Best Paw Forward Dog Training

12/13/2024

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉

We’re super excited to announce that we’ve partnered with Briggs Republic Dog Daycare and Boarding to bring our group dog training classes to the Decatur area! 🐾🐶 Whether you’re looking to improve your dog’s obedience, socialize your pup, or just have some fun learning new skills together, we’ve got you covered!

Book NOW before spots are gone!
👉https://bestpawforwarddogtraining.setmore.com/
(Puppy High School is ONLY for puppies 16 weeks and UNDER! if you have an older dog, please sign up for Bachelor's!)

✨ Don’t miss out! Sign up now to secure your spot in our upcoming classes. Space is limited!

Visit our website for more info: www.bestpawforwardil.com
Let's make 2024 the year of great teamwork with your furry best friend! 🐕💪

12/13/2024

🐾 January Training Class Schedule is finalized! 🐶✨

The new year is the perfect time to invest in your relationship with your dog! Whether you're working on basic obedience, tackling misbehavior challenges, or simply enhancing your connection, our group dog training classes are designed to help you grow together.

✨ Now offering classes in Monticello AND Forsyth! ✨

Training is a journey, and we’re here to guide you every step of the way. Don't miss the chance to make 2024 the year of positive change for you and your dog!

🔹 Limited spots available — sign up today to secure your spot!
For those interested in Forsyth location training dates, please contact me directly to be added to the waiting list!
👉 www.bestpawforwardil.com
📞 217-607-9909 (call or text)
📧 [email protected]

12/09/2024

Sign up today for one of our great classes at Willow Branch! I know the holiday season can be busy, but having some time off work, and the kids home from school, is actually a great time to start working with your dog! We never have classes on major holidays & their weekends, so don't worry about scheduling, and we have a convenient online course companion so you can see videos of class exercises and how to practice at home during the holidays!

🐾🎄 Get Your Dog Holiday-Ready! 🎄🐾

The holidays are almost here, and there's no better time to get your furry friend in tip-top shape! 🐶✨ Whether you're hosting family gatherings or attending holiday parties, our upcoming dog training classes will help ensure your dog is well-behaved and ready to impress! 😍

Imagine showing off a well-mannered pup who knows how to greet guests, stay calm around food, and follow commands – you'll be the talk of the party! 🐕🎉

Don't wait – spots are filling up fast! 🏃‍♀️ Sign up today and let us help you and your dog have the best holiday season yet! 🎅🏼🤶🏼

Sign up for our last classes of 2024 today!
✅ Reserve your spot now:
www.willowbranchkennel.com
217-675-7547
[email protected]

12/08/2024

🎓🎉 Big congratulations to these adorable pups for graduating Puppy High School AND earning their AKC Star Puppy ribbons! 🐾🎓 They're one step closer to becoming the best-behaved dogs around! 🏅

If you want your furry friend to follow in their paw-steps, don’t forget to sign up for our upcoming classes! New start dates are just around the corner — don’t miss out! 🐕✨

Upcoming Start Dates for Puppy High School:
Dec 16th: 7pm Mondays
Jan 25th: 10am Saturdays

Bachelors (OB level 1):
Dec 14th: 1:30pm Saturdays
Jan 9th: 6pm Thursdays
Jan 18th: 12:30pm Saturdays

12/06/2024

Previous and current students! I have enjoyed working with each and every one of you, and I hope you have enjoyed it too! It would be SO helpful for me if you could take some time to leave me a review! This helps me remain visible on the google search algorithm so I can continue to help even more people who are looking for training for their dogs!

Post a review to our profile on Google

11/28/2024

Happy Thanksgiving from my pups to yours! Remember to bag up your turkey bones and take the trash OUT after your holiday meal! Sasha here (and many other dogs) have been known to sneak into the trash while everyone is occupied and get those dangerous cooked bones! Also, though not dangerous, be careful where you are leaving your pies to cool. Sasha (you might be sensing a theme here of who is my biggest troublemaker), also stole a whole pie off the counter in 2019 🤦‍♀️

11/27/2024

Did your dog make our year end graduates calendar?! I loved working with you all this year, and 24 special dogs who graduated our classes this year got selected at random to be part of our year end calendar! Congrats to these grads from 2024, grab your memorable calendar today! -> https://www.bestpawforwardil.com/store/p/wall-calendars-2025
Congrats to:
January: Bowser & Indiana Jones
February: Goose & Cuatro
March: Baxter & Scoops
April: Sutton & Harley
May: Marlee & Pavo
June: Blaise & Zeppelin
July: Maverick & Lemon
August: Frank & Harry
September: Chevy & Paul Simon
October: Maizey & Winston
November: Ryder & Trixy
December: Mabel & Onyx

11/20/2024

New Products Available!
https://www.bestpawforwardil.com/store/reactive-dogs
This collection was inspired by a behavioral client of mine, who recently had a bad experience at the vet with a technician leaning down making kissy noises at their aggressive/muzzled dog and saying that their dog "is so cute he can't be that mean!" and lo and behold, of COURSE that provoked a reaction from the dog!
Introducing: Reactive Dogs Collection! Currently a collar/leash set, but will be expanded to dog shirts/bandanas/safety gear soon! The collar clearly displays “Not Friendly, Do Not Approach,” while the leash is printed with “No Touch, No Talk, No Eye Contact” — clear signals to keep others at a respectful distance.

Did you know? A yellow collar, leash or ribbon indicates a dog is nervous or has health issues and should not be approached without permission.

Give your dog the comfort and peace they deserve, while helping others understand their boundaries. Available now at www.bestpawforwardil.com/store/reactive-dogs !

11/20/2024

🎓🐾 Big congratulations to our adorable graduates, Archie and Bucket, for completing their Bachelor's in Canine Life and Social Skills! 🎉 They’ve worked so hard and are now officially on their way to being top-notch pups!

Don’t forget, we’ve got more classes coming up for your furry friends. 🐕✨ Sign up today and help your pup achieve their own success! 🐾

🗓️Next start date: Dec 14th, 1:30pm Saturdays!

More info:
🌐 www.bestpawforwardil.com
📞 217-607-9909 (call or text)
📧 [email protected]

11/19/2024

This is how Merlin chose to lie down when demoing a down stay exercise for a level 3 class tonight! Very demure, very mindful, Mr. Pretty Paws. 🐾💅

11/18/2024

🐾 Upcoming Class Start Dates at Willow Branch - Monticello !🐾

The holiday season can be hectic, but that doesn’t mean your dog’s training should take a backseat! 🦴✨ We’ve got new classes starting soon to help you build positive habits, even during the busiest time of the year.

Never worry about holiday conflicts – we’ll never schedule classes on major holidays or their weekends, any classes with conflicts to the holiday season will have an extra week added on to the end of the session.

During a time when your dog may be left to their own devices with all the holiday chaos, it’s the perfect opportunity to keep them engaged, learning, and practicing good behavior! 💡🐕

🎯 Positive training, expert instructors, and a community of like-minded pet owners – all in one place.

📍822 Old Rt 47, Monticello IL

📅 Sign up today and keep your dog’s skills sharp through the holidays! They’ll thank you later! 🐕🎉

👉 sign up: https://www.bestpawforwardil.com/allservices/ -startdates
or by call text at 217-607-9909
or email: [email protected]

11/17/2024

🎉🐾 Time to Brag About Your Pup in Style!🐾🎉

We know you’re *so* proud of your dog’s achievements, whether it’s graduating from training classes, mastering a new trick, or just being the cutest pup on the block. And now, you can show it off with our BRAND NEW merch line, designed for you to brag about your dog! 🐶💖

From adorable celebratory bandanas to cozy pet beds and trendy t-shirts, our new collection is the perfect way to celebrate your dog’s accomplishments—or simply show some love for your favorite furry friend. 🐕✨

🌟 What’s in the collection?
✔️ Celebratory Pet Bandanas — for that "I did it!" moment
✔️ Custom Stickers — to add some pup pride to your laptop, water bottle, or car
✔️ Pet Beds & Blankets — for ultimate comfort and style
✔️ Mugs & T-shirts — to show off your dog love every day
✔️ Tote Bags — for all your doggie essentials
✔️ And SO much more!

Plus, we’ve got our adorable logo merchandise too, so you can rock our cute design with pride! 🐾

Whether you're celebrating a milestone, or just want to show the world how amazing your dog is, we've got the perfect gear to make it happen. 🏆

👉 Order Yours Today and Let the World Know How Amazing Your Pup Is!
Owner brags: https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/166401033
Pet Brags: https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/166401498
Best Paw Forward Merch: https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/166400860
Honor roll bumper sticker: https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/166374190👈

11/14/2024

I have the worst employee ever! He's SUPPOSED to be helping set up, but instead he just wants to lay around where the jump standards are supposed to go 🤬 I thought I got a WORKING line border collie, not a LAZY line!

11/13/2024

🎉 New Online Dog Training Obedience Course – Start Today! 🐾

I am excited to announce my fully hosted, self-paced 6-week online Dog Training Obedience course! Whether you’re just getting started or looking to fine-tune your pup’s skills, this course is designed to be fun, flexible, and effective!

🗓 Course Details:
- First Two Weeks Now Available! The remaining lessons will roll out over the next four weeks. You can start anytime and work at your own pace.
- Easy-to-Follow Video Modules: Accessible on both mobile and desktop, with step-by-step guidance that fits into your busy schedule.
- Expert Support: Each lesson includes a form to ask questions and submit videos for personalized evaluation and feedback.
- Loads of Resources: Gain access to valuable reading materials, guides, and tips for managing problem behaviors and building a well-mannered pup.

🎖 Course Completion Benefits:
- AKC Virtual Home Manners Title Evaluation – Prove your dog’s good behavior and earn an official title.
- AKC Ribbon & Paper Diploma – Celebrate your dog’s success with a ribbon and a diploma mailed directly to you.

🐕 Why Choose This Course?
- Flexible and self-paced learning.
- Real-time feedback on your dog’s progress.
- Practical advice to address common problem behaviors.

Ready to get started? Sign up today and give your dog the training they deserve! 🐾

Enroll today! https://www.bestpawforwardil.com/online-courses

11/12/2024

🦃🐾 THANKSGIVING DEAL: Get Your Crazy Puppy Ready for Holiday Guests! 🐾🦃

The holidays are almost here, and guests will be arriving soon! Get your puppy under control before the festivities begin with $10 off our Puppy High School group training class.

Classes start THIS SATURDAY AT 10AM, and this deal is good this week only!

Spots are limited, so sign up now and give your pup the training they need for a stress-free holiday season! 🎉🐾

👉 https://wb.portal.gingrapp.com/ #/public/login
or contact me directly to sign up!
📞 217-675-7547 (call or text)
📧 [email protected]
🌐www.willowbranchkennel.com/training

11/11/2024

🌟TWO Exciting Announcements!🌟

I’ve been working hard behind the scenes the past few days, and I’m thrilled to finally share two big updates with all of you! 🎉

1️⃣ Virtual Training Now Available! 🖥️🐾
I’m now offering remote training sessions via Google Meet! Whether you're across town or across the country, I can help you and your dog achieve your training goals from the comfort of your own home. 🌍✨

2️⃣ Online Booking is Here! 📅
I’m excited to announce that my online booking system is now live! You can easily book both virtual sessions and in-home visits directly through my website. No more back-and-forth—just pick a time that works for you, and we’re all set!

Thank you for your continued support, and I can’t wait to work with all of you—whether near or far! 💻🐶

🔗 https://www.bestpawforwardil.com/book-now