About Pawsitive Impact
Pawsitive Impact was established in 2022. Our goal is to provide humans with the knowledge and skills necessary to understand and communicate with their canines.
We believe that every dog deserves the opportunity to thrive and live their best life, which is why we focus on building strong relationships between dogs and their people. Our training methods are rooted in the latest scientific research and are designed to help our clients better understand their canine companions in order to reach their training goals.
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Our experienced trainers use a variety of teaching techniques that emphasize positive reinforcement. We do not use aversive tools as these can damage your relationship with your dog and suppress your dog's ability to make choices. We want your dog to make choices and we will teach you how to teach them to make pawsitive ones. We work with dogs of all ages and breeds, and we specialize in helping dogs overcome a variety of behavior issues derived from anxiety, aggression, and fear.
Our trainers also work closely with human clients to develop effective communication and training techniques that help build a stronger bond between you and your dog. We believe that a strong bond is the foundation to having a healthy and happy relationship with your dog, and our training techniques are designed to foster that bond.
Pawsitive Impact is committed to providing exceptional service, and we strive to create a welcoming and supportive environment for dogs and their humans. Whether you have a new puppy or a dog with behavior issues, Pawsitive Impact is here to help you and your canine partner live a happier life together.
We strive to help humans and dogs live happier lives together. Building trust and developing an understanding about what you are asking of your dog and what your dog is asking from you is our first step. We will make learning for you and your dog fun and enjoyable. Are you ready to be your dog's best friend?
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Pawsitive Impact works with local rescues Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue and Bullies and Beyond Rescue. If your looking for a companion check them out at the links below.
muddy paws second chance rescue
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The Crew
Zach McLaughlin
I am the owner and founder of Pawsitive Impact. I am a positive reinforcement dog trainer/canine life coach with over 15 years experience fostering and rehabilitating dogs and puppies for local rescues. I've worked in the pet industry for about 6 years previously as a dog walker, sitter, day care attendant and trainer.
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Dogs have been a big part of my life for most of my life. In 2002, when I was around 12 years old my mom started a rescue organization which exposed me to many different breeds of dogs, all with different temperaments and personalities. When my mom shut down her rescue around 2010 I started volunteering and fostering for local rescue organizations. Now over 10 years later I have helped countless puppies and dogs, from teaching potty/kennel training, teaching basic manners, to helping them build confidence, trust, and work though their fearfulness and anxiousness.
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Aside from my life experience, my academic experience includes
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Karen Pryor Academy Dog Trainer Foundations course
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Professional Dog Trainer Certification through Animal Behavior College
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Michael Shikashio's CDBC Aggression in Dogs Master Course
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L.E.G.S.® Applied Ethology Family Dog Mediation® Professional Course
I have extensive experience with many different breeds and temperaments of dogs. I have experience in basic obedience, life skills and manners, kennel and potty training, confidence building, socialization, social skills, reactivity due to fearfulness, anxiety, and impulse control. I teach with compassion, understanding and respect. I assess every dog and evaluate their needs, personality, triggers, and their strengths and their weaknesses before putting together a training plan. I believe it's important to build a positive relationship in order to get positive results.
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Click on the link below to check out my Rover Profile
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