Paws on the Plains
Service area: Topeka, KS
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Service Dog
- Therapy Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Puppy Training
- Reactivity / Aggression
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Positive Reinforcement Only
The training philosophy emphasizes positive force-free methods, prioritizing the dog’s mental well-being. The goal is to keep dogs under threshold, engaged, and happy to work, building good habits and positive associations. Programs address service dog training, reactivity, aggression, and general behavior challenges and manners.
Pricing & Policies
Policies
The business has an Aversive Tool Policy, indicating a commitment to force-free training methods.
About the Trainer
Paws on the Plains is a dog training business dedicated to helping dogs and their owners live their best lives. Their training philosophy is centered on positive, force-free methods, with the dog’s mental well-being as the top priority. The trainer feels a strong responsibility to do no harm and to foster the best possible relationship between pets and their owners.
The business offers training for service dogs, addresses reactivity and aggression, and helps with general behavior challenges and manners. They also provide educational presentations and resources for dog owners, including articles on finding reputable trainers and preparing for emergencies. The trainer emphasizes that practice makes permanent, advocating for correct practice in short durations to keep dogs engaged and happy, which is invaluable for success, especially for service dogs in training.
Accomplishments
The trainer has an article titled “Preparing for No-Pets Places” published by Psychiatric Service Dog Partners.
Contact Information
Misc Features
- wheelchair accessible parking
Other Services Offered
- Pet trainer
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