iHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 59%84+49.3Reliability 26%75+19.6Value 15%100+15.2Craft & service penalty99−0.1Experts Score= 84Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.84SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#56 of 82 dog trainersiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 32%
4.9★★★★★55 Google reviews · 21 photos
96%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
5%1–2★, last 20 reviewsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Google reviewers rate The Pawsitive Center for Dogs Inc 4.9 out of 5 based on 55 reviews. Customers frequently describe the trainer as patient and knowledgeable, noting effective results with reactive or anxious dogs through science-based methods. Services include private lessons, train and play programs, and enrichment walks, with clients praising clear communication and flexible scheduling. However, one recurring criticism involves difficulty reaching the business via email or phone for extended periods. The owner has not replied to any reviews.
Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 55 reviews (96% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 55 Google reviews (52 with written comments, 10 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 0% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 2, 2026.
Service: Dog Trainer serving Syracuse, New York.
Data from Google, last updated November 3, 2026.
Score profile vs other dog trainers
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: value and momentum; weakest: reliability.
This companyDog Trainers median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.The Pawsitive Center for Dogs Inc: 84/100 on this factor. Category median: 94.A
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ReliabilityiReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.The Pawsitive Center for Dogs Inc: 75/100 on this factor. Category median: 94.B
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Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.The Pawsitive Center for Dogs Inc: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
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ValueiValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.The Pawsitive Center for Dogs Inc: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
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MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.The Pawsitive Center for Dogs Inc: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
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Replies to reviewsiReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 49.–
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Star ratings
55 Google reviews we collected
4.9of 5
5 stars5396%
4 stars00%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star24%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 52 written reviews
99%praise
Praise9999%
Complaints11%
PriceiGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Price verdicts customers left with their Google review
100%fair
Great price375%
Reasonable125%
Overpriced00%
Not sure00%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude2929%
Would recommend2626%
Speed & response1414%
Honesty & trust99%
Communication88%
Quality & results77%
Price & value77%
What customers talk about
We read 52 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“Leah helped us learn to train our pups, and they took to her patient and encouraging guidance right away.”
“We have known Leah for over 11 years now - ever since we adopted our pup Jesse James and then added our Pitbull, Izzy and I highly recommend her services!”
“Echo quickly became the model dog in the household and now, after the loss of two senior dogs, he is the "alpha".”
“Leah is trustworthy, reliable and always so safe with our dog.”
“She explained what he needed: Jerry needed to learn how to "dog".”
“She's great with him and did a great job teaching us how to train him.”
“Her prices are so reasonable for the quality of this service!”
People customers mention
Leah30 reviews
Keno5 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired The Pawsitive Center for Dogs Inc for 2 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
RRebekah3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★
We have known Leah for over 11 years now - ever since we adopted our pup Jesse James and then added our Pitbull, Izzy and I highly recommend her services! Leah helped us learn to train our pups, and they took to her patient and encouraging guidance right away. Her train and play program was very much worth the…
Great priceDog walkingDog training
SSara5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★
Leah is amazing! She helped my very nervous boy, who was afraid to leave the house, be a happy, confident dog! She also helped my drama queen husky get over his reactivity and play well with others. Leah taught me that humans can learn about pack dynamics and how to speak dog much better. Our home is much happier…
Great priceDog training
Ttobie5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 8 months ago★★★★★
Leah , is very attentive to my dogs . She has trained both my dogs it's so nice to walk with both of them at the same time .. I recommend her to everyone . Great customer service!! And always answers all of my questions
JJessica5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 8 months ago★★★★★
I'm not even certain where to begin when it comes to trying to convey just how satisfied and happy we are with our experience working with Leah! She is so beyond compassionate, kind, and extremely knowledgeable. With so many options for "trainers" in our area, I'm so glad that we chose someone who truly does…
MMelinda1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 9 months ago★★★★★
Wallace absolutely adores Leah! His walks are better, he listens more, and his confidence has grown so much. It’s only been a couple months and he has already come such a long way! We’re so grateful!! Leah is the best!!! 🐾💜
SShana1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 9 months ago★★★★★
Leah is the best! I went to her a with my reactive dogs after a recommendation from my neighbor. She was quick to do a consult, make recommendations and begin training based off my dogs specific needs. She is so patient with me and my dogs, working with them in different settings. She starts with a basic…
We have known Leah for over 11 years now - ever since we adopted our pup Jesse James and then added our Pitbull, Izzy and I highly recommend her services! Leah helped us learn to train our pups, and they took to her patient and encouraging guidance right away. Her train and play program was very much worth the price and we felt was the best option for our pups as they had fun while training and learned a lot too. We then transitioned into Leah's dog walking services . Leah has been walking our pups for a little over 9 years! Jesse and Izzy can't WAIT for Leah to get here because she is so good to them and they love their walks with her. Well, Izzy loves the treats, but that's good too! I love the time I have to work while they are being cared for and getting their sniffs in too. Highly recommend for great prices, solid training and a kind and encouraging trainer!
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Dog walking, Dog training
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Sara Tuori5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Sara has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Leah is amazing! She helped my very nervous boy, who was afraid to leave the house, be a happy, confident dog! She also helped my drama queen husky get over his reactivity and play well with others. Leah taught me that humans can learn about pack dynamics and how to speak dog much better. Our home is much happier and more peaceful thanks to her guidance and support. I would recommend her to anyone who wants to help their dogs live happy, active lives.
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Dog training
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Amy Shore7 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Amy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
MIRACLE WORKER!
We have known Leah for four years. First, she helped us train a puppy (mix of pit bull, basset hound, and a bunch of other things). Echo quickly became the model dog in the household and now, after the loss of two senior dogs, he is the "alpha". What a kind and generous alpha he is! We take Echo everywhere with us because he is so well behaved. Babies can pull his ears and he still sits there calmly! He is able to go off leash in Jamesville and run like the hunter dog he is while coming when called.
Two weeks ago, we had a new dog join the household. Jerry is a 4-5 year old Shelti mix who spent 3 years in a dog hoarding situation and then a year with an owner who had to keep him kenneled most of the day. He came to us, anxiety-ridden and hyper attentive (apparently a trait of Shelties). For the first three nights, he barked and howled all night. Leah came over right away to help us understand his needs and how to help him with positive support. She explained what he needed: Jerry needed to learn how to "dog". We followed all of her advice and two weeks later: He sleeps with the whole "crew" (other dogs and cats), plays in the backyard with Echo, goes off leash (!!!) in Jamesville with Echo, and has built up several responses (sit, stay, lay down).
Along with training, Leah is the biggest treat we can give our dogs when she takes them on sniffaris. We do doggy daycare at Shear Magic Dog Spa and she will pick them up there and take them on sniffaris. (She also connected us with Shear Magic, which has been an extraordinary blessing for us and the pups!)
Leah has taught us that positivity with dogs is not just about treats. It's about a way of interacting and being with our dogs that results in them being kind, gentle and loving companions who enjoy "dogging"! ;)
Cannot recommend her highly enough!
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tobie conley5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews tobie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Leah , is very attentive to my dogs . She has trained both my dogs it's so nice to walk with both of them at the same time .. I recommend her to everyone . Great customer service!! And always answers all of my questions
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Jessica Schwenn5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Jessica has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I'm not even certain where to begin when it comes to trying to convey just how satisfied and happy we are with our experience working with Leah! She is so beyond compassionate, kind, and extremely knowledgeable. With so many options for "trainers" in our area, I'm so glad that we chose someone who truly does practice and implement science-based, force-free training That is designed to help both our family and dog be the best that they can possibly be! We can already tell a noticeable difference in our girl Stormy and are so excited to continue with lessons. The fun and knowledge Leah brings to the table is well worth the investment we've made.
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Melinda1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Melinda has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Wallace absolutely adores Leah! His walks are better, he listens more, and his confidence has grown so much. It’s only been a couple months and he has already come such a long way! We’re so grateful!! Leah is the best!!! 🐾💜
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Shana Collins1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Shana has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Leah is the best! I went to her a with my reactive dogs after a recommendation from my neighbor. She was quick to do a consult, make recommendations and begin training based off my dogs specific needs. She is so patient with me and my dogs, working with them in different settings. She starts with a basic foundation and applies to various settings always keeping the dog’s best interests in mind. Her prices are very reasonable. I highly recommend her!
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Sarah Vicik1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Sarah has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Can’t say enough good things about Leah. The way she can work with my very reactive pup and give her a good day out is phenomenal. She has helped come my Eevee down and helped us have a better life with our dog. Can’t recommend Leah enough.
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Melissa Pickard1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Melissa has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
The face of a shy & nervous dog who absolutely adores his Sniffaris with Leah. We have known Leah for well over 10 years. She used to take our older dog on enrichment walks, weekly, while we were at work. Leah has been working with Vance since he came into rescue and ultimately became our dog. She has done training session with him, helped us troubleshoot with his nervous nature and lets him “dog” on walks almost weekly. Leah is patient, kind and knowledgeable and loves working with the many personalities of her 4-pawed clients.
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Dog walking, Dog training
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Jen Brinson2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Jen has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Leah is a fantastic dog trainer! We are part of the set for life program with our one year old hound/retriever mix. Leah is patient, kind, and very knowledgeable! We love our sessions with Leah and our dog has learned so much!
