The big giant paw
Service area: Serves Orlando, Florida and surrounding areas. Clients travel from beyond the local region due to reputation and quality of service.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Barking Excessively
- Separation Anxiety
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Private Facility
- Board and Train
Program Formats
- Intensive Program
- session
Types of Dogs
- Small
- Medium
- Large
- Giant
- Herding
- Sporting
- Working
- Hounds
- Terriers
- Doodles
- Brachycephalic
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
- Senior (8+ years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Positive Reinforcement Only
Equipment:
- ✓ Clickers
- ✓ Food Rewards
- ✓ Harnesses
- ✓ Flat Collars
The Big Giant Paw offers three intensive board and train programs: 15-day Basic Obedience, 21-day Intermediate Obedience & Behavior Modification, and 30-day Advanced Leash-Free Obedience. Each includes daily private and group training sessions, socialization, general pet care, and daily owner updates via photos/videos. All programs teach core commands (Sit, Down, Stay, Come, Heel, Place, Off) and include a final private owner session and one follow-up session after pickup. Board & Tune is a combined boarding and training option for alumni. Private sessions are available only to past clients for reinforcement and troubleshooting.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Board & Train programs range from $1,800 for 15 days (Basic Obedience) to $3,000 for 30 days (Advanced Obedience). Basic Boarding is $50/night; Board & Tune for alumni is $70/night. Private sessions for alumni are $100 per hour. Pricing reflects intensive, structured programs with daily training, updates, and follow-up support.
Policies
Follow-up sessions after program completion are available via WhatsApp, online, or one-on-one (one visit included). Private owner session on pickup day requires prior agreement. No explicit cancellation or rescheduling policies are stated.
Testimonials
“The best decision I could make for my MATHEO was to train him… After the board & training 15 days program, Matheo no longer runs away and when he barks when he hears the bell he stops as soon as I give him the order and immediately relaxes… Highly recommend TheBigGiantPaw and all his staff.”
– Carla Omana
“I am incredibly happy and satisfied with the training they gave to my puppy. Now I can take him for walks on the street with complete control. It’s amazing to see how he has progressed and how we trust each other! Thank you for providing such effective training and making our outings much more enjoyable and safe.”
– Carolina Manzano
“Gabby and her team are just amazing!!! … She was able to completely transform our reactive/anxious pup into a confident/loving dog that is also now our newborn’s best friend/protector.”
– Client
About the Trainer
The Big Giant Paw is a dog training business based in Orlando, Florida, specializing in personalized dog training and pet boarding services. They focus on building emotional balance between dogs and their families through respectful, love-based training methods led by founders Gaby and Leo. Their core offerings include intensive board and train programs (15, 21, and 30 days) that teach obedience, behavior modification, and socialization, with daily private sessions, updates via photos/videos, and post-program follow-up support. They also offer basic boarding, a board & tune program for alumni, and private sessions exclusively for past clients. Their approach emphasizes positive reinforcement, clear communication, and ongoing owner education to ensure long-term success. They provide care for dogs of all breeds, ages, and behavioral needs, with a strong reputation for compassionate, consistent care and measurable results.
In addition to training, they offer pet boarding services with enriched environments, structured activities, and individualized attention to prevent boredom and unwanted behaviors. Their team is described as passionate, experienced, and deeply committed to the well-being of each dog, with many clients returning repeatedly due to trust and satisfaction.
They prioritize transparency, sending regular updates during boarding, offering post-program coaching via WhatsApp or in-person sessions, and creating a welcoming, home-like atmosphere where dogs thrive.
Accomplishments
Highly rated by clients for transforming reactive, anxious, or poorly behaved dogs into calm, obedient companions. Multiple testimonials highlight life-changing results, including dogs becoming safe around newborns and no longer running away or barking excessively. Clients consistently return for boarding and refresher training, indicating strong trust and satisfaction.
How to Get Started!
Potential clients are invited to schedule a meet to discuss their dog’s needs. Programs begin with an assessment of the dog’s behavior and goals, followed by placement into the appropriate board and train program. No free initial consultation is offered.

Contact Information
Hours
Monday: 9am-5pm
Tuesday: 9am-5pm
Wednesday: 9am-5pm
Thursday: 9am-5pm
Friday: 9am-5pm
Saturday: 9am-5pm
Sunday: Closed
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Other Services Offered
- Pet boarding service
Location
4140 Canoe Creek Rd, St Cloud, FL 34772Listing Tools for Trainers
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