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Performance K9 Training is a dog training business in Carlsbad, California offering Board and Train and Private Lessons.
Carlsbad • CA • Training facility • 5.0 ★ (18 Google reviews)
Last verified: Sep 5, 2026
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What they say about themselves
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.
Consultations and evaluations before you commit to a program.
A boarding-only service (not a training program) offering indoor/outdoor kennels with air conditioning, ventilation, and comfy cots or blankets, plus multiple play yards, for dogs not requiring training.
Best for: Dogs not requiring training who just need boarding accommodations.
Focus: Basic obedience
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.
What board & train costs in Carlsbad
Private sessions in Carlsbad sit around a $150 median among listings that publish prices. Ask what a full program would cost for your dog.
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
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.
Focus: Basic obedience, Leash training, Recall & off-leash
Duration: 2 weeks
Includes: Owner handoff sessions
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.
Focus: Advanced obedience, Basic obedience, Recall & off-leash
Duration: 3 weeks
| Program | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Aggression and Reactivity Rehabilitation | Not published | — |
| Basic Behavior Modification (2-Week Board and Train) | Not published | 2 weeks |
| Advanced Behavior Modification Program | Not published | 3 weeks |
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.
Focus: Puppy training, Socialization, Basic obedience
Duration: 2 sessions
Private Lessons in Carlsbad typically runs $128–$785 across 9 programs that do publish pricing. Ask this trainer for a written quote before comparing.
One-hour, one-on-one sessions 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.
Focus: Basic obedience, Leash training, Recall & off-leash
Duration: 1 sessions
Private Lessons in Carlsbad typically runs $128–$785 across 9 programs that do publish pricing. Ask this trainer for a written quote before comparing.
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.
Focus: Leash reactivity, Fear & anxiety, Aggression
Duration: 1 sessions
Private Lessons in Carlsbad typically runs $128–$785 across 9 programs that do publish pricing. Ask this trainer for a written quote before comparing.
| Program | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Yappy Puppy Program | Not published | 2 sessions |
| Private Training for Non-Reactive Dogs | Not published | 1 sessions |
| Private Training for Reactive Dogs | Not published | 1 sessions |
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.
Method: Balanced
Combines rewards with corrections, which may include tools such as prong collars or e-collars.
Certifications: Not specified on their website
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They operate from a dedicated training facility rather than a home setup. Details on owner visits, video updates, overnight staffing, and insurance aren't published on the site.
Facility: Training facility
Owner visits: not specified on their website.
Video updates: not specified on their website.
Overnight staffing: not specified on their website.
Insurance: not specified on their website.
Guarantee: not specified on their website.
Waitlist: not specified on their website.
Dogs per trainer: not specified on their website.
Booking: Contact form
Price: Performance K9 Training does not publish board & train pricing. Across Carlsbad, 21 programs publish prices from about $89 to $1,490.
Reviews: Performance K9 Training shows 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews among 5 published Carlsbad programs.
Transparency: This listing scores 51 out of 100 (price 0%, program clarity 82%). 3 of 5 Carlsbad listings show certifications; this business does not list certifications.
The Carlsbad address is a suite in a commercial building along El Camino Real. Parking and accessibility specifics aren't mentioned.
2588 S El Camino Real Ste F-310, Carlsbad, CA
Friday: 8AM-7PM
Monday: 8AM-7PM
Sunday: 8AM-7PM
Tuesday: 8AM-7PM
Saturday: 8AM-7PM
Thursday: 8AM-7PM
Wednesday: 8AM-7PM
Reach out directly or send a quote request through Performance K9 Training.
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