Hello and welcome to Pawsitive Pawz Inc.!

My name is Ilayna and I am the founder of Pawsitive Pawz Inc.. Let me take you on a journey of how it all began.

My path to becoming a dog trainer wasn’t a straight line; it started during my years as an elementary school teacher working with behaviorally challenged children. Little did I know that my experience in psychology and behavior management would eventually lead me to a fulfilling career working with our four-legged friends.

It all started right here in Innisfil, Ontario, Canada, where my well-behaved dogs caught the attention of my neighbors. They were always intrigued by how obedient and well-mannered my furry companions were. They began asking me the magic question, “What’s your secret?” Little did I realize that this would be the first step in my incredible journey into the world of dog training.

Drawing from my background in psychology and the techniques I used with my students, I started helping my neighbors with their dogs, offering guidance and support for free. It was heartwarming to see the positive transformations in these pups and their owners. However, life had its own plans for me.

A serious injury, a broken back, forced me to leave my teaching career. Despite the physical challenges and months of rehabilitation, my passion for helping dogs and their owners never wavered. Even while I was on the road to recovery, I couldn’t resist lending a hand to those I met on the street who were struggling with their canine companions.

It was during this time that I decided to turn my passion into a part-time profession. I realized that my true calling was in dog training. I was determined to learn from the very best in the field. That’s when I embarked on a journey of education and self-improvement under the guidance of the renowned Dr. Ian Dunbar, often referred to as the “Father of Positive Reinforcement.”