Beth Harrison, the trainer behind A Paw Above Dog Training, holds several credentials including Animal Behavior College certifications at two levels, AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator status, and recognition as an Animal Behavior College Certified Mentor Trainer. According to the business's website, she uses what they describe as "100% positive training methods" relying on hand signals and voice cues rather than harsh corrections.
The business offers group classes in the Castaic and greater Santa Clarita area, with programs divided by age. Puppy classes serve dogs 9 to 24 weeks old, covering basic obedience and social skills at a local pet store location. A separate class track handles dogs over six to seven months, working toward AKC Canine Good Citizen readiness. Their site places notable emphasis on early socialization as an ongoing process rather than a single event, with guidance on exposing puppies to varied people, animals, and environments during developmental windows.
A second trainer, Seth Hutson, is listed as a contact for some classes and appears to be associated with a separate business. The site notes that veterans can attend classes free of charge. Private in-home lessons are also mentioned as available.
