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Pawsitive Beginnings Dog Training

Updated 2026-07-20 · 1,089 reviewed · 117 listed · Scored from 85 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(85) 77 low data composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
Daycare & BoardingTraining ProgramsPuppy ProgramsLive Webcam AccessPickup & Drop-offDog WalkerPet Sitter
Pawsitive Beginnings Dog Training
Services
Daycare & Boarding, Training Programs, Puppy Programs
Reviews
85

What recent reviews say

Lateria and her team turn anxious or misbehaving dogs into calm, confident companions. Rescue dogs, puppies, and problem behaviors all see marked improvement. Owners consistently praise her ability to diagnose root causes and teach practical tools, with real results in under a month in many cases. Two old complaints about tone when questioned remain the only friction in an otherwise strong record.

Based on limited recent reviews, so treat this as low-confidence.

Praised for
  • trainer knows dogs and behavior well
  • teaches owners effective techniques
  • patient and attentive to individual dogs
  • visible behavioral improvement after training
Watch-outs
  • unprofessional communication when questioned
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Best for: Owners of rescue dogs or puppies needing behavior help and ongoing guidance.
Think twice if: Those sensitive to directness; two reviewers found communication style unprofessional when pressing questions.

Strengths

  • trainer tailors plans to individual dog and owner
  • teaches owners how to reinforce training at home
  • handles rescue dogs and serious behavioral issues
  • quick visible results

Worth knowing

  • Trainer Lateria offers custom behavior evaluations and home consultations
  • Training Reinforcement delivered via Zoom alongside in-person work
  • Staff send photos and videos during daycare stays
  • 8-week intensive one-on-one training programs available
  • Works with rescue dogs, anxiety, reactivity, separation issues, and fear-based behaviors

What reviews say by service

Training Programs
Owners see behavioral gains in weeks; training adapted to individual dogs and lifestyles.
Puppy Programs
Puppies gain confidence through daycare; training foundation established early.
Dog Walker
Leash training walks reduce reactivity and stress; dogs walk calmly with other dogs nearby.
Daycare & Boarding
Dogs stay happily for multi-day stays; owners receive regular photo and video updates.
Pet Sitter
Drop-in backyard visits offered alongside walks; dogs described as eager to return.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.8 against a 4.79 average across the 72 training programs businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 61% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Rank
Star rating 86
Review volume 84
Review recency 60
Review sentiment 62
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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81
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3

Contact

Address
600 Park Offices Dr Ste 300-138, Durham, NC 27709

Last verified 2026-07-20

Opening hours

Monday
08:00-18:00
Tuesday
08:00-18:00
Wednesday
08:00-18:00
Thursday
08:00-18:00
Friday
08:00-18:00
Saturday
08:00-18:00
Sunday
Closed

As listed on Google.

From their website

Services listed
Training PackagesBasic ObedienceCustom Dog TrainingLeash Training WalksDog Walking ServicesDrop-In Backyard VisitsStructured Walks with PurposePack Walks
Published prices
Walk/Week
$20 per walk
Additional dog (same household)
$12 per additional dog
Drop-In Backyard Visits
$20 per visit

Operating:since 2016

As published by the business on its own website; not independently verified.

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Common questions

How much do walks cost?
$20 per walk per week; $12 extra per additional dog in the same household.
Does Lateria work with rescue dogs or dogs with anxiety?
Yes. Reviewers report success with rescue dogs, separation anxiety, noise fears, and reactivity to other dogs.
Do you get updates while my dog is at daycare?
Yes. Lateria sends photos and videos regularly during daycare stays.

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Last updated 2026-07-20