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.

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










