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Pawsitive Training Center PAWSITIVE reinforcement works by setting your learner up for success. He was almost 40 years old before deciding the time was right.

We arrange the environment so that the learner is likely to succeed and then reinforce good choices. Marty didn’t grow up wanting to be an animal trainer, he actually wanted to be a veterinarian as a small child. Knowing the responsibilities associated with having a dog, he waited until his lifestyle started to settle down before getting a puppy. All of Marty’s training with his puppy was that of

traditional training with corrections as the foundation. He now calls that his “yelling and yanking” training days. While working an aggression case he became frustrated at the lack of progress and searched hard for something other than the corrections and dominance methods he was learning. He came across clicker training and was intrigued by the force free nature. Wanting to learn more he found Karen Pryor’s book, “Don’t shoot the Dog” and then discovered she had a dog training school, the Karen Pryor Academy. That was his introduction into the world of positive reinforcement training and he’s been a training geek ever since. His learning about training all started because of the breed of puppy he had fallen in love with, the infamous Jack Russell Terrier. Marty prepared for his puppy in the months preceding her delivery as he had big goals for this pup. She was to be his mountain biking partner and needed to be very well trained for her distracting off leash environment. So he read several book on JRT training and each book had a similar theme, “These dogs are very active and are difficult to train. Recommended for experienced dog owners only.” Definitely a novice, he knew he had to learn how to train dogs, and learn fast. His puppy was a model of the breed characteristics and a very good teacher. He made several mistakes along the way, which only helped to further his education. He was successful at teaching his puppy off leash recall, to ride in his camelback on downhill stretches while mountain biking and even to like cats, something some had said couldn’t be done. Her untimely death from Acute Pancreatitis at the young age of 3 ½ years old was devastating and will always be a low point in his life. But, as tragic as this loss was for him, it was the catalyst for a career change and has brought him to where he is today.

09/20/2025

If you need it, I hope this video puts a smile on your face like it did mine. ❤️

Belle at the beach!
09/04/2025

Belle at the beach!

I monitor this type of play and break it up often to redirect the pups onto toys.
08/27/2025

I monitor this type of play and break it up often to redirect the pups onto toys.

08/23/2025
My puppy participated in a field trip today. I temporarily left her with a couple friends and their dog for one hour. At...
08/20/2025

My puppy participated in a field trip today. I temporarily left her with a couple friends and their dog for one hour. At 11 weeks old, she is acquiring the skill of adapting to new environments and interacting with new individuals and animals in my absence. This experience will be beneficial for her throughout her life and particularly when she transitions to her new home in a couple of weeks.

08/17/2025

Puppy play in the rain

This golden pup blossomed over her three-week stay. Initially, she was fearful and unsure when meeting new dogs, but aft...
08/11/2025

This golden pup blossomed over her three-week stay. Initially, she was fearful and unsure when meeting new dogs, but after several positive interactions, she displayed cautious confidence on her last day, greeting a couple of dogs. She also enjoyed meeting new people.

08/07/2025
After intense play and learning new things, you need plenty of sleep.
08/07/2025

After intense play and learning new things, you need plenty of sleep.

My invaluable assistant Belle is the most patient dog ever!
08/05/2025

My invaluable assistant Belle is the most patient dog ever!

I had to introduce them slowly because I had a scared 8-week-old pup and an excited 18-week-old pup. Their greetings are...
08/03/2025

I had to introduce them slowly because I had a scared 8-week-old pup and an excited 18-week-old pup. Their greetings are strictly supervised as the little pup is very vulnerable.

My new 8 wk old student arrived and is settling in for her month long Board and Training stay. Plan ahead for B&T, we ma...
07/30/2025

My new 8 wk old student arrived and is settling in for her month long Board and Training stay. Plan ahead for B&T, we made this reservation 9 wks ago.

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