PAWS FOR PRAISE

Paws for Praise is a positive training facility that adheres to the standards outlined in the position statements of the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior. We use reward-based marker training that is designed to provide your dog with clear signals to minimize confusion and encourage good behavior. Our group classes stress early socialization, prevention of behavior problems, proper management of the dog's environment, and exercise, as well as training for skills such as sit, stand, down, stay, leave it, come, walk on lead, settle, and even a few tricks.

We are family friendly, and kids age 7 and older are welcome in class. Kids may, with parental supervision, handle their own dogs. Everyone in the family who interacts with your dog on a regular basis is welcome to attend class. We've even had some dogs bring their dog walkers with them!

Our Yappy Hour play groups are designed to allow you to socialize your puppy early during the optimal socialization period (between age 8-16 weeks). We also offer Tiny Tykes play groups for small breed dogs, and a group for dogs that appreciate a a more rambunctious style of physical play. If your dog is having issues with other dogs, or people, please call us for assistance, as these play groups are not designed for remedial socialization.

Let us know how we can help you!