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Positive Pets Dog Training

Boise, Idaho

4.9/5· 559 Google reviews

About Positive Pets Dog Training

"Developing the Canine Mind, Enriching the Human Spirit.” Positive Pets Dog Training provides professional dog training services and classes in the greater Boise, ID area. Lead by our experienced training staff, our training lineup includes programs to fit any dog's and/or dog owner's needs and wants. Whether you are looking for complete board and train services, one-on-one private lessons, or group training classes, we have you covered! Recommended by More Treasure Valley Veterinarians than any other dog trainer.

Training & services

Training goals

  • Behavior consultation
  • Crate training
  • House training
  • Leash training
  • Obedience training
    Program details

    If you are the hands-on type that wants to be personally involved with training your pooch, our group dog training classes are for you. Group classes not only teach you training methods, but also provide the benefit of socializing with other dogs and owners.

    Group classes offer the benefit of socializing with other dogs and owners, and working around distractions. The classes are kept small to make sure each dog and their owners are able to get personal attention without getting lost in a large group.

  • Puppy training
  • Recall training
  • Socialization

Behavior support

  • Aggression training
  • Fear and confidence
  • Reactivity training

How training happens

  • Board and train
  • Day training
  • Group classes
  • Online or virtual training
  • Owner coaching Customer-reported
  • Private training
    Program details

    These one-on-one lessons are ideal for active families or individuals who want to be directly involved in their dog’s training. You get 100% of the trainer’s attention, the lessons are personally tailored to your goals, and these lessons can be scheduled to work around your busy schedule.

Dog age

  • Puppies
    Program details

    If you are the hands-on type that wants to be personally involved with training your pooch, our group dog training classes are for you. Group classes not only teach you training methods, but also provide the benefit of socializing with other dogs and owners.

Training level

  • Advanced obedience
  • Advanced training

Class options

  • Small classes
  • Weekend classes

Support between sessions

  • Follow-up support
  • Homework and practice
  • Personalized training plans Customer-reported

Assistance and working dogs

  • Hunting dog training
  • Therapy dog training

Dog sports

  • Agility
  • Dock diving
  • Rally obedience
  • Scent work
  • Trick training

Your dog’s background

  • Rescue dogs

Training approach

  • Positive reinforcement

Additional services

  • Boarding

Consultations

  • Free consultation

Other listed services

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  • Akc Fit Dog
  • Basic Commands
  • Canine Behavior And Training
  • Class Registration
  • Companion Dog
  • Day Train
    Program details

    Ideal for owners who simply don’t have the time, energy, or patience to lay the foundation their dog themselves. Your dog stays at our Positive Pets Dog Training facility during the day for one day a week for 3-6 weeks depending on how well you want the dog trained before move one to group classes.

  • Distraction Class
  • Dog Bite Prevention
  • Dog Handler
  • Dog Help
  • Dog Running
  • Dog Tricks
  • Drop Off
  • Free Dog Training Consultation
  • Lunch & Learn
    Program details

    Do you and your staff work with dogs? Are you a veterinarian, boarding kennel or groomer? Let us buy you and your staff lunch and teach you cutting-edge tips, tricks and strategies for dog training, canine behavior problems and dog bite prevention.

  • Marker Training
  • Personal Dog
  • Pet Cpr
  • Pets Trainer
  • Private Course
  • Seminars
    Program details

    Have our staff of certified professional trainers talk to your group. Topics we cover include: the power of reward based training using markers, proper use of the remote training collar for motivation, teaching a trained retrieve, basic & advanced obedience, and dog tricks.

  • Specialty Classes
  • Train Lessons
  • Trainer Teaching
  • Training Facilities
  • Training Programs
  • Week Course

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Questions & answers

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What people have asked about this business.

Do you have classes for young puppies?

For dogs who are 5 months or younger, we have our Puppy Pre-School. This will teach you the principles of raising a well-mannered, confident and socially outgoing puppy. If you are interested, give us a call at (208) 888-0708

Community answer · Positive Pets Dog Training · 2021-09-21

We did their Puppy school with Tass and it was amazing! It changed the way I approached dog training. I highly recommend it! Normally when I call them I speak with Angie, she is great too! She knows literally everything about Positive Pets!

Community answer · MacKenzy M · 2021-09-21

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Do you offer group classes?

Yes, we offer many different types of classes. From group classes about basic obedience, to more advanced classes that help with distractions or off leash work. If you are interested, give us a call at (208) 888-0708

Community answer · Positive Pets Dog Training · 2021-09-21

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Customer reviews

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4.9
out of 5559 Google reviews

Mentioned in reviews

  • Knowledgeable staff 83
  • Knowledgeable trainer 61
  • Private lessons 38
  • Group classes 36
  • Distraction classes 30
  • Patient trainer 25
All 10 topics
  • Obedience training 21
  • Leash training 18
  • Therapy dog training 17
  • Reactive dog training 14

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100 collected reviews

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Colleen Kevany
5/5
Positive pets and their trainers, as well as all the staff, are great people. They took our puppy and gave him the tools to succeed at being a well trained boy. More than that, they trained me, as the owner, on how to be successful and consistent with the same cues. In a short th…Read full reviewClose full review

Positive pets and their trainers, as well as all the staff, are great people. They took our puppy and gave him the tools to succeed at being a well trained boy. More than that, they trained me, as the owner, on how to be successful and consistent with the same cues. In a short three month period our pup has been transformed into a good listener. We are looking forward to all the advanced training classes available and exposing him to many different situations. Thank you Positive Pets for all you do.

Cyndi Stevenson
5/5
This is our second time using Positive Pets. Our Olive is a rescue from Texas. She showed some signs of being a little aggressive towards young children. We went through the individual training program with her and received excellent results! She does great around our grandkids…Read full reviewClose full review

This is our second time using Positive Pets. Our Olive is a rescue from Texas. She showed some signs of being a little aggressive towards young children. We went through the individual training program with her and received excellent results! She does great around our grandkids now. We also don’t have to worry about her darting away. She’s doing wonderful on the leash and she’s looking forward to starting her group lessons. Donny was a wonderful trainer!

Karly Hensley
5/5

Ayla was so great! She turned our little rambunctious boys in to tiny gentlemen. Would absolutely recommend to anyone.

Elijah Sorensen
5/5
We had a phenomenal experience with Positive Pets. While shopping around for a trainer, Britta scheduled a call with us to discuss packages, options, and goals for our 9 month old Bernese Mountain Dog puppy, Kona. Throughout the process, Brtitta was helpful, friendly, and incredi…Read full reviewClose full review

We had a phenomenal experience with Positive Pets. While shopping around for a trainer, Britta scheduled a call with us to discuss packages, options, and goals for our 9 month old Bernese Mountain Dog puppy, Kona. Throughout the process, Brtitta was helpful, friendly, and incredibly knowledgeable. It was clear from that initial call that the people at Positive Pets know what they are doing and want to be as humane and helpful as possible. Britta asked what we were looking for and provided feedback based on our desires for learning to work with Kona. We ultimately selected a series of 1 on 1 private lessons, and we worked with Donny from then on. Donny was a rockstar. In addition to the benchmarks that Positive Pets holds all of their students to, he always made sure to ask us for any specific things we wanted to work on based on Kona's progress at every lesson. He gave us his phone number in case we needed to contact him outside our regular meeting times, and helped recommend different tools for working with Kona based on her energy level and breed temperament. Since training, Kona is much better behaved around the house, when guests come over, and on walks. We learned so much about how to better communicate and work with her thanks to Donny. All of the staff members were always very friendly and greeted Kona with excitement and affection before each less. I highly recommend Positive Pets to anyone looking to build a better relationship with their dog.

Lindsay Harbison
5/5
I’ve brought 3 dogs here over the years, Devin is amazing!! Highly recommend doing the stay and train or day training options, your dog will come back well-trained, and not only will they learn a lot, they also love the training experience. All the trainers there are fantastic, t…Read full reviewClose full review

I’ve brought 3 dogs here over the years, Devin is amazing!! Highly recommend doing the stay and train or day training options, your dog will come back well-trained, and not only will they learn a lot, they also love the training experience. All the trainers there are fantastic, they truly prioritize the dogs having a positive and fun experience. They also offer so many cool specialty classes! Joey is currently doing the Novice Rally class and he absolutely loves it. He’s been going to Positive Pets since he was 6 months old, he is now 5 years old, but there is always more to learn! I highly recommend bringing your dog here, especially to be trained by Devin!

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