About Pawsitive Dog Training

Positive reinforcement classes in Fairbanks

Pawsitive Dog Training is a Fairbanks group of dedicated trainers who enjoy "teaching both ends of the leash using positive reinforcement." Its trainers are described as certified and studied in evidence-driven, science-based methods, and most trainers and assistants are members of the APDT, PPG and other professional animal training organizations. Classes use buckle collars, harnesses, leashes, clickers and lots of treats, and undesired behavior is ignored or redirected so dogs learn what to do.

Classes

Obedience options include a Puppy Class for pups 9 weeks to 5 months, Basic Obedience and Manners for dogs 5 months and older, a Grad Class that now includes Canine Good Citizen work and trick titles, and a Recall Workshop. The agility track runs from Pre-Agility through Agility Fundamentals, Contacts and Intermediate/Advanced, with an evaluation before the higher levels. Scent classes cover Scent Games, AKC Scent Work levels 1 through 5, Barn Hunt and Tracking and Trailing. For dogs who struggle around others there is a Reactive Class plus Reactive Agility and Reactive Scent Work, and there are also Rally and Therapy Dog classes. Workshops include Cooperative Care for Grooming, Husbandry, Drive and a Reactivity Survival Skills Seminar.

Pricing

Group classes are $180 per six-week session, or $165 for returning students, and private classes are priced individually. First-time students pay a 50% deposit at sign-up.