PAWSitive Training

Training programs are structured in 5-week group sessions or private lessons tailored to the dog’s age and needs. Puppy classes begin at 11 weeks with socialization and basic commands. Adult classes focus on obedience and handler attention. Nosework and Agility are offered in foundational sessions with recommended multiple enrollments. CGC classes prepare dogs and handlers for official AKC evaluations. Rally and Rally Free combine obedience with performance elements. Practice sessions are available on weekends for dogs who completed foundations. All programs use positive reinforcement and require pre-registration and a phone consultation before enrollment.

Pricing Summary

Group classes cost $150 for a 5-week session (1 hour/week), with a $130 discount for returning clients. Private puppy classes are $40 for the first session and $30 thereafter. Private adult classes are $60 for the first session and $50 thereafter. Nosework and Agility sessions are $150 per session. CGC, Rally, and Rally Free classes are $150 per 5-week session. All classes require vaccination records and pre-registration.

Policies

Registration requires completion and submission of a Class Registration Form and a pre-class phone or in-person conversation. First private classes must be prepaid 24 hours in advance to hold the spot. Vaccinations are mandatory. Group classes require a minimum number of participants to run. Discounts apply for returning clients who have previously taken a corresponding class. Makeup classes are offered on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays if time allows.

PAWSitive Training LLC is a dog training business located in Sheridan, Wyoming, offering group and private training classes led by Susan Hoy, a Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner (KPA-CTP). The business operates out of a dedicated 60’x80′ heated indoor arena, providing a safe and comfortable environment for training year-round. Classes include Basic Obedience (for puppies and adults), Nosework/Scent Work, Agility Foundations, Rally, Rally Free, and AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC, CGCA, CGCU) preparation and evaluation. All training emphasizes positive reinforcement methods. Susan is also an AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator and offers evaluations for AKC Trick Titles. The facility supports ongoing practice sessions and hosts seminars and trials. Additional services include PAWS Treats for dog treats and a photo gallery showcasing trained dogs.

Clients must complete a registration form and have a pre-class conversation with Susan before enrolling. Vaccinations are required for all dogs. The business serves dog owners in Sheridan and surrounding areas, with classes scheduled on weekdays and weekends, including evening and afternoon options.

Private lessons are customized to individual needs, with first sessions longer than follow-ups. Group classes run for five weeks, one hour per session, and discounts are available for returning clients. Nosework and Agility programs recommend multiple sessions for full skill development. The facility is also available for rent for private practice.

Susan has a strong reputation among clients, with multiple testimonials praising her expertise, communication, and ability to work with both dogs and owners effectively.

Accomplishments

Susan Hoy is a Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner (KPA-CTP) and an AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator. She offers evaluations for AKC CGC, CGCA, CGCU, and Trick Titles. She has led 4H dog training videos for Sheridan County and hosts local UKC Nosework and NADAC Agility trials.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients must download and complete the Class Registration Form and First Class Information from the website. They must email or bring the completed form to the first class. A phone or in-person conversation with Susan Hoy is required before enrollment. Clients must ensure their dog is up to date on vaccinations and review the Class Operating Policies and Parking Map before attending.