Positive K-9

Positive K9 offers personalized training programs, starting with a 90-minute one-on-one evaluation to prioritize goals and select the best training method, providing exercises to begin at home. Their nationally recognized Residency Program involves intensive training for several hours daily, incorporating everyday living and field trips to navigate distractions. This program starts at two weeks and includes mandatory owner instruction and lifetime follow-up training. Private lessons are offered on an as-needed basis, focusing on the owner and dog, with basic obedience typically achieved in 3-4 lessons. They also provide Breed Selection consultations to help owners choose a suitable pet based on lifestyle, and Puppy Management services to address common puppy issues like housebreaking, crate training, and socialization.

Pricing Summary

Training lessons are on an as-needed basis, starting with a 90-minute evaluation, with no required packages. Boarding rates are $52/day for one dog, $89/day for two dogs in one suite, $126/day for three dogs, and $163/day for four dogs. Daycare rates are $37/day for a single dog, with packages available: 12 visits for $370 (buy 10, get 2 free) or 24 visits for $700 (buy 20, get 4 free). For two dogs sharing a suite, daycare is $64/day, with packages: 12 visits for $320 or 24 visits for $600.

Policies

All reservation cancellations/adjustments must be submitted via email. For boarding, a minimum of 72-hours notice is required for cancellations; otherwise, a 50% cancellation fee of the scheduled reservation is charged for each kennel reserved. For holiday/school break boarding cancellations, at least two-weeks notice is required, with a 50% cancellation fee applied if not met. For daycare, 24-hours notice is requested for cancellations. A credit card on file is required to confirm reservations, but charges only occur if a cancellation fee is incurred.

Positive K9 at Creekside is a dog training business that also offers boarding and daycare services across two locations in Walworth and Macedon, NY. They aim to provide a cage- and kennel-free, activity-filled resort atmosphere in a peaceful, picturesque country setting with private suites and acres of woodlands, fields, and a creek.

They specialize in customized training programs for difficult behavioral issues, particularly aggression, and teach all levels of basic and advanced obedience. Their approach is personalized to meet the specific needs of both the dog and owner, focusing on praise and motivation without using or recommending hands-on physical punishment.

For boarding and daycare, they are described as the area’s first All Inclusive Resort designed for dog comfort, offering plenty of safe socializing and playtime interspersed with quiet rest. They emphasize quality care, one-on-one attention, and small play groups (no greater than ten dogs) hand-selected by size and temperament.

Accomplishments

Melissa Cocola, the master dog trainer, began training in 1993 and graduated at the top of her class from the internationally recognized National K9 Institute in Columbus, OH, specializing in Basic & Advanced Obedience, Breed Identification, Tracking, Puppy Development, Personal Protection, Utility & Detection, Scent Detection, Police K9, and Kennel Management. She has trained over 10,000 dogs from across North America and has been featured on NBC, ABC, CBS, the Rochester Democrat & Chronicle, and Rochester Business Journal.

How to Get Started!

To begin training, clients must schedule a 90-minute one-on-one evaluation with their dog and owner, available seven days a week. Appointments can be booked online. Due to high demand and reputation, there may be a 4-6 week wait for the first appointment, but clients can ask to be placed on a cancellation list. Daycare requires a reservation and does not allow drop-ins. Tours of the facilities can be scheduled.