Dana has a lifelong love for animals, especially dogs. She started as a Puppy Start Right Preschool Instructor and graduated from the Victoria Stilwell Academy for Dog Training & Behavior. She is the lead dog trainer and founder of
PosiPup
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Training Philosophy
Dana’s training approach is reward-based and all about positive reinforcement. She believes in force-free, science-based training methods that make learning a fun and enjoyable experience for both the dog and the owner.
Services
PosiPup offers a variety of dog training services, including:
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Puppy Start Right Preschool:
A private program for puppies not yet ready for public spaces, offered in virtual, in-person, or hybrid formats.
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Private Training:
Tailored sessions for basic manners, behavior problems, and more, available in single sessions, 4-week packages, and 6-week packages.
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Prep For Your Pup:
A 1.5-hour session to prepare new dog owners for bringing a puppy home.
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Behavior Modification:
A case-by-case approach to help dogs with fear-based reactivity and behavior.
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Additional Services:
Train, Play, Walk, Pet Sitting
Certifications
VSA-Certified Dog Trainer
Specializations
Puppy training, basic obedience, behavior problems, fear-based reactivity, behavior modification
Training Methods
Positive reinforcement, force-free methods, marker/clicker training
