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Service Overview

Types of Dog Training

  • Family Dog
  • Behavior Modification
  • puppy

Specialty Focus Areas

  • Puppy Training
  • Potty Training
  • Leash Pulling
  • Reactivity / Aggression
  • Separation Anxiety
  • Barking Excessively
  • Recall

Training Formats Offered

  • Private Lessons
  • Private Facility

Program Formats

  • Sessions Package
  • Ongoing Weekly

Types of Dogs

  • Large
  • Giant

Age of Dogs Trained

  • Puppy (<1 year)
  • Adolescent (1-2 years)
  • Adult (2-8 years)

Dog Training Methodology

Methods: 

  • Positive Reinforcement Only

Equipment: 

  • Clickers
  • Food Rewards
  • Harnesses
  • Flat Collars

Michele offers ongoing private training sessions at her facility, tailored to individual dog needs. Programs focus on behavior modification, obedience, and certification preparation such as STAR Puppy and CGC. Sessions are designed to be consistent and progressive, with support provided between lessons.

Testimonials

Michele’s training has been great for our one year old dog! We are trying to get him trained before our new baby arrives. After only a few sessions we have made so much progress. Definitely recommend!
– Anonymous

I have such good things to say!! She is helping me work with my 3 year old dachshund! Ever since we started training with her he is doing so much better! I definitely recommend her!!
– Anonymous

Michelle is AMAZING! She is helping me work with my TWO Newfoundland puppies! We are currently working toward their STAR Puppy Cert and then CGC Certificates. She is helpful, fun and wonderful at what she does! My pups get so excited when we pull up to for our lessons, not sure which of us (me or my girls) are more pumped for each session. HIGH RECOMMEND MICHELLE!
– Anonymous

About the Trainer

Michele’s PAWsitive Training is a dog training business based in Gainesville, TX, that helps dog owners build stronger bonds with their pets using positive training methods. Michelle specializes in working with dogs of all ages and sizes, including puppies, adolescents, and large breeds like Newfoundlands and German Shepherds. She offers personalized training to address behaviors such as leash pulling, potty training, reactivity, separation anxiety, and obedience, with clients reporting significant progress after just a few sessions. Her approach is described as patient, encouraging, and highly supportive, making her a trusted choice for families preparing for new babies or managing challenging behaviors.

Michelle is known for her enthusiasm and availability, often answering questions between sessions and creating a fun, engaging environment that both dogs and owners look forward to. She helps clients work toward certifications like STAR Puppy and CGC, and her clients consistently highlight her ability to make even the most difficult cases improve.

The business operates from a facility with wheelchair-accessible parking and offers sessions during weekday mornings and afternoons, as well as weekend mornings.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients can contact Michelle via phone to schedule an initial session. Training begins with an assessment of the dog’s behavior and goals, followed by customized session planning.

Contact Information

Availability

  • Weekdays
  • Morning
  • Afternoon
  • Weekends

Hours

Monday: 8am-5pm
Tuesday: 8am-5pm
Wednesday: 8am-5pm
Thursday: 8am-5pm
Friday: 8am-5pm
Saturday: 10am-5pm
Sunday: Closed

Languages

  • English

Misc Features

  • wheelchair accessible parking
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