Educated Paws Dog Training Services
Service area: Serves Long Island, NY, including Rockville Centre, Baldwin, Oceanside, Massapequa, Roslyn, Glen Head, and surrounding areas.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Therapy Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Jumping on People
- Barking Excessively
- Potty Training
- Biting / Nipping
- Fearfulness
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Group Classes
- In-Home
- Video Calls
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
Types of Dogs
- Small
- Medium
- Large
- Giant
- Herding
- Sporting
- Working
- Terriers
- Doodles
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
- Senior (8+ years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Positive Reinforcement Only
Equipment:
- ✓ Clickers
- ✓ Food Rewards
- ✓ Harnesses
- ✓ Head Halters
Programs are fully customized and include Puppy Training (basic commands, housebreaking, bite inhibition), Level 1 Basic Obedience (leash walking, hand signals, distractions), and Level 2 Advanced Obedience (tricks, off-leash compliance, rally). Group classes are offered weekly in puppy kindergarten, basic obedience, and K-9 Good Citizen/Fun Agility. Virtual training is available. Programs focus on behavior modification and real-world application, with ongoing support via text or phone between sessions.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Pricing details are not listed on the website; clients are encouraged to contact Rena directly to discuss custom packages based on individual needs and program type.
Policies
No cancellation or rescheduling policies are explicitly stated on the website.
Testimonials
Rena is the ultimate dog trainer. She has unlimited understanding and brings out the best in all the dogs lucky enough to be under heir tutorage. Thanks to her varied training techniques, Daisy is now a therapy dog visiting a hospital-affiliated children’s program and being read to by many children including two classes of very low-functioning children in a public school setting. Under her guidance, Daisy has also mastered several tricks to help entertain the children. Rena, thank you for making this all possible.
-Judie, Vic & Daisy, Oceanside, NY
Annie is our wonderful, loving and comical addition to our family. She is a rescue dog with some issues which needed to be addressed: pulling so hard on her leash that it was almost impossible to walk her, barking at any little noise outside, going crazy when anyone came to the door. Hooray for Rena! After observing Annie and me, she made the following suggestions. Change from the regular harness to a gentle leader head collar – after working with Annie these past weeks, Annie is now walking by my side rarely pulling. Rena suggested rearranging the furniture – the sofa which Annie sits on was by the front window and very near the front door – as soon as Rena left we rearranged the furniture. It was AMAZING how a simple thing like that distressed Annie. She immediately calmed down and now rarely barks! Still working on the “going crazy”. We do see some progress. Rena, you will be glad to know that Annie is not the first one to go out the door any more. She sits by the door and upon command comes out after us. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! We are so glad we found you! You are THE BEST!
-Dee, Baldwin, NY
We are owners of a 12 year old female German Shepherd Dog and purchased a female GSD from a breeder at 9 weeks of age. Our new puppy settled in well with our family and the older dog, but was really nervous and would bark, growl and show her teeth when she encountered a person or dog she did not know. We had tried “positive puppy training sessions” which taught her basic commands and tricks, but did not correct the reactive behavior. It did not take long for our puppy to get accustomed to Rena and her methods. We were able to develop techniques to properly train our dog to listen to our direction and correct the unnecessary reactive behavior. By example, giving her a task such as carrying a stick in her mouth while on a walk improved her listening and attention and decreased unwanted reactive behavior. It provided her with a “job” and boosted her confidence. Using Rena’s techniques, we are able to walk our dog without incident, and have increased her ability to be in social situations. Rena is a professional trainer with many years of experience. She is extremely knowledgeable of all breeds and temperaments and is dedicated to the success of her clients and their dogs. She has a true love for what she does and is a pleasure to work with.
-Valerie D, Baldwin, NY
About the Trainer
Rena Dershowitz is the founder of Educated Paws Dog Training Services, offering personalized dog training throughout Long Island, NY. She specializes in obedience, new puppy training, and aggression behavior modification, creating custom programs tailored to each dog’s needs and the owner’s lifestyle. Rena provides in-home one-on-one lessons, weekly group classes at the John Anderson Recreation Center in Rockville Centre, and virtual online training. Her methods emphasize positive reinforcement, behavior modification, and practical application in real-life situations, helping dogs become well-behaved companions. She has trained dogs of all breeds and sizes, including challenging cases like rescue dogs, reactive breeds, and large or senior dogs, and has helped multiple dogs become certified therapy dogs. Rena’s 30+ years of experience and deep understanding of canine behavior make her a trusted expert for families seeking lasting results.
She also offers specialized support for dogs living with children, cats, the elderly, or in multi-dog households, and addresses issues like counter surfing, running away, shyness, and resource guarding. Her approach includes using tools like clickers, head halters, and treats, and she often adjusts equipment and environment to resolve behavioral problems.
Rena is certified by the United States Professional Dog Trainers Association (USPDTA) as a master trainer and is active in industry organizations. She trains her own dogs in agility, obedience, and rally, bringing hands-on expertise to every client.
Accomplishments
Rena Dershowitz is a Master Trainer certified by Richard Maller of the United States Professional Dog Trainers Association (USPDTA) and has over 30 years of experience training dogs on Long Island. She has successfully trained multiple dogs to become certified therapy dogs, including Daisy and Mowgli, and has competed with her own dogs in agility, obedience, and rally events.
How to Get Started!
Prospective clients are encouraged to contact Rena via phone or email to schedule an introductory session. An initial evaluation is conducted to assess the dog’s behavior and create a customized training plan based on the owner’s goals and lifestyle.
Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Evening
Certifications
- Credentialed
Associations
- Accredited
Languages
- English
Other Services Offered
- Pet trainer
Location
434 Walton St, West Hempstead, NY 11552Listing Tools for Trainers
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