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PAWS'itive Pals Dog Training

Grass Valley, California

4.7/5· 118 Google reviews

About PAWS'itive Pals Dog Training

We use paws'itive reinforcement to reach even the most poorly mannered dogs. We cultivate the trust of the dog to facilitate a teaching method for the “furrent” (furparent/owner) and the canine companion. There are numerous methods that are used in training our furry life-partners, however we believe that dogs primary focus is on the resource; thus we use paws'itive reinforcement of food, touch, and verbal praise. When you join the Pal Pack you can feel assured that you are gaining knowledge as to how to work with your furfamily with compassion and care, with respect and reverence, and most of all in the language that your dog is speaking until they learn your language.

Training & services

Training goals

  • Behavior consultation
  • House training Customer-reported
  • Obedience training
    Program details

    Learn how to train a perfect companion, service dog, therapy dog, emotional support animal. · Listed price: $300.00

  • Socialization

How training happens

  • Board and train
    Program details

    Want to pick up a well mannered "turn key" companion, with a follow up training session to transfer the lead and skills. We can even do the rehabilitation work you request. · Listed price: From $125.00

  • Group classes
  • In-home training

Dog age

  • Puppies Customer-reported
  • Senior dogs

Training level

  • Advanced obedience
  • Beginner training

Class options

  • Small classes

Support between sessions

  • Follow-up support
  • Homework and practice

Assistance and working dogs

  • Service dog training
  • Therapy dog training

Dog sports

  • Agility

Dog size

  • Small dogs

Training approach

  • Balanced training
  • Positive reinforcement

Additional services

  • Boarding
    Program details

    All boarding patrons stay in our quaint PAWdocks, they are well insulated, have house flooring and painted walls. All companions receive a minimum of 2-15minute human engagment periods a day, where you choose what your companion would want. You can add on training and play too. · Listed price: From $70.00

  • Daycare
    Program details

    Does your pal need some extra exercise? A place to go and work on their basic and advanced obedience skills while you are at work or away? Let us entertain and train your pal! Half Day Class M-F 730am-1200pm or 12:30pm-5:00pm $25.00 Full Day M-Th 730am-530pm F 730am-5pm $40 · Listed price: From $25.00

  • Dog walking
  • Grooming
    Program details

    We are happy to host Jeremy Robinson and Melissa Eattock as our groomers at PPDT.

Consultations

  • Free consultation

Other listed services

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  • Cat sitting (in-home)
    Program details

    We will snuggle your cat in YOUR HOME. Patrons must live within 10 miles of our facility. Price to be discussed at a free consultation, based on distance and requests.

  • Dog sitting (in-home)
    Program details

    We will snuggle your dog(s) in YOUR HOME. Patrons must live within 10 miles of our facility. Price to be discussed at a free consultation, based on distance and requests.

  • Dog training
    Program details

    We do 1:1 in the facility...$85, Small group classes...$300, 1:1 in your home...$100

  • Other pet sitting (in-home)
    Program details

    We will care for your pets in YOUR HOME. Patrons must live within 10 miles of our facility. Price to be discussed at a free consultation, based on distance and requests.

  • Adventurous Hike
  • Akc Canine Good Citizenship Test
  • Animal Control
  • Animal Handling
  • Animal Transportation
  • Behavioral Concerns
  • Behavioral Health
  • Behavioral Management
  • Canine Support
  • Community Service
  • Day Service
  • Dog Begins
  • Dog Doors
  • Dog Equipment
  • Dog Park
  • Dog Running
  • Dog Training Facility
  • Dog Training Home
  • Dog's Behavioral
  • Dog's Body
  • Dog's Communication
  • Dog's Physical
  • Emergency Services
  • Exercise And Training
  • Exercise Routine
  • Heartworm Medication
  • Heartworm Prevention
  • Heating And Air Conditioning
  • High School Program
  • Identification Tags
  • Individualized Educational
  • Loose Lead Walking
  • Night Stay
  • Phone Consultation
  • Phone Consultations
  • Pick Up Drop Off
  • Positive Dog Training
  • Separate Training
  • Series Classes
  • Specific Training
  • Staff Training
  • Temperament Testing
  • Training Programs
  • Training Your Dog
  • Behavioral Management/Modification
  • Chicken Avoidance Training
  • Companion Dog
  • Shepherding

Confirm current programs and availability directly.

Questions & answers

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Which Petsafe collar for auto increase from vibration to shock?

We have all the tools we use on our tools blog of the website. Www.pawsitivepalsdogtraining.com

Community answer · PAWS'itive Pals Dog Training · 2025-09-21

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About how much is it to train a young large dog?

Basic Obedience is $200 Behavioral Modification is $300 Daytime Socialization Classes $35 for a well mannered pal, and $65 for behavioral modification.

Community answer · PAWS'itive Pals · 2018-09-21

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Customer reviews

Google listing
4.7
out of 5118 Google reviews

Mentioned in reviews

  • Doggy daycare 18
  • Obedience training 12
  • Dog socialization 10
  • Daytime socialization 5
  • Dog happiness 5
  • Large yard 5
All 10 topics
  • Group dog training 3
  • Interacting with other dogs 3
  • Live updates 3
  • Rescue dog adoption 3

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100 collected reviews

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Silas Thompson
5/5
My dogs LOVE this place! We have been taking our dogs to Pawsitive Pals for 5 years and my dogs BEG to go! I'm not kidding, my hound, Ricky, BEGS to go to " school" at Pawsitive Pals. Lauren and Adam have created an environment that dogs thrive in and want to be in. I have 8 dogs…Read full reviewClose full review

My dogs LOVE this place! We have been taking our dogs to Pawsitive Pals for 5 years and my dogs BEG to go! I'm not kidding, my hound, Ricky, BEGS to go to " school" at Pawsitive Pals. Lauren and Adam have created an environment that dogs thrive in and want to be in. I have 8 dogs between 4 breeds and Paws'itive Pals has accommodated them all! From 10lbs to 203 lbs! We first started taking our Treeing Walker Coonhound, Ricky Bobby, to Pawsitive Pals to help keep him stimulated and active. This breed is Notoriously hard to train and keep stimulated and keep within a gate- and let me tell you- Lauren trained this dog! And she has kept him secure in her fencing and keeps him busy! He BAYS like a maniac when he wants to go see her! I have no choice but to take him All my dogs LOVE to go here- it's right near my kid's school so some days, I load up the car and drop the entire pack. Each and every one of my dogs has been socialized, trained , boarded attended programs they offer like " Get Rattled" at Pawsitive Pals. Pawsitive Pals offers Misters to keep them cool, sand yards, grass yards and sections for small dogs- which are perfect for my löwchen. I have breeds that require special attention, like Neapolitan Mastiff and I can trust Pawsitive Pals to take care of him to the highest capacity when I'm out town. Her boarding stalls are as dreamy as they come! Most facilities offer concrete yards and a cot- but not Laurens- they are like little mini condos with sliding barn doors.and elevated dog bowls and indoor/outdoor access. I have started off my Cane Corso Gogo in her socialization Program which has helped tremendously in her show dog career. Even my shy girl, Evie, (Cane corso) who is very sensitive has gone to day care and get rattled and was nurtured carefully into socialization and training. I have had an amazing experience with Pawsitive Pals and because of it- I highly recommend you take your dogs !!!!

Jay Warner
3/5
Everything on the website and the photos look gorgeous. I took my 12 pound bichon to enjoy doggy daycare. About 80% of the dogs were Pitbulls or a mix of. It was so incredibly muddy because, like dogs do, they like to play with their water bowls. There was no green grass in the p…Read full reviewClose full review

Everything on the website and the photos look gorgeous. I took my 12 pound bichon to enjoy doggy daycare. About 80% of the dogs were Pitbulls or a mix of. It was so incredibly muddy because, like dogs do, they like to play with their water bowls. There was no green grass in the play area…only dirt and some gravel spread about. I just couldn’t see putting her out there with those dogs and hoping to come and get her alive later. The concept is wonderful. Perhaps they can put dogs in different profile groups to play. That’s the experience I’ve had with other daycare centers. They are divided by size and or activity level. I would really like to support these folks because I believe they have good hearts. The way it’s set up now I can’t.

Alexa Magnolia
5/5

Lauren is a true dog whisperer ! Highly recommend 0: )

Alesha Teehee
5/5

Wonderful and safe. Daily video so you can see your pal pet. Communication throughout the day if needed. I feel so comfortable dropping my guy off and working out of town. Lauren and her staff are awesome!

Cathy Streitwieser
5/5
I started with PAWS’itive Pals for puppy/human training. What a great experience I’ve had. The professional, loving, and caring environment is so beneficial! I have been taught how to understand my dog’s breed and individual personality. Having a very high energy, high spirited …Read full reviewClose full review

I started with PAWS’itive Pals for puppy/human training. What a great experience I’ve had. The professional, loving, and caring environment is so beneficial! I have been taught how to understand my dog’s breed and individual personality. Having a very high energy, high spirited puppy I know a strong foundation will pay off in the coming years. Training is ongoing with Lauren and her dedicated crew. My now 8 month old puppy goes to the socialization day program and I find the physical outlet in a well monitored and interactive environment to be a great way to continue training for healthy interactions away from school. A great investment, I highly recommend!

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