Positive training class registration form on Sign Up page
bestpaw@bestpaw.com call/text 407.321.1006
Small groups, private sessions, workshops
For pups 8-18 weeks old at orientation.
Just like major vet universities we start at 8 weeks, after 1 puppy shot. Covers even more material than our companion program Basic Manners for older pups & dog
Includes free optional agility introduction
Fix or prevent jumping up, excessive barking, house training problems, chewing, stealing etc.
Best foundation for family pets, therapy dog, service dog, show dogs, performance titles (agility, obedience, nose work, trick dog, field work etc.)
Free $26 hand-crafted latigo leather leash with advance registration & advance payment
For friendly adult dogs of all ages and pups 18 weeks old & up (turning into teenagers). Includes free optional/extra agility introduction
Worst teething stage in a dog's life is usually 9-11 months old when molars settle into still-growing jaws
Great start for family pets, therapy dogs, dog sports, show dogs, trick dogs etc. Free custom training collar, hand-crafted latigo leather leash with advance registration form submission & advance payment, close to $50 value
Animal behavior specialist for sensitive, shy, territorial, defensive, possessive, bossy, dominant or aggressive dogs
Private classes, workshops, periodic series
Create confident, quiet, well-behaved manners instead of barking, lunging, nervous or biting behavior. Free custom training collar & hand-crafted latigo leather leash with advance behavior questionnaire submission & advance payment, close to $50 value
Thank you for your patience -- we rarely take this many days away for our own dogs. PJ & helper/volunteer Karen will continue to answer calls, texts and emails as often as possible during that time.
Dog training based on trust & respect
Group sessions teach dogs to focus around distraction, & to respect/like other dogs/other breeds
Our private & group classes are a great foundation for happy, friendly dogs.
Experienced instructors
Start right away - open enrollment means no waiting for far-off start dates
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PLAY TIMES for approved dogs from current & previous Best Paw Forward Inc. classesLongtime students who have been away for a while? Contact us for playtime updates & approval of longtime students, especially volunteers
Classes continue under cover even on rainy days (not hurricanes of course). Come out to the cool countryside - temperatures 5-10 degrees cooler, soft breezes all day. Heavy rain or lightning means moving our small-by-design classes to house or training barn. Individual attention with real-life household training opportunities!
For experienced or dedicated handlers or highly motivated families with friendly, experienced dogs with good recall skills around other loose dogs: Start in advanced classes with instructor approval.
Time for extra practice & studying materials?
Discounts for experienced handlers with titles on current or previous dogs. Those advanced levels are not for basic behavior issues
Familiar with positive methods because you practiced them on your previous dogs, or if you are an experienced trainer? Start a 4-week Manners Plus intermediate level after 4-6 weeks of PuppyLove or Basic Manners (no additional cost) , or skip right to competition levels with advance approval of instructor.
Manners Plus is only open to dogs with experience in our programs. Handlers may skip to advanced levels for competition skills & fun - beginner levels and Manners Plus cover many basic and intermediate manners, tricks and gentle control options.
All-in-one class for advanced friendly dogs: agility, obedience, rally, conditioning & occasional conformation exercises, in one trip.
Training exercises, skills development
Practice drills, dog-friendly proofing
Lighted fenced training area
Requires off-leash recall skills
$55 per month, $20 per day drop -in with advance permission
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Friendly experienced dogs with good recall skills around other loose dogs, especially with experienced handlers with titles on this or previous dogs, may start in any of our advanced obedience classes with approval of instructor
Discounts for experienced handlers with titles on current or previous dogs. Advanced levels are not for basic behavior issues