Pawsitive Impact

11/26/2025

Lyle loves to play! He's looking for a home where he will get 2 daily walks a day.

Adoption fees waived for November.

11/26/2025

Lyle is a short stack, 32 pound, playful pup. He's 6 years old but still has plenty of energy! Lyle loves to play fetch... without giving back the ball, lol... play chase with his friends, and snuggle in your lap when he is done. 🥰❣️🐾

Adoption fees are waived for all adoptions through November! Lyle would be forever for a home!

11/24/2025

Runt wants to be for a home 🏡. This girl was surrendered to a shelter and was not doing well there. Pawsitive Impact took her in and after about a month she ventured forward for attention. Runt has been in foster since August and still lrefers to hide unser the bed until I walk in. She nows comes all the way into the bathroom to ask for attention but is shy of others. Runt needs a patient home that will allow her to come to you at her own pace.

11/21/2025

Joint Standards of Practice for animal training and behavior are used by leading organizations in the dog training community. NONE of these allow for use of aversives in training. No prong, shock, fear, etc. While these methods can seem helpful for how fast they work, they can actually make behaviors worse and create a stressed out dog. Dogs are companions to be loved and cared for. To live inside and use positive, science based training without fear or force to create a bond and a well behaved pup.

We’re proud to share new updates to the Joint Standards of Practice (JSOP), a collaborative effort uniting leading organizations in the animal training and behavior field. Since 2018, the JSOP has promoted science-based, humane, and ethical practices across the profession.
Endorsed by Victoria Stilwell Academy, Positively, IAABC, APDT, KPA, ADI, Grisha Stewart Academy, Science Matters, Understand Horses, and the IAABC Foundation, this shared framework supports professional integrity and animal well-being. The latest updates reflect our evolving understanding of learning and behavior and reaffirm our commitment to a unified, compassionate approach. More updates and opportunities for feedback are coming in the new year. We look forward to continuing this journey—together.
For more information, visit https://www.vsdogtrainingacademy.com/jsop/.
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11/21/2025

Congratulations! You decided to add a dog to your family!!!!!

But now you’re juggling kid energy, dog nerves, and a house full of big feelings (and maybe a few chewed shoes).

That’s why I created the Family Dog Adoption Handbook. It's a free, practical guide to help your kids and new dog start off on the right paw 🐾

💡 You’ll learn what to do before the dog arrives, what to expect in the first week, and how to set up safe, happy routines for everyone.

Perfect for families adopting their very first dog...or eventheir next one.

Download it free here 👉 https://poochparenting.net/adoption-dog-handbook-for-families/

11/20/2025

Adoptable Lyle and Nacho having morning potty and play ❣️🐾

❤️

11/19/2025

Adoption Fees waived through November! Our pups would be forever thankful for homes 🏡 ❤️

11/17/2025

🚨 Contracts Matter — Protect Yourself and the Dog

Jeremy will join the Yankee Golden RetrieverClub on Tuesday, November 18 at 7 p.m. EST to talk about something every breeder and every pet owner should understand: contracts.

He’ll cover:
🐾 What every breeder should have in their contract
🐾 What buyers need to look for before signing
🐾 How clear agreements protect both the dog and the people involved

These issues come up more often than most expect, and a strong contract can prevent years of stress.

Drop a comment below if you're planning on attending!

Maisey pic just because.

📅 Tuesday, November 18 @ 7PM EST (Zoom)
🔗 Join here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87924416977...
Meeting ID: 879 2441 6977
Passcode: 990245

11/13/2025

Leading the way in animal welfare! Thank ypu Boston Dog Lawyers 🐕

11/12/2025

Something I have seen that bothers me about any business, including rescues...

When someone is a jerk on a post, other commenters and sometimes the page itself make fun of that person's intelligence. Something I have seen is making fun of them for spelling and grammar.

People typing on their phones and using social media to type how they may speak with friends does NOT dictate their intelligence level, nor their capabilities at their careers.

I have a Master's degree. You don't get that level of education being "stupid" and you certainly need to do an obnoxious amount of writing in a professional manner. I cant freaking write on my for for crap! Heck, I often mispell words on my word game because of where my fingers hit, not because I can't spell.

Social media comments do NOT determine intellect levels. And making fun of and slandering others does NOT help us change other's minds. It doesn't help our communities understand something or help them change their point of view.

Please be kind. In the words of Christina Randall Please be kind to everybody, everywhere!

11/11/2025

UNSAFE

11/08/2025

This.

One of the most common questions I hear is:
"My dog growls at my kids. How do I stop this?"

But here's the thing.
Instead of asking how to stop the growl, ask how to stop the REASON the dog is growling in the first place.