Pawsitive K9 Solutions – Colorado

Group classes are ongoing and held on Sundays at 4pm and Tuesdays (on hold), covering obedience, socialization, manners, and fun activities. Structured courses include 6–7 week programs for Beginner Rally, Trick Dog, Scent Work, CGC, Agility, and Puppy Class. Private lessons are customized for specific goals like recall, off-leash training, or behavior correction. The Sampler 101 class offers a 3-week intro to obedience, agility, and scent work. All programs emphasize positive reinforcement, consistency, and building owner-dog trust.

Pricing Summary

Group classes range from $20 per drop-in session to $300 for a 3-month membership (up to 24 classes). Six- to seven-week structured courses cost $140–$160. Private lessons are $60/hour, with diabetic alert training at $75/hour. Behavior evaluations are $100/hour. Volhard Puppy Aptitude Testing is $25. A free 30-minute private lesson is included with first-time monthly group class membership.

Pawsitive K9 Solutions is a dog training business based in Swink, Colorado, offering personalized, science-based training to strengthen the bond between dogs and their owners. They provide both group classes and private lessons using a balanced approach that emphasizes patience, structure, consistency, and positive reinforcement with counter conditioning. Their training is designed to be fun and engaging for both dogs and owners, with programs tailored to individual needs and goals. They offer a wide range of group classes including puppy training, obedience, rally, scent work, agility, Canine Good Citizen prep, and behavior modification. Private sessions are available for specific issues like reactivity, separation anxiety, and service dog training. The business also supports local shelters through their Pawsitive Pathways 501(c)3 program and provides behavior evaluations for shelters and legal cases.

The team includes certified trainers with over 20–30 years of combined experience, including Brandie Jackson (lead trainer and animal behaviorist), Donna Darnell (competition and therapy dog specialist), and Kelsey Darnell (conformation and rally expert). They are all active in 4-H programs and community animal response teams. Additional services include pet grooming, Volhard Puppy Aptitude Testing, and diabetic alert dog training. Their facility-based training center provides a safe, structured environment for learning.

They serve rural Colorado communities including Otero, Crowley, and Pueblo Counties, and prioritize helping underserved populations and rescue dogs. Their approach is inclusive, welcoming all breeds, ages, and skill levels, with a strong focus on building trust and confidence in both dogs and owners.

Accomplishments

Brandie Jackson has over 20 years of professional training experience and is a certified animal behaviorist and IACP member. She founded the Pawsitive Pathways 501(c)3 in 2022 to support shelters. Donna Darnell has over 30 years of experience, is a certified CGC evaluator, and specializes in competition and therapy dogs. Kelsey Darnell has 20+ years in conformation and rally, with multiple AKC titles. Baylee Bezona-Garbo is a registered vet tech and Fear Free certified professional. All trainers are active 4-H leaders across multiple Colorado counties.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients can contact PK9 to schedule a free 30-minute private consultation to assess needs and determine the best training path. Group class members receive this consultation as part of their first monthly membership. Private lesson clients contact Brandie directly to book appointments.