PoSITivity Dog Training

Programs include drop-in Puppy Socialization and Understanding the Basics groups for puppies 8–16 weeks old, held at veterinary hospital facilities in Littleton and Arvada. These classes focus on socialization, basic commands, handling, and owner education. After six classes, puppies may qualify for AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Certification. Private in-home sessions address behavioral issues like reactivity, leash pulling, and fearfulness. Intermediate and CGC classes build on foundational skills. All programs use positive reinforcement and include handouts and direct guidance.

Pricing Summary

Pricing details are not listed publicly; group classes require payment to join and are drop-in with no weekly billing. AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Certification costs $25. Private sessions are offered but rates are not disclosed online. Payment is processed via PocketSuite booking system.

Policies

Group classes require payment to join and are drop-in with no requirement to attend every week. Minimum RSVPs are needed for classes to run. Vaccination proof is required. No cancellation or rescheduling policies are explicitly stated for private sessions or group classes.

PoSITivity Dog Training is a positivity-centered dog training business based in Colorado, offering puppy socialization, basic obedience, intermediate training, Canine Good Citizenship (CGC) classes, and private in-home sessions for behavioral issues. Led by Jess Kane, a CCPDT-KA certified trainer and Registered Veterinary Technician with over 20 years of dog training experience and 23 years as a veterinary technician, the business emphasizes safe, reward-based methods to build confidence and strengthen the human-dog bond. They also offer group classes at veterinary hospital locations in Littleton and Arvada, with drop-in formats for flexibility. Their programs are vet-recommended and designed for puppies and adult dogs, with a strong focus on fear-free, positive reinforcement techniques that help reactive, anxious, or high-energy dogs thrive.

Jess and her team, including trainer Nicole Foy, provide personalized guidance tailored to each dog’s needs, whether through group classes or private in-home sessions. They offer educational handouts on potty training, chewing, crate training, and leash manners, and support clients in achieving AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Certification after completing six drop-in classes. Their approach is praised for its patience, clarity, and effectiveness with rescue dogs, reactive pups, and multi-dog households.

The business serves the Front Range area with locations at Chatfield Veterinary Hospital in Littleton and Indian Tree Animal Hospital in Arvada, and offers ongoing, flexible scheduling with weekend classes and drop-in availability.

Accomplishments

Jess Kane is a CCPDT-KA certified dog trainer and Registered Veterinary Technician with over 20 years of dog training experience and 23 years as a veterinary technician. She has trained over 125 different animal species. Nicole Foy is a Certified Dog Trainer and AKC CGC Evaluator working toward CPDT-KA certification. The business supports AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Certification.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients can book group classes or private sessions through the PocketSuite booking links provided on the website. For group classes, select a location and date to RSVP. For private training, contact the team via phone or email to schedule an in-home session.