The Pawsitive Paw LLC

Training begins with a 1.5–2 hour Onboard Session to assess the dog’s genetics, drives, behavior, and lifestyle, followed by a customized plan. Clients receive email recaps, videos, and homework after each session. Day training programs run 2–3 days/week for 4 weeks with drop-off between 9–10 AM and pick-up 3:30–5 PM, including session footage and a complimentary lesson. Board and train programs are for dogs over 6 months with no major behavioral issues, teaching basic manners like sit, stay, leash walking, and crate training; concludes with a 2-hour transfer session to the owner. Behavioral challenges require customized programs. Structured walks and hikes focus on leash behavior and mental stimulation. Boarding includes 2 daily walks, obedience practice, and enrichment activities.

Pricing Summary

Onboard session: $40; 1-hour private lessons: $65; Behavior modification sessions: $80; Virtual training: $40 for 45 minutes; Day training (up to 6 hours): $100; Day camp (up to 4 hours): $65; Puppy day camp (up to 3 hours): $55; Boarding starts at $30 for small dogs, $40 for medium and puppies, $50 for large dogs; Additional training add-ons: $20–$30/day; Onboard + 3-session package: $225.

Policies

Boarding requires a prior evaluation. Dogs with behavioral issues may incur additional fees. Boarding spots are limited and require advance booking. Training clients receive a 10% discount on boarding. Customized rates apply for dogs with anxiety, reactivity, or aggression. No cancellation policy explicitly stated.

The Pawsitive Paw LLC is a dog training and boarding business based in Grants Pass, OR, led by Courtney, a trainer with extensive experience in veterinary clinics, shelters, daycare, and boarding. She offers holistic, relationship-based training that considers a dog’s genetics, purpose, and biological needs, focusing on creating calm, balanced dogs and strong owner-dog bonds. Services include in-person private lessons, day training, board and train programs, structured walks and hikes, and stress-free in-home boarding. Her approach is balanced, combining positive reinforcement with structured guidance, and she emphasizes behavior modification for reactivity, anxiety, fearfulness, and mild aggression. Boarding includes daily walks, obedience practice, enrichment activities, and optional add-on training. She provides email recaps, homework, and ongoing virtual support between sessions. Courtney uses her own dogs as demo animals to demonstrate training techniques and tailors all programs to individual dogs and lifestyles.

She does not offer group classes or in-home training, but provides facility-based sessions and day training programs. Her boarding is limited to ensure personalized care, and she accepts dogs with behavioral challenges with customized rates. She also offers puppy boarding and advanced training add-ons like e-collar conditioning and scent work.

Courtney’s philosophy centers on building trust, clarity, and confidence in dogs through real-life exposure, routine, and understanding canine drives. She supports clients beyond training with workshops, troubleshooting, and continued education.

Her services are designed for owners seeking long-term behavioral change and a deeper connection with their dogs, not quick fixes.

Accomplishments

Courtney has 9+ years of hands-on experience working with dogs in veterinary clinics, shelters, daycare, and training. She has successfully trained and rehabilitated reactive, fearful, and anxious dogs, including high-drive breeds like Malinois and Jack Russell Terriers. She uses her own dogs—Ryker, Buddy, and Auggie—as living examples of successful behavior modification and relationship-based training.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients must schedule an Onboard Session (1.5–2 hours) at the facility to discuss goals, assess the dog’s temperament and needs, and receive a customized training and management plan. This session is required before any lessons or packages and costs $40.