Unleash the Pawsitive LLC

Training is offered as private lessons, group nose work classes (6-week sessions), and board and train programs. Private sessions are customized to the dog’s needs and owner’s goals, covering basic manners, behavior modification, and specialized skills like nose work or CGC preparation. Board and train includes daily training, socialization, and daily updates with videos sent to owners. Nose work classes are structured in levels from Intro to Advanced, with prerequisites for higher levels. Online video training is available for remote clients. All programs emphasize positive reinforcement and relationship-building.

Pricing Summary

Private lessons and board and train programs are available by appointment. Nose Work classes cost $159 for a 6-week course per dog/handler team. Group classes require pre-payment and are non-refundable. Payment methods include cash, check, money order, and credit card (after confirmation). A $25 fee applies for returned checks. Coupons apply only to cash, check, or money order payments, not credit cards.

Policies

Group classes require full pre-payment and are non-refundable and non-transferable. A $25 fee is charged for returned checks. Registration for classes requires completed forms and up-to-date vaccination records. Private sessions require scheduling by appointment only. No specific cancellation policy is stated, but clients are encouraged to contact Laura directly for rescheduling.

Unleash the Pawsitive LLC is a dog training business based in Carrollton, GA, founded in 2008 and owned by Laura Clawson, a certified dog trainer and behavior consultant. The business offers private, in-person, and online training sessions focused on positive reinforcement methods to strengthen the bond between dogs and their owners. Services include behavior consultations, puppy socialization, basic to advanced manners, separation anxiety modification, reactivity training, nose work classes, and dog-child safety programs. Laura is a Victoria Stilwell Positively Dog Trainer (VSPDT), Fear Free Certified Professional, AKC CGC evaluator, and Family Dog Mediator. She also provides board and train programs and is an educator for Family Paws Parent Education, helping families prepare for new babies. Training is tailored to individual needs, with flexibility for all dog ages and sizes, and emphasizes fun, reward-based learning. Laura volunteers with local shelters and has trained rescue dogs to improve adoptability.

Online training is available via video call, making services accessible to clients who prefer remote sessions or live outside the immediate area. The business also offers specialized programs like Canine Good Citizen preparation, nose work for sport or enrichment, and dog-bite prevention using the “Be a Tree” method. All training uses only positive reinforcement, with no use of choke, pinch, or e-collars.

Laura brings over 15 years of experience in dog training and corporate education, ensuring clear communication and personalized support for dog owners. Her approach is grounded in ongoing professional development and ethical training standards through affiliations with the Pet Professionals Guild and other recognized organizations.

Accomplishments

Laura Clawson is a graduate of the Animal Behavior College, certified as a Victoria Stilwell Positively Dog Trainer (VSPDT), Fear Free Certified Professional, AKC Canine Good Citizen evaluator, Certified Family Dog Mediator, and licensed educator for Family Paws Parent Education. She holds Pet First Aid certification from the American Red Cross and PetTech. She has been training dogs since 2008 and volunteers with local shelters to help rescue dogs become adoptable.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients should call 770-871-8656 or email laura.clawson@unleashthepawsitive.com to schedule a consultation or inquire about availability. For group classes, a registration form is emailed after initial contact and must be completed and returned with payment before the program begins. Board and train clients receive personalized intake and planning before the program starts.