Paw-Z-Tive Pawz & Just for Starters

Training programs include private sessions, group classes (e.g., Puppy Preschool, Agility Foundations, Barking Solutions, Crate Training), and board-and-train options. Classes are structured in 4- to 6-week blocks with specific prerequisites. Programs focus on foundational manners, behavior modification, agility skills, and fitness. All programs emphasize owner education and use positive reinforcement. Online Zoom options are available for FitFun training.

Pricing Summary

Group classes cost $260 for a 6-week session; private sessions and board-and-train options available upon consultation. A discount is offered for clients who commit to a four-session training package. Reservations are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Policies

Class reservations are non-refundable and non-transferable. Boarding and training contracts are required prior to services. Behavior modification cases may require vet clearance for health or pain issues. Injury cases for FitFun require vet approval.

Paw-Z-Tive Pawz & Just for Starters is a science-based, positive reinforcement dog training facility led by Robin, a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CCPDT). They specialize in teaching dog owners how to train their dogs using choice/reward methods, with programs for puppies of all ages, adult dogs, and seniors. Services include private sessions, group classes, in-home consultations, and board-and-train options. They offer specialized programs for behavior modification (e.g., separation anxiety, barking, reactivity), agility training, off-leash walking, and canine fitness (FitFun). Their facility in Fowlerville, MI, features indoor and outdoor training areas with equipment like agility obstacles, targets, and tunnels. They emphasize empowering owners with tools for long-term success, not just quick fixes.

Just for Starters is their puppy-focused program that builds foundational skills during critical developmental stages using games and positive reinforcement. They also offer online Zoom classes for fitness training and maintain a calendar of puppy socials. Robin’s approach is rooted in learning theory and avoids punishment, dominance, or corrections, focusing instead on shaping desired behaviors through rewards and clarity.

They provide downloadable intake forms for behavior and boarding, and offer an exclusive discount for clients who commit to a four-session training package.

Accomplishments

Robin is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CCPDT) with over 35 years of experience in dog training, behavior modification, and puppy development. She is educated in the science of dog training and learning theory, and has trained dogs in sports, behavior issues, and foundational skills.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients begin by completing a Behavior Intake Questionnaire and contacting Robin via phone or email to schedule an initial evaluation. A free consultation is offered to discuss training goals and options. Boarding clients must also complete a Boarding Training Contract.