My Positive Pup

My Positive Pup offers personalized 1-on-1 training with Ken or Lauren, designed for puppies, adolescents, adults, and reactive or fearful dogs. Sessions are tailored to each dog’s needs and focus on building communication and trust. They also offer group puppy socialization classes (Paws and Playtime) for puppies up to 20 weeks and family education programs (Dogs & Kids) to help households safely integrate dogs with children. All programs are available in-studio, in-home, or virtually. Training emphasizes positive reinforcement and skill-building for owners to continue at home.

Pricing Summary

Pricing is available upon request via phone or email. Puppy socials are priced at $50 per session. Private 1-on-1 training sessions are customized and available by appointment. No public pricing listed; clients are encouraged to call for details and rates.

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, avoiding all aversive tools like e-collars, prong collars, and leash pops. Their approach focuses on building trust, communication, and joy in the dog-human relationship, helping dogs thrive rather than just survive. Services include private in-person and virtual sessions, puppy socialization classes, and family-focused education for households with children. They train puppies, adolescents, adults, and senior dogs, with special expertise in reactivity, fearfulness, and behavior modification. Their training is offered in-studio, at home, or outdoors, and they are fully insured.

Ken brings a unique background as an Emmy-winning production designer from Saturday Night Live, applying his creativity to design engaging, low-stress training experiences. Lauren specializes in family dynamics with dogs and children, offering tailored guidance for new parents and pet owners. The business also hosts community events like puppy socials and provides educational content through press features in national publications like Modern Dog Magazine.

Clients report significant improvements in their dogs’ behavior and their own confidence as trainers, with many noting immediate results and stronger bonds after working with My Positive Pup.

Accomplishments

Ken MacLeod is a Karen Pryor Academy Certified Dog Training Partner (KPA CTP), L.E.G.S. Certified Family Dog Mediator (FDM), 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. The business has been featured in Modern Dog Magazine and All Creatures Magazine, and Mary Pomilla is producing a documentary on their methods.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients are encouraged to call 201-218-0413 to schedule a free consultation. Ken offers complimentary phone consultations for those seeking initial advice, especially for reactive or fearful dogs. After the consultation, clients can book private sessions, group classes, or family programs based on their needs.