Big N’ Small Paws 317

Training programs include 4-, 6-, 8-, and 12-session in-home packages with 60-minute sessions customized to the dog’s temperament and owner’s goals. Programs cover foundational obedience, leash manners, recall, impulse control, and reactivity management. Board & train programs provide intensive, facility-based training with structured routines. Daycare and boarding include trainer supervision, enrichment, and behavior reinforcement. All programs integrate family involvement and real-world exposure, with indoor alternatives during winter months.

Pricing Summary

Private in-home training packages range from $1,100 (4 sessions) to $1,700 (8 sessions) and $1,400 (6 sessions). Boarding, daycare, and grooming are offered as standalone services. A free in-office consultation is available to begin the process.

Policies

During November 1 – March 31, in-home training excludes outdoor public sessions; all public exposure is conducted indoors at approved partner locations like Lowe’s, Home Depot, PetSmart, and Cabela’s. Aggression cases require a behavioral evaluation and additional fees. No other cancellation or rescheduling policies are explicitly stated.

Big N’ Small Paws 317 is a family-owned dog training business founded in 1998 by Jerry and now led by his son, Jaden, who holds professional certifications earned in 2020. They offer in-home private training, board & train programs, structured daycare, luxury boarding, and gentle grooming—all under one roof in Indianapolis. Their approach combines two generations of hands-on experience with a structure-first, confidence-building methodology tailored to real-world environments. They specialize in leash manners, puppy development, reactivity, and aggression modification, and serve families across central Indiana with consistent, trainer-supervised care. Their in-home training avoids facility distractions and integrates the family into the process for lasting results.

They also provide seasonal indoor alternatives for public exposure during colder months, using partner locations like Lowe’s and PetSmart. Their facility is clean, controlled, and designed for calm, safe interactions, making it ideal for anxious, high-energy, or first-time boarders. All services are delivered by on-site trainers, not temporary staff, ensuring continuity and expertise.

The business emphasizes family legacy, transparency, and personalized programs with no cookie-cutter plans, and offers a Happy Vet Visits Program to reduce canine anxiety during medical visits.

Accomplishments

Founder began training dogs in 1998; Jaden, the current lead trainer, completed professional dog-training certifications in 2020. The business has operated professionally since 2019 and offers a Canine Good Citizen (CGC) add-on program. They also developed a Happy Vet Visits Program and a 2025-2026 Dog Training Methods Guide based on 27 years of experience.

How to Get Started!

Begin with a free in-office consultation or book a session via the “Book Now” button on the website. Clients can also call 317-603-2292 to schedule an initial evaluation or discuss training needs.