Walking with Mr. Linus at Dog Beach, Huntington Beach, CA.
Nicole Narita
Owner/Founder
Welcome to Where Dogs Thrive! I’m Nicole Narita, your friendly and dedicated Expert Positive Reinforcement Dog Trainer in Huntington Beach. I specialize in Puppy socialization and training, polite manners, obedience, and cooperative care for family dogs. My mission is to help you build a strong bond with your furry best friend, creating a well-behaved, happy companion for your family.
At Where Dogs Thrive, we focus on teaching basic obedience, appropriate social behaviors, puppy socialization, and cooperative care techniques that encourage a harmonious relationship between you and your dog. I believe in fostering mutual respect, understanding, and cooperation, so I’m here to provide effective, fear-free training tailored to your family’s unique needs.
Together, we’ll embark on an exciting journey to create a clear communication path between you and your dog, promoting trust and understanding. Using the latest science-supported, positive reinforcement-based, and force-free techniques, we’ll make training an enjoyable experience for both you and your canine companion. Our focus on cooperative care ensures your dog has the autonomy to make good choices while learning essential life skills.
Imagine enjoying walks, outings, and social gatherings with a well-mannered pup who confidently navigates the world by your side. Working together, your dog will develop the skills and confidence necessary for a happy, stress-free life within your family.
Homeschool Puppy Training
with Miss Luna.
Fun We Do It Dog Training in
the park with Goldie!
As a lifelong learner, I am committed to staying current on the latest positive reinforcement dog training methods and techniques. I regularly attend classes, seminars, events, and conventions to expand my knowledge, and I’m constantly reading books, listening to podcasts, and watching courses to ensure I provide you with the most effective and compassionate training solutions.
As a DogBiz University Dog Walking Academy Certified professional, APDT Member, PPG – Pet Professional Guild Member, and AKC – Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, you can trust that your family dog is in caring and capable hands.
Let’s get started on this incredible adventure together! I’m here to help your family dog thrive, creating a lasting bond filled with love, trust, cooperation, and understanding.
Former student Macchiato
showing off his skills!
We offer customized
One-on-one Coaching!
Relationship-based Puppy and Dog Training
