Helping You and Your Dog Find the Paws-itive Path to Success
Guiding Dog Guardians in Stafford County & Surrounding Areas with Positive, Science-Based Training Solutions
Paws-Itive Pathways: Building Confident, Well-Behaved Dogs with Tailored Training!
Dogs are incredible companions, but training can be a challenge, especially if you're a first-time dog parent or have adopted a rescue. At Paws-Itive Pathways, we specialize in helping dogs of all ages and backgrounds overcome challenges to be confident members of your family. Whether you're working with a puppy, an adopted dog, or a "feisty teenager," we offer positive, tailored training to meet your dog’s specific needs and your family’s lifestyle.
Helping Northern Virginia Dog Guardians With:
First-Time Dog Guardian
Bringing a dog into your life for the first time can be overwhelming, but we’re here to help you confidently navigate the process. We’ll guide you through essential training and management to ensure your dog becomes a happy companion.
Adopted a Dog from a Rescue or Shelter?
Adopted dogs often come with their own unique set of challenges. Whether they’ve experienced trauma or simply haven’t had enough socialization, we’re here to help them adjust and thrive in their new home.
Leash Pulling
Is walking your dog more of a tug-of-war than a peaceful stroll? We’ll teach you how to stop leash pulling and walk your dog calmly by your side, making walks enjoyable for both of you.
Rude Greetings (Jumping, Counter Surfing, etc.)
Is your dog greeting guests with a leap or searching the kitchen counters for food? We’ll help your dog learn proper social skills and behaviors.
Feisty Teenager (Adolescent Dogs)
Adolescence can be challenging for dogs as their brains are rewiring, and they can get easily distracted or rebellious. We’re here to guide you through this turbulent period and help your dog focus, listen, and grow into a confident dog who learns to navigate this challenging development phase with you at his side!
How It Works
Step 1: Consult
We’ll start with a consultation to discuss your dog’s needs, challenges, and goals. This helps us create a training plan that works for both you and your dog.
The cost of the initial consultation is $120
Step 2: Choose Your Training Path
Based on your dog’s needs, we’ll provide a tailored training plan that’s designed to be both effective and realistic for your lifestyle.
Step 3: Start Training!
We’ll begin training, working on the specific behaviors that matter most to you. With our guidance, you’ll see progress as your dog becomes a well-mannered and confident companion.
Ready To Get Started or Have Questions?
Private Coaching
This is a wonderful option for pet guardians who have the time and energy to take on the training themselves and want to learn the skills needed to teach their dogs efficiently. Private Coaching is ideal for:
Each package can be customized to your specific goals and needs while also considering your dog’s current skill set. Some of the things we can address for example are:
Attention/Engagement
Confidence building
Impulse Control
Nipping/Biting
Sit / Down
Drop it
Anti Jump
Leash manners
Fees
4 one-hour sessions with client: $ 360
6 one-hour sessions with client: $ 495
10 one – hour sessions with client: $ 800
Packages must be purchased upon booking and expire if not used within 3 month.
All sessions include:
Personalized coaching
Unlimited email correspondence for the duration of our sessions together
Personalized training plans for you and your dog
Written homework and appointment summary after each session
Training can take place at home or remotely such as parks (dog parks are excluded) and pet friendly stores.
Day Training
Day training is a wonderful option for pet guardians with a busy lifestyle.For dog owners, day training is an especially helpful tool that can help with behaviors including:
Sociability
Jumping Up
Mouthing
Housetraining
In order to demonstrate the life skills we have worked on and how to sustain them, we will also arrange multiple transfer sessions with you. Frequent training sessions guarantee that desired behaviors are consistently reinforced.
Day training is customized to meet each dog's unique requirements and obstacles. It consists of a combination of training, enrichment, games, and play. Some of the things we can address, for example, are:
Relaxation
Recall
Settle
Out and About
Leave-it
Leash manners
Crate training, etc.
Fees
9 session Pack: $810 (includes three 1-hr transfer lesson with client)
12 session Pack: $995 (includes four 1-hr transfer lessons with client)
15 session Pack: $1200 (includes 4 1-hr transfer lesson with client PLUS two 1-hr follow-up private lessons)
Packages must be purchased upon booking and expire if not used within 4 month.
Any package greater than $800 can be broken down into a payment plan.
Ready to Transform Your Dog’s Behavior?
It’s time to take the first step toward a more enjoyable life with your dog. Whether you’re a first-time dog parent, have an adopted dog, or need help with leash pulling or adolescent behavior, we’re here to guide you.
Book Your Consultation Today and let’s get started on the Paws-Itive path to success!
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