Happy Paws K-9 Academy
Service area: Nassau County on Long Island, New York, including Baldwin, Freeport, Hempstead (North Hempstead, South Hempstead, West Hempstead), Franklin Square, Levittown, Lynbrook, Massapequa, Merrick, Oceanside, Rockville Centre, Valley Stream, Wantagh, and 5 Towns. Also serves most of Greene County in the Catskill Region of Upstate New York, including Hunter, Windham, Maplecrest, Hensonville, Tannersville, Haines Falls, Elka Park, Jewett, Acra, Purling, and Phoenicia (in Ulster County).
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Therapy Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Jumping on People
- Biting / Nipping
- Potty Training
- Fearfulness
- Stealing Food
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- In-Home
- Private Facility
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Sessions Package
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Balanced Training
Equipment:
- ✓ E-Collars
**Puppy 101**: Designed for puppies 7 to 16 weeks old. An in-home session (approx. 2 hours) covering crate training, housebreaking, house manners, beginning obedience, and effective communication. Owners receive a booklet.
**One on One Puppy Class**: For puppies 7 to 16 weeks old and children (or adults). An in-home session (approx. 1 hour) focusing on positive reinforcement through games and tricks. Teaches commands like sit, down, leave it (mouthing), off (jumping/scratching), and loose leash walking.
**One on One Basic Obedience**: A four to six-week program for dogs at least 4 months old. Weekly one-hour sessions with a trainer to teach basic commands: come, heel, sit, down, place, off (jumping/counter surfing), and leave it. Training includes distractions and off-leash control options. Owners are required to work with their dog daily for about 20 minutes. They do not use food as a motivator but use praise and affection. A free consultation is offered to evaluate the dog and discuss training methods.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Puppy 101 costs $80 for a 2-hour in-home session. One on One Puppy Class costs $65 for about an hour. Pricing for One on One Basic Obedience is not listed, but a free consultation is offered to discuss options.
Testimonials
“Lorraine saved my dog. Thank you so much! We had a dog we were frightened of. He was biting us and unpredictable. The only advice we received prior was to take him back to the pound where they would probably put him down. We now have a happy,coexisting family member with no more biting. We love this little guy so much and are so glad we did not listen to the previous trainer and are so blessed that we found Lorraine. I believe when I first called her I was crying because I did not want to take him to the pound. We also found a friend in Lorraine and we no longer feel alone in training. We feel we can call her anytime with any issues that arise. Thank you so much. Please give her a call.”
– Colleen L-C , Hudson, NY
“Thank you for all your help with Rex. In just a few shorts weeks you took a dog with no obedience or respect for his owners and turned him into an obedient dog that responds to commands. We were almost ready to try to find another home for him and you came in and turned him into a new dog that is now a happy addition to the family. We were unable to have people come over to the house without worrying about how he was going to react. Now we can have people over and he is very well behaved and actually enjoys the extra attention. When the doors were opened he would try to make a break for it every time. Now when the door bell rings, he goes into a sit and stay and I am able to answer the door without him trying to rush outside. Going to a dog park was out of the question because we never knew if he would get along with the other dogs or try to fight them. Using your own dog you were able to recondition him to be calm around another animal. I would highly recommend your training with the e-collar to everyone.”
– Jessica, East Meadow, NY
“I just wanted to say THANKS SOOOO MUCH for the training for Buddy. As you know Buddy is my first dog and I knew nothing about having a dog. At first, I was so frustrated with bathroom training and obedience I wanted to pull my hair out and was second guessing my decision to get a dog.(I’ve always had cats). But then we heard about Lorraine at Happy Paws K-9 Academy. We opted to go with the e-collar training and I am here to tell you this is the BEST thing that has ever happened to us – not only for the obedience, but for bathroom training, and for the overall safety of our dog. The collar has allowed us to give Buddy the freedom of not using a leash and having him stop on a dime when we need him to. We live in the country and not having to confine our dog with a leash has been a God send. It also helps with socializing with other dogs. We used to have problems with Buddy riding in the car – but not anymore – we just drove to Florida and it was a breeze. I can’t say enough about how much I LOVE what the training has done and I think Buddy really loves the fact that he can run free. Thanks again,”
– Connie & Bill, Hunter, NY
About the Trainer
Happy Paws K-9 Academy provides dog training services in New York, serving Nassau County on Long Island and Greene County in the Catskills. They offer training for various issues, from basic obedience to serious behavioral problems, and work with dogs of all ages, including puppies and adults, and special needs animals like deaf dogs.
Unlike other trainers, they use a combination of methods tailored to each dog’s needs, believing that one method does not fit all. They combine modern technology with old-fashioned training techniques to achieve results, focusing on affection and praise and speaking softly.
They aim to help dogs become well-balanced companions that respect, trust, and bond with their owners. They offer a “we come to you” option and a “you come to us” option for training.
Accomplishments
Lorraine Siena Reid was voted Woman of the Year in 2013 by the National Association of Professional Women. Their dog, Yogi, was a therapy dog.
How to Get Started!
Clients can start by calling for a free in-home consultation or emailing. There is also a contact form available on their website.

Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
Hours
Monday: 9am-8pm
Tuesday: 9am-8pm
Wednesday: 9am-8pm
Thursday: 9am-8pm
Friday: 9am-8pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Associations
- Accredited
Languages
- English
Misc Features
- wheelchair accessible parking
Location
353 Long Beach Rd, South Hempstead, NY 11550Listing Tools for Trainers
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