Our Mission:  Pawsitive Works helps struggling youth identify and modify damaging behavior patterns through the care and training of behaviorally challenged dogs.  We believe that the human-animal connection facilitates trust, empathy and empowerment.  We further believe that the youth’s responsibility for modifying canine problem behaviors with the assistance of adults trained in canine positive reinforcement methods will build self esteem and respect for the needs of others as well as an awareness of how they can contribute in positive ways to their own communities.