PAWS'itive Pals Dog Training
11099 Rough and Ready Hwy, Grass Valley, CA 95945
Overview
PAWS'itive Pals is a dog training and boarding facility in Grass Valley, CA offering positive reinforcement training, daycare, and boarding services. The facility features 6-foot perimeter fencing, solar-powered climate control, a 5,000 sq ft lawn and 7,000 sq ft beach area, and can accommodate up to 16 dogs. They accept puppies with vaccinations and dogs with behavioral concerns (starting with Basic Obedience).
Amenities & Policies
Max capacity: 16 dogs
Required vaccinations: DHPP, Bordetella
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Hours & Billing
Care & Play
Safety & Emergency
What Reviews Say
107 reviews analyzedPaws'itive Pals is highly regarded as a premier facility for dog training and socialization, with numerous owners crediting the lead trainer, Lauren, for rehabilitating aggressive or 'death row' rescues. Customers frequently praise the 'Pal Pack' environment for providing high-energy exercise that leaves dogs exhausted and happy. However, the owner's response style is notably confrontational toward negative reviewers, often involving public disputes over legal issues, health histories, or personal character.
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Worth noting
Allegation of unauthorized tool use and dog death
“Don’t bring your dog here if you’re not cool with them putting shock collars without asking and having your dog wind up dead.”
Security breach/Theft incident
“At 1010pm at night broke into the facility and retrieved his dog.”
Refund/Billing disputes(2 mentions)
“met with 'YOU' didn’t show up due to Covid... and not even a partial refund being offered.”
Yard conditions (Mud/Gravel)(2 mentions)
“It was so incredibly muddy because... they like to play with their water bowls. There was no green grass in the play area.”
Top Rated
4.7 stars from 117+ reviews
This facility has earned a Top Rated badge for maintaining a 4.7-star rating across 117 reviews.
At a Glance
Max capacity
16 dogs
Pricing
Boarding
$70/night
Daycare
$25–$40/day
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