Helping you build a more pawsitive relationship with your dog...
Testimonials
“I really can't say enough good things about PDawgs because of the changes that I have seen in my dog, Daisy. When she was really young she used to bolt out the front door. After taking the class I don't worry about opening the front door at all, I know she won't go anywhere! On one occasion Daisy was left on the main floor by herself for about an hour, while I was in the basement. When i went back upstairs I discovered that the front door had accidentally been left WIDE open the entire time, and she was still there!!!! That was such a proud moment! Honestly I could go on and on and on about all the great things that PDawgs has helped me accomplish with Daisy. I know she still has things that we need to work on, but i know PDawgs is with me every step of the way! I am forever indebted!”
- Marsha and Jeremias P. (Corgi)
"I've seen huge changes in Miss Trix ever since our first encounter with PDawgs. She is so much happier and more confident, she loves to meet new people and new dogs, and is so much less twitchy and nervous. I can't imagine our lives now without PDawgs - I can't imagine not having this kind of bond with Trixie!"
- Dianne R (Chihuahua Cross)
"I just wanted to let you know that what you have been teaching us over the last few weeks actually saved my dogs life this morning. I took Chopper and Lotus to daycare today and had both leashes in my hand when I got them out of the car (which I parked away from traffic and got them out on the building side) and Chopper was so excited that he bolted for the entrance door. I must not have had the best grip on Lotus' leash and she bolted in front of my car to the road. My heart dropped, but I managed to scream "STOP" just as she hit the curb...and she stopped and looked back at me. I told her to come and she came back. It wasn't a perfect come, I still had to step on her leash, but at least I got her away from the road. I happened to be dropping them off at a busy time and there was a lot of traffic so this morning could have been tragic if I had panicked and didn't know what I know now. So thank you very much. Not only for teaching it, but emphasizing the importance :)"
"Shannon and I have been very impressed with the classes that we have taken with Wiski. We believe they have made a great difference in her life and ours. Amanda has been great and we really enjoyed working with her. She had a lot of really good teaching devices to give to us. Wiski is doing soooo much better as we go along. She still has issues with other dogs but that is something we can work on by taking her to the off leash park and introducing her to other dogs and using the tools we have gained."
- Dave & Shannon - (Shepherd Cross)
"Just wanted to let you guys know that we had such a great experience. Not only did we learn a lot but we were exposed to a different places we can take Darwin!
- Kristina W - (Bichon Frise)
- Sarah L (Rottweiller & Shepherd Cross)
"Gizmo is such a good listener thanks to you! So good at offleash now, thank you!"
- Shannon S (Shih Tzu)
"I just wanted to tell you how much Jeff and I have enjoyed your classes. We are much better dog owners because of your course. I have learned so much and I am having such awesome success with not only Duke, but with our other dog, Indie, as well. As I mentioned to you when I am working with Duke on umbilical or with sit/stays she only wants to participate and please as well."
- Claire & Jeff M. (Rhodesian Ridgeback)
"Pumpkin is doing great! Her manners have really improved. She never runs out the door and always waits until we tell her to come. She walks on a leash with attention and purpose and is able to be more patient when called for. She is still vocal about letting us know when she wants cuddle or playtime, but she now has the confidence to play by herself when we are not able to give her our undivided attention. The improvements with Pumpkin have been so significant that I believe it was time and money well spent! Our friends are getting a dog and I told them NO treat training. Do it right and have your dog respect and love you right from the start. She is still our Princess Pumpkin, but she is a better, well behaved Princess!"
- Tanya & Matt V. (Chihuahua)
"The biggest worry we had with our dog was her going down the stairs. Pebbles has already had back surgery for a ruptured disc, and the vet said she could never do stairs again. We put up a baby gate to block her, but if we left it open and unattended for even a second Pebbles would go through and run down the stairs. After training with Pawsitive Dogs, not only does Pebbles never go down the stairs, but the baby gate is GONE! She’s learned to respect us and listen to us, and she’s become the wonderful well-behaved dog we always wanted. Thanks Lori-Ann!!"
- Chris & Lisa J. (Mini Dachshund)
"Bandit is a rescue dog we fell in love with while fostering him and his brother. We couldn't let him go to another home; so we kept him! Bandit has spent many nights with Lori-Ann and thinks she is 'the best' ever! That, goes to show me he respects her for what she has taught him and how she treats him. She is amazing with Master B!
Many great things have come from training with Lori-Ann. One that surprises many is that when Bandit is offered a dog 'cookie' he doesn't know what to do with it. I don't train him with treats nor give them to him as a 'treat'.
So when we go to a dog store or market and he is so generously given a treat he politely takes it and drops it on the ground. Then looks at me as if to say 'now what?'
It is well worth your time, money, energy and mind to take Lori-Ann's classes. Learn how you and your furry one can be better connected and how you can understand each others needs and wants!"
"After Gus and Kaito attended your classes we can now take them on our boat and ensure that everyone is safe and not falling over dogs on the boat. When we need them to they will now do a sit / stay so we can come into dock safely and when we are travelling at high speeds on the water they will do a down / stay while we are moving. Thank you so much for giving us the tools to work with our puppies."
- Patty M. (Terrier Cross & Cattle Dog Cross)
"Lori-Ann is a very generous, energetic, and motivatating trainer. Since beginning the SST training class I've noticed huge improvements in my dogs behavior. The classes are fun and full of great advice. The training combined with hard work, and dedication has helped me develop a great partnership with my German Pinscher. I will definitely be attending drop in's and look forward to dog walks in Bragg Creek this summer. Thank you sooooo much Lori-Ann & Murphus :)"
- Reagan (German Pinscher)
"We adopted our dog Oreo from a rescue foundation in April. Right away we knew we had a long road ahead of us with him. He was chasing cars, running away going after people Etc....
We found Lori Ann , we liked the training because it was one of the only training places that focused being outside and a no treat training. The training was tough for us and the dogs. We learned so much about dog psychology and what were some of our dog triggers. This class was a good stepping stone for us to teach our selves how to handle our dog properly.
With only having our dog for a few months now, we have seen a huge transformation. Lori ann has taught us to be more relaxed pet owners and that has made our whole family very happy."
- Leeanne & Richard (Spaniel Cross)
"Just wanted to tell you that Jackson is doing AMAZING!!!! He is hardly jumping up on people when they come over anymore and still gets excited around my friends kids, but he doesn't mall them and hasn't knocked them over in quite some time. He is even really good around the baby when he is on the floor!
When we go on walks, he walks perfectly well on the loose leash. We've also taken him camping a few times now and had him off leash the entire time and he responded to our call on the first time every single time! He is also loving the offleash park and not jumping on others while he is there too.
All around he has improved drastically since the last time you would have seen him.
We couldn't have done it without you! Thank you so much!"
- Alicia & Kyle (Soft Coated Wheaton)
"I learned more in one class with Lori-Ann then I did in 6 weeks of treat training classes!"
- Krista S. (Border Collie/Heeler Cross)
"Before we took Capone to Lori-Ann's classes he was so shy and scared of everything that he would never leave my side. After only 6 weeks of going to Lori-Ann's classes Capone will now greet more people, ride in the car without getting sick and listen to basic commands. I am so happy we took Capone to these classes. We have such a happy, confident and obedient puppy now!"
"One day at the offleash park where we walk daily, the garbage truck came through collecting the trash. I called both my dogs who came. Benson stayed close; however, Buster the puppy started off just as the truck came past us. I yelled STOP and he did, which kept him safe from being flattened as he did not see the danger. If this had happened 7 weeks sooner, before we took the Street Safety Class, Buster would have been hit for sure."
- Heather C. (Shih Tzu)
"Lori Ann, thank you so much for changing my world with Jersey !! You've truly given me a sentence to live rather than a sentence to be a prisoner with her. I know that if I stay committed to what you've taught me I will be able to have the wickedly awesome relationship with Jersey that I originally didn't think was possible."
- Donna C. (English Mastiff)