Paw Partner Dog Training

08/09/2024

Join us Tomorrow evening 8/10 at 7PM for our next ZEN DOG HOUR. Similar to a pack walk but with a focus on rewarding calm relaxed behavior around other dogs, sights and sounds. We will do some walking exercises around other dogs and some focus work. This particular outing will be trainer led as well for some light instruction, but go at your own pace. True dog socialization is relaxed and calm in the presence of other dogs, all dogs welcome. Cool Creek Park Meet by the Amphitheater.
Register at: https://pawpartnerdogtraining.as.me/coolcreek

08/09/2024

As kids start to head back to school, they may have friends coming over for a visit or they are visiting friends' homes who have dogs. Make sure you your child is educated on Dog etiquette and is always safe around dogs.

08/08/2024

08/07/2024

Looking for space to practice for an upcoming trial? Hourly rental available with use of rally signs and other equipment as needed. $20/hr. PM if interested.

08/07/2024

The Great Crate Debate. To be clear I am "pro crate", I believe that all dogs should know how to stay in a crate calmly for a period of time. You never know when you will need to use one. However---

A good portion of my time as a Dog Trainer is spent trying to understand people (shocker). I do not know ANY human being that I could lock in a bathroom (or bedroom) without their phone (especially these days), TV, game, toys or some other form of entertainment for more than an hour before they start slowly getting anxious, pacing the room, wondering what they are missing out on and when are they getting out??? Some people may nap for a few hours, but those people are most likely tired from a full day/week of activity. Let's think about Dogs in Crates with the above in mind. Why is it that we expect another sentient being with extra energy to burn and no entertainment to handle small space confinement with ease? As humans, we are surprised when the dog shreds their bed, whines, cries, barks etc. PEOPLE--Give your dog something to do in their crate when you leave!!! Lick mat, snuffle mat, beef cheek, puzzle, slow feeder, frozen Kong the list goes on! If every time you put your dog in their crate, they get something amazing-and they ONLY get that thing when they go in their crate, do you know how fast they will go in their crate when its time? FAST. Worried you dog will hurt itself on whatever you leave in the crate? Give it to them in their crate while you watch TV for a few nights in a row and see how it goes. There are many things you can give your dog that are safe: Kongs are great, Kong Wobblers are great, lick mats that pin to the side of the crate--there are truly so many options.

Every situation has a caveat, if your dog has been being locked in a crate as form of "Time out", "punishment" or spent a significant amount of time building up separation anxiety when you leave due to NOT having any enrichment when you leave, the above will not work immediately. Note, I said "immediately". First you have to counter condition the negative Assocation that has been built on the crate itself, then retrain crate as a positive space. Counter Conditioning takes time, and a great reward-based trainer can help you with that. The difficult part is that humans love instant gratification, we want to see our dog crate trained and loving their crate overnight. If I put you in the bathroom every day for 6-10 hours from the scenario above, you never knew when it was going to happen or for how long (remember, dogs do not speak English) you would not want to go back into the bathroom anymore and changing your feelings on that space would not happen overnight.

Am I comparing dogs to humans? You could think of it that way. I AM comparing one sentient being with thoughts and emotions to another. The difference is: a human being I can tell exactly where you are going, why, for how long and what you get in return. For a dog we have to build a positive association over time with Cue's and reward-based reinforcement.

Can we please do better with the crate training and provide some enrichment? Positive association?

~Sincerely a trainer who loves crate training, rewarding dogs and safety. This is Echo who is simply cute in his crate.

08/05/2024

TRICKS are not just for fun but also give your dog something to do and provides significant mental stimulation! Next tricks class starts in two weeks Aug 20! Two spots left: Register at https://pawpartnerdogtraining.as.me/Tricksaug

08/05/2024

Great to see everyone for zen dog hour this evening! Rewarding calm behaviors and focus! We even had a symphony distraction and the dogs did so well! Join us next time at Roy Holland Park in fishers this Wednesday at 7pm.
https://www.pawpartnerdogtraining.com/group-class-registration

08/02/2024

2 spots left for puppy class starting Aug 29 6PM. Come, Stay, human and puppy socialization, drop it, leave it, place, leash walking, sit, down, etc. 8 weeks to 6 months welcome! Register at: https://pawpartnerdogtraining.as.me/?appointmentType=64134081

07/31/2024

Look what came today! If your looking to get a virtual home manners title I can do your evaluation! Fee is $10 per eval which will include your title paperwork and ribbon. For more info on VHM click here: https://www.akc.org/products-services/training-programs/canine-good-citizen/akc-family-dog-program/virtual-home-manners/

07/30/2024

Hounds Around Town Starting Aug 28 7PM---Advanced Behaviors CGCA and CGC Urban 4-week class. This is a class taught at various dog friendly locations around town such as stores and food establishments. Loose leash walking, sit, down, stay at long distances, recall at long distances, reaction to distractions, appropriate dog greeting, appropriate stranger greeting, leave it, some impulse control and many other skills to have a dog you can take on adventures.
https://pawpartnerdogtraining.as.me/hounds

07/30/2024

What's coming up in August?
STAR Puppy Class Starts Aug 29 6PM
Building Relationships through Tricks Aug 20 6PM
Canine Good Citizen August 20 7:30PM
Hounds Around Town Aug 28 7PM
Zen Dog Hour several one-hour options: 8/7 7PM, 8/2 7PM, 8/10 7PM, 8/4 6PM
Located in Noblesville.
Register at: https://pawpartnerdogtraining.as.me/?appointmentType=category:Classes%20Starting%20in%20August

Group Class RegistrationClick on the desired class, you will then find available class dates! Class suggestions listed at the bottom of the page.

07/30/2024

Indiana Facebook Dog Lovers. An acquaintance reached out to me for assistance in rehoming her dog. Ruby is a 5 year old mix breed. She spent the first two years of her life tied to a tree and then was taken in by her current owner. Her owner loves her dearly and would never give her dog away, however she is 75 and has cancer and is physically unable to care for her. Ruby is smart, ok on a leash (unless there is a rabbit of course!), very treated motivated. If you are interested in giving Ruby a home please PM me for owner details and contact informatin.

07/26/2024

I have added a few more dates and times for zen dog hour! You can find them here: https://pawpartnerdogtraining.as.me/zen

Send a message to learn more

07/26/2024

The pizza challenge! Can you do it??? *no pizza was harmed in the making of this video 🤣

07/23/2024

Want to take the Canine Good Citizen test but not take the class? You're in luck! Canine Good Citizen test will be held Aug 14 at 6:30PM. 150 Mensa Dr. Noblesville. Test cost is $20 which will include your paperwork and ribbon if you pass. Register here under the workshops tab.

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07/23/2024

ZEN DOG HOUR STARTING THIS SUNDAY! 6PM Roy Holland Park in Fishers. Similar to a pack walk but with a focus on rewarding calm relaxed behavior around other dogs, sights and sounds. We will do some walking exercises around other dogs and some focus work. This particular outing will be trainer led as well for some light instruction but also go at your own pace. True dog socialization is being relaxed and calm in the presence of other dogs, all dogs welcome. Register here: https://pawpartnerdogtraining.as.me/zendog

07/21/2024

Current class schedule! You can register on the group class link of www.pawpartnerdogtraining.com Located in Noblesville. I am taking a waitlist for reactive to relaxed or hounds around town if you shoot me a message! Come on out and get your dog in class and have some fun!

07/18/2024

I am excited to announce that Madison Ruschak has decided to join the team as an instructor! Madison loves competing in scentwork and will be teaching all things Scent and a few other classes.

Madison fell in love with dog training at a young age. In the search to learn more about behavior and training, she completed the Masters Class at Catch Canine Trainers Academy, earning her CCTA Certified Dog Trainer (CCDT) certification. She continued her education looking specifically at reactivity and management before becoming a pet dog groomer for two years and subsequently ending up back in the classroom because she missed it! She is currently striving to become a Certified Professional Dog Trainer through the CCPDT.

In her free time, she participates in several dog sports with her two Australian Shepherds, Colin and Badger. Although Madison enjoys all dog sports, she specifically enjoys competing in Scentwork and has multiple titles with her Standard Poodle Dovi.

07/18/2024

Let's introduce tonight's trick dog graduates! All dogs have thier novice and intermediate trick dog titles! Congrats to Poppy, Dipper and Coltrane!!

07/17/2024

P.S. Divvy has a dog friendly patio AND a dog menu!

07/17/2024

Beginner Scentwork Class Starts on September 9 at 6PM. Whether you are looking to compete or just wanting something fun to do with your dog we welcome you! 150 Mensa Drive Noblesville. https://pawpartnerdogtraining.as.me/scent

07/16/2024

Let's congratulate these new Canine Good Citizen Graduates! Agnes, Tillie and Shiloh!

07/16/2024

Tonight's STAR puppy graduates! Crosby, Maple and Coltrane. Bright futures ahead for these three! Next puppy class starts aug 29! Register at www.pawpartnerdogtraining.com

07/15/2024

**he has been found safe**
Indiana area followers, this is moose. He and his owner were involved in a car accident in the Crawfordsville area. Owner is fine but moose is missing! Please keep an eye out if you are in the area!!

07/12/2024

Who knows what this is??? New class coming the end of August! Something sniffy is coming!

07/11/2024

Who would be interested in a pet CPR and first aid class held in Noblesville?

07/11/2024

Tonight's Tricks class learned "balance beam" Poppy was a little nervous at first but soon was standing on it like a queen!

07/10/2024

I have had one puppy class spot open up, class starts July 11 6PM!

Paw Partner Dog Training “Helping Dogs with their People” Positive Reinforcement Dog Training, Making life with your dog easier for both of you! Upcoming Classes-Noblesville Puppy Class In this class we will focus on puppy socialization, sit, down, recall, leash walking, drop it, leave it, place...