PROPER PAWS DOG TRAINING
Positive, evidence based training for the life of your dog
(508) 254-5238
SERVICES - offering group and private
The Proper Paws Program - our group classes
For New Puppies -
Level 0 - Puppy Nursery School (formerly Puppy Play and Train) This is our early learning and socialization class for puppies between 8-16 weeks of age.
Levels 1 - Elementary School (formerly Puppy Kindergarten), for all* puppies between 10 weeks and 6 months
Level 2 - Middle School (formerly Graduate Puppy) for puppies and dogs that have completed Level 1
and Level 3 - Upper School (formerly Master Puppy) for dogs that have completed Level 1 & 2
Completing all of these classes provides your new puppy or rescue with both early socialization and training from aquisiting thru early adolescence.
* If your dog is between 10 weeks and 6 months of age, they are welcome to do Level 1 - Elementary School (formerly Puppy Kindergarten) whether they have been able to attend Level 0 - Nursery school (formerly Play and Train) or not.
For Older Puppies and Adult dogs -
Level 1 - Beginner Obedience for puppies/ dogs over 6 months old, covers all of the foundational behaviors that your older puppy or newly rescued dog needs, AND takes into consideration the fact that they may already have some of those skills!
Level 2 and 3 are available to dogs that have completed the pre-requisite classes with private trainers or other facilities as long as the behaviors covered were similar, if you are not sure we do offer 15 minute free in person or by phone assessments to help you find the right class.
Beyond the Basics - even more during and after Levels..
Those that want to go further, can also enjoy a selection of Electives like Rally, Attention Skills, Therapy Dog Training, Tricks, CGC, CGCA and Adventure Class!
Still Not Sure? Use our class selector to help find the class that's right for you.
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Group classes are available Monday - Friday between 9:30 am and 7:45 pm and Saturday mornings!
All classes are 6 weeks for $250, unless otherwise noted. Minimum class size 3, maximum class size 6 unless otherwise noted.
What's included with your class:
- 6 one hour weekly in person classes where we practice and problem solve your training issues.
- Online written training manual, including sections on crate training, house training, tricks and more.
- Online video tutorials showing the exercises/game you will do in classes.
- Online Weekly Homework and Assessments.
- Online handouts on typicaly puppy behaviors and what to do about them.
- Videos of any class you have to miss so you don't fall behind.
Group classes are not appropriate for all dogs, if your dog is aggressive or uncomfortable around other dogs, people or new things please contact me and I will be happy to assist you in finding a qualified professional in your area!
Please Note: All dogs/puppies attending classes must show clear fecal tests, proof of Kennel Cough vaccine and age appropriate vaccination records prior to attending their first class.
Makeups are not available due to the nature or our enrollment, we do offer previously recorded classes for those classes you can not attend.
Payment is due upon registration and required to confirm your position in class. Cancellations/refunds will be accepted up to one week prior to the start of class, no refunds or credits will be issued after that date.
Private Sessions
I do have a limited number of private appointments available for current and past clients to help with specific issues or to help with material covered in the group classes.
Both Noelle and Sharon offer private appointments in home or at the training center (when group classes are not in session). You can contact them directly from the About Us page.
If your dog has specific behavior issues, such as resource guarding, separation issues, reactivity or aggression, please look for a qualified individual who specializes in your need at www.chooseleap.org. This is a listing of credentialed, positive reinforcement trainers in Massachusetts, many of whom specialize in behavior issues.