Positive Note Dog Training

08/10/2025

Socializing vs. social skills. While many think socializing is about dog/dog play, it is all about your puppy in social situations that we put them in.

At Puppy School....

17/08/2025

What do I love about this video? It showcases a boy and his love for his dog. It shows mutual trust for each other. The westie is not restrained she is leaning into him. Gosh, get me a tissue!
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30/07/2025

The NW1 trial being held in Pomfret, CT on September 1st, is still open. You can enter now and get in. FEO entries (for those of you that already have your NW1) will be drawn starting August 8th. Here is the website for more info:

NACSW HeavenScent Sniffers upcoming trial K9 nosework nose work scent detection volunteer competition

05/02/2025

Thinking about adding a dog to your family? I was a guest on PetAbility Podcast recently chatting with them about just that!

Thinking about adding a dog to your family? Bringing a dog into a home with young children can be a rewarding experience, but it also comes with important considerations. In this episode, we explore how to choose the right breed or temperament, pr...

22/11/2024

Final Details for the Grace Chapel Elite, NW2 and L1C Trials have been sent. If you do not see this email, check your spam/junk folder. See you all next week!

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24/10/2024

And how long is short term?

18/10/2024

All notifications for the November Foxborough Grace Chapel trials have been sent out. If you do not see an email, check spam/junk. The wait lists have been posted on https://www.positivenotedogtraining.com/events.html
Teams that are wait listed - Hugs to you!!! Don't drop off the wait list - ya never know if you will get in!

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13/06/2024

Let's talk about puppies. There are so many concerns for new puppy parents but the Number 1 and Number 2 concern (did you catch that?) is house training.

A general rule of thumb is to potty your puppy at certain intervals. Upon waking, 20 minutes after eating or drinking, 15 minutes after playing hard. If you are having a hard time learning your puppy's potty habits check out this app. It isn't perfect but it may help you learn your puppy's #1 & #2 schedule.

https://potty.app/

26/04/2024

All confirmations have been sent out for the NW3 K9 Nose Work trial in Bristol, RI. Wait list notifications have also been sent. www.positivenotedogtraining.com has the most current wait list.

Positive Note Dog Training - uses force-free, science based training when working with your dog. You can train your dog without fear and intimidation.

18/01/2024

Josie and I were guests on a local cable access show. I answered questions about K9 Nose Work. Josie was a good girl and paid attention for about 30 minutes. She and I did a little demo at the end. For more information about K9 Nose Work check out www.k9nosework.com

In this episode, our 120th, we welcome Tracey Costa from Taunton, Massachusetts. Ms. Costa, a canine nose work instructor and a member of the National Associ...

22/10/2023

I love the products from West Paw Design! Looks like they have done it again and have created a fun family game that includes the dog! What a fun way to get the kids (and adults) involved in playing with the dog!

Ahem. Someone has been missing from family game night--but not anymore! Now, your pup gets to be the life of the party. Unleash the fun (and even sneak in a little training) with this simple, high-energy game where humans laugh, dogs win, and best friends matter most.