My Positive Pup

Offers 1-on-1 private training sessions with Ken or Lauren, tailored for puppies, adolescents, adults, and reactive or fearful dogs. Also provides group puppy socialization classes (Paws and Playtime) and family-focused education (Dogs & Kids) to help households with children safely integrate dogs. Sessions are available in-studio, in-home, or virtually. All programs emphasize positive reinforcement and building lifelong skills for both dog and owner.

Pricing Summary

Pricing details are not listed publicly; clients are instructed to call for rates and package information.

My Positive Pup is a dog training business based in Hoboken, NJ, led by Ken MacLeod, a Karen Pryor Academy Certified Dog Training Partner (KPA CTP) and FearFree Certified Professional, and Lauren Reilly, a Certified Canine Training & Behavior Specialist (CCDT) and Family Paws Certified Educator. They specialize in 100% positive reinforcement training, rejecting the use of e-collars, prong collars, dominance-based methods, or any form of fear or punishment. Their approach focuses on teaching dogs what to do instead of what not to do, helping owners build trust, communication, and a lifelong bond with their pets. Services include private in-person and virtual sessions, puppy socialization classes, and family-focused education for households with children. Training is offered in-studio, in-home, or outdoors, and they serve clients across the Hoboken area with a strong emphasis on helping reactive, fearful, or anxious dogs thrive.

The team is backed by professional credentials from respected institutions like Karen Pryor Academy and CATCH Canine Trainers Academy, and their methods have been featured in national media including Modern Dog Magazine and All Creatures Magazine. They also offer specialized programs for families with babies or toddlers, ensuring safe, positive interactions between dogs and young children. All training is designed to be fun, effective, and sustainable, empowering owners with the skills to handle any situation confidently.

Accomplishments

Ken MacLeod is a Karen Pryor Academy Certified Dog Training Partner (KPA CTP), L.E.G.S. Certified Family Dog Mediator, and FearFree Certified Professional. He is also an Emmy-winning production designer for Saturday Night Live. Lauren Reilly is a Certified Canine Training & Behavior Specialist (CCDT) through CATCH Canine Trainers Academy and a Family Paws Certified Educator. My Positive Pup has been featured in Modern Dog Magazine, All Creatures Magazine, and national podcasts.

How to Get Started!

Interested clients are instructed to call 201-218-0413 to discuss their dog’s needs and schedule a session. No online booking system is provided; all arrangements are made via phone call.