Positive Path Dog Training

Theresa Kolpakova runs Positive Path Dog Training, a dog training business in San Diego, California. Theresa holds Animal Behavior College dog trainer certification. They belong to the Pet Professional Guild, whose members agree not to use shock, prong or choke collars. Services include private lessons, behavior consulting, reactivity and aggression, fear and anxiety and separation anxiety.

At a glance

• Trainer: Theresa Kolpakova
• Credentials: ABC-CDT · PPG member
• Approach: Positive reinforcement (reward-based)
• Services: Private lessons, behavior consulting, reactivity and aggression, fear and anxiety, separation anxiety
• Location: San Diego, California

Why it matters for Frenchies

As a companion breed, many Frenchies struggle when they’re left alone. Crating and corrections don’t solve separation anxiety; a gradual, reward-based plan does, and it’s often coached remotely. Our force-free French Bulldog training guide covers the basics.

Sources: the Pet Professional Guild member directory, checked October 2026. Credentials from the Pet Professional Guild directory are as the trainer lists them. Services and prices can change, so it’s worth confirming with the trainer directly.