Playtime Paws
Service area: In-home sessions are offered within 20 miles of the Montville/Parsippany (Morris County, NJ) area with some exceptions. Virtual training is available no matter where clients live.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Puppy Training
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Jumping on People
- Potty Training
- Fearfulness
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Group Classes
- In-Home
- Video Calls
Program Formats
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
- Intensive Program
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Positive Reinforcement Only
Playtime Paws offers in-home dog training packages and virtual dog training options, including one-on-one, group, and self-paced formats. Programs can be comprehensive or specialized, tailored to the client’s lifestyle and specific needs. Digital courses are also available, such as the “YOUR Perfect Puppy” comprehensive program and a “14 Days to a Stronger Recall” program.
Testimonials
“Raising a puppy is challenging. Not just for the black and white things like sit and stay, but most especially for the nuanced elements like potty training and crate training. There are things you can learn from a simple obedience class, and problems it takes the attention of a kind and dedicated professional to solve. Individual sessions with Debbie have been instrumental in helping my puppy, Bucket, to settle into and succeed at crate training. She even helped me to catch a UTI when his potty training seemed to be regressing. She has been excellent at examining my specific situation from all angles and providing support :)”
– Hailey and Bucket
About the Trainer
Playtime Paws is a dog training business led by Debbie Cilento, who has over a decade of experience and a deep understanding of dog behavior. She aims to transform the often frustrating task of dog training into something simple, joyful, and fun for dog parents.
The business offers personalized training solutions that complement various lifestyles, whether clients are just starting out or need help fine-tuning behaviors. Debbie guides dog owners with personalized support to turn confusion into confidence, fostering a strong bond between them and their dogs.
Playtime Paws provides training for new puppies, energetic teenagers, and adult dogs with challenges, including fearful and reactive dogs. They offer both comprehensive and specialized programs, ensuring ongoing support so clients feel confident and in control.
Additionally, Playtime Paws offers free resources such as a podcast (“Your New Puppy’s Podcast” with over 2 million downloads and 100+ episodes), a free video series on bringing home a new puppy, and a newsletter with exclusive content and training tips. They also recommend dog supplies.
Accomplishments
Debbie Cilento has over a decade of experience in dog training. Her podcast, “Your New Puppy’s Podcast,” has over 2 million downloads and more than 100 episodes, helping many new puppy parents.
How to Get Started!
Clients can start by exploring the “Work with me” section on the website, which leads to options for in-home or online training. The website prompts users to choose what type of dog training services they are looking for, either “In home private dog and puppy training” or “Online dog and puppy Training.” There are also free resources available, such as a video series and a podcast, to help new puppy owners get started and learn about Debbie’s training style.

Contact Information
Languages
- English
Misc Features
- wheelchair accessible parking
Other Services Offered
- Pet supply store
Location
45 Chapin Rd, Pine Brook, NJ 07058Listing Tools for Trainers
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