FirstBarkWe had a wonderful experience with Erin at Bessey's Positive Paws. Over the course of 6 sessions Erin helped us navigate the challenges of our 5-7 month old puppy, giving us simple and straightforward training techniques and helping us understand the ups and downs of puppyhood. We appreciated her thoughtful and practical approaches; our Bella loved her time with Erin - and we did too!
Bessey's Positive Paws
Whitefield, Maine
About Bessey's Positive Paws
I'm happy you are here. I help dog owners turn their distracted, young dog into engaged cooperative companions with training that is family friendly. I offer virtual 1:1 training sessions that are tailored specifically to you and your dog's needs and goals. I have been training professionally for nearly 20 years but my experience with dogs has been lifelong.
Training & services
Training goals
- Behavior consultation Customer-reported
- Leash training
How training happens
- Group classes Customer-reported
- Online or virtual training
- Private training
Dog age
- Adolescent dogs
- Puppies Customer-reported
Support between sessions
- Personalized training plans
Training approach
- Positive reinforcement
Other listed services
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- Dog training
Program details
Private training in person or virtually. We offer packages that are customized to meet your goals and the needs of your dog to get you the best results. Turn that rambunctious young dog into a cooperative canine!
- Coming When Called
- In-Person Dog Training
- Pet Care
- Private Programs
- Schedule Training
- Training And Training
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Customer reviews
Google listing5
46 Google reviews
Mentioned in reviews
- Positive reinforcement 5
- Techniques 5
- Helpful information 4
- Knowledgeable staff 3
- Responsiveness 3
- Zoom sessions 3
All 10 topics
- Clicker training 2
- Expert help 2
- Obedience issues 2
- Trainer recommendation 2
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I was told Erin was the best in this area and the rumors are true! 🙂 Definitely worth 1 on 1 time; especially where my Theo is easily distracted. Theo is very treat-driven so teaching new behaviors has been pretty smooth. What Erin taught me was how to think like my dog... and o…Read full reviewClose full review
I was told Erin was the best in this area and the rumors are true! 🙂 Definitely worth 1 on 1 time; especially where my Theo is easily distracted. Theo is very treat-driven so teaching new behaviors has been pretty smooth. What Erin taught me was how to think like my dog... and of course the things I should and shouldn't do. Turns out many of my reactions were simply encouraging the behaviors I was trying to stop. I reached out to Erin at a time when I was seriously thinking I couldn't manage my 100 pound polar bear. Now, we are getting better together. Erin has given me the skills and insights that will only make us better over time... as long as I stick with it.
I cannot say enough good things about Erin! When searching for a trainer like I was, finding someone that really understands the dog is very important and Erin is all of that. I went to Erin with my extra medium puppy Tonka who is way too big and way too energetic for his own goo…Read full reviewClose full review
I cannot say enough good things about Erin! When searching for a trainer like I was, finding someone that really understands the dog is very important and Erin is all of that. I went to Erin with my extra medium puppy Tonka who is way too big and way too energetic for his own good. Tonka is a 14 month Saint Bernard that is currently over 150 pounds for those wondering the vet says he will be around 200 full grown. After his time with Erin he has become quite the gentleman. Thank you so much Erin for taming this monster!!
Erin was great to work with! She catered her style to the goals we set for our pup. He loved her and we both learned a lot! Highly recommend.
I saw Erin for 1-on-1 training with my 5 month old Golden Retriever, Nessie. Her common sense, positive reinforcement training methods have been a fantastic help in instilling great behaviors in Nessie. Walks are so much more enjoyable and Nessie absolutely loves her sessions! I highly recommend Erin and Bessey's Positive Paws!
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