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Best Paw Forward K9 Training

Richmond, Virginia

4.8/5· 62 Google reviews

About Best Paw Forward K9 Training

I hate seeing pet owners struggle. You shouldn’t have to. It’s not why you got a dog in the first place, right?! We’ll work together to help you achieve a lifestyle where you can enjoy your calmer, more behaved dog - the best dog he/she is capable of., puppy training, and board and train services for you and your dog, from mild to troubling behaviors.

Training & services

Training goals

  • Crate training
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  • House training
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  • Leash training Customer-reported
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  • Obedience training
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  • Puppy training
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  • Recall training Customer-reported
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Behavior support

  • Aggression training
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  • Counter surfing
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  • Reactivity training
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How training happens

  • Board and train
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  • Owner coaching Customer-reported
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Dog age

  • Adult dogs
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  • Puppies
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Additional services

  • Boarding
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Other listed services

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  • Behavior Rehabilitation
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  • Fur Baby
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  • In-Home Pet Sitters
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  • Pet Sitter
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  • Senior Care
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Customer reviews

Google listing
4.8
out of 562 Google reviews

Mentioned in reviews

  • confidence building 19
  • board and train 14
  • calmer dog 6
  • leash training 6
  • general obedience 5
  • confident dog 4
All 10 topics
  • listening to commands 4
  • prong collar training 3
  • reactive dog 3
  • dog socialization 2

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62 collected reviews

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Morgan Francis
5/5
Pat has been wonderful to work with. She has helped us navigate training our puppy who was very shut down when we rescued him. Pat helped Chewie come out of his shell more and become more confident in himself. We have taken the skills learned and applied them once he came home…Read full reviewClose full review

Pat has been wonderful to work with. She has helped us navigate training our puppy who was very shut down when we rescued him. Pat helped Chewie come out of his shell more and become more confident in himself. We have taken the skills learned and applied them once he came home and have been able to take Chewie with us more places. We are very happy with the training we all received. Thank you, Pat!

Junieth Rodman
5/5
We couldn't be happier with the training Pat provided for our dog, Moose! We wanted to prepare Moose for some big changes ahead, as we are expecting a baby soon and needed him to feel calm, confident and responsive to commands. Pat's guidance helped Moose become a well-behaved do…Read full reviewClose full review

We couldn't be happier with the training Pat provided for our dog, Moose! We wanted to prepare Moose for some big changes ahead, as we are expecting a baby soon and needed him to feel calm, confident and responsive to commands. Pat's guidance helped Moose become a well-behaved dog on the leash, more comfortable with new situations, and attentive to us. Moose has come a long way, and with Pat's help, we now have the tools and confidence to continue his progress at home. This training has truly given Moose a better, more fulfilling life, and we are incredibly grateful. Highly recommend Pat to anyone looking to help their dog thrive!

Cara Brown
5/5
Pat has been amazing! She is extremely knowledgeable and dedicated. I rescued a 8 month old puppy, Strawberry, and was overwhelmed about where to start. Prior to her boarding, Pat gave me many tips to begin working with her at home. Throughout her board and train, Pat gave me upd…Read full reviewClose full review

Pat has been amazing! She is extremely knowledgeable and dedicated. I rescued a 8 month old puppy, Strawberry, and was overwhelmed about where to start. Prior to her boarding, Pat gave me many tips to begin working with her at home. Throughout her board and train, Pat gave me updates and was always positive about her training throughout the whole experience. Strawberry is home now and the difference is amazing. She is a high energy, anxious dog who was not able to relax unless she was in her crate. She is now able to find her calm both in the house and in public, and though she still has a long way to go, I now have the knowledge necessary to uphold and further her training. I also know I have a support system for life with Pat, cannot recommend her enough!

Amanda Pearson
5/5
Pat has done wonders with my 6 month old Golden Retriever boy! He started resource guarding things around the house he wasn’t supposed to have (paper towels, trash, etc) and I immediately knew something had to be done. I have had Red back for a week now and he is like a new dog! …Read full reviewClose full review

Pat has done wonders with my 6 month old Golden Retriever boy! He started resource guarding things around the house he wasn’t supposed to have (paper towels, trash, etc) and I immediately knew something had to be done. I have had Red back for a week now and he is like a new dog! Training is always a continuous process but he is making huge strides towards success, all thanks to Pat! I have recommended several friends and will continue to do so. Thank you Pat!

Christina Wilson
5/5

Lucy 7 pound Havernese was 6 months old when I left her with Pat to be trained. I picked Lucy up after 3 weeks. Lucy has learned her”place” and behaves. She still tries to test me, I am trying to stay the course. I plan to continue to work with Pat to help me the human be a better “ mom”. I give Pat of best paw forward k9 5 stars plus another 5 stars!

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