Guiding Paws to New Peaks

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    Puppy Basics

    Lay a solid foundation starting on day one.

    Raising a puppy can feel like a lot. I’m here to help.

    Together, we’ll cover:

    - Crate training & house training

    - Nipping & biting prevention

    - Calm greetings & polite behavior

    - Puppy-proofing your environment

    - Basic skills like sit, come, leash walking, and more

    - Socialization do’s and don’ts (and how to do it right)

    - Problem-solving when things go sideways (because they will!)

    Puppy Basics is perfect for first-time puppy parents or experienced dog people who want to start off right. I’ll support you through the chaos with realistic advice, practical tools, and zero judgment.

    Let’s build habits that last and enjoy the puppy stage.

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    Manners & Obedience

    Build good habits you can count on, day after day.

    You’re not looking for perfection. You just want your dog to listen, settle, and behave reliably at home and in public.

    If it seems like basic training is flying out the window, let me help you get things back on track with your dog.

    Our training plan may include:

    - Walking politely on leash

    - Greeting people calmly (no jumping!)

    - Coming when called

    - Settling in your daily environments

    - Staying focused when it counts

    - Responding consistently to everyday cues

    Perfect for dogs who need help learning — or relearning — the basics.

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    Growing Families

    You love your dog. You love your child. You just want everyone to feel safe and supported under the same roof.

    As a Family Paws Parent Educator (FPPE), I provide specialized, prevention-focused guidance to help families navigate life with dogs and babies or young children, thoughtfully and proactively.

    Whether you’re preparing for a new baby, adjusting to toddler life, or noticing that your dog is struggling with your new family member, I’ll help you create a clear plan that protects everyone.

    Common goals include:

    - Learning to read your dog’s body language with confidence

    - Setting up safe supervision and management systems

    - Preventing common dog-and-baby/toddler stress points

    - Teaching your dog appropriate behaviors in a house with children

    - Helping your child interact safely and respectfully

    - Building positive associations between dog and child

    Perfect for growing families who want to prevent problems, not just react to them.

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    Fear & Anxiety Support

    For dogs who are struggling and the people who love them.

    Living with a fearful dog can feel lonely and uncertain. Walks are stressful. Visitors are hard. Your dog startles, barks, hides, or shuts down, and nothing you've tried seems to help. You want to do right by them, but you don’t know what will actually make a difference.

    Let’s help your dog feel safer in the world.

    We can work on:

    - Fear of people, dogs, noises, or new environments

    - Barking, avoidance, and shutdown behaviors

    - Building confidence through choice and agency

    - Counterconditioning and desensitization

    There’s no quick fix, but there is a clear, compassionate path forward.

    If your dog is struggling, you're not alone. Let’s help them feel safe again — one step at a time.

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