Pawsitive Pups Dog Training

Pawsitive Pups Dog Training Hi, I’m Natasha, a Fear Free and PetSmart Certified Trainer at Walker Rd In Windsor! (Store 3289).

I’m here to make every training session positive, fun, and effective. Let’s work together to bring out the best in your furry friend!

October, November, and December are at PetSmart Walker and need their forever homes!~
07/22/2026

October, November, and December are at PetSmart Walker and need their forever homes!~

07/13/2026

Absolutely loved this! Sharing with permission from the creator. This is why sniffing is so important!

07/13/2026

Their leash is a seat belt. Not a steering wheel. 🐶💕

06/30/2026

Victoria Stilwell is my absolute Idol! World leader in positive canine training. 💕

Arnold and Hattie are currently at PetSmart on Walker looking for their forever homes 💕
06/27/2026

Arnold and Hattie are currently at PetSmart on Walker looking for their forever homes 💕

Meet Melody and Pluto at PetSmart on Walker until 2:30 today! They are sweet as pie and looking for homes!
05/23/2026

Meet Melody and Pluto at PetSmart on Walker until 2:30 today! They are sweet as pie and looking for homes!

Did you know? Positive reinforcement training has been around for over a century, and it’s as much about kindness as it ...
02/27/2026

Did you know? Positive reinforcement training has been around for over a century, and it’s as much about kindness as it is about learning! Back in the early 1900s, behavioral scientist Ivan Pavlov established that animals repeat behaviors that are followed by something good, and later B.F. Skinner showed that rewards can shape even tricky behaviors over time.

Animal trainers quickly started applying those ideas to everyday training and we’ve been improving ever since! Clickers came into play in the 1950s and 60s to mark the exact moment an animal does something right. By the 1970s, trainers were also using “shaping,” rewarding small steps toward a behavior so even tricky cues could be learned one step at a time. The goal isn’t just changing behavior; it’s helping dogs feel confident, respected, and understood.

When training is done this way, it becomes more than teaching tricks. It’s a way to communicate with your dog, celebrate their successes, and strengthen the bond you already share. Every “good boy” or “yes!” is a little building block in trust, and that trust lasts a lifetime.

🐾 Student Showcase: Cooper 🌿Cooper joined class as a full-grown pup with very little training under his belt, and he has...
02/25/2026

🐾 Student Showcase: Cooper 🌿

Cooper joined class as a full-grown pup with very little training under his belt, and he has exceeded every expectation. What he lacks in early experience, he more than makes up for with his gentle personality, eagerness to learn, and natural calm. Cooper approaches every lesson with focus and patience, soaking up skills quickly and showing that determination and a sweet demeanor can carry a student far. Watching Cooper progress has been inspiring! He's ready for Intermediate work and beyond, and he’s proving that growth is always possible, no matter where you start. 💛🐶

The 18-Month “Teenage” PhaseIf your dog suddenly seems rebellious, moody, or full of drama, you’re not imagining it. Mos...
02/23/2026

The 18-Month “Teenage” Phase

If your dog suddenly seems rebellious, moody, or full of drama, you’re not imagining it. Most dogs hit a sort of “teenage” phase around 12 to 18 months—and it peaks right around 18 months.

They might test boundaries more, ignore cues they’ve known forever, or suddenly act stubborn in situations that used to be easy. It’s not bad behavior. It’s just part of normal development. Their brain is still maturing, and impulse control is taking a backseat to curiosity, excitement, and independence.

The key? Consistency, patience, and continued training. Keep reinforcing good behaviors, give them chances to succeed, and remember that short, structured sessions work better than long lectures. Enrichment, exercise, and mental challenges help burn off excess energy and keep frustration in check.

This phase doesn’t last forever, and your dog will come out more confident and capable on the other side. Think of it as adolescence, not rebellion. You’ve got this.

So we had an adoption event yesterday...Expect to see a new puppy training model in the coming weeks 😅
02/22/2026

So we had an adoption event yesterday...
Expect to see a new puppy training model in the coming weeks 😅

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4115 Walker Road
Windsor, ON
N8W3T6

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 9pm
Tuesday 9am - 9pm
Wednesday 9am - 9pm
Thursday 9am - 9pm
Friday 9am - 9pm
Saturday 9am - 9pm
Sunday 10am - 6pm

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+15199620081

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