iHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%87+47.5Reliability 24%91+22.1Value 14%99+14Replies to reviews 7%16+1.1Experts Score= 85Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.85SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#29 of 44 pet trainersiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 35%
4.8★★★★★53 Google reviews · 17 photos
87%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★, last 20 reviewsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Customers report that Paws Learn in Paradise offers board and train services, with stays often lasting two to six weeks. Reviewers highlight the trainer's use of positive reinforcement, consistent communication through photo updates, and the facility's home-based setting. While many praise the results for reactive or fearful dogs and note the reasonable pricing, a recurring criticism involves difficulty reaching the business via phone, email, or text for initial inquiries.
Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 53 reviews (87% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 53 Google reviews (37 with written comments, 8 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 0% of reviews.
Most recent review: March 5, 2026.
Service: Pet Trainer serving Encinitas, California.
Data from Google, last updated November 1, 2026.
Score profile vs other pet trainers
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and value; weakest: replies to reviews.
Paws Learn in ParadisePet Trainers median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Paws Learn in Paradise: 87/100 on this factor. Category median: 92.A
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ReliabilityiReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Paws Learn in Paradise: 91/100 on this factor. Category median: 89.A
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Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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ValueiValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Paws Learn in Paradise: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
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MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Paws Learn in Paradise: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
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Replies to reviewsiReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Paws Learn in Paradise: 16/100 on this factor. Category median: 56.F
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Star ratings
53 Google reviews we collected
4.8of 5
5 stars4687%
4 stars611%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star12%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 37 written reviews
98%praise
Praise4198%
Complaints12%
PriceiGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Price verdicts customers left with their Google review
100%fair
Great price450%
Reasonable450%
Overpriced00%
Not sure00%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude1024%
Would recommend819%
Quality & results717%
Price & value717%
Honesty & trust717%
Communication25%
Speed & response12%
What customers talk about
We read 37 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“I am so grateful for her expertise and highly recommend her to anyone struggling with their dog's behavior.”
“I would highly recommend Paws in Paradise to anyone who wants to see their dog transform and become the dog you know they can be.”
“Paws Learn in Paradise exceeded my expectations by far!”
“I feel like we got a great deal and come to find out she also boards animals once she trains them!”
“You can tell she took the time to get him to trust her and then to help him unlearn bad habits while building his confidence for more appropriate behaviors.”
“She is not only highly skilled, but also incredibly generous with her time, thoughtful in her communication, and deeply invested in the families she works with.”
“Very responsive and helpful.”
People customers mention
Lori17 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Paws Learn in Paradise for 2 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
AAbbie1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 8 months ago★★★★★
Paws Learn in Paradise exceeded my expectations by far! My Corso had many behavior issues and I received him back after the board and train very well behaved and mannered. I am able to take him in very high traffic areas now whereas before I couldn't even walk past a neighbor without him lunging and barking. I recommend Paws Learn in Paradise 100x!
Great priceDog boarding with trainingDog training
JJanice2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 8 months ago★★★★★
I have a very high energy Australian Shepherd that I adopted from an Aussie rescue facility. I wasn’t aware of his severe issues prior to his adoption. He apparently had a history of aggressive behavior and biting and had been abandoned several times. I was at my wits end before someone recommended Lori at Paws…
Reasonable priceDog boarding with training
KKristen2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 9 months ago★★★★★
Paws learn in paradise was just what we needed. Our one and half year old mixed breed puppy, Manny was fearful and reactive. He stayed with Lori for 6 weeks and it made a world of difference for him. She gave my husband and I the tools we needed to help Manny. He came back a different dog!
JJaniceLocal Guide · 69 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 9 months ago★★★★★
Our puppy Archie was a rescue from a large litter in Mexico. As a puppy, he was very sensitive to loud noises and he was anxious around other dogs. Lori and her partner took him for 4 weeks and the experience was life changing. archie is now se well behaved. He is wonderful with other dogs and non reactive to loud…
MmargaretLocal Guide · 9 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 9 months ago★★★★★
I can’t recommend this dog trainer highly enough. I brought my nine-year-old dog Bear in, he has always been extremely nervous, not comfortable around other dogs and he also did resource guarding. I honestly wasn’t sure how much change was possible at his age, but I was completely blown away by the results. He came…
Reasonable priceDog training
MMelanie5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
What a difference in our puppy! And extra appreciation for taking her for an additional follow up week to really solidify her training. Very responsive and helpful.
Lori was an amazing dog trainer she works magic. She had my Frenchie for two weeks in that time she was able to have my dog learn a lot of commands as well as walk great off and on leash. He now is not reactive with other dogs know how to heal and place as well as sit and wait. If you know Frenchie they are very stubborn. Through out the two weeks she sent updates as well as pictures which was awesome. She spend an hour on the day of pick up to go over everything that my dog had learned and practice it with her
Lori also said if we were having any trouble to give her a call and see would face time or come over and work with us to correct any stubborn behavior also said the first time we take him out on an adventure that she would meet up with us and show us. I feel like we got a great deal and come to find out she also boards animals once she trains them!!! I would like to thank Lori and her husband for helping us!!!!!
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Dog training
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Abbie Colvig1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Abbie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Paws Learn in Paradise exceeded my expectations by far! My Corso had many behavior issues and I received him back after the board and train very well behaved and mannered. I am able to take him in very high traffic areas now whereas before I couldn't even walk past a neighbor without him lunging and barking. I recommend Paws Learn in Paradise 100x!
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Dog boarding with training, Dog training
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Janice Friel2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Janice has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I have a very high energy Australian Shepherd that I adopted from an Aussie rescue facility. I wasn’t aware of his severe issues prior to his adoption. He apparently had a history of aggressive behavior and biting and had been abandoned several times. I was at my wits end before someone recommended Lori at Paws Learn in Paradise. I sent Sam for a 3 week stay, which was extended by two weeks for additional training and he came home a changed dog. Lori worked with Sam’s anxiety and did what she does so well and once Sam started to feel safe his behaviors changed. Sam is a loving dog today and I am so thankful to Lori / Paws Learn in Paradise. I would highly recommend Paws in Paradise to anyone who wants to see their dog transform and become the dog you know they can be.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Dog boarding with training
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Shelby Delimitros1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Shelby has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Lori was so amazing for our fearful reactive dog, Bandit. He’s always had terrible leash manners and been hard to manage when people come over. We recently had a baby which has made it all the more difficult. We heard about Lori through a coworker and how she helped his dog. She was amazing with our boy! You can tell she took the time to get him to trust her and then to help him unlearn bad habits while building his confidence for more appropriate behaviors. She sent updates and pictures throughout. He needed a little extra time which Lori provided for no extra fee. We really appreciated her seeing him through and not sending him home till she thought he was ready. He made such an improvement through this training. He does great sitting in his place and not rushing when people come over. He is quiet if packages are delivered while baby is asleep, and if we say leave it he drops whatever he has. Lori checked in multiple times after we brought him home and gave us guidance on anything we needed to help him. They let us know if we need anything we can reach out and they also offer boarding where they’ll touch up any training things while he’s there which we will be taking advantage of. Bandit is so much more confident since attending this course and less anxious. Highly recommend Paws Learn in Paradise. You can tell how much they love animals and want to help your fur baby be the best they can be.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Dog boarding with training
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Cecile AbelLocal Guide · 43 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Cecile has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Trusting and working with Lori has truly been life-changing for our fearful dog (Diego had been beaten by his past owner, before we rescued him). He was fearful of most people, especially men. He was stubborn on leash, and was most often not responding to commands.
Lori's effective approach, focused on trust, building his confidence and teaching him how to properly behave with other dogs and humans. The 3-week stay he had at her place made an unbelievable difference. Diego's fear of people has drastically decreased, his confidence grown exponentially, walks are super enjoyable with him heeling constantly, and he responds reliably to commands.
Lori not only trained Diego but also empowered us with the skills to continue his progress. I am so grateful for her expertise and highly recommend her to anyone struggling with their dog's behavior.
She has transformed our lives and Diego's! Thank YOU Lori!
Services: Dog boarding with training, Dog training
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Joan Li9 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Joan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Lori and Paws Learn in Paradise has been life changing!! It's been a year since we fortunately found Lori and Paws Learn - we started off with training, and now we also leave our pup for boarding.
Lori and her family are lifesavers and the training is truly transformative! For so long, we had been looking to find boarding for our large German Shepherd pup, but didn't have great experiences with daycares, dog sitters, and other trainers who didn't seem to have experience with active and anxious pups. We thought we'd never be able to travel until we found Lori! She takes the time to observe and understand your pup, and she's truly a dog whisperer and understands their cues and behaviors. It's amazing what she can do in a few weeks - she worked with our dog on his reactivity and anxiety, and after 3 weeks, we no longer have to worry about him being reactive or anxious during our walks and when we leave him at home. And importantly, she taught us how to maintain his training! She took amazing care of our pup, treating his wounds when he got bit by a bee and giving him a bath before he came home.
He had so much fun, and you can tell he loved Lori and her family - he didn't want to leave them! Knowing he is in loving and excellent hands has been the greatest relief and reassurance for us. We have and will definitely continue to be using Paws Learn in Paradise for all our future boarding needs and continued training for our dog and any future pups :) cannot thank them enough !!
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Dog boarding with training
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Jordan Schaefer2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Jordan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Working with Lori at Paws Learn In Paradise has been an exceptional experience for our family. We adopted our dog Maggie as a young rescue puppy, and like most puppies, she came with boundless energy and plenty to learn. With a neurodivergent child in our home, it was especially important to us that Maggie develop calm, respectful behaviors — and Lori guided us through that process with care, patience, and expertise.
Under Lori’s training, Maggie mastered essential commands such as Stay, Down, Place and Gentle, which have made a meaningful difference in our daily life. These tools have helped Maggie better understand when our child isn’t up for play, creating a more peaceful and supportive environment for everyone.
We were referred to Lori through a trusted recommendation, and we remain so grateful for it. She is not only highly skilled, but also incredibly generous with her time, thoughtful in her communication, and deeply invested in the families she works with.
When we travel, we also board Maggie with Lori, which has been a true gift. Maggie stays in a safe, loving, and familiar environment, and her training continues while we’re away — providing her with consistent reinforcement and giving us complete peace of mind.
As Maggie continues to grow, we are grateful to have Lori as part of her journey. Paws Learn In Paradise has been a wonderful experience from start to finish, and we would wholeheartedly recommend Lori to anyone seeking compassionate, effective dog training.
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Dog boarding with training, Dog training
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Kristen Richart2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Kristen has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Paws learn in paradise was just what we needed. Our one and half year old mixed breed puppy, Manny was fearful and reactive. He stayed with Lori for 6 weeks and it made a world of difference for him. She gave my husband and I the tools we needed to help Manny. He came back a different dog!
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Janice ShermanLocal Guide · 69 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Janice has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Our puppy Archie was a rescue from a large litter in Mexico. As a puppy, he was very sensitive to loud noises and he was anxious around other dogs. Lori and her partner took him for 4 weeks and the experience was life changing. archie is now se well behaved. He is wonderful with other dogs and non reactive to loud noises. I didn’t originally want to send him but I am so glad that I did. Lori helped us before we got Archie with all of our anxious worries and was able to take him when we went out of town. I can’t thank you enough for all of your support. Janice Aherman
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margaret wiemersLocal Guide · 9 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews margaret has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I can’t recommend this dog trainer highly enough. I brought my nine-year-old dog Bear in, he has always been extremely nervous, not comfortable around other dogs and he also did resource guarding. I honestly wasn’t sure how much change was possible at his age, but I was completely blown away by the results. He came home a whole different dog—so much more confident, relaxed, and comfortable in himself.
Lori was patient, knowledgeable, and truly understood my dog’s needs. The transformation was remarkable, and it was clear that everything was done with care and compassion. I’m so glad I decided to do this, I only wish I had done it sooner. If you’re on the fence, don’t hesitate—this experience was absolutely worth it.