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Mission

At The Pawsitive Focus, our mission is to provide effective pet dog training and behaviour modification services that enrich the lives of both dogs and their humans. We firmly believe that effective training never requires fear, pain, or intimidation. By using force-free techniques grounded in behavioural science paired with emphasizing clear communication, we empower pet guardians to better understand your dogs and in turn allow them to thrive with confidence in our human world.

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Meet Marc

Marc Wong (CTC, CPDT-KA, AVS-ACDT) is a Singapore-born, certified dog trainer who specialises in science-based, force-free training methods (i.e. no fear and no pain). His expertise includes Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) based Operant Conditioning techniques (lure–reward, capturing, shaping, and obedience work) as well as Classical Conditioning techniques, including desensitisation and counter-conditioning for reactive, fearful or aggressive dogs.

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After attaining a Bachelors, a Masters degree in Engineering and subsequently  a successful 17-year career in Oil and Gas in the United States, Marc returned to his lifelong love for animals by launching a home-based dog boarding, day-care, and training business in the San Francisco Bay Area. In just three years, his business served over 300 dogs and built a loyal base of 200+ clients - earning consistent 5-star reviews, including from several prominent Silicon Valley elites.

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Marc gained national attention in the USA when PEOPLE magazine featured his story about building a custom wheelchair for a disabled Maltipoo in his care. (Read More)

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Driven to deepen his understanding of dog behaviour, Marc trained under world-renowned trainer Jean Donaldson at the renowned  Academy for Dog Trainers, graduating with honours and earning his Certificate in Training and Counselling (CTC). Influenced by thought leaders like Jean Donaldson, Karen Pryor, Susan Friedman and Ian Dunbar, Marc’s work is firmly rooted in modern behavioural science.

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Marc has worked with dogs from all walks of life - including those with serious behavioural challenges. ​Now back in Singapore, Marc brings his international experience home, offering kind, effective, and evidence-based dog training to help local pet parents build a stronger, happier bond with their dogs.

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Marc's Paws-On Experience :

Founder / Owner

Doodoggos Board, Train & Daycare

(Hayward, California)

5-Star host on Rover.com with 300+ bookings in 3 years. Serving Silicon Valley & surrounding cities.

Training Assistant

East Bay SPCA 

(Oakland California)

Teaching assistant for group classes involving fearful, aggressive and reactive dogs.

Dog Trainer

The Hub by Pack Animals

(San Ramon, California)

Worked with clients to rehabilitate their fearful and reactive dogs. Taught various dog care courses.

Dog Care Expert

Single-Family Offices

(San Francisco Bay Area)

Provided high confidentiality contract dog care for High Net-Worth single family offices (SFOs) in Silicon Valley.

Public Dog Trainer

Peninsula Humane Soc. & SPCA

(Burlingame, California)

Worked with shelter dogs and the humans who adopt them. Taught courses in basic & advanced obedience and puppy introduction courses.

The Academy for Dog Trainers

Honours Graduate

Studied & trained under world renowned trainer & author Jean Donaldson at "The Harvard of Dog Training Programs".

Dog Breed Experience

Marc has worked with the following breeds and their Crosses:

Airedale Terrier

American Akita

Alaskan Klee Kai

American Bullmastiff

American Eskimo Dog

Australian Cattle Dog

Australian Shepherd

Australian Cattle Dog

Basenji

Basset Fauve de Bretangne

Beagle

Belgian Malinois

Bernese Mountain Dog

Bichon Frise

Black Mouth Cur

Border Collie

Boston Terrier

Brittany

Cavalier King Charles S.

Chihuahua

Chow Chow

Cocker Spaniel

Corgi

Coton De Tulear

Dachshund

Doberman Pincher

English Bulldog

Finnish Lapphund

French Bulldog

German Shepherd Dog

German Spitz

Golden Retriever

Great Dane

Great Pyrenees

Husky

Jack Russell Terrier

Jindo

Labrador Retriever

Lhasa Apso

Maltese

McNab Dog

Miniature Pincher

Newfoundland

Patterdale Terrier

Pit Bull Terrier

Pomeranian

Poodle

Portuguese Water Dog​

Pug

Rat Terrier

Rhodesian Ridgeback

Schipperke

Schnauzer

Shar Pei

Shetland Sheepdog

Shiba Inu

Shih Tzu

Samoyed

Staffordshire Terrier

Vizsla

West Highland Terrier

Yorkshire Terrier

Academy for Dog Trainers Honours Graduate
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Fear-free shelters graduate
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