Pawfection Dog Training

23/07/2024

Pawfection therapy dogs spreading the love for the staff of Lu Lu Lemon, Orlando today

19/07/2024

NEW THERAPY COURSE SIGN UP! Course starts Wednesday September 4th 2024 and will run until April 2025

All of our courses are named after Canine heroes.

This course will be named “Conan” in honor of the Military Special ops team Canine who raced through an underground tunnel in Syria to confront and neutralize Islamic State leader and terrorist Abu Bakr al Baghdadi. On the dog’s approach Baghdadi detonated a su***de vest killing himself and three children ans caused the tunnel to collapse injuring Conan in the process.

Orientation will be at West Oaks Academy School AD Mims Road Orlando at 7pm

The course is of 7 months duration and consists 120 hours training (40 hours tutored mandatory visits, 70 hours personal training and 10 hours mentored training) it will certificate AKC Canine good citizen (CGC) AKC CGC (Advanced) and AKC CGC (Urban) as well as the Pawfection final public access test at Disney Springs. There will also be 3 multiple choice theory quizzes for the handler (dont worry they are designed to teach you not fail you) In 2025 teams will also be recognised as AKC Therapy dogs.

Times, days and locations for the tutored visits vary throughout the course but the course allows for a great degree of flexibility for you as we know you have busy lives.

The standard of Pawfection therapy dogs is the highest in the the USA bar none and this is reflected in the number and variety of groups and organizations that request our dog’s attendance. Our qualified teams currently visit over 70 locations helping, children, the elderly, Veterans, first responders and hospital patients. West are in partnership with the VA, Disney Make a wish, Orlando City soccer, Seminole County Sheriffs office, Orange and Seminole County Fire departments and many more high profile organizations. Our teams receive fully comprehensive insurance and are more qualified, experienced and trusted than ANY other therapy dog organization in the Country

The course is $150 per month for the 7 months (paid monthly) and dogs may have more than one handler participating.

Dogs must be over 7 months old at the commencement of the course and not aggressive towards humans or other dogs. Males demonstrating dominant behavior that would interfere with thier performance or the performance of others must be neutered by the time they reach 12 months.

Dogs intending to join this course are able to attend a “pre therapy” obedience course concentrating on obedience and control skills required for successful completion of the therapy team course in preparation for the course should they wish ($160 for 6 weeks) this will be at either the Oviedo or Winter Springs training venues. Many find this a great help.

Please add your details including a phone number suitable for texting and your dogs name age and breed below if you wish to embark on this unique and exciting journey!

Pawfection dog training is now recognized as the premier therapy dog training course in the USA. Nobody matches our standards, professionalism or service delivery which is why our teams are so sought after and are asked to visit venues and groups not open to other therapy dog teams.

If you are up to the challenge …. Welcome to the Pawfection therapy family!

06/06/2024

Today marks the 80th anniversary of the turning point of World War 2 and the ultimate sacrifice made by over 4000 allied troops who gave up their “today” for our “tomorrow” on the bloodstained beaches of France. The bravery of our Grandfathers and Great Grandfathers has given us the freedom we so often take for granted. We should take a moment today to spare a thought for those selfless warriors of the greatest generation and give thanks for the life we enjoy because of them.

21/05/2024

Congratulations to Pawfection Therapy team Ann and Mindy who received the Frist humanitarian award from HCA Lake Nona Hospital!

13/05/2024

Following the launch last week of the Apollo therapy course we are excited to announce that there is an opportunity for 6 dogs to join Apollo 2 - orientation June 5th. We are aware that there were some people who are as lost with technology as I am who found the sign up system difficult to navigate. In a bold leap back to the old days all you have to do is put your name (names if there are more than one handler), dog’s name and a cell phone number in the comments below to sign up! We will do all the rest. Apollo 2 will merge with Apollo 1 under the tutelage of master therapy trainer Sally and will enjoy a Christmas graduation. Jump on while you can! Any questions about the course just search Apollo course on this page or call us on 407 456 1066.

07/05/2024

For the long suffering, hard working and often unsung heroes of healthcare
Thank you all for all you do for us when we are at our lowest!

07/05/2024

Pawfection dog training’s 20 years Police K9 and Pet dog training experience in 2 continents with over 30,000 dogs trained means a no risk investment for success.
We have earned the qualifications that can’t be bought and we make it affordable for you so your dog doesnt get given up!

For behavioral issues we train you and your dog in your home where the problems exist because we believe board and train is unrealistic, outrageously expensive, ineffective and you should never let your dog be trained out of your sight as you don’t know what is being done to them.

Nothing we do is going to harm your dog and nothing is going to make them fear you, and we give you a lifetime of support for free!

05/05/2024

2 of Saturday’s classes readying themselves for a Cinco de Mayo Tequila shot Sunday!

05/05/2024

¡Domingo de shots de tequila y siesta! con amor de parte de tu familia Pawfection

27/04/2024

Dogs and handlers from 3 of our 8 Saturday class groups! Surely this many people couldn’t be wrong when deciding who has the best training in Orlando!! Family furry fun every Saturday in beautiful Shane Kelly Park custom built training area. Oviedo only $26 a week!

26/04/2024

Every Saturday - classes from 7am to 11am all welcome! Seriously the most fun your dog can have with it’s fur on! (Pssst.….. and the best training in Central Florida bar none! 🤫) Only $160 for 6 weeks (that’s just $26 a week)

14/04/2024

This may be the last course of the year so don’t get left behind! “Apollo course” Runs May to December 2024.

14/04/2024

Congratulations to “Queenie” course 2023-4 for successfully passing their AKC CGC U testing today one final test at Disney in 2 weeks before graduation takes the number of Pawfection therapy teams above 120. If you would like to join the teams with the highest standards in the USA serving the community we have a new course stating on May 8th!

06/04/2024

Pawfection grou training in Oviedo April 6th 2024

01/04/2024

Don’t just take our word for what we can do ……

31/03/2024

Thank you from Make-A-Wish to all those Pawfection therapy dogs who helped provide enough money for 48 new wishes for terminally ill children!

30/03/2024

Pawfection therapy dogs supporting the National Vietnam veterans Memorial Day

30/03/2024

Pawfection therapy dogs in partnership with “Make-A-Wish”. Come and join the 100+ teams we have in over 70 locations in the community - new course starts early May 2024!

26/03/2024

https://youtu.be/mXUHNUmJXmo?si=SEtZCYDQHWDitmbd

When you are choosing a dog trainer, experience counts for everything. The same applies to the dogs.

12/03/2024

NEW THERAPY DOG COURSE STARTS 5/8/24! Welcome to “APOLLO 24”

The first course of 2024 is coming!

NEW THERAPY COURSE SIGN UP! Course starts Wednesday April 17th 2024 and will run until November 2024

Orientation will be at West Oaks Academy School AD Mims Road Orlando at 7.30pm.

Your Instructors will be Troy and Sally, who are both extremely experienced Therapy handlers and trainers and highly valued by the Pawfection family.

When you rescue a dog you never know if the the life you save may be your own.

This year our course names will honor rescue dogs who saved their rescuers. The names will run alphabetically through the year.

Course number 1 of 24 will honor “Apollo” a fearless young Pit Bull pup who saved his 18 year old owner when she was attacked in Brooklyn while out on her own in a local park.

The course is of 7 months duration and consists 110 hours training (30 hours tutored mandatory visits, 60 hours personal training and 10 hours mentored training and 10 hours advanced environmental training.

The course will certify the teams in the AKC Canine good citizen (CGC) AKC CGC A (Advanced) and AKC CGC U (Urban) as well as the Pawfection final public access test at Disney Springs. There will also be 3 multiple choice theory tests for the handler (taken online).

Times, days and locations for the tutored visits vary throughout the course but the course allows for a great degree of flexibility for you as we know you have busy lives.

The standard of Pawfection therapy dogs is the highest in the the USA bar none and this is reflected in the number and variety of groups and organizations that request our dog’s attendance including a partnership with Disney’s Make-A-Wish foundation for terminally ill children.

The course is $150 per month for the 7 months and dogs may have more than one handler participating.

Dogs must be over 9 months old at the commencement of the course and not aggressive towards humans or other dogs. Following graduation Males must be neutered to qualify to join the Pawfection teams.

Dogs 7-9 months or indeed older are invited to attend a “pre therapy” obedience course concentrating on obedience and control skills required for successful completion of the therapy team course in preparation for an upcoming course. These will be on a Saturday morning at either Winter Springs or Oviedo training venues and provide an excellent opportunity to

Please fill out the form link below if you wish to embark on this unique and exciting journey!

if you would like to sign up please fill out the form
https://forms.office.com/r/MPJiDbFfjX

Please feel free to add a picture of your dog as well as we’d love to see our future smile makers!

Pawfection dog training is now recognized as the premier therapy dog training course in the USA. Nobody matches our standards or service delivery which is why our teams are so sought after and are asked to visit venues and groups not open to other therapy dog teams.

If you are up to the challenge …. Welcome to APOLLO 24!

02/03/2024

Darryl talks about the impending new proposed Florida State Dangerous Dogs Act on the Jim Colbert show …

Darryl Payne with Pawfection Dog Training joins us once again to answer listeners’ questions about their dog’s behavior, and to also share some funny stories about his time as a K9 officer at Buckingham Palace. To book your training appointment, go to www.pawfectiondogtraining.com or call (507) ...

13/12/2023

Holiday season safety tips for pet owners:
(credit - American veterinary Mesical Association)

Winter holiday pet safety

Plan in advance

Make sure you know how to get to your 24/7 emergency veterinary clinic before there's an emergency. Talk with your veterinarian in advance to find out where you would need to take your pet, and plan your travel route so you're not trying to find your way when stressed. Always keep these numbers posted in an easy-to-find location in case of emergencies:

Your veterinarian's clinic phone number

24/7 emergency veterinary clinic (if different)

ASPCA Poison Control Center: 888-426-4435

Pet Poison Helpline: 855-764-7661

Food
Keep people food away from pets, and instruct everyone else to do the same. If you want to share holiday treats with your pets, make or buy treats formulated just for them. The following people foods are especially dangerous for pets:

> Chocolate is an essential part of holidays for many people, but it is toxic to dogs and cats. It's safest to consider all chocolate off limits for pets, even though the harm it can cause varies based on the type of chocolate, the size of your pet, and the amount eaten.

>Other sweets and baked goods also should be kept out of reach. Not only are they often too rich for pets; they may contain the artificial sweetener xylitol, which has been linked to liver failure and death in dogs.

>Table scraps – including gravy, sauces, dressing, and meat or poultry fat or skin – should be kept away from pets. During the holidays, when our own diets tend toward extra-rich foods, table scraps can be especially hard for pets to digest and can cause pancreatitis.

>Bones can cause choking or intestinal blockage. Plus, many foods that are healthy for people are poisonous to pets,

including onions, raisins, grapes.

>Unbaked yeast dough can cause problems for pets, including painful gas and potentially dangerous BLOATING

Quick action can save lives.
Signs that your pet may have eaten something they shouldn't have include; sudden behavior changes, depression, pain, loss of appetite, vomiting, diarrhea.

If your pet has any of these signs, call your veterinarian or nearest veterinary emergency clinic immediately.
You can also call
The ASPCA Poison Control Center (888-426-4435) or The Pet Poison Helpline (855-764-7661); note that a fee may apply.

DECORATING

Holiday plants, lights, candles, and other decorations can make the holidays festive, but they also pose risky temptations for our pets.

Ornaments can cause hazards for pets.

>Breakable ornaments can cause injuries, and swallowed ornaments can cause intestinal blockage or illness.
Keep any ornaments, including those made from salt-based dough or other food-based materials, out of reach of pets.

>Tinsel, ribbons, wreaths, and other decorative materials also can be tempting for pets to play with and eat.
These items whether swallowed in whole or in part can cause choking or intestinal blockage.

>Christmas trees can tip over if pets climb on them or try to play with the lights and ornaments.
Consider tying your tree to the ceiling or a doorframe using fishing line to secure it and the use of a puppy pen around the tree to protect gifts under it.

> Water additives for Christmas trees can be hazardous to your pets if swallowed.
Avoid adding anything to the water for your tree if you have pets in the house.

>Electric lights can cause burns when a curious pet chews the electrical cords.

>Candles and oil lamps are attractive to pets as well as people.
Never leave a pet alone in an area with a lit candle or lamp; it could result in a fire.

>Flowers and festive plants can result in an emergency veterinary visit if your pet gets hold of them. Poinsettias, amaryllis, mistletoe, balsam, pine, cedar, holly
are among the common holiday plants that can be dangerous and even poisonous to pets who eat them.

The ASPCA offers lists of plants that are toxic to dogs and cats.

>Potpourris should be kept out of reach of inquisitive pets. Liquid potpourris pose risks because they contain essential oils and other ingredients that can severely damage your pet's mouth, eyes and skin. Non-liquid potpourris containing flowers, leaves, bark, herbs, and/or spices could cause problems if eaten.

HOSTING PARTIES OR VISITORS

>Visitors can upset pets, as can the noise and excitement of holiday parties and any celebratory fireworks.

>Even pets that aren't normally shy may become nervous in the hubbub that can accompany a holiday gathering.

The following tips will reduce emotional stress on your pet and protect your guests from possible injury.

>All pets should have access to a comfortable, quiet place indoors if they want to retreat.
Make sure your pet has a room or crate somewhere away from the commotion, where your guests won't follow, that your pet can go to anytime they want to get away.

>Inform your guests ahead of time that you have pets or if other guests may be bringing pets to your house.
Guests with allergies or weakened immune systems (due to pregnancy, disease, or medications/ treatments that suppress the immune system) need to be aware of the pets (especially exotic pets) in your home so they can take any needed precautions to protect themselves.

>Guests with pets? If guests ask to bring their own pets and you don't know how the pets will get along, you can either politely decline their request or plan to spend some time helping the pets to get to know each other, supervising their interactions, monitoring for signs of a problem, and taking action to avoid injuries to pets or people.

>Pets that are nervous around visitors should be put it in another room with a favorite toy.

>If your pet is particularly upset by houseguests, talk to your veterinarian about possible solutions to this common problem.

>Exotic pets make some people uncomfortable and may themselves be more easily stressed by gatherings. Keep exotic pets safely away from the holiday hubbub.

>Watch the exits.
Even if your pets are comfortable around guests, make sure you watch them closely, especially when people are entering or leaving your home.

>While you're welcoming hungry guests and collecting coats, a four-legged family member may make a break for it out the door and become lost.

>Identification tags and microchips reunite families.
Make sure your pet has proper identification with your current contact information – particularly a microchip with registered up-to-date, information. That way, if your pet does sneak out, they're more likely to be returned to you. If your pet isn't already microchipped, talk to your veterinarian about the benefits of this simple procedure.

>Clear the food from your table, counters and serving areas when you are done using them and make sure the trash gets put where your pet can't reach it.
A carcass or large quantity of meat sitting out on the carving table, or left in a trash container that is easily opened, could endanger your pet if eaten. Dispose of carcasses and bones – and anything used to wrap or tie the meat, such as strings, bags and packaging – in a covered, tightly secured trash bag placed in a closed trash container outdoors (or behind a closed, locked door).

>Trash should be cleared away where pets can't reach it – especially sparkly ribbon and other packaging or decorative items that could be tempting for your pet to play with or eat.

WHEN YOU LEAVE THE HOUSE

>Unplug decorations while you're not around.
Cats, dogs and other pets are often tempted to chew electrical cords.

>Take out the trash to make sure your pets can't get to it, especially if it contains any food or food scraps.

HOLIDAY TRAVEL

Whether you take your pets with you or leave them behind, take these precautions to safeguard them whenever you're traveling. Learn more about traveling with pets.

>Interstate and international travel regulations require any pet you bring with you to have a health certificate from your veterinarian – even if you are traveling by car.
Learn the requirements for any states or countries you will visit or pass through, and schedule an appointment with your veterinarian to get the needed certificate within the timeframes required by those destinations. (Even Santa's reindeer need to get health certificates for their annual flight around the world!)

>Pets in vehicles should always be safely restrained and should never be left alone in the car in any weather. Proper restraint means using a secure harness or a carrier, placed in a location clear of airbags. Never transport your pet in the bed of a truck. If you're traveling by air and considering bringing your pet with you, talk with your veterinarian first. Certain pets, such as short-nosed dogs and cats, may have difficulty with air travel. Your veterinarian is the best person to advise you regarding your own pet's ability to travel.
Pack for your pet as well as yourself if you're going to travel together. In addition to your pet's food and medications, this includes bringing copies of their medical records, information to help identify your pet if they become lost, first aid supplies, and other items.

BOARDING YOUR DOG WHILE YOU TRAVEL?
Talk with your veterinarian to find out whether and how to protect your pet from canine flu and other contagious diseases, and to make sure your pet is up-to-date on vaccines.

06/12/2023

Please remember we are getting close to the start of the new Pawfection therapy course in January! Sign up can be found on the Pawfection dog training members page on groups or add your name and a contact number below and the trainers will reach out to you directly.

31/10/2023

Today Pawfection therapy dogs showcased at the Florida Division International Association for identification forensics conference to promote mental health support for support staff and services of law enforcement first responders, a group of dedicated unsung heroes and professionals who often slip quietly Intonthe background of traumatic incidents.
The teams truly displayed the merits of professional training and the values that Pawfection requires and maintains. We look forward to partnering with critical incident care teams to provide immediate pastoral care to responders dealing with traumatic incidents.

04/10/2023

Hear Darryl Payne’s latest radio segment for real radio 104.1 here

Darryl Payne from Pawfection Dog Training joins us to once again tackle listeners’ questions about their dogs behavior. This time, he covers sudden aggressiveness in a group of dogs, to a pup so nervous she won’t go outside, and everything in between. Book your training appointment at www.pawfec...

25/09/2023

Huge congratulations to our newest graduates of the Pawfection Therapy dog program who passes their final access test in Disney Springs yesterday. They all performed beautifully and were a huge hit with the visitors and staff alike! This now swells our therapy team numbers to over 100!

18/09/2023

Saturday our amazing therapy dog teams were proud to wave off and then welcome back the veterans at Orlando International Airport on the honor flight ….

18/09/2023

Our therapy dog teams provide over 10,000 hours a year free of charge in the community for people in need. We are immensely proud of their dedication, kindness and professionalism. With over 7 months initial training they are the most highly trained in the country and set the bar high when it comes to standards.
Saturday we partnered with real radio’s Jim Colbert show at the Suds Pups and pints event in aid of the Lake County humane society to help with animal rescue.

18/09/2023

So proud to have been a part of this great event for an amazing cause with our incredible therapy dog teams who do so much in the community free of charge for those in need

17/07/2023

Pawfection Therapy dogs spread some love to 14 or more residents at Palmetto Landing tonight. This is a new venue for us and am looking forward to a long lasting relationship .