"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 trainingProgram 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
Fear and confidence
Reactivity training
How training happens
Board and train
Day training
Group classes
Online or virtual training
Owner coachingCustomer-reported
Private trainingProgram 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
PuppiesProgram 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
Beginner training
Class options
Small classes
Support between sessions
Follow-up support
Homework and practiceCustomer-reported
Assistance and working dogs
Hunting dog training
Service dog training
Therapy dog training
Dog sports
Agility
Dock diving
Scent work
Trick training
Dog size
Large dogs
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 TrainProgram 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 Harness
Dog Help
Dog Running
Dog Sport
Dog Tricks
Drop Off
Free Dog Training Consultation
Lunch & LearnProgram 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
Pets Trainer
Private Course
SeminarsProgram 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 they do puppy training?
They just train my 5 month old German shepherd and she is amazingly well behaved now... Can't give enough props for positive pets.
I recently adopted two dogs, that are one and half years old. I have been working with them both in my home and yard.
But I'm finding that they are scared of everything out side of my yard . Do you have any suggestions?
Go visit Positive Pets w/ or w/o them and ask them in person. We have had great results with them.
Community answer · Ad Verkuylen · 2019-09-21
Really need suggestions , to help over come fear.
Community answer · Lisa · 2019-09-21
They helped my adopted dog Ollie become the dog he always wanted to be❤!
What happens if I bring my dog back home and she forgets everything that she was trained?
You have to continue training with her. She wont just forget
Community answer · Lisa Hill · 2019-09-21
Dogs are like children, if you expect them to continue to do what they learned, you must reinforce it. Positive Pets does training with you to reinforce everything they have taught your dog.
Community answer · Mary K. Spears · 2019-09-21
Dogs cant lie...so if you arent doing your homework (consistently reinforcing the training)we will know. We absolutely want you and your pup to succeed, but for that to happen, you must do your part!
Community answer · Melissa McClelland · 2019-09-21
She will only forget if you dont practice. If you dont use it, you lose it! The trainers give you all the tools and resources you need to continue practicing too, which I have noticed a lot of other places dont really commit to like Positive Pets does.
And think of it this way, 30 minutes of training spread throughout the day only takes about 3% of your entire day. The difference that every day practice will make is phenomenal.
5/5We signed up Willow (8 month old mini-aussie) for Positive Pets Dog Training's Basic Obedience School. We had a very positive experience during the six week training. Our instructor, Justin, was extremely knowledgeable in training dogs and now both I and Willow have the basic kno…Read full reviewClose full review
We signed up Willow (8 month old mini-aussie) for Positive Pets Dog Training's Basic Obedience School. We had a very positive experience during the six week training. Our instructor, Justin, was extremely knowledgeable in training dogs and now both I and Willow have the basic knowledge to continue our training. We are going to continue our training with some private follow-up lessons and I am looking forward to it. Thank you Positive Pets Dog Training and Justin!
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Lettie Stratton
5/5
We had a great time at Puppy Preschool! Our sweet little pup Maple made such great progress, thanks to Justin's calm, positive, and constructive training tips. We're so glad we took Maple to Positive Pets. The training was great, and puppy playtime was even better. Thanks, Justin!
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Chad LaMont
5/5
These folks know what they are talking about and what they are doing. We are currently in the process of our training but have seen the potential. The staff is amazing and ready and willing to answer any and all questions.
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Molly Venable
3/5
Súper nice people but the training seemed a bit unorganized. Our class had 15 dogs (max was supposed to be 12 which is still too many) so we switched to a different class and it still seemed too big. First puppy play and then potty break and the class is half over. Again, nice people but for us it was not what we had hoped it would be.
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Diane Rodrigues
5/5
We absolutely loved our Basic Obedience class at Positive Pets. Frannie was quite smitten with Troy, and she can’t wait to go back for another class. I highly recommend both the training facility and Troy! I’ve had experience with other trainers and they don’t even begin to compare.
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