Your Best Paw Forward Inc.

Training is delivered in weekly sessions, with daily owner practice encouraged. Programs include basic obedience, housebreaking, leash pulling correction, aggression management, behavioral modification, and specialized training for events or competition. Sessions are customized based on the dog’s age, breed, and specific needs, with in-home sessions prioritized to address behavior in context. Group classes are available for motivation and socialization.

Pricing Summary

Pay-per-lesson model with no binding contracts; pricing details not publicly listed

Policies

No binding contracts; clients pay per lesson as they go. No cancellation or rescheduling policy explicitly stated.

George Barish, the owner of Your Best Paw Forward Inc., is a professional dog behavioral trainer with over 20 years of experience training over 100 purebreds and countless mixed breeds in South Florida. He offers personalized training sessions in the home or business environment to understand family dynamics and the dog’s surroundings, using positive reinforcement to build stronger bonds between owners and their pets. Services include basic obedience, housebreaking, leash pulling correction, aggression management, behavioral training, and specialized programs like wedding training and competitive obedience. George does not require binding contracts—clients pay per lesson as they go, and he is available by phone for ongoing support. His training hours are extensive, offering flexibility for busy pet owners.

He emphasizes understanding the root causes of behavior issues like excessive barking, separation anxiety, chewing, and marking, and creates tailored modification plans. Equipment such as collars and leashes are required for sessions, and he assesses proper gear during the first visit. George is an active member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT), and his approach is rooted in reward-based methods with a focus on communication and consistency.

Clients can choose from in-home private sessions, group classes, and specialized programs designed for specific behavioral or performance goals. His services are available Monday through Saturday with extended evening hours on weekdays.

George’s philosophy centers on making training accessible, honest, and relationship-focused, with the belief that dogs are best trained in familiar environments where their behaviors occur.

Accomplishments

Trained over 100 purebred dogs and countless mixed breeds in South Florida over 20+ years; active member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT)

How to Get Started!

Begin by contacting George to schedule a session; an initial assessment is conducted during the first visit to evaluate the dog’s behavior, environment, and needs, and to recommend a customized plan