The Pawsitive Solution

$60

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Dog training type

Dog training package

Specific behaviors to address

Responds within a day

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About

Certified dog trainer also certified Canine Good Citizen instructor animal caretaker over 25 years. I also provide my customers with written instructions and information. Issues like potty training, crate training, chewing, barking, addressed. Training inclusive of: focus, off, settle, leave it, drop it, sit, coming when called, walking nicely on a leash, wait/stay. training available basic, intermediate, advanced. weekends,wkday afternoon evenings availability

Overview

Hired 64 times

6 similar jobs done near you

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1 employee

18 years in business

Business hours

Sun12:00 pm - 9:00 pmMon12:00 pm - 9:00 pm

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This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, and Venmo.

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2018

Services offered

Dog training package

Dog size

Extra Small (1 - 15 lbs)

Dog training type

Private lessons

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Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.

Excellent 4.9

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Cara S.

Mar 10, 2026

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Denise knows her stuff. I see significant improvement after just one session. My dog fell in love with her instantly and paid strict attention to her instructions. I learned a lot from Denise and from watching her with my dogs.

Details: 6 - 12 months old • Large (41 - 70 lbs) • Private lessons • General obedience training • Biting • Leash pulling • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Dog Training

Amanda w.

Apr 22, 2025

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Denise was great in helping to train my reactive German shepherd puppy (and me!). Within 2 sessions, I saw a noticeable difference in walks with my puppy. I appreciated Denise’s positivity and insight.

Details: 0 - 6 months old • Medium (26 - 40 lbs) • Private lessons • Puppy training • Leash pulling • Crate training • My home, venue, etc.

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Ed M.

Sep 1, 2024

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Details: 0 - 6 months old • Extra Small (1 - 15 lbs) • Private lessons • Puppy training • Leash pulling • House training • Biting • Chewing • Crate training • My home, venue, etc.

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Taillon W.

Aug 17, 2023

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Details: 0 - 6 months old • Extra Small (1 - 15 lbs) • I'm flexible • Puppy training • Chewing • Barking • Biting • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Dog Training

Gary U.

Mar 25, 2024

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Denise has been fantastic as a trainer for our Australian Terrier puppy. She makes training fun and interesting, and our puppy looks forward to his lessons and doing his homework.

Details: 6 - 12 months old • Small (16 - 25 lbs) • I'm flexible • Puppy training • Leash pulling • House training • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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Denise Trice

FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Usually charge a flat rate for a certain amount of time dependent on the case and what is involved. I like to interview, evaluate and advise what may be involved. General pricing is $30 an hour.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Positive reinforcement, no choke collars.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Certified trainer since 2008. CGC certified since 2010.

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