"Developing the Canine Mind, Enriching the Human Spirit.”
Positive Pets Dog Training provides professional dog training services and classes in the greater Boise, ID area. Lead by our experienced training staff, our training lineup includes programs to fit any dog's and/or dog owner's needs and wants. Whether you are looking for complete board and train services, one-on-one private lessons, or group training classes, we have you covered!
Recommended by More Treasure Valley Veterinarians than any other dog trainer.
Training & services
Training goals
Behavior consultationProgram details
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House trainingProgram details
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Obedience trainingProgram details
If you are the hands-on type that wants to be personally involved with training your pooch, our group dog training classes are for you. Group classes not only teach you training methods, but also provide the benefit of socializing with other dogs and owners.
Group classes offer the benefit of socializing with other dogs and owners, and working around distractions. The classes are kept small to make sure each dog and their owners are able to get personal attention without getting lost in a large group.
Puppy trainingProgram details
Recall trainingProgram details
SocializationProgram details
Behavior support
Fear and confidenceProgram details
Reactivity trainingProgram details
How training happens
Board and trainProgram details
Day trainingProgram details
Group classesProgram details
Online or virtual trainingProgram details
Owner coachingCustomer-reportedProgram details
Private trainingProgram details
These one-on-one lessons are ideal for active families or individuals who want to be directly involved in their dog’s training. You get 100% of the trainer’s attention, the lessons are personally tailored to your goals, and these lessons can be scheduled to work around your busy schedule.
Dog age
PuppiesProgram details
If you are the hands-on type that wants to be personally involved with training your pooch, our group dog training classes are for you. Group classes not only teach you training methods, but also provide the benefit of socializing with other dogs and owners.
Training level
Advanced obedienceProgram details
Advanced trainingProgram details
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Class options
Small classesProgram details
Support between sessions
Follow-up supportProgram details
Homework and practiceCustomer-reportedProgram details
Assistance and working dogs
Hunting dog trainingProgram details
Service dog trainingProgram details
Therapy dog trainingProgram details
Dog sports
AgilityProgram details
Dock divingProgram details
Scent workProgram details
Trick trainingProgram details
Dog size
Large dogsProgram details
Your dog’s background
Rescue dogsProgram details
Training approach
Positive reinforcementProgram details
Additional services
BoardingProgram details
Consultations
Free consultationProgram details
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Akc Fit DogProgram details
Basic CommandsProgram details
Canine Behavior And TrainingProgram details
Class RegistrationProgram details
Companion DogProgram details
Day TrainProgram details
Ideal for owners who simply don’t have the time, energy, or patience to lay the foundation their dog themselves. Your dog stays at our Positive Pets Dog Training facility during the day for one day a week for 3-6 weeks depending on how well you want the dog trained before move one to group classes.
Distraction ClassProgram details
Dog Bite PreventionProgram details
Dog HandlerProgram details
Dog HarnessProgram details
Dog HelpProgram details
Dog RunningProgram details
Dog SportProgram details
Dog TricksProgram details
Drop OffProgram details
Free Dog Training ConsultationProgram details
Lunch & LearnProgram details
Do you and your staff work with dogs? Are you a veterinarian, boarding kennel or groomer? Let us buy you and your staff lunch and teach you cutting-edge tips, tricks and strategies for dog training, canine behavior problems and dog bite prevention.
Marker TrainingProgram details
Personal DogProgram details
Pets TrainerProgram details
Private CourseProgram details
SeminarsProgram details
Have our staff of certified professional trainers talk to your group. Topics we cover include: the power of reward based training using markers, proper use of the remote training collar for motivation, teaching a trained retrieve, basic & advanced obedience, and dog tricks.
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Questions & answers
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What people have asked about this business.
Do they do puppy training?
They just train my 5 month old German shepherd and she is amazingly well behaved now... Can't give enough props for positive pets.
I recently adopted two dogs, that are one and half years old. I have been working with them both in my home and yard.
But I'm finding that they are scared of everything out side of my yard . Do you have any suggestions?
Go visit Positive Pets w/ or w/o them and ask them in person. We have had great results with them.
Community answer · Ad Verkuylen · 2019-09-21
Really need suggestions , to help over come fear.
Community answer · Lisa · 2019-09-21
They helped my adopted dog Ollie become the dog he always wanted to be❤!
What happens if I bring my dog back home and she forgets everything that she was trained?
You have to continue training with her. She wont just forget
Community answer · Lisa Hill · 2019-09-21
Dogs are like children, if you expect them to continue to do what they learned, you must reinforce it. Positive Pets does training with you to reinforce everything they have taught your dog.
Community answer · Mary K. Spears · 2019-09-21
Dogs cant lie...so if you arent doing your homework (consistently reinforcing the training)we will know. We absolutely want you and your pup to succeed, but for that to happen, you must do your part!
Community answer · Melissa McClelland · 2019-09-21
She will only forget if you dont practice. If you dont use it, you lose it! The trainers give you all the tools and resources you need to continue practicing too, which I have noticed a lot of other places dont really commit to like Positive Pets does.
And think of it this way, 30 minutes of training spread throughout the day only takes about 3% of your entire day. The difference that every day practice will make is phenomenal.
5/5We did the 4 week intensive training academy with our 5 month old Golden Retriever. While it was spendy, I think the result was worth it, absolutely. My girl is still a puppy but she’s tuned into us now. She listens to commands, she walks with a loose leash, she can sit in her…Read full reviewClose full review
We did the 4 week intensive training academy with our 5 month old Golden Retriever. While it was spendy, I think the result was worth it, absolutely. My girl is still a puppy but she’s tuned into us now. She listens to commands, she walks with a loose leash, she can sit in her “place” for long periods of time and in fact enjoys both “place” and “kennel”. The staff is so excellent, every single person. We did our private lessons with Tas. I spoke with Lucy at the Boise office several times when we left our dog with them for a week and she unfortunately had diarrhea. Lucy was so kind. I literally can’t gush enough. And we still get 18 more months of distraction classes.
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Katie Corder
5/5
Positive Pets is the best! I trained a dog there in 2018 and came back with a puppy this year to fine tune her commands. Being a mini American shepherd, Koda is really sensitive and smart. Justin took the time to get to know her and fine tune her training to fit her needs and our goals. Can't recommend enough!
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Kasey Humphrey
5/5We just completed puppy obedience at Positive Pets Dog Training. I can not say enough good things about the program and Ayla. Of course we think Rosa is smarter than we are but we’ve practiced and learned and many lessons have been put to the test in the real world and Rosa has…Read full reviewClose full review
We just completed puppy obedience at Positive Pets Dog Training. I can not say enough good things about the program and Ayla. Of course we think Rosa is smarter than we are but we’ve practiced and learned and many lessons have been put to the test in the real world and Rosa has been amazing. If and when she becomes an unruly teenager we will be right back for more. I wanted a big dog but I also needed to be able to control my big dog. We are well on our way. A million thanks Ayla. 🩷🐾🩷🐾🩷🐾🩷🐾🩷🐾🩷🐾🩷🐾🩷
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doug montini
5/5
I took the puppy obedience class and Ayla was awesome! Very knowledgeable and proves it with her own dog that is in the building and one of the most well behaved dogs I’ve ever met!
Thanks for all the tips, tricks, and general dog whisperer vibes! Keep up the great work!
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Kim Demma
5/5Our labradoodle Penni attended "day training" at Positive Pets and we couldn't be happier with her results!!! She learned all her skills quickly - but what was key, was US being trained! Penni could be the goodest girl on the planet, but if we didn't do OUR work - it would all be…Read full reviewClose full review
Our labradoodle Penni attended "day training" at Positive Pets and we couldn't be happier with her results!!! She learned all her skills quickly - but what was key, was US being trained! Penni could be the goodest girl on the planet, but if we didn't do OUR work - it would all be for nothing. Final result: we had friends come over and say the words I have been dreaming of with our crazy girl: "She is so well behaved!!!"
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