Pawsitive Results Dog Training & Behavior

12/01/2025

I just published a new piece on something I see almost every day:

Dogs who look fine on the outside… but are carrying so much in their bodies.

Reactivity isn’t a behavior problem — it’s a nervous system story.
And real change begins where safety begins.

If you’ve ever loved a reactive dog, or wanted to understand what’s really happening beneath the surface, this one is for you. 🐾🦮

Why real change begins in the body, not the behavior.

11/22/2025

I wrote something today that feels really close to the work I’m doing in my life — with dogs, with people, and with myself.

Presence over pressure.
Connection over control.
Attunement over overfunctioning.

If you want to read the full reflection, my newest Substack piece is up. 🐾💛

What Dogs — and people — Teach Us About Showing up Without Over functioning

11/20/2025

If you have a chance, give this a read and let me know what you think ! 💙

How our inner state shapes our dogs' behavior — and why presence matters more than cues.

11/19/2025

📣 A Few Spots Left for Our Puppy + Beginner Combo Class!

Starts Saturday, December 6th @ 11 AM • Graham Hay Market

This 6-week class is perfect for puppies 10 weeks+ and beginner dogs needing structure, socialization, confidence, and good manners in real-life situations.

🐾 What we’ll cover:
• Sit, down, wait, recall
• Leash pressure + polite walking
• Leave it + calm greetings
• Puppy biting, potty training & chewing support
• Impulse control + engagement
• Socialization, neutrality & confidence-building
• Real-world manners & more!

📍 Location: Graham Hay Market
📅 Start Date: Saturday, Dec 6th @ 11 AM
💵 Cost: $220 for the full 6-week program

If your dog could use a reset, structure, or a strong foundation — this class is a great fit!

Message me to claim a spot! Or register online via the sign up form, https://www.pawsitiveresultsdogtrainingandbehavior.com 🐶✨
Connection Creates Change.

Pawsitive Results Dog Training & Behavior, Certified Dog trainer and Behavior Consultant offering in home dog training to help you create clear communication and a lasting bond with your dog. Basic obedience and behavior modification using positive reinforcement and least intrusive, minimally aversi...

10/30/2025

Krypto just wrapped up his Trainer Takeover Program, and this is what sessions look like in real time!

He’s a sweet, high-energy boy who gets easily overstimulated — his engagement is amazing, but we’ve been working on helping him redirect that excitement into calm focus.

Here’s a quick look at how you can teach “Off” to your own dog too! 🐾

10/25/2025

Krypto learning/practicing wait !

10/25/2025

Krypto learning how to wait !

10/17/2025

🐾 Choosing the Right Walking Equipment,
Finding the balance between safety and control!

• Back-Clip Harness –
✅ Body Safety: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
🎯 Control: ⭐

Safest for the dog’s body; spreads pressure evenly. Great for trained dogs or casual walks, but offers little control for pullers.

• Front-Clip Harness –
✅ Safety: ⭐️⭐️
🎯Control: ⭐️⭐️

Helps redirect pulling but can restrict shoulders if not fitted properly, if you have an extremely strong puller it can also cause shoulder injuries
If dog doesnt respond to front clip pressure.

•Dual-Clip Harness –
✅Safety : ⭐⭐⭐
🎯Control: ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️

Best balance of safety and control; use front clip for training, back for everyday walks. Dispersed pressure on the front and back if used with a double leash.

• Head Halter –
✅ Safety :⭐⭐️
🎯Control: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Excellent control for strong pullers but must be fitted and introduced carefully to prevent neck strain.

• Slip Lead –
✅Safety :⭐
🎯Control: ⭐️⭐️

Useful for quick control or shelter settings and vet clinics. Applies pressure directly to the neck, usually needs to fit right below the ears. can cause injury if dog pulls hard or handler lacks experience.

• Choke Chain –
✅Safety: ⚠️
🎯Control: ⭐️ ⭐️

High risk of neck injury if misused; not recommended for regular training. Offers control but can damage the trachea or neck when misused. Not recommended for sustained pulling or novice handlers.

• Prong Collar –
✅Safety: ⭐⭐
🎯Control: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Surprisingly safer than the choke chain, slip lead, or flat collar. Only because it provides evenly dispersed pressure and control when fitted high and used gently instead of one pressure point. Should ONLY be used under professional guidance and as a temporary training aid or used by an experienced handler. To many misuses of this tool unfortunately.

• E-Collar (Remote Trainer)
✅ Safety: ⭐⭐
🎯Control: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Can provide off-leash reliability if used correctly and humanely. Requires proper conditioning and timing; misuse can cause fear or confusion. This tool is unfortunately not used correctly and often ends up in the hands of to many inexperienced trainers and handlers which in turn can cause long term damage.

• Flat Collar –
✅Safety:⭐
🎯Control: ⭐️

Safe for ID tags and dogs with solid leash manners, but unsafe for pullers—pressure goes straight to the throat.

🐶 Trainer Tip:

No tool replaces training. The goal is always clear communication, comfort, and consistency. The safest setup is one that keeps you and your dog secure while reinforcing calm, loose-leash behavior through positive methods. Tools are only a management strategy, real change and transformation comes from training your dog!

I hope you find this helpful!

10/08/2025

Hi everyone ! There was a schedule change and this is the updated date for our upcoming puppy & beginner class. Sign up today !

🐾 Basic Obedience Group Classes – Enrolling Now! 🐾

📅 Starts October 23rd
🕔 Thursday Nights @ 5 PM
📍 Graham Hay Market
💲 6 Weeks for Only $220

Our positive reinforcement–based group class is the perfect way to teach your dog essential manners, build structure, and strengthen your bond.

✨ In This Course We Cover:

•Loose leash walking & polite greetings
•Jumping solutions & impulse control (leave it, drop it, waiting at doors)
•Recall (coming when called) & “down”
•Proper socialization & confidence in new environments
•Clear communication & structure at home and in public
•And more!

This class is great for puppies and beginner dogs of all ages who need a strong foundation in obedience and manners.

🐶 Spaces are limited — secure your spot today for just $220!

👉 Message me or visit:
https://www.pawsitiveresultsdogtrainingandbehavior.com

and click Sign Up! to reserve your spot online via our Group Class Form.

10/02/2025

🐾 Basic Obedience Group Classes – Enrolling Now! 🐾

📅 Starts October 23rd
🕔 Thursday Nights @ 5 PM
📍 Graham Hay Market
💲 6 Weeks for Only $220

Our positive reinforcement–based group class is the perfect way to teach your dog essential manners, build structure, and strengthen your bond.

✨ In This Course We Cover:

•Loose leash walking & polite greetings
•Jumping solutions & impulse control (leave it, drop it, waiting at doors)
•Recall (coming when called) & “down”
•Proper socialization & confidence in new environments
•Clear communication & structure at home and in public
•And more!

This class is great for puppies and beginner dogs of all ages who need a strong foundation in obedience and manners.

🐶 Spaces are limited — secure your spot today for just $220!

👉 Message me or visit:
https://www.pawsitiveresultsdogtrainingandbehavior.com

and click Sign Up! to reserve your spot online via our Group Class Form.

09/18/2025

This Saturday !! Register with us !

🐾 Puppy & Beginner Dog Training Class 🐾

📅 Starts September 20th
🕦 Saturdays at 11:30 AM
📍 Graham Hay Market
💲 6-Week Course: $220

Give your pup the right start with our fun and supportive Puppy & Beginner Class! This 6-week course helps your dog learn the essentials while also tackling those common puppy challenges.

✨ What we’ll cover:
• Core obedience: Sit, Down, Wait, Come
• Impulse control: Leave It & Drop It
• Potty training support
• Nipping & chewing guidance for puppies
• Loose leash walking basics
• Greeting manners & socialization
• Building confidence in real-world settings

✅ Small class sizes = more individual attention
✅ Positive, effective training methods
✅ Hands-on coaching and weekly homework

📲 Spots are limited—reserve your spot today

https://www.pawsitiveresultsdogtrainingandbehavior.com

Set your pup up for a lifetime of success with Pawsitive Results Dog Training & Behavior 🐶💛

08/23/2025

🐾 Upcoming Dog Training Classes – September Openings! 🐾

Looking to give your pup the best start or take training to the next level? Our group classes are fun, supportive, and focused on real-life results!

✨ Beyond Basics (Level 2)
📅 Thursday, September 4th @ 6:15 PM
📍 Meridian Habitat Park
➡️ Proof and polish your dog’s skills for reliability around distractions. We’ll build on prior training and introduce:
• Heeling & loose leash walking
• Place cue
• Reliable stay
• Distance, duration & distraction work
• Structured movement in group settings

🐶 Puppy / Beginner Class (10 weeks & up)
📅 Saturday, September 6th @ 12:30 PM
📅 Thursday, September 17th @ 5:00 PM
📍 Graham Hay Market
➡️ Perfect for puppies or dogs just starting training! We’ll lay the groundwork for obedience and good manners, including:
• Potty training routines
• Puppy biting & chewing
• Sit, down, wait & recall
• Leash pressure & polite walking
• Leave it, impulse control & engagement
• Socialization, neutrality, confidence building & more!

💲 Cost: $220 per 6-week course
📌 Spots are limited – sign up today!
👉 pawsitiveresultsdogtrainingandbehavior.com