DOG TRAINING
Smartypaws practices the most successful, scientifically proven, positive reinforcement dog training methods.
Kids & Canines
Smartypaws offers training packages that include the whole family! Customized sessions for parents, pups and children (ages 4+).
PUPS & PARENTHOOD
Smartypaws prepares expecting families with dogs, and those that support them, for life with baby.
Blog
How to Train A Positive Interrupter
07 March 2019Read MoreIf you’re wondering, “What is a positive interrupter and why should I train it?”. Check part I of this series on “The First Thing I Taught My Puppy”. If you’re ready to pull out those tasty treats and get to training an effective positive interrupter, then this is the blog for you. Here are the instructions for making that special sound mean something important to your pup and for utilizing it effectively. Begin this training in a quiet place with your dog near you and minimal distractions around you.
The First Thing I Taught My Puppy
05 March 2019Read MoreWe drove 16 hours roundtrip between winter snow and ice storms to pick up our 9 week old puppy. Like most puppies that age, he was a roly poly ball of fur clumsily playing and exploring his environment. So cute. So innocent. So fun.
WHY US
- Positive reinforcement training
- Certified AKC CGC and S.T.A.R. Puppy Evaluator
- Over 15 years experience
- Works with all breeds and sizes
- Experienced with blind and deaf dogs
- Convenient, customized, and personalized training
- Licensed Educator for Family Paws Parent Education
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