Think Pawsitive - In Home Private Dog Training - Manlius, NY
Amanda is the Owner and Head Trainer of Think Pawsitive Dog Training. We offer both in-home and group classes. We serve the Syracuse and surrounding areas.
Amanda has been training dogs for over 8 years. After volunteering in dog rescue and animal advocacy for over 5 1/2 years, Amanda decided to pursue a career in dog training. She graduated from Animal Behavior College as a Certified Positive Reinforcement Dog Trainer, ABCDT, in 2014 and earned her Certified Professional Dog Trainer Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA) title through The Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT) in 2021. Amanda is a Mentor Trainer for CATCH Trainers Academy and an Evaluator for the AKC Canine Good Citizen program. Amanda is also a supporting member of IAABC (International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants).
Amanda stays current with trainings, seminars and conferences in her field. She is passionate about training dogs using humane, science-based methods centered through positive reinforcement. She believes in building a relationship and confidence in both dogs and their owners. Amanda is passionate about teaching families how to read dog body language, building positive dog-child relationships and ensuring everyone is safe and respectful around dogs.
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Pricing Packages
How do you serve precious pets?
- Private Dog Training
- Puppy Trainer
- Dog Obedience Training
- Dog Trainer
What training tools do you use?
- Back-clip Harness
- Barriers
- Clicker
- Front-clip Harness
- Leash
- Long Line
- Martingale Collar
- Muzzle
- Praise/Affection
- Toys
- Treats
Which training type do you employ to encourage paw-sitive behaviors?
- Pet Behavior Modification
- Dog Obedience Training
- Service Dog Training
- Dog Therapy Training
What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?
- Dogs
Pet Certifications
- American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen Approved Evaluator (AKC CGC)
- Animal Behavior College Certified Dog Trainer (ABCDT)
- Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA)
Cat-astrophes happen! What is your cancellation policy?
- 24 hours notice required
Which part of the country do you serve pets?
Syracuse, NY and surrounding areas
What year did you begin serving pets?
2014
How do you serve precious pets?
- Private Dog Training
- Puppy Trainer
- Dog Obedience Training
- Dog Trainer
What training tools do you use?
- Back-clip Harness
- Barriers
- Clicker
- Front-clip Harness
- Leash
- Long Line
- Martingale Collar
- Muzzle
- Praise/Affection
- Toys
- Treats
Which training type do you employ to encourage paw-sitive behaviors?
- Pet Behavior Modification
- Dog Obedience Training
- Service Dog Training
- Dog Therapy Training
What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?
- Dogs
Pet Certifications
- American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen Approved Evaluator (AKC CGC)
- Animal Behavior College Certified Dog Trainer (ABCDT)
- Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA)
Cat-astrophes happen! What is your cancellation policy?
- 24 hours notice required
Which part of the country do you serve pets?
Syracuse, NY and surrounding areas
What year did you begin serving pets?
2014