Paws Down Best Dog Training
Service area: Serves El Paso, Texas, and offers services throughout the United States and internationally.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Service Dog
- Therapy Dog
- Competition / Agility
- Working Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Recall
- Separation Anxiety
- Fearfulness
- Resource Guarding
- Biting / Nipping
Training Formats Offered
- Private Facility
- Board and Train
- Day Training
Program Formats
- Intensive Program
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
Types of Dogs
- Working
- Herding
- Sporting
- Doodles
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Other
Equipment:
- ✓ Flat Collars
- ✓ Martingale Collars
- ✓ Obstacle Courses
Training programs include Individual Professional Development (for dogs with prior training), Semi-Intense Board & Train (12 days, Monday–Friday, includes 4 handler classes), and Intense Board & Train (30 days, Monday–Friday plus one weekend, includes service dog certification and lifetime support). All programs emphasize public obedience, versatility in agility and protection, and handler education. Customized packages are available upon inquiry.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Pricing varies on a case-by-case basis for specialty services. Standard packages include: Individual Professional Development (8 classes, 2x/week), Semi-Intense Board & Train (12 days with 4 handler classes), and Intense Board & Train (30 days with service dog certification, vest, collar, leash, and lifetime support). A 100% product guarantee is offered for the Intense Board & Train program.
Policies
Intense Board & Train program includes a 100% product guarantee. Lifetime support is offered to all clients. No explicit cancellation or rescheduling policy is stated on the website.
Testimonials
“I can’t say enough great things about Paws Down Best Dog Training! He did an incredible job training my daughter’s dog, Storm, in his service dog training. From the very beginning, he was extremely patient, knowledgeable, and dedicated, making sure Storm learned each skill with confidence. Storm has grown into such a well-behaved and reliable service dog he even goes into his crate by himself at bedtime now! The trainer always took the time to explain the process, answer every question, and make sure we fully understood how to continue reinforcing the training at home. You can tell he truly cares about the dogs he works with and treats them like his own. Storm’s progress has been life-changing for us, and we’re so grateful for everything he’s done. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for effective, compassionate, and professional dog training!”
– Anonymous
“We had the pleasure of meeting Hector and his team and enrolling our 1.5 year old dog in a 5 week training program. They were able to get our highly energetic and rambunctious golden doodle to respect our cats, behave around other dogs/people, and go on enjoyable walks. Hector has such a great bond with dogs. Incredible results and highly recommend!”
– Anonymous
“We have four lovable, but at the time, untrained dogs. Due to financial constraints, training was not feasible…until we met Hector Hammer. …Within 2 weeks, we were able to notice a remarkable difference. They were interactive with other dogs, walking on command, and overall great listening dogs. …Hector maintained consistent communication. We had daily pictures, sweet video messages, and all noticeable love and respect for my fur babies. …Hector Hammer is the best investment I could have made.”
– Anonymous
About the Trainer
Paws Down Best Dog Training is a veteran-owned dog training business based in El Paso, Texas, specializing in rehabilitation, service dogs, search & rescue, protection training, obedience, and agility. They use a trademarked “5-Love Languages” program that relies solely on love for motivation, avoiding toys, treats, and clickers. The business offers individual professional development, semi-intense board & train (12 days), and intense board & train (30 days) programs with lifetime support and a 100% product guarantee. They also provide boarding, grooming, rehoming assistance, adoption consulting, pet photography, drone search for lost dogs, and pet grief advising. Their team includes retired military K9s and certified service dogs trained by founder Hector L. Hammer, a retired Army veteran and head canine therapist. They train dogs of all breeds and ages, from puppies to adults, and serve clients locally, nationally, and internationally.
Their training focuses on building a strong canine-human bond through behavior education, with an emphasis on preventing euthanasia due to misbehavior. They offer public training sessions and have trained dogs for schools, hospitals, retirement homes, and military installations. Their facility is described as clean, organized, and equipped with calming environments for boarding, including soothing music and natural scents.
They provide transportation services for dogs across long distances, including compliance with Hawaii’s strict quarantine protocols, and maintain daily communication with clients via photos and videos during training and boarding.
The business is led by Hector L. Hammer and Jessica Gomez, who holds a BSc in Zoology and an MSc in Environmental Science & Management.
Accomplishments
Founder Hector L. Hammer is a retired U.S. Army veteran and head canine therapist. His K9, Bruno, won 2nd place in the 2016 Fort Bliss Military Canine Obedience Competition and was featured on KTSM News for community outreach. Lila Joy-Rose, another K9, is a certified service dog trained in search & rescue and emotional support. Mikilos Hammer is a rehabilitation success story, rescued from abuse and now trained in protection and herding. Co-owner Jessica Gomez holds a BSc in Zoology and MSc in Environmental Science & Management.
How to Get Started!
Prospective clients are encouraged to contact Paws Down Best Dog Training to schedule a consultation. Customized training packages are available upon inquiry via phone or email.
Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
Hours
Monday: 9am-6pm
Tuesday: 9am-6pm
Wednesday: 9am-6pm
Thursday: 9am-6pm
Friday: 9am-6pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Certifications
- Credentialed
Associations
- AKC
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Misc Features
- wheelchair accessible parking
Other Services Offered
- Pet boarding service
- Pet groomer
- Pet trainer
- Dog walker
Location
5512 Westside Dr, El Paso, TX 79932Listing Tools for Trainers
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