Pawsitive State of Mind Dog Training

Group classes include Puppy Play + Learn (drop-in for puppies under 16 weeks), Puppy Pre-K, Puppy Kindergarten, Nosework for Fun, Better Vet Visits, and Stress-Free Grooming. Private training includes initial consultation followed by ongoing weekly or biweekly sessions, with options for in-home or facility-based training. Day training involves the trainer working with the dog while the owner attends two transfer sessions per month to learn maintenance techniques. All programs include personalized training plans accessible via online portal and ongoing support via text/email.

Pricing Summary

Initial consultation: $180. Private training: $220/month (every other week, two 60-min sessions) or $400/month (weekly, four 60-min sessions). Day training: $500/month (two 30-min sessions/week) or $950/month (two 60-min sessions/week). Transfer sessions included in day training. Puppy classes and adopter discounts available. Mileage fees apply for locations over 15 miles from facility.

Pawsitive State of Mind Dog Training is a professional dog training business located on Camano Island, WA, offering positive, science-based training for dogs of all ages. Founded by Elizabeth, a KPA-CTP Certified Dog Trainer, the business provides both group classes and private training sessions in a climate-controlled indoor facility. Programs include Puppy Pre-K, Puppy Kindergarten, Nosework for Fun, Better Vet Visits, and Stress-Free Grooming for group learning, as well as personalized private training for obedience, reactivity, and behavior modification. The facility is sanitized with veterinary-grade disinfectant before each session, and training emphasizes confidence-building, trust, and positive reinforcement. Elizabeth brings over 5 years of experience training working and competition dogs, including as a nationally-certified SAR K9 handler, and integrates her background in animal science and veterinary medicine into her training philosophy. The business also offers training scholarships to local rescues and discounts for adopters from partner shelters. A retail shop is available for pet supplies.

Private training options include in-person sessions at the facility or client’s home, with flexible scheduling for weekly or every-other-week sessions. Day training is available for busy pet parents, where the trainer works with the dog while the owner participates in transfer sessions to learn upkeep techniques. Support between sessions is provided via text and email.

The business focuses exclusively on positive, reward-based methods and avoids corrections or aversive tools. Training is tailored to individual needs, with a strong emphasis on behavior modification for fearfulness, reactivity, and separation anxiety. Elizabeth’s mission centers on empowering pet parents to build lasting, trusting relationships with their dogs through compassionate, evidence-based training.

Scholarships are offered to adoptable dogs from partner rescues, and adopters receive discounted or free training sessions. The facility serves Stanwood and Camano Island, with mileage fees applied beyond 15 miles.

The business is insured, offers a free 15-minute phone consultation, and maintains an active Instagram presence showcasing client successes and scholarship dogs.

Accomplishments

Elizabeth is a KPA-CTP Certified Dog Trainer with a Bachelor’s in Biomedical Science (Animal Science focus) and a Master’s degree as a Physician Assistant. She competed in USDAA Agility Championships with her Border Collie, Fly, and served as a nationally-certified IPWDA Cadaver K9 Handler and SARTECHII ground personnel for over 5 years with her dog Rey. She has trained working dogs, raised and evaluated puppy litters, and competed in farm trials since age 13.

How to Get Started!

Begin with a free 15-minute phone consultation to discuss goals and determine the best program. After consultation, schedule an initial $180 60-minute consultation at the facility to develop a personalized training plan. Group classes require advance sign-up due to limited availability.