Training
Family Friendly Training That Solves Your Problems. Classes, Private Sessions, Or We Can Train Your Dog For You!
“I am co-shelter manager at a local Cincinnati shelter. We are very thankful to have Carla from Positive Paws helping us with our dogs at the shelter. She holds fun training classes and helps us with some of our more challenging dogs. She is very good at showing us (as shelter workers) how to handle the dogs properly and teaching us how to be calm around them which is very important in a shelter environment. Carla cares a lot about helping all dogs be the best they can be! She has worked wonders with our dogs! Thanks, Carla!”
Is your dog shy, hyper, or out of control?
”Call to have a well-behaved family member!”
Training for everyday life situations.
Small classes to ensure individual attention for all.
Private sessions and we teach you.
Board and training. . . we do the work for you.
Dog club. . . we train your dog while you are at work.
Individual programs for dogs who are aggressive, and/or fearful or have any unwanted behavior.
We treat each pet and family as an individual.
We treat each dog as an individual by observing you and your dog and giving you direction that will help you succeed. What works for one dog may not work for another. An example of that would be one dog only jumps up on people to greet them while another jumps up and then grabs the clothes. We would handle that situation as an individual issue for each family. Our classes are designed to give you the attention required.
What Positive Paws can do for your family!
A well-behaved dog, . . . a puppy or dog that will be a joy to have in the family.
Convenient service. We have many programs to fit your goals.
Peace of mind. Your dog is in the hands of a professional trainer.
The latest techniques. We use only humane, science-based training techniques. Family friendly training.
The programs are goal oriented so you learn how to teach the behaviors in every day life situations.
Goals such as these are covered:
Settle, Stay - teaching the dogs to lay down and be calm . . . even in class.
Sit - for petting, putting on leash, and before putting food bowl down.
Hello - a way to greet people instead of jumping on them.
Walk On Loose Lead - walking without being pulled down the street.
Leave It - not putting "whatever" in your mouth.
Go To Your Mat - great for dogs who run barking to the door.
Come - no more chasing after your dog.
. . . and much more.
Private Classes
Training Programs Designed for Your Individual Goals.
Get a Well Behaved Dog You Can Enjoy.
Sisters are forever!
“I had a consultation with Carla because one of my dogs would attack the other. Within 2 sessions, I had learned the physical signs of the dogs to know when an attack may occur, and why. Now, after 5 sessions, my dogs can be together without any attacks, and I am the leader! She saved me from having to give away (or put down) my aggressive dog, and I can’t thank her enough for that! She truly is a great trainer and has taught me much.”
PRIVATE CLASSES IN YOUR HOME OR OUR FACILITY
We do offer private classes for those who enjoy training and wants to be actively involved with the training process. Work with a professional trainer one on one and learn the steps to achieve a well behaved dog you can enjoy! Private classes are designed to provide individualized instruction to fit your goals. They will be scheduled for your convenience and can be provided at your home or our training facility. All private classes begin with a private consult to evaluate your dogs skills and determine your training goals. To discuss your specific needs, please contact us by phone: (513)312-6596.
PRIVATE BEHAVIOR ASSESSMENT CONSULT
This is a private class to help determine issues that are affecting your dog. There are a number of considerations to look at when dealing with behavioral issues. First rule out any medical issues with your veterinarian. Identify environmental factors that may be affecting the behavior. This will allow us to develop a plan to enable your success with behavior modification.
BEHAVIOR MODIFICATION CONSULT
Behavior modification addresses the underlying reasons for the problem behaviors. This enables you to teach your dog not to do the behavior and to replace it with a desired one! Obedience classes they are not designed to effectively address severely disruptive dog behaviors. For example if a dog is fearful teaching a sit does not resolve the fear issues.
Behavior modification provides techniques that can help with issues such as fear, aggression, house breaking, separation anxiety, chewing on furniture and barking.
Group Classes
PUPPY MANNERS – 5 week course
Puppies welcome from 8 weeks to 16 weeks old. Class is entertaining and informative 101 for puppies. Various puppy parenting topics such as puppy manners, puppy biting, common behavior problems, handling, socialization and puppy play groups are covered in lessons and learning lectures. We cover basic skills such as sit, down, give, leave it and walking on a loose lead. This class is loads of fun for puppies and their people alike. All family members are encouraged to attend.
FAMILY MANNERS- 5 week course
Canines welcome from 21 weeks and older. This class is designed to help owners with the unruly behavior of your dog. This class offers solutions to common issues and a foundation to establish a canine that will be a happy adult. Skills covered are sit, walk on loose lead, recall, leave it and more.
ADVANCED FAMILY MANNERS- 5 week course
Your dog already knows the basic manners, sit, down, come, stay, and walking on a leash but needs more help around distractions or at a distance, this class is for you. The goals of this class is to take your skills to the next level by improving reliability in more distracting situations such as new dogs, bikes and other real life scenarios.
REACTIVE-DIFFICULT DOG CLASS -5 week course
Can’t take your dog anywhere? Walking your dog at midnight? This class is designed for dogs that are difficult in normal group settings. They may lunge, become excited, reactive towards other dogs while on leash. This class is designed to make you a more confident handler, learning what the triggers for reaction and to learn how to manage, relax and refocus your dog. Private consult required before attending this class. Class size is limited, please call to reserve your spot.
LIFE SKILLS – 5 week course
This class provides practical solutions for impulse control, such as grabbing for food, door dashing, jumping on people, and losing focus in the face of distactions. These solutions will fit into your normal daily routine. They will also allow you to apply the concepts learned to a number of different real-life situations. We continue socialization skills while teaching your dog to focus on you.
AGILITY FOR FUN – 5 week course
This is a great way to have fun with your dog. This class provides an outlet for exercise. You can work at your own pace. This class can also build your dog’s confidence while having fun.
INTRO TO K9 NOSE WORK LEVEL 1 – 6 week course
K9 Nose Work® was created to encourage dogs to use their natural hunting and scenting abilities. The focus of this class is to encourage these abilities in a way that is fun for the dog and fun for the handler. Dogs and handlers at all levels are welcome. K9 Nose Work starts with getting your dog excited about using his nose to seek out a favorite toy or treat reward hidden in one of several boxes, expanding the game to entire rooms. Dogs will work individually, so reactive dogs can also participate. This easy to learn activity and sport builds confidence and focus in many dogs, and provides a safe way to keep dogs fit and healthy through mental and physical exercise.
Day Club Training
Are you busy or overwhelmed with training?
See results faster by letting us do the work for you!
DAY CLUB TRAINING
A professional trains your dog while you are at work and all you have to do is enjoy the results. This wonderful program is fast and effective for unwanted behavior such as jumping up, barking, pulling on leash and basic manners. This program teaches your dog to behave in every day life situations. . . not just in the class room.
IS DAY CLUB TRAINING FOR YOUR DOG?
This program is good for any one who has limited time to spend for training and wants to see results.
Puppy training such as chewing, manners and problem prevention.
Dog training for jumping up, pulling on leash, etc.
Behavior Issues for barking, chasing bikes and children.
HOW DOES DAY CLUB TRAINING WORK?
We start with a private session to discuss your goals and set up a program just for you.
Set up a schedule to fit your busy schedule for the training.
Start the training sessions using your goals.
The number of sessions is determined by your goals.
We obtain your goals and show you how to apply in everyday life!
Call or email to today to start your Day Club Training program!
Workshops
Workshops to Help with Real Life Situations
I sit for petting and at doors, your dog can learn this, too!
At Positive Paws, we offer a variety of workshops to meet the needs of owners with busy schedules. In fact, we encourage the whole family to come and be involved with the dog’s training. After all, the dog is a part of the family. These workshops are not for aggressive or reactive dogs. We will work in a safe controlled area to help you and your dog succeed. Call today to enroll in one of these seminars.
Workshop Registration
Class size is limited and we ask that your reserve your attendance before starting class. Please call to reserve your spot. Proof of vaccination, is required to ensure a safe and healthy class for all. Please check with your veterinarian to see what vaccinations they recommend.
MIND YOUR MANNERS GREETING AND DOOR ETIQUETTE
This informative workshop is help with those enthusiastic dogs that jump on people when they greet them or run out the door. Although that is normal dog behavior it is not acceptable in our homes or out in public. Dogs can knock down children or elderly people and even leave dirty paw marks all over your suits. If you are ready for a change in your dogs behavior this workshop is for you. All family members and pets are encouraged to attend.
COME WHEN CALLED
To have your dog come to you could be the life saving command your dog knows. The goals of this class will teach you to come to you even with distractions. You will also learn how to get your dogs attention and build a recall training plan. Games will be used to make it fun for all. No aggressive dogs permitted in this class. All family members and pets are encouraged to attend.
LOOSE LEASH EASY 123
Learn to teach your dog to walk on a leash without pulling you. In this workshop we will discuss equipment, training methods and practice techniques for keeping the dogs focused on you. All family members and pets are encouraged to attend.
TOYS AND FUN FOR YOUR DOG
Learn to make toys with every day house hold items that cost pennies instead of dollars. We will have examples of these toys and teach you how to have your dog use them to provide fun for all. All family members and pets are encouraged to attend.
YES, MY DOG IS SMARTER THAN A 5TH GRADER, GAMES AND TRICKS
Spice up your relationship with your dog. For those with a busy schedule this workshop is for you. We will teach you tricks that will impress your family and friends. Come join in the fun!
SUCCESS FOR YOUR NEW PUPPY OR NEWLY ADOPTED RESCUE
Learn easy and real world solutions to set your new pet for success. We take the mystery out of what setting your new pet up for success. This class is for humans only.
Boarding
Send your Best Friend to Camp While You Are on Vacation!
Boarding
We offer boarding in a home, not a kennel. Carla opens her own home to be a “home away from home” for your dogs. She has an acre of fenced outdoor play area to play in and a climate controlled indoor play area. The dogs get to run and play and be a dog! Special needs cases are welcome. Because your canine family member would have the benefit of staying in Carla’s home, you can take advantage of having your dog trained during the stay.
Board and Training Programs – There Are No Additional Fees For Boarding!
Positive Paws board and train programs are designed whether you have a dog needing basic manners, behavior , puppies or looking to enrich your dogs life. The beauty of this program is it is not “cookie cutter” training; it is customized for each family and dog to ensure you have the perfect training goals for your dog. We’ve designed our training program to fit into your everyday life using everyday life lessons. A program will be designed exclusively for your dog and your goals. Each dog staying for boarding and training will receive multiple one -on-one sessions each day.
All dogs staying overnight will be in a home not a kennel. This will permit us to apply the commands to everyday life. In addition to your dogs stay your dog will get exercise and socialization while playing with other dogs.
When you take your dog home these methods do not require “hours per day” of practice – you will simply use them whenever you are interacting with your dog – even if it’s just for a few minutes.
Board and Train programs include one consult before the visit. This permits us to set up a program just for you! After the stay we will meet with you to discuss what your dog has learned and teach you how to apply it.
Please email or call us for availability and pricing.
