Paws Up Dog Training LLC

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$150

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Dog training type

Dog training package

Specific behaviors to address

Responds in about 42 min

Introduction

I use a variety of balanced science based methods customized to each client's dog and their goals. I like being able to measure meaningful change in the quality of clients lives with their dogs. I am a Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA), professional member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers and an AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator. I comply with the ethics position statements of the CCPDT and APDT and use the principles of Least Intrusive/Minimally Aversive (LIMA) training methodology. HEY! Don't wait, now that you know I am truly a professional go ahead and connect with me so we can start training your dog.

Overview

Current Top Pro

Hired 72 times

2 similar jobs done near you

Background checked

1 employee

6 years in business

Business hours

Sun11:00 am - 3:00 pmMonClosed

Payment methods

This pro accepts payments via Cash, Credit card, and Zelle.

Top Pro status

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Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, responsiveness, and work quality.

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Alex M.

Jul 11, 2024

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Catherine is an excellent trainer, she helped me in training my first puppy Pepper. All the tips, advice and pointers she provides works excellent in training your dog. Consistence is key in training your dog I can’t wait to show Catherine how far Pepper has come along.

Details: 0 - 6 months old • Small (16 - 25 lbs) • Private lessons • Puppy training • Leash pulling • House training • Barking • Digging • Biting • Chewing • Destructive behavior • Crate training • My home, venue, etc.

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Ronald S.

Jun 27, 2024

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Catherine is an excellent trainer. She studies behavior and works with the dog and owners to achieve the desired effect. The training is a work in progress she certainly taught us a lot. Would recommend her services.

Details: 2 - 10 years old • Medium (26 - 40 lbs) • Private lessons • General obedience training • Barking • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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Tom A.

Sep 25, 2023

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I called a few trainers on thumbtack, and Catherine called me back immediately. I was in a bit of a panic as I was overwhelmed by my Newfie puppy [ my first Newfie as I had only Labs] of 4 months old. Monty came from a farm, and the first 4 months of his life were spent doing whatever he wanted. He has extreme energy and is always into something. Catherine came quickly and taught me and my wife games to play with him for impulse control. She explained to us that Monty needs a job as he is a working breed. She us soft spoken, knowledgeable, and patient. He responded immediately from the training. Catherine shows dogs [giant poodles] in obedience shows, and she is the go too person to get your mind at ease and understand your dog. Highly recommend.

Details: 6 - 12 months old • Extra large (70+ lbs) • Private lessons • Puppy training • Leash pulling • Crate training • House training • My home, venue, etc.

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Sierra H.

Aug 20, 2023

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Catherine is a great trainer for many reasons, including her hands on sessions and her thorough explanation as to why each technique works best for your specific dog. She holds a vast amount of knowledge on all different breeds of dogs and gave mine the exact attention it needed to comply with my training requests. I already saw a big difference in my dog after just the first lesson and I am looking forward to what is to come of our future ones!

Details: 2 - 10 years old • Extra large (70+ lbs) • I'm flexible • Aggressive behavior modification • Leash pulling • House training • Barking • Crate training • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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Julia A.

Nov 7, 2024

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Although Catherine was not a good fit for my specific situation, I am happy to say she was able to direct me in alternative way that would better help me. I really appreciated her honesty and resources she provided for me. She seems like a very honest and caring individual just from our conversation.

Details: Private lessons • Aggressive behavior modification • Barking • Biting • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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Catherine Kelly

FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I charge $150 per session for private lessons and offer discounts for payment in advance and for semi-private sessions.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
After text messaging and an agreement to work together is reached an initial appointment is made. At that appointment I meet both the dog and relevant family members. I assess the dog's temperament and get a history from the owner(s). This enables me to develop a training plan and to begin working with the dog.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I am a Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA) and a member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT) and do continuing education through this organization and other experts. I am also an AKC Canine Good Citizen evaluator.