Pawsitive Directions Behavior & Training, LLC

Training programs include one-on-one behavior consultations for issues like aggression, reactivity, separation anxiety, and house soiling, with options for in-home, office, or video sessions. Follow-up appointments are recommended to track progress. Group classes (currently paused) included Polite Puppy, Basic Manners, Tricks and Games, Sniffing Games, Basics and Beyond, Ultimate Recall, Jumping and Pulling Solutions, and Advanced Manners, each lasting 3–6 weeks with weekly 1-hour sessions. All programs emphasize positive reinforcement, hands-on learning, and owner education with customized exercises and handouts.

Pricing Summary

Private behavior consultations are $115/hour before 4 p.m. and $135/hour after 4 p.m. or on weekends. In-home appointments include $1.85/mile round trip. Packages for follow-up appointments offer discounts: 1-2 sessions, 3-4 sessions, or 5-6 sessions, all pre-paid and non-refundable. Group classes were priced at $140–$165 for 6-week sessions and $80 for 3-week sessions. A $25 fee applies for returned checks.

Policies

Cancellations with less than 24 hours’ notice or no-shows result in a full-hour charge ($115 or $135) plus mileage if applicable. Late arrivals are waited for 15 minutes before the cancellation policy applies. Dogs must be confined during in-home visits. Packages for follow-up appointments are pre-paid, non-refundable, and expire if not completed within the specified timeframe.

Pawsitive Directions Behavior & Training, LLC, located in Oshkosh, WI, is a dog training business founded in 2000 and led by Jody Hergert-Andresen, who has 32 years of experience in positive, cooperative dog training. The business helps dog owners build harmonious relationships with their pets through customized behavior consultations, private training, and small group classes focused on manners, socialization, and behavior modification. Services include puppy selection guidance, video and phone consultations, and seminars. Jody tailors training plans to each dog and family’s unique needs, using humane, reward-based methods. While group classes are currently paused, private sessions are available for all ages and breeds, including dogs with aggression, reactivity, separation anxiety, and other behavioral challenges.

Jody provides in-home, office-based, and virtual consultations, offering flexibility for busy families. She emphasizes education for owners, providing handouts and specific exercises to reinforce training at home. Her approach is client-centered, with follow-up appointments recommended to track progress and adjust training plans. The business also offers specialized training for leash pulling, recall, jumping, potty training, and multi-dog household dynamics.

Clients praise Jody for her patience, expertise with difficult breeds, and ability to help with rescue dogs and complex behavioral issues. She is known for going above and beyond, including extending session times to ensure families fully understand the training process.

Accomplishments

Jody Hergert-Andresen has 32 years of experience in dog training and behavior modification since 2000. She is recognized for her work with rescue dogs, multi-dog households, and complex behavioral cases. She has conducted seminars and is frequently recommended by veterinarians and clients.

How to Get Started!

Begin by contacting Pawsitive Directions to schedule a behavior consultation, which can be done in-home, at the Oshkosh training facility, or via video. A thorough history of the dog’s behavior is taken, followed by a customized training plan with handouts and exercises. Follow-up appointments are recommended to evaluate progress and continue training.