Dave Clendenon
Training Director
With more than 40 years of experience, Dave has trained hundreds of dogs and guided tens of thousands of owners through classes and private lessons. His deep understanding of canine behavior comes from decades of hands-on work, and he looks forward to sharing that knowledge to help you build a stronger bond with your dog.
TRAINING SERVICES
PAWS Group Class (6 weeks 45 minutes)
Puppy Preschool (3-5 months) - $180
Give your puppy the best start in life with our Puppy Preschool Obedience Class! Designed for young pups in their critical learning stage, this class uses positive reinforcement to teach essential skills like sit, stay, come and polite leash walking, while addressing common challenges such as biting, jumping, and house training. Puppies will also enjoy safe, supervised socialization to build confidence and good behavior around other dogs and people.
Beginning (6 months and older) - $180
Our Beginning Obedience Class is perfect for dogs of all ages who are new to training or need a refresher on the basics. Using positive methods, we'll teach essential commands like sit, stay, come, down, and walking on a leash, while also improving focus, manners, and responsiveness. This class helps address common behavior issues such as pulling, jumping, and distractions, all in a supportive and structured environment. Whether you're starting fresh or reinforcing skills, you and your dog will build clear communication, confidence, and a strong foundation for lifelong good behavior.
Intermediate/Advance (any age) - $180
Our Intermediate/Advanced Obedience Class is designed for dogs who have mastered the basics and are ready to take their skills to the next level. This class focuses on improving reliability, and precision while introducing more advanced commands, longer stays, distance work, and real-world distractions. This class helps build a confident, well-mannered dog with dependable obedience both at home and in public.
PAWS Quick Class
Beginning (6 months and older) 4 hour Saturday Class - $180
Designed with busy schedules in mind, this course is a convenient alternative to a traditional six-week commitment. Following the same outline as the Beginning Obedience Class.
PAWS Private Lessons
At PAWS *buy 3 get 1 free - $95
At your home 10 mile radius *buy 3 get 1 free - $150
Our Private Obedience Lessons offer personalized, one-on-one training tailored to your dog's unique needs and your specific goals. Whether you're working on basic commands, addressing problem behaviors, or advancing skills, each session is customized to ensure effective, focused progress. Using positive methods, we help improve communication, build confidence, and create reliable obedience in real-life situations. Perfect for dogs who need individual attention or owners with busy schedules, these lessons provide flexible, results-driven training in a comfortable setting.
Conformation In Kennel Training
Monday - Friday 5 days stay in kennel two sessions a day - $725
Our Conformation In Kennel Training program is designed for dogs preparing for the show ring, focusing on presentation and movement according to breed standards. Dogs will learn to stack correctly, gait smoothly, and remain calm and confident during examinations. Training includes kennel manners, and conditioning. This program builds confidence, teamwork, and success in the show environment.
IN KENNEL TRAINING
Four week stay in kennel, includes a 45 minute lesson at pickup - $2900
Our In Kennel Obedience Training program provides structured, consistent training while your dog stays with us, making it ideal for busy owners or dogs who benefit from a focused learning environment. Through daily sessions using positive methods, we teach essential obedience skills such as sit, stay, come, leash manners, and proper behavior both in and out of the kennel. Dogs also develop good habits, impulse control, and confidence through routine and repetition. At the end of the program we guide owners on how to maintain and reinforce these skills at home for lasting results.