Paws-N-Heel Dog Training Center

Classes are structured as weekly, multi-week sessions held in the evening and on weekdays. Puppy Kindergarten is a 6-week program for puppies under 20 weeks. Basic Manners and Rescue Dog classes are 7-week programs for dogs 5 months and older. Intermediate/Canine Good Citizen is an 8-week course requiring prior Basic Manners completion and includes an AKC CGC evaluation. Agility has three levels: Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced, with sessions lasting 6 weeks. Scent Work is a 6-week course focused on nose work and mental stimulation. Rally-O classes are offered but require direct inquiry for scheduling.

Pricing Summary

Group classes range from $175 to $195 for 6–8 weeks, with CT sales tax added. Puppy Kindergarten is $186.11, Basic Manners and Rescue Dog classes are $199.94, Intermediate/Canine Good Citizen is $207.38, and Agility and Scent Work are $196.75. Payment is required in advance, and pre-registration is strongly recommended. No discounts or package deals are mentioned.

Policies

Pre-registration is required and payment must be made in advance. A waiver form and release form must be printed, signed, and brought to the first class. Class availability must be confirmed by phone before payment. No cancellation or rescheduling policy is explicitly stated.

Paws-N-Heel Dog Training Center is a family-owned dog training business located in East Hampton, CT, offering group classes and individual instruction for dogs of all ages. With over 30 years of experience, instructor Michelle Larson provides training focused on building a strong bond between dogs and their owners using positive, reward-based methods. Classes include Puppy Kindergarten, Basic Manners, Rescue Dog Training, Intermediate/Canine Good Citizen, Agility, and Scent Work. The facility offers indoor training space and hosts AKC-approved Canine Good Citizen testing. Classes are designed to teach obedience, socialization, focus, and behavior management while encouraging family participation to ensure consistency. Agility classes are held at a nearby location, and scent work helps mentally stimulate dogs. The center emphasizes preventing bad habits early and helping rescue dogs adjust to home life.

Michelle Larson is a certified trainer with a B.S. in Education from CCSU and is an endorsed member of the National Association of Dog Obedience Instructors. She has experience as an obedience judge and specializes in competitive obedience, tracking, rally, and agility. The center also partners with Brownstone Labradors and Tail Wagging Pet Sitting, suggesting a network of pet-related services in the community.

Accomplishments

Michelle Larson has over 30 years of experience training dogs and has served as an AKC obedience judge. She holds a B.S. in Education from CCSU and is an endorsed member of the National Association of Dog Obedience Instructors. She specializes in competitive obedience, tracking, rally, and agility, and has trained dogs for AKC certification.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients should call or email to confirm class availability before registering. Registration requires completing and submitting a waiver form and release form along with payment. Classes are offered on a rolling basis, with puppy classes allowing mid-term enrollment.