Pawsitive K9 Solutions LLC

Programs begin with a 90-minute Initial Consultation ($200) to assess behavior and create a customized plan. Clients then choose from private in-home sessions (1 hour each) offered weekly in Bronze, Silver, or Gold packages (4, 8, or 12 sessions). Puppy Day School provides daily structured training and socialization for puppies. Board and Train is an intensive residential program where dogs stay with trainers for behavior reconditioning. All programs include 24/7 support and video updates. Lifetime access to an online training library is provided with Silver and Gold packages.

Pricing Summary

Initial Consult: $200. Private Training Sessions: $200 each. Packages: Bronze Star (4 sessions, $800), Silver Star (8 sessions, $1,520), Gold Star (12 sessions, $2,160). Puppy Day School: $200 per day. Board and Train: pricing not listed but described as an intensive program. Lifetime access to online library included in Silver and Gold packages.

Pawsitive K9 Solutions LLC is a dog training business serving Los Angeles and surrounding areas including Santa Monica, Brentwood, Venice, Culver City, and Marina del Rey. They offer private in-home training, Puppy Day School, and Board and Train programs using 100% positive reinforcement methods. Their trainers are certified through the Karen Pryor Academy (KPA-CTP) and specialize in solving common behavior issues like leash pulling, barking, jumping, biting, potty training, and reactivity. They provide lifetime access to an online training library, 24/7 support, and daily video updates for Board and Train clients. All trainers are insured, bonded, and trained in pet first aid and CPR. They also offer a Puppy Starter Toolkit and free 10-minute phone consultations to help owners get started.

Their approach is science-based, focused on building strong owner-dog bonds, and avoids fear or pain-based techniques. They serve puppies (0-15 months), teenagers (8 months–2 years), and adult dogs (2+ years), and tailor programs to each dog’s developmental stage and individual needs.

They also offer customized training packages (Bronze, Silver, Gold Star) with weekly sessions, and their Puppy Day School provides structured daily training and socialization in a school-like environment. Clients receive detailed progress reports and video evidence of their dog’s improvement.

Pawsitive K9 Solutions is committed to humane, effective training that empowers pet parents to maintain long-term success at home.

Accomplishments

Trainers are certified through the Karen Pryor Academy (KPA-CTP) and are graduates of the Animal Behavior College. Owner Lori Powell is a certified Karen Pryor Puppy Start Right Instructor, certified in Pet First Aid and CPR, and a member of Pet Sitters International. The business is fully insured and bonded through Business Insurers of the Carolinas.

How to Get Started!

Client engagement begins with a 90-minute Initial Consultation ($200) that includes behavioral assessment, identification of motivators, and creation of a customized training plan. After the consultation, clients can schedule private sessions or enroll in Puppy Day School or Board and Train programs.