Pawsome! Pets ~ Dog Walking, Dog Training & Pet Sitting
Ranked #4 in Fort Collins and #14 in Colorado
Service area: Pawsome! Pets services canine companions in Laporte, Bellvue, and Northern Fort Collins, CO. The primary service area is within 5 miles of the business location at 3801 W Cty Rd 50, Ft Collins. Service is available outside this area for a nominal additional fee.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Fearfulness
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Day Training
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
Types of Dogs
- Brachycephalic
- Large
- Medium
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Positive Reinforcement Only
Pawsome! Pets offers positive-reinforcement based behavior training and support, focusing on helping dogs understand their “job” to foster confidence and happiness. A companion company, Paws Forward Walk & Train, provides specialized programs for dogs with reactivity challenges. These programs include hands-on training for dogs and support for their guardians, aiming to build stronger partnerships and reduce stress during walks.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Pricing is based on visit duration and type of service. A 30-minute “Base Visit” for walking or visiting starts at $25. A 40-minute “Base Visit with Good Behavior Skills,” which includes confidence building and positive reinforcement, starts at $30. A “Pawsome Adventure,” a 50-90 minute walk or outing, starts at $40. Additional fees may apply for services provided outside the primary service area.
Policies
Pawsome! Pets is unable to offer overnight pet sitting services at this time.
Testimonials
“Dana had very good reviews and we needed someone competent to train and spend quality time with our Frenchy puppy Benny while we were at work. Dana has proven a wonderful resource and it seems it was love at first sight with Benny. Dana has a wide range of fun games and positive training techniques, she has brought Benny new toys, and we get texts and pictures from every visit, showing a happy puppy playing with his friend and mentor . We highly recommend her!”
– Alexei Gaidarzhy
“I have a very stubborn great pyr/golden mix. I had no control over her till we signed up for training with Dana. She is amazing and definitely a dog whisperer! I can’t thank her enough for turning my stubborn girl into an absolute angel! Thank you so much Dana ”
– Karen OShea
“Dana has done wonders with our anxious reactive dog. She knows how to handle a reactive dog and get the desired response. Dana is also great at helping the owner learn how to be a better handler. Most importantly, our dog enjoys working with her.”
– Timothy Osgood
About the Trainer
Pawsome! Pets is a dog training and pet care business owned and operated by Dana Horne, a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA). Dana is passionate about helping dogs and their guardians build confidence and understanding through positive reinforcement behavior training. She believes in helping dogs know their job, leading to confident and happy companions.
Beyond training, Pawsome! Pets also offers dog walking and pet sitting services in the Northern Colorado area, always prioritizing the well-being and positive engagement of pets. Dana incorporates her training skills into all interactions, ensuring consistent good manners and enrichment during walks and visits.
Her companion company, Paws Forward Walk & Train, specifically addresses reactivity challenges in dogs, providing hands-on training and guardian support to build lifelong partnerships and reduce stress during walks. Dana emphasizes individualized, personal, and undivided interaction with each pet, along with professional communication and follow-up details after each visit.
Accomplishments
Dana Horne is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) and a K9 Wisdom Coach. She is a certified member of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants and holds certifications in Canine and Feline First Aid/CPR.
How to Get Started!
Clients can initiate services by contacting Pawsome! Pets for an initial free phone consultation to discuss their pet’s specific needs.
Contact Information
Certifications
- CPDT-KA
- Credentialed
Associations
- IAABC
Misc Features
Other Services Offered
- Dog walker
- Pet sitter