Positively Randy

Training programs include Puppy Kindergarten, Basic/Novice, Open, and Utility levels, each lasting 9 weeks with one 1-hour session per week. Classes focus on bonding, basic obedience, advanced skills like off-leash heeling and scent discrimination, and behavior modification. Private lessons are tailored to household obedience or Novice Obedience goals. Show preparation classes are available upon inquiry.

Pricing Summary

Group classes cost $85 for nine 1-hour weekly sessions. Private instruction is $45/hour for one dog and $65/hour for two dogs. A 10% discount is available for rescued dogs and for referrals who complete a class or lesson.

Policies

Discounts apply to rescued dogs and referrals. Referral discount requires the new student to pay for and complete a group class or private lesson. No cancellation or rescheduling policy is explicitly stated.

Positively Randy is a dog training business led by Randy Zicht, a trainer with over 40 years of experience specializing in positive reinforcement methods. Randy offers group classes and private instruction to help dog owners solve behavior problems such as jumping, barking, chewing, house training, fear-biting, and submissive urination. Classes are held outdoors and include Puppy Kindergarten, Basic/Novice, Open, and Utility levels, each consisting of nine 1-hour weekly sessions for $85. Private lessons are available in the client’s home at $45/hour for one dog or $65/hour for two dogs. Randy emphasizes building a strong bond between owner and dog, teaching owners how to understand their dog’s behavior and solve problems independently. A 10% discount is offered for rescued dogs and for referrals. Randy also provides show preparation training and educates clients on responsible dog ownership, including veterinary care, diet, grooming, and nutrition.

Randy’s training philosophy is rooted in positive motivation without aggressive intimidation, using tools like clickers and food rewards. She has earned multiple obedience and companion dog titles, including American & Canadian Obedience Trial Champion (OTCh), American Utility Dog (UD), and Therapy Dog International (TDI) certification. Her methods are informed by decades of hands-on training, professional seminars, and extensive study of dog behavior.

The business serves clients in the Maryland area, with classes held outdoors and private sessions conducted in-home. Randy also shares educational content through her blog on topics like dog health, training partnerships, and responsible ownership.

Accomplishments

Randy Zicht has earned multiple titles including American & Canadian Obedience Trial Champion (OTCh), Canadian OTCh, American Utility Dog (UD), American & Canadian Companion Dog Excellent (CDX), American & Canadian Companion Dog (CD), American Temperament Test (TT), American Canine Good Citizen (CGC), and Therapy Dog International Test (TDI). She has trained dogs for over 40 years, attended professional seminars, judged matches, and developed her own positive reinforcement training style.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients can contact Positively Randy by phone or via the contact form on the website to inquire about class locations, registration, and availability. Group classes and private sessions can be scheduled based on availability.