Why Positive Approach Dog Training?

Use of Positive Reinforcement Training

We have helped you train literally thousands of dogs over the past twenty years. Our positive training methods produce great results without the need for choke chains, prong collars, shock collars or other types of physical correction and punishment. Research shows that dogs trained using these methods are generally more socially balanced and well adjusted, making them better family members.

Small Class Sizes

Classes are small in size, (4 per class), and held at our private training center.  We offer both week-day evenings and weekend morning classes. Private lessons are available 6 days a week (Monday-Saturday) and we have flexible scheduling to accommodate your busy, changing schedule. 

We Can Come to You

Private lessons are held at our training center, your home, or wherever need be to train your dog most effectively.

Trainer Certification

Positive Approach is the only dog training center that requires its lead trainers to have their Certified Professional Dog Trainers Certification (CCPDT).

Star began at PA in the puppy classes and we had additional support from Jeri Lynn in our home. Our Vet recommended PA. Star loves to be at PA, he jumps out of the car and races to the desk. Staff always greet him and he is so happy to be there – and that makes his owner happy as well
Star's Family

Upcoming Classes

New Puppy Class (under 6 months)

  • Thursday, November 7th at 6pm (no class November 28th for Thanksgiving)
  • Saturday, November 9th at 10am (no class November 30th)

Basic Obedience Class (6 months and over) 

  • Friday, November 8th at 6pm (no class November 29th)
  • Saturday, November 9th at 11:15am (no class November 30th)

Advanced Obedience Class (6 months and over)

  • Saturday, November 9th at 12:30pm (no class November 30th)

Canine Good Citizen (CGC)

  • Friday, September 20th 7:15pm (8 weekly classes)  Includes preparation and test

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Obedience Training

Obedience Training

New Puppy Class (Freshman)

New Puppy Class (Freshman)

Level I - $225

Begin your relationship right with your new best friend. We will cover new puppy basics like housebreaking, biting, nap time, crate training, name recognition, problem solving and more. This class will assist you in building a solid foundation to build upon with your puppy. Ages up to 6 months of age (5 week course, 1 hour classes)

Basic Obedience (Sophomore)

Basic Obedience (Sophomore)

Level II - $225

Now your puppy has settled in, do you want to build on our foundation or did you get an older puppy or dog? This is where we begin expanding their name recognition, learn to focus on you, how to sit and lie down, begin with doggy manners and walking well on a loose leash.  Increase your respectful bond with your dog to have them come to you when called, “leave-it” and more. This is a foundational course to start with behaviors to have your dog working appropriately in your household.  

Open to all ages over 6 months (5 week course 1 hour classes)

Advanced Obedience (Junior)

Advanced Obedience (Junior)

Level III - $225

(Basic obedience is a requirement for this class) Let’s learn more than the basics! Teach your dog to not run out the door and wait until you give them the go ahead, let’s show your dog to lie down in a specific place when guests arrive, solidify leave-it, make walks fun with a loose leash, solidify and expand their sit or down stays, and more.  Working through these classes will also increase the bond between you and your dog as you are learning how to communicate more effectively with your best friend.

Open to all ages over 6 months (5 week course 1 hour classes)

Canine Good Citizen/CGC (Senior)

Canine Good Citizen/CGC (Senior)

Level IV - $400

At this point we are working on getting you and your dog equipped to pass the CGC test, which will be at the end of this course.  We take what you have been working on, through our other three classes, and prepare you to take the final test at week 8. (8 week course 1 hour classes)

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Private Lessons

Please Note: *In home lessons are limited to 30 minuets from 98409. Locations outside this range may have an additional travel charge assessed.

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