Pawsitive Partners

FEAR FREE POSITIVE REINFORCEMENT DOG TRAINING IN COLUMBUS, OHIO

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ABOUT ME

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Hi, I’m Kyra! I am an in-home positive reinforcement dog trainer, focusing on private sessions to help you live a better life with your dog. I am a Fear Free Certified Professional and also hold the Fear Free Shelters Certification. I am working to become a certified professional dog trainer (CPDT-KA) by acquiring 300+ hours of training and will complete the CPDT exam this fall! I have experience in reactivity, anxiety, overarousal and attention-seeking behaviors, dog-to-dog interactions, dog-to-cat interactions, and more!

Some of my favorite things to train with animals include cooperative care techniques for veterinary and grooming care, reducing jumpy/mouthy behaviors, developing leash manners, helping dogs and cats coexist peacefully and happily in the home, and training fun tricks, but I’m always up to learn something new! I have two pets of my own: a 13 year old cat named Tater and a 6 year old XL bully named Baby.

I believe that life with a dog should be fun, enjoyable, and rewarding. But sometimes, our dogs experience difficult emotions and challenging behaviors that make life just a little more complicated for both you and your dog. I’m here to help your dog feel better, and in turn, get you back to that fun and rewarding life with your pup. I recognize that all dogs are individuals, which is why I focus on one-on-one private sessions with clients to ensure that each step we take works best for your dog as a unique individual. I find that one-on-one work can be so rewarding, because we get to build a strong relationship and watch your dog transform over time — the moment something clicks for your dog is such a rewarding and meaningful moment for all of us.

Are you ready to live a better life with your dog? Sign up for a free consultation below, or reach out to me by email or phone (listed at the bottom of the page).

MY QUALIFICATIONS

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Fear Free Certified Professional
- Over 35 hours of continuing education in animal behavior, training, and enrichment with an emphasis on cooperative care and the role of stress and trauma on behavior
Fear Free Shelters Certification
Over 5 years experience with dogs:
- 240 hours as a behavior intern conducting behavior assessments, canine playgroups, behavior modification plans, and more!
- Over 1 year combined experience in shelter work
- Over 5 years total combined experience handling dogs in laboratory, shelter, and veterinary settings
- Training client dogs since December 2024
I am a positive reinforcement dog trainer and I prioritize building a relationship with your dog, building their sense of trust and security, and capturing good choices your dog makes.
- I use and prioritize positive reinforcement (R+) — simply put, I use rewards to encourage good behavior.
- I follow a humane hierarchy, which means beginning with addressing underlying health issues, then considering antecedent arrangements, then using positive reinforcement, and then reinforcing alternative behaviors to discourage unwanted behaviors.
- I do not use aversive tools such as prong collars, electronic collars (e-collars), choke chains, or other tools that cause pain or discomfort to your dog.
B.S. Agriculture - Animal Sciences and Epidemiology from The Ohio State University (c/o 2024)
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Candidate c/o 2029 at The Ohio State University with an interest in behavioral medicine

READY TO GET STARTED?

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To request a free consultation with me, please submit the following form:

Training Consultation Request Form

Pawsitive Partners Consultation Request

In an effort to make training accessible, I offer free and low-cost services for individuals facing financial hardship with their pets. Please contact me to discuss accommodations and accessible training!
Private, in-home or virtual positive reinforcement with me as your trainer includes:
- 1 free virtual or in-home training consultation (around 1 hour) to determine your needs and develop a training plan
- 5-6 weekly follow-up sessions (virtual, online, or a mix of both) depending on your dog’s needs and progression, utilizing our training plan (eligible for more sessions if needed)
- A copy of your training plan, including exercises you can do yourself to continue working on training
- My contact information and ability to receive consultation via phone at no cost to you for 6 months following your service, plus ability to schedule additional sessions as needed at any time in your dog’s life
- Training skills to use for the rest of your life!

MY METHODS

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We’ll start with a free consultation where I can determine your dog’s training needs and identify any behavioral issues.
I’ll create a training plan that we will follow in subsequent sessions.
The training plan will include my focus each time I see your dog, exercises that we will practice with your dog and how you can implement them yourself outside of our sessions, and arrangements to make in your home to ensure your dog’s success.
We will rule out underlying wellness concerns and changing things in the home that may be encouraging your dog’s negative behavior first. Then, we’ll use positive reinforcement to train desired behaviors. We can also implement substitute behaviors to reward your dog for choosing to do instead of an undesired behavior. We will always give the dog a choice and reward them for the choice we want them to make. I will not use aversive tools or punishment.
As we move through sessions, you may be asked to practice these skills on your own between visits.
I am always happy to extend our training plan if we haven’t achieved the progress you are hoping to see!

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CONTACT ME

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Email: [email protected]

Phone: (513) 340-8005

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Kyra D. | Columbus, OH | Rover.com