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Every Relationship Deserves a Strong Foundation.

Positive dog training building confidence, communication, and skills that last. Brought to your home throughout Story County, Iowa.

Welcome to Positive Foundations

Training is more than teaching your dog to sit or stay; it's about building a relationship rooted in trust, communication, and understanding.

At Positive Foundations, I believe training should strengthen the relationship between dogs and their people. Through positive, science-based training, I’ll help you build that relationship by teaching you and your dog practical skills and how to communicate with each other, creating a foundation that lasts long beyond our time together.

Dog training session
Dog training session
Dog training session
Dog training session

Private, in-home dog training in Story County

Training that fits your life

Adult Programs

Practical, positive training designed to build reliable skills, strengthen communication, and make everyday life with your dog easier.

7 week programs · In-home sessions

Puppy Programs

Start your puppy off with a strong foundation through positive training focused on essential skills, confidence, socialization, and everyday life.

8 to 14 week programs · In-home sessions

Private Training

One-on-one training for specific skills, training goals, or challenges that fall outside of our structured programs.

Single or package sessions · Flexible

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Your trainer

Training built on trust.

Hi, I’m Sadie! I've worked professionally with dogs for over a decade and have focused full-time on training since 2019. My approach is positive, science-based, and centered on helping dogs and their people build lasting relationships. I'm committed to continuing education so I can keep growing as a trainer and provide the best possible support to the families I work with.

  • Karen Pryor Academy Graduate
  • Animal Behavior College Certified Dog Trainer
  • GoodPup Certified Trainer
  • Pet CPR & First Aid Certified
  • Pet Professional Guild Member

Ready to build a foundation that lasts?

Book a free 15-minute phone consultation and let's talk about what your dog needs.

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Positive Foundations Dog Training

Science-based, force-free training that builds lasting confidence for dogs and their people.

Service Area

Serving Story County, Iowa
In-home sessions, I come to you.

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