Paw In Hand

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"Partners with your dog - side by side and Paw in Hand" Our dog training programs are designed for real-life results.

And our positive training methods mean you can feel good about getting them. Whether you’re after basic manners, having puppy woes or need relief from troublesome behaviour problems, we can help! We can even do some your training homework for you! Paw in Hand is dedicated to promoting a caring relationship between dogs and people. This is apparent in everything we do -- from our name to the traini

ng methods that we teach. We are committed to a professional code of ethics and dog friendly positive training methods. Maren is highly experienced and educated. She holds a number of certifications and is a member of many professional organizations. Whether at home, town, trail or adventuring in the great outdoors, we've been helping dogs and their people be partners since 2000. Partners with you and your dog, side by side and Paw In Hand!

Who else can relate? 🤣🫣
01/03/2025

Who else can relate? 🤣🫣

This is my 2024 appreciation post to YOU 👏🏻Before we conquer 2025, I just wanted to say how GRATEFUL I am to have client...
01/02/2025

This is my 2024 appreciation post to YOU 👏🏻

Before we conquer 2025, I just wanted to say how GRATEFUL I am to have clients that are committed to kindness and helping their dogs learn through reward based methods. In a world that is driven by social media, it is easy to get sucked into the flashy videos that highlight correction based training, often created by jerks (in my humble opinion). As a dog trainer, and animal lover, this upsets me on many levels, but above all what these “quick fix promises” don’t show are the high risk of fallout effects 😟

I have faith that owners want to do the right thing and that kindness wins in the end! We love our dogs. I believe that when people know better, they do better. So THANK YOU for helping your dog be the best it can be. I hope this year is filled with love, happiness, support, adventure and kindness - at both ends of the leash 💚

I look forward to catching up with old clients this year, meeting some new ones and continuing to advocate a happy life for our furry friends. Keep following along for our training programs, insight and more 🐶

https://pawinhand.com/


2024 Wrapped - Dog Edition 🤣Which one most applies to you and your dog(s), tell us in the comments 👇
12/29/2024

2024 Wrapped - Dog Edition 🤣
Which one most applies to you and your dog(s), tell us in the comments 👇

Ivy would like to wish you all a very Merry Christmas.She would also like to show you how much of a 'good girl' she is b...
12/25/2024

Ivy would like to wish you all a very Merry Christmas.
She would also like to show you how much of a 'good girl' she is being by holding up (and modelling!) her favourite holiday items 🎅🏻🧦❤️🎄

Wishing you and all your furry family members a fun-filled day together! 🤍

We saw this on a Facebook group, and weren't able to share directly - but thought it offered a lot of insight and a gent...
12/24/2024

We saw this on a Facebook group, and weren't able to share directly - but thought it offered a lot of insight and a gentle reminder to be kind to your furry friends as we enter 'sensory overload' during the holidays! 🐶🎄

Almond Roca…. Don’t want to ruin it for people, but…  😂🫣
12/21/2024

Almond Roca….
Don’t want to ruin it for people, but… 😂🫣

But they're oh so worth it, right? 🥰🤣🐶
12/13/2024

But they're oh so worth it, right? 🥰🤣🐶

Holiday baking is just around the corner 🎄🐶🍪🤣
12/06/2024

Holiday baking is just around the corner 🎄🐶🍪🤣

Pup-date 💚Max is one big, floppy social puppy. Thankfully, his owners knew that they would need some skills to get willi...
12/06/2024

Pup-date 💚

Max is one big, floppy social puppy. Thankfully, his owners knew that they would need some skills to get willing cooperation as this big guy gets even bigger (he is a Cane Corso / St. Bernard mix from a large litter)

Together with his owner’s dedication along with
✔️ An early start on kind, reward-based training
✔️ Good dog socialization experiences so far

Things are right on track for Max and his new family 👏🏻

Private puppy lessons don't mean you won't get socialization, but it does mean you can focus on the skills that matter most to you and your partnership together 🐶

https://pawinhand.com/puppy-training/

Allowing dogs and their owners to find a peaceful balance is just one of the MANY benefits of being a dog trainer - but ...
12/02/2024

Allowing dogs and their owners to find a peaceful balance is just one of the MANY benefits of being a dog trainer - but in this case, a little humour among the humans during training also went a long way!

Thank you for the incredibly kind words, and for seeking out advice to ensure a happy life together 💚🐶

The Sunday night insight we needed 🤍🐾😍
12/02/2024

The Sunday night insight we needed 🤍🐾😍

Walk with me; don’t just walk me. Slow down and see the world as I do. I know you’ve got things to do, places to be. But out here, with the ground beneath our feet and the sky above us, there’s a whole world worth noticing.

The autumn chill is in the air today, crisp and full of new smells. It’s different from yesterday, and different from the day before. Every day is new. The leaves crunch under my paws, and I stop to breathe in the rich, earthy scent of them. To you, it might just be a pile of leaves, but to me, it’s a story—one I can’t help but dive into, nose first.

There’s a squirrel somewhere nearby, I can sense it, darting up a tree, its tiny heart beating fast. And the wind carries whispers of things far away: a family cooking dinner, the trace of a cat that passed by early this morning, and the faint perfume of flowers holding on to their last bit of summer. It’s all here, swirling around us if you just take the time to notice.

You tug on the leash, eager to move on, and I can tell you’re thinking about something far away from here. But when we walk, truly walk, you and I can be in this moment together. Feel the cool air brush against your skin, let it wake you up. Notice how the sun filters through the branches, casting shadows that dance on the pavement. Hear the crunch of the leaves beneath our steps, like a secret rhythm just for us.

To you, it might be just another walk, a daily routine to tick off the list. But for me, every step is an adventure. Each scent is a clue, each sound a piece of a puzzle. When you walk with me, really walk with me, you’ll see it too. The world is bigger than what we’re rushing toward. It’s right here, in the small moments, in the quiet spaces between your thoughts.

So, slow down. Breathe. Let the chill fill your lungs and the colours fill your eyes. Walk with me, don’t just walk me. See the world as I do, if only for a little while. It’s all waiting for you, just beneath the surface.
Natalie P
2024
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Dog training doesn't have to be scary. Your one-on-one dog training time with a local dog behaviour expert (me!) will pr...
11/28/2024

Dog training doesn't have to be scary. Your one-on-one dog training time with a local dog behaviour expert (me!) will provide insight from both ends of the leash so you and your dog can have the best relationship possible 💚

Some of our programs include:
- Rogue Rover
- New to You Rescue
- Day Training
- Training Walks

We also offer custom training packages with an eye for outdoor adventure with your canine companion. Think; snowshoeing, skiing, hiking, biking, canoeing.... ❄️

Inquire within for future us, or give the perfect gift this Christmas 🎁

11/27/2024

Dog Trainer Tip 🐶
Training a chocolate lab puppy impulse control skills such as ‘wait’ and ‘leave it’, is best done through games - and if the children want to take part, that is doubly wonderful! 👏🏻🤎

If you’ve recently added a new furry member to your family, Paw in Hand dog training offers private puppy lessons that offer one-on-one training to meet you where you’re at. Why train ‘sit’ or ‘shake a paw’ when your puppy has already nailed them 🥰

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11/22/2024

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A proud graduate face that even the dog trainer needs to get a photo with 🎓🙋🏻‍♀️🥰A huge congratulations to Elly on gradu...
11/19/2024

A proud graduate face that even the dog trainer needs to get a photo with 🎓🙋🏻‍♀️🥰

A huge congratulations to Elly on graduating their private puppy lessons! Elly’s owners are now set up for success to generate a loving lifetime together 👏🏻

Looking to get the perfect paw-tnership with your new puppy, new to your dog or rescue dog? Let’s chat about a training program that works for you ✨

That's one prepared dog! 🥾Looking to combine a little dog training WITH a dog walk? Check out our Training Walks and con...
11/15/2024

That's one prepared dog! 🥾

Looking to combine a little dog training WITH a dog walk? Check out our Training Walks and contact us about getting on a regular schedule 💚
https://pawinhand.com/dog-training/

11/14/2024

Any time is TRAINING time 😂👏🏻
Napoleon is doing terrific during his town training trip(s). This handsome guys owners signed him up for regular dog training walks, and I am so pleased at his constant improvement 👌🏽

If you’re looking to fit in some extra exercise (and need a little help on training, too!) our Training Walks are the perfect solution. Starting at $45+ these walks can be scheduled Monday to Friday between 10 AM – 4 PM

Get in touch to learn more 💚

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Partners with your Dog. Side by Side, and Paw in Hand

Hi! I’m Maren, owner and head trainer at Paw in Hand.

I often hear murmurs of people referring to me as a dog whisperer, but I prefer the term dog listener!

Ever since I was a child I was always surrounded by dogs and could be found training our family boxer and the neighbours’ dogs too!

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