Pawssibilities

Pawssibilities offers a range of training programs designed to meet various needs. “Behavioral Consultation and Relationship Based Training” provides individualized support through private sessions and small group classes, focusing on a holistic approach to behavior. “Puppy 101” is a four-week class for puppies aged 8 weeks to 8 months, covering social skills and foundational commands like sit, wait, look, leave it, go to mat, stay, and come when called.

“Basic Manners” is a four-week class for dogs 6 months and older, teaching similar social skills and commands. “Puppy 201” is a follow-up class for adolescent dogs, addressing challenges like leash walking, extended stays with distractions, proper greetings, and advanced “leave-it” exercises. “The Nose Knows” is a four-week beginner nose work class where dogs learn to identify and locate specific scents.

Additionally, Pawssibilities offers “One and Done” single-session classes, such as “Talk Flirty To Me (Motivation Through Voice)” and “Come As You Are (Recall Games),” which focus on specific skills like improving recall through fun games and techniques.

Pricing Summary

Private consultations are priced at $100 per hour. Four-week group class sessions, such as Puppy 101, Basic Manners, Puppy 201, and The Nose Knows, cost $125.00 per session. Specialized “One and Done” classes, including “Talk Flirty To Me” and “Come As You Are,” are $30.00 each.

Pawssibilities is a dog training business led by Karen Quillen, an experienced trainer who previously owned and operated All Things Pawssible Training Center in Charlottesville, VA, for 20 years. This former facility was recognized as the largest and most popular in the area, and Karen was voted Best Dog Trainer for several consecutive years.

Having semi-retired from her larger business, Karen now focuses on offering smaller group classes and private training sessions through Pawssibilities. The business provides behavioral consultations and relationship-based training, emphasizing a holistic approach that considers nutrition, training, and lifestyle choices.

Pawssibilities does not adhere to a one-size-fits-all training style; instead, programs are tailored to each dog’s individual personality and preferences. Their methods are humane, motivational, and science-based, aiming to create fun, user-friendly, and successful training experiences. Karen believes that effective training extends beyond basic commands, encompassing factors like food, toxins, stress levels, and overall quality of life to impact behavior positively.

Accomplishments

Karen Quillen owned and operated All Things Pawssible Training Center in Charlottesville, VA, for 20 years, establishing it as the largest and most popular training facility in the area. She was recognized as the Best Dog Trainer in her community for several consecutive years by various magazines. Karen is nationally recognized for her achievements in Rally-O with her dog, Dana. She has also lectured at other facilities and conducts workshops and classes in both Venice and Charlottesville.

How to Get Started!

To register for group classes, clients are advised to call, email, or stop in. For private sessions, booking can be done online through the “Schedule Booking” link available on the website.