A little about me
My name is Courtney and I am the owner of The Pawsitive Paw.
I am from the beautiful trees and mountains of Southern Oregon. People and animals have always felt natural to me. Throughout my life I’ve worked within the animal industry; veterinary clinics, the Humane Society, animal shelter, doggie day care, boarding, and training.
Relationship based training transformed both my personal journey, and the journey I share with dogs. This way of training taught me how to cultivate and maintain successful relationships with my dogs, myself, and other people. It has become my passion to help owners of all backgrounds come to a better understanding of how implementing the right training system, tools, and skills that we can overcome these issues and strengthen the bonds we share. I am here to guide, support, motivate, encourage the growth, and trouble shoot issues arise for you and your dog along the way. It is my goal to help you create a lifestyle that is balanced and fulfilling for all in your pack.
It is my mission to take all the aspects that impact dogs in a happy, healthy, and productive way to be integrated into my training. I find that exposure to real life situations within a system of trust, respect, and structure is so beneficial for dogs and their behavior. It enables them to learn and create neutral associations to the world they live in✨ It is also my belief, that dogs were created with purpose. In fulfilling their purpose we create a true space of fulfillment for their unique drives and connection with the world around them.
I am very grateful for this line of work, the people I get to work with, and the amazing dogs that touch my life. Our journey doesn't have to end with training - I make myself available for further education, workshops, enrichment classes, trouble shooting issues, validating your achievements with your dog and so forth. This is my passion and I am here to support your pack along the way! Thank you for taking the time to learn more about The Pawsitive Paw. Hope to hear from you soon🐾
MEET OUR PACK
Ryker James
Ryker is my first dog as an adult and has been with me for 9 years now! He is a friendly and loving Flat Coated Retriever that LOVES scent work, play, hiking, and all things involving food. Ryker has been along with me on this journey with animals - from the veterinary clinic to dog training and boarding. We've traveled most of the Western States together and experienced so much with one another! He has been the most amazing gift, mirror, and best friend I could have ever asked for. His sweet and neutral disposition comes in handy in this line of work and I will often utilize him as a demo dog & introductory dog for training dogs.
Buddy Sunshine...sometimes Riot
Buddy is a 3 year old Shorty Jack (Jack Russell Terrier.) He is an energetic and drivey guy that loves to run, work, hike, bike, and hunt lizards or ground squirrels - depending on the time of year! Buddy loves to burrow in for a snuggle, or you can find him completely "wild'n out" in the woods as JRTs are known do. He is always first in line to hit the treadmill, fitpaws, or agility equipment. Occasionally you will see Buddy as a demo dog for other training dogs & clients. He is full of life of personality!
Augustine Peabody or "Auggie"
Auggie was adopted by my loving partner several years ago from the Brookings Shelter. In the shelter, he was labeled "fearful and timid" as a young Pitbull/Shepherd mix. Their description of him couldn't be more true. He is the poster child of a sensitive temperament. While we may never know his prior history and many would quickly label him as an "abused dog", he is a great dog to learn about body language with! Auggie was likely over socialized as a young insecure dog and became more unsure and reactive as time went on - like so many of these sensitive breeds! Since combining our packs, we've been teaching Auggie (and humans) how to go slow, build confidence, trust, space, and a clear consistent communication system. He is progressing each day into a more confident dog.