Good Paws Training

Good Paws offers five structured dog training programs: Leash/Heel Training, Happy/Reliable Dog (foundation), Well-Mannered Dog (basic manners), Super Dog (advanced obedience), and Dream Dog (intensive, long-term). Cat training includes Kitten Training, Beginner Training (behavior correction), and Intermediate Training (tricks). All programs include weekly homework, session logs, and exercise plans. Load and Train programs include monthly family reviews. Behavioral Analysis and Rehabilitation services are available for rescue, stray, or feral animals with complex behavioral needs.

Pricing Summary

Pricing details are not publicly listed. Clients must complete a questionnaire and contact info@goodpawstraining.com for personalized program pricing based on individual needs and selected training package.

Policies

There is no publicly stated cancellation or rescheduling policy. Clients are advised that there may be delays in response to requests, and follow-up emails are encouraged if no reply is received within 7 days.

Good Paws Training is a dog and cat training and pet care provider based in Sharonville, OH, serving the greater Cincinnati area. They specialize in creating strong bonds between pets and their owners through fun, psychology-based training methods that focus on positive reinforcement and understanding animal behavior. Their services include private in-home, group in-home, group classes, and specialized Load and Train programs, all customized to individual families and pets. They offer structured dog training programs ranging from foundational obedience to advanced “Dream Dog” intensive training, as well as cat training for kittens and adult cats, including behavior modification and rehabilitation. They are one of the few local trainers focused specifically on cat behavior and rehabilitation. Their trainer, Alecia Salus, is certified as a Certified Trick Dog and Cat Instructor (CTDI), Certified Canine Conditioning Coach (CCC), and is pursuing additional certifications in canine rehabilitation. Good Paws also partners with local veterinarians to address medical causes of behavior issues and supports feral cat colony management.

They emphasize individualized assessments, weekly homework, session logs, and family meetings for Load and Train clients. They serve a wide range of dog ages and types, from puppies to seniors, and address common issues like leash pulling, reactivity, separation anxiety, barking, and potty training. Their approach is rooted in animal psychology, human education, and building confidence in both pets and owners.

In addition to training, they offer pet sitting, dog walking, and pet care coordination through their Florida branch, and they are fully insured and bonded. They also run a Feral Cat Project to help reduce stray populations and improve community animal welfare.

Accomplishments

Alecia Salus, the lead trainer, is a Certified Trick Dog and Cat Instructor (CTDI), Certified Canine Conditioning Coach (CCC), and holds a pedestal training certification for the Blu-9 Sports Klimb platform. She is pursuing certifications in canine rehabilitation (CCRP), canine fitness training (CCFT), and FitPaws Master Trainer. She is a professional member of APDT and IACP and has a proven success rate in rehabilitating feral and rescue cats and training dogs of all breeds.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients must fill out a customized questionnaire for dog or cat training and email it to info@goodpawstraining.com to help Good Paws understand their specific needs before scheduling any services.