Wag and Paw Training
Service area: Serves the Silicon Valley and Bay Area, including San Jose, Campbell, Willow Glen, and surrounding neighborhoods.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Fearfulness
- Separation Anxiety
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Day Training
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
- Intensive Program
Types of Dogs
- Small
- Medium
- Large
- 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
Training programs begin with a consultation to assess the dog’s needs and goals. Services include private lessons for one-on-one coaching, day training for intensive behavioral work, and pack walks for socialization and exercise. Programs are tailored to each dog and include a home plan for owners to reinforce progress. Daily updates and videos are provided during day training to keep owners informed.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Pricing details are not publicly listed, but packages are available for private lessons and day training. A free consultation is offered to determine the best plan. Discounts are provided for adopters of foster dogs.
Testimonials
We contacted Lara to help our dog Maple overcome his anxiety in public places, improve his leash walking, and much more. Lara is a kind, caring, and patient person. I highly recommend her! Maple adores her, and they have established an extraordinary bond of trust. She will take care of your dog as if it were her own!
– Anonymous
I am so thrilled with the behavior training my two dogs have received from Wag and Paw. They have done a complete 180 in terms of their behavior on walks and around other dogs. Lara does an incredible job coaching both dog and owner with how to handle difficult situations and interactions. Her instructions are clear and easy to follow, and it’s amazing to see how well the dogs respond to the structure. I am so thankful to have found Lara and I highly recommend her services!
– Anonymous
Lara managed to turn our wild little puppy into a polite little girl. I appreciated how Lara helped me learn how to manage puppy tantrums with grace :). Our baby also learned how to have confidence around the big dogs and stay in her ‘place’ on the cot. Naturally she also learned loose leash walking, which I love
– Anonymous
About the Trainer
Wag and Paw Training is a dog training business led by Lara that specializes in customizing training methods for each dog, with a strong focus on fearful, anxious, reactive dogs, and puppies. They offer private lessons, day training, and pack walks, all centered around building trust and confidence through reward-based methods. Lara emphasizes the relationship between dog and owner, coaching both to create lasting behavioral change. They also provide daily updates and personalized care, including medication and diet management for senior or anxious dogs. Their approach is gentle, patient, and highly individualized, helping dogs overcome fear, leash reactivity, separation anxiety, and other behavioral challenges.
In addition to training, they support dog adoption by offering discounts to new owners of foster dogs and share educational content on dog behavior, socialization, and body language. They are deeply involved in the local community, particularly in Silicon Valley and the Bay Area, and prioritize emotional well-being for both dogs and their humans.
Accomplishments
Lara has successfully helped senior dogs with severe separation anxiety and crate training where other trainers gave up. She has transformed reactive and fearful dogs into confident companions, with documented success in behavior modification and owner coaching.
How to Get Started!
Begin with a free consultation to discuss your dog’s needs, goals, and lifestyle. During the consult, Lara will assess your dog and recommend the best training option—private lessons, day training, or pack walks.
Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
Hours
Monday: 8am-6pm
Tuesday: 8am-6pm
Wednesday: 8am-6pm
Thursday: 8am-6pm
Friday: 8am-6pm
Saturday: 9am-5pm
Sunday: Closed
Languages
- English
Other Services Offered
- Dog day care center
- Pet trainer
Location
1524 Carmel Dr, San Jose, CA 95126Listing Tools for Trainers
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