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
10 Smart Ways to Bond With Your Dog
19 August 2019Read More1. Give them space – For some reason, this seems to be one of the most difficult things for people to practice when trying to connect with any pet. It’s really not that shocking when you think about it. When we meet new people or go to new places, most of us would not be very comfortable with touches or hugs from anyone in that new place.
Comfort for Children Coping with the Death of a Family Pet
17 July 2019Read MoreBy: Erin Albright
Dogs are my family. I don’t have a big family, and I like to think that this may have been divinely designed so I could have lots of pets throughout my lifetime to make up for it. They serve as constant companionship and provide lots to smile about on a daily basis. Knowing that they don’t live as long as we do is hard, but I have learned to love on them and enjoy them while I can. They are chapters in the book of my life, and I am so grateful for each one and everything that they have taught me.
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
- Registered, licensed and insured