to reduce reactive tendencies. It also teaches handlers how to become more confident when managing these behaviors.

The dog boards at the facility while trainers work on deterring reactive tendencies, and owners are taught handling skills.

Best for: Dogs with aggression or reactivity issues toward humans and/or other dogs.

Focus: Aggression, Leash reactivity, Fear & anxiety

Private Training for Non-Reactive Dogs

Price not published.

One-hour, one-on-one session for dogs that are generally social and comfortable around people and other dogs, focused on leash manners, basic obedience commands, impulse control, and house manners. Owners are actively involved and learn to reinforce skills between sessions.

Sessions take place at the training facility with hands-on coaching for the owner and dog, incorporating real-world distractions.

Best for: Friendly, social dogs needing help with obedience, leash manners, or everyday behavior.

Requirements: Designed for friendly, social dogs who need help with obedience, basic manners, or everyday behavior challenges

Duration: 1 session

Focus: Basic obedience, Leash training, Recall & off-leash

Private Training for Reactive Dogs

Price not published.

One-hour, specialized private sessions for dogs that react on leash to people or dogs, become overstimulated, or show fear or frustration. Training focuses on identifying triggers and thresholds, safe handling, and developing coping and management strategies.

Sessions occur at the facility with more structured handling and professional oversight, evaluated first via consultation.

Best for: Dogs with reactivity toward people, other dogs, or specific triggers.

Requirements: Requires evaluation during consultation to determine if private training is appropriate for the reactive dog

Duration: 1 session

Focus: Leash reactivity, Fear & anxiety, Aggression

Yappy Puppy Program

Price not published.

This program offers two private lessons for puppies too young to enter the standard board and train program, bridging the gap until they are old enough.

Owners attend two private lessons with their puppy before later enrolling in the official board and train.

Best for: Puppies under five months old whose owners eventually want a board and train program.

Requirements: For puppies too young for the board and train program, which requires dogs five months and older

Duration: 2 sessions

Focus: Puppy training, Socialization, Basic obedience

How much does Performance K9 Training cost?

Performance K9 Training does not publish program pricing online. Contact them directly or request a quote through Barklen for current rates.

Board and Train pricing

Board and Train pricing at Performance K9 Training in Carlsbad, CA
Program	Price	Length
Basic Behavior Modification (2-Week Board and Train)	Not published	2 weeks
Advanced Behavior Modification Program	Not published	3 weeks
Aggression and Reactivity Rehabilitation	Not published	Not stated

Private Lessons pricing

Private Lessons pricing at Performance K9 Training in Carlsbad, CA
Program	Price	Length
Private Training for Non-Reactive Dogs	Not published	1 session
Private Training for Reactive Dogs	Not published	1 session
Yappy Puppy Program	Not published	2 sessions

Consultations and evaluations

Boarding: Not published

What training methods does Performance K9 Training use?

The site explicitly describes a balanced training approach and confirms they accept aggression and reactivity cases. Reactive dogs must pass an initial consultation before starting private lessons.

Public materials reviewed by Barklen do not specify which training tools are used.

Who runs Performance K9 Training?

As described in the business's own materials

David Greene, Founder / trainer

According to their site, competed internationally with his dogs, representing the U.S. on four world teams and placing third and ninth in the world; created the facility's core board-and-train programs.

Josh, Trainer

According to their site, works alongside David Greene delivering the Advanced Behavior Modification board-and-train program.

Where does Performance K9 Training offer dog training?

Performance K9 Training operates from a dedicated training facility in Carlsbad, CA, offering board and train stays at their facility and private lessons.

Their site says they pet parents seeking help with house manners, leash pulling, impulse control/aggression, recall, and jumping, as well as owners wanting boarding for dogs not in training and those wanting private, owner-involved coaching.

A boutique training and boarding facility set on a fully fenced one-acre property described as a country oasis in North San Diego County.

The Carlsbad address is a suite in a commercial building along El Camino Real. Parking and accessibility specifics aren't mentioned.

How does Performance K9 Training compare with other Carlsbad dog trainers?

Barklen analysis

Barklen analysis based on 5 published Carlsbad listings (21 with published pricing). These comparisons are computed by Barklen, not claims made by Performance K9 Training.

Price: Performance K9 Training does not publish pricing for the program types where Carlsbad has enough published prices to compare (private lessons).

Reviews: 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews, among 5 published Carlsbad programs.

Transparency: 51 out of 100 (limited information), with 0% price transparency and 82% program clarity. 3 of 5 Carlsbad listings show certifications; this business does not list any.

Published prices at Performance K9 Training compared with Carlsbad ranges
Program type	Performance K9 Training	Carlsbad range	Barklen read
Private Lessons	Not published	$149–$166 across 3 Carlsbad programs	No published price to compare

What should you ask Performance K9 Training before booking?

Generated from what their public materials leave open

They don't publish pricing. Ask what a board and train stay costs and exactly what is included.
Ask which certifications their trainers hold and who issued them.
Ask for proof of liability insurance.
Ask which training tools, if any, they use and when.
Ask whether you can visit your dog during a board and train stay.
Ask if anyone is on-site overnight.
Ask how often you will get photo or video updates.
Ask how many dogs each trainer handles at once.

Location and hours

2588 S El Camino Real Ste F-310, Carlsbad, CA

Monday – Sunday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM

How Barklen reviewed this listing

Barklen reviewed Performance K9 Training against the business's public materials and published this listing. That is not a check of licenses, insurance, or certifications. See our methodology for what a verified listing does and does not mean.

Details the public materials do not address (owner visits during programs, progress updates, overnight staffing, insurance, guarantee, certifications, and others) are turned into the questions above rather than filled in.

Last reviewed by Barklen: Sep 5, 2026

What Barklen could verify

Programs listed: 6 programs (board and train, private lessons)
Published pricing: None published
Training method: Balanced
Aggression and reactivity cases: Accepts aggression cases
Facility: Training facility
Booking: Contact form

Contact Performance K9 Training or request a quote

Contact Performance K9 Training directly by phone or through their website, or request a quote through Barklen and we will pass it along.

+1 760-685-6804 Website

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