Proper Paws Dog Training

Proper Paws Dog Training offers a structured program with various levels and specialized classes. Level 1 is Puppy Kindergarten, followed by Level 2 – Graduate Puppy, Level 3 – Master Puppy, and Level 4 – Canine Good Citizen. They also offer Play & Train socialization classes, Electives, and Workshops such as Tricks Class, Nose work Class, Rally Class, Attention Skill Class, Recall Workshop, and Loose Leash Walking Workshop.

Level 2 – Graduate Puppy focuses on skills like Leave it, Front, Finish, Stay, Go to Mat, Loose Leash walking, and Recalls, designed for puppies and adult dogs who have mastered basic skills in non-distracting environments. These classes are rolling admission, allowing clients to join anytime, and have a maximum class size of 6 teams.

Included with classes are 6 one-hour weekly in-person sessions, an online written training manual (for Levels 1 & 2), online video tutorials (for Levels 1, 2 & 3), online weekly homework and assessments, online handouts on typical puppy behaviors, and videos of any missed classes.

Pricing Summary

Group classes are generally 6 weeks for $250. Puppy Training Package I costs $330 and includes up to 4 Play and Train classes and Level 1 – Puppy Kindergarten. Puppy Training Package II costs $550 and includes up to 4 Play and Train classes, Level 1 – Puppy Kindergarten, and Level 2 – Obedience, with Level 2 needing to be scheduled within 30 days of finishing Level 1. Pricing for private sessions varies based on services required.

Policies

Makeups are not available for group classes due to the nature of enrollment, but previously recorded classes are offered for missed sessions. Cancellations and refunds are accepted up to one week prior to the start of class; no refunds or credits will be issued after that date. All dogs and puppies attending classes must show proof of Kennel Cough vaccine and up-to-date vaccination records before their first class.

Proper Paws Dog Training offers positive, evidence-based, and proven training methods for the life of your dog. They are celebrating 20 years of serving their community.

The business provides a variety of group classes and workshops, including Puppy Kindergarten, Graduate Puppy, Master Puppy, and Canine Good Citizen levels, as well as specialized classes like Tricks, Nose work, Rally, Attention Skill, Recall, and Loose Leash Walking workshops. They also offer Play & Train socialization classes, which are modeled after recommendations from the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behaviorists.

Proper Paws Dog Training emphasizes maintaining a puppy’s safety and positive mental state while encouraging exposure to new stimuli and supervised play. For group classes, they provide online written training manuals, video tutorials, weekly homework and assessments, and handouts on common puppy behaviors. They also offer videos of missed classes to ensure clients don’t fall behind.

Private sessions are available, with pricing varying based on services required. For private training, they connect clients to qualified professionals in their area.

Accomplishments

Proper Paws Dog Training is celebrating 20 years of serving its community. They are proud members of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers, the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants, the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers, and the Pet Professional Guild.

How to Get Started!

Clients can join group classes anytime, as they offer rolling admission. A group class schedule and registration link is provided for sign-up. For private training, clients are encouraged to contact the business directly for questions or assistance.