About Polite Pooches Positive Dog Training

Polite Pooches is a positive reinforcement, fear-free dog training company that has been in business since 2008. They offer group classes and private, in-home/yard training sessions for all breeds of dogs, using no force, pain or fear. Customers praise the easily explained commands, great feedback, and wonderful handling of the dogs by the instructors. The positive reinforcement approach has helped timid rescue dogs build confidence and learn basic commands. Clients recommend the classes and the business as a whole, with many planning to continue their training journey with Polite Pooches. Recent reviews highlight the professionalism, patience, and kindness of the staff, especially Kathy and her team, including Sharon. Many customers appreciate the engaging instruction, immediate feedback, and personalized notes after sessions. The classes, such as puppy class at 10 weeks and Basic Behavior at 6 months, cover skills, handling, and socialization, helping dogs like Noah improve focus, response, and social skills. The trainers provide visual tools, videos, and follow-up support to help owners build on what they learn in class. Overall, Polite Pooches is highly recommended for positive, confident, and effective dog training experiences. Recent reviews also mention the detailed training plans shared by Kathy, which have led to noticeable improvements in dogs’ behavior within just a week. Many clients have seen their puppies happier, following commands, and avoiding potty accidents. Private sessions are praised for their thoroughness and quick results, with owners noticing positive changes shortly after. Customers have expressed their satisfaction after completing classes like “Basic Manners,” seeing their dogs respond well to commands and handling techniques taught by Kathy and her staff. The dedication and helpfulness of the trainers make Polite Pooches a trusted choice for dog owners.

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  • Oct 2025

    I’d highly recommend Polite Pooches for your dog training needs! Kathy really took the time to understand our concerns and shared a very detailed training, and feeding, plan to help us. We’ve been implementing for a little over a week and things are going great. Our puppy is happier, following commands, and we’ve had zero potty accidents in our home. Talk about success! We’re so happy with the progress and looking forward to future sessions.

  • Oct 2025

    Did a 9 am private session with Kathy and it is 6 pm and Nova is already doing so well! I am writing this as she is in the middle of her first self soothed nap 🥰 The session was great, she was so thorough and helpful. My fiance was unable to make the session but has already noticed a difference. She was recommended by my vet and I am so happy we went with her!

  • Sep 2025

    We just finished “Basic Manners”. Our Westie, Emmy, received some excellent positive reinforcement training. Kathy Forthman and her staff were amazing in how Emmy responded to their commands. We definitely plan on attending the next class in the series for further training. Highly recommend!

    Edit one year later: Just finished several private sessions with our new rescue dog Jenny. Kathy was wonderful. She had a solution to every question I asked on how to handle various training situations, and went above and beyond to be helpful. Definitely go with Polite Pooches!

Hours

Monday: 8:30AM - 5PM
Tuesday: 8:30AM - 5PM
Wednesday: 8:30AM - 5PM
Thursday: 8:30AM - 5PM
Friday: 8:30AM - 5PM
Saturday: 8:30AM - 5PM
Sunday: Closed

Location

2211 Commerce Rd # 1B, Forest Hill

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