Pawsitive K9 Behavior School

Service area: Pittsburgh, PA

Pawsitive K9 Behavior School offers Behavior Modification and Puppy Training programs. For behavior modification, they address issues like leash reactivity, pulling, jumping, resource guarding, counter surfing, aggression, and separation & crate anxiety. The process begins with an initial evaluation of the dog’s temperament, needs, and behavior patterns. Training is conducted in various environments to help dogs generalize behaviors. They offer a day train program with a structured curriculum, homework assignments, and video playlists. After the initial school days, clients can follow up with private lessons and have the option to attend group classes.

For puppy training, they provide two options: private lessons and an immersive “Play & Train” program. Private lessons offer one-on-one instruction in the client’s home, focusing on basic obedience and manners. The Play & Train program accelerates learning by building a foundation of obedience, providing socialization opportunities, and appropriate play. Both puppy programs support owners with training videos and homework to reinforce learning at home. They assist with common puppy behaviors such as potty training, chewing, rough play, and leash pulling.

Pawsitive K9 Behavior School, founded by Bridget in 2018, offers dog training services focusing on behavior modification and puppy training. They aim to help clients achieve their training goals and improve problem behaviors, recognizing that every dog is an individual and no two training journeys are identical.

They specialize in addressing issues such as leash reactivity, pulling, jumping, resource guarding, counter surfing, aggression, separation & crate anxiety, and more. Their philosophy involves identifying the source of problem behaviors to ensure effective, long-lasting, and fair change, using the least invasive and aversive methods.

The school provides an individualized approach, working with clients to understand their dog’s motivators and needs. Training is conducted in various environments to help dogs generalize learned behaviors. They offer a comprehensive approach that includes day train programs, homework assignments, video playlists, private lessons, and optional group classes to ensure success through collaborative effort between the owner and the training staff.

Accomplishments

Pawsitive K9 Behavior School was founded by Bridget in 2018, building on her extensive professional training experience. The training team has many years of experience helping dogs work through challenging issues. They have helped countless clients achieve their training goals and are proud to have an extensive ‘pack’ that has experienced positive results.

How to Get Started!

Clients can contact Pawsitive K9 Behavior School to discuss their dog’s undesirable behaviors or to learn more about puppy training. The first meeting includes an evaluation of the dog’s overall temperament, needs, and behavior patterns.