Pawsitive Purpose

22/11/2024

Got to work with this big, lovely German Shepherd yesterday. 😊

12/11/2024

https://www.lex18.com/community/positively-lex-18/pawsitive-partners-allows-inmates-to-train-adopted-dogs

A nonprofit called "Pawsitive Partners" is making its way to several Kentucky prisons. The program allows inmates to train dogs in basic commands.

09/11/2024

These are just some of the more than 50 rescue dogs that are currently available for adoption through our Pawsitive Partners K-9 Prison Programs. If you are interested please visit our website and fill out our online adoption application.

https://www.pawsitivepurposek9.com/adoptable-dogs

09/11/2024

https://fox56news.com/video/kentucky-organizations-is-teaching-inmates-and-dogs/10203401

A Kentucky organizations is working with inmates and dogs to better their lives.

30/10/2024

Absolutely, we can!

27/10/2024

If you can help support our prison programs, please do. Share with your friends and family. Help us help rescue dogs get basic training and have a better chance to find their forever homes.

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24/10/2024

Got this from Dori’s mom recently:

“Had a great summer! Dori made it possible. Long list of amazing places we went and things we did but highlights were many trips to the beach with friends, multiple fairs/festivals, and a hozier concert! He’s great and I’m so thankful for him. You’ve helped me get my life back with him. Thank you. ☺️ “

I loved training with Dori. He was with me for 10 months before he went to work as a service dog for his mom in Washington State. I love when I get updates like this. ❤️

24/10/2024

Dusk is 7 years old! He is such a special dog that has been doing fabulous as a service dog for his dad. Love this boy and his family. ❤️

13/10/2024

“If there are any dogs that need clear communication, it’s reactive dogs. They need clarity. They need consistency. They need predictability. If we can’t provide that, it will only create more anxiety.” - Emma Parsons

13/10/2024

We need to get this in the United States!!

UPDATE: Aversive tools are NOT banned in Scotland. Thank you to everyone that helped to update the list. :)

“What do Austria, Germany, Denmark, Norway, Slovenia, Sweden, Switzerland, Quebec, Wales, Italy, and Scotland have in common?’

They have all banned aversive training tools and recognize animals as sentient beings.” - Michael Shikashio

06/10/2024

Do you have a fearful or reactive dog? This book may be what you need!

Our friend, Dr. Zazie Todd, knows what it’s like to have a fearful or reactive dog, and in Bark!, she brings her kind, science-based approach to our shy, timid, and terrified canine friends.

This book is packed with tips based on Todd’s own expertise and insights from interviews with dog trainers, scientists, and veterinarians. Since caring for a fearful dog is hard, she includes ideas for the human side of the leash too. With amusing anecdotes about her own pets, Bark! is a fun, enjoyable, and eminently practical read.

Grab your copy now!

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05/10/2024

Listening takes patience and the willingness to truly see your dog for the individual that she is. Only then can you really listen. Thanks .plus.dogs for this meme.

05/10/2024

Yes!! I am part of the Shock-Free Coalition and will NEVER intentionally use anything that uses pain, force or fear with any dog no matter what! It is not necessary. Have you signed the shock free pledge? If you haven’t, go do it now! Tell everyone you know a kinder way to help animals learn. 😍❤️🐾

The Shock-Free Coalition believes that pets have an intrinsic right to be treated humanely, to have each of their individual needs met, and to live in a safe, enriched environment free from force, pain and fear.