Dogs Best Friend Services Apopka, Altamonte Springs, Maitland, Winter Park, Lake Mary, Sanford, Orlando and surrounding areas. For over 30 years, I have worked with all different breeds to rehabilitate behavior and obedience issues. Also, and even more importantly, trained the humans to communicate their message in a language the dog understands. A happy dog is one who learns rules, boundries, structure, limitations, discipline, and has a strong, consistent and loving human pack leader.
Training & services
Training goals
Behavior consultation
Crate training
House trainingProgram details
Potty training is the most important thing you will do when you bring home a new puppy. Here is a step-by-step guide to accomplish this quickly and effectively.
Leash training
Obedience training
Puppy training
How training happens
Group classesProgram details
Group lessons will be held at Dogtopia Doggie daycare on Some Saturday mornings throughout the month. Class size will be limited each week to insure plenty of time for one on one attention to each dog and owner.
In-home trainingProgram details
Most dog behavior problems can be dramatically improved or corrected in one 2-hour training session in your home.
Owner coachingCustomer-reported
Private training
Dog age
Puppies
Training level
Beginner training
Support between sessions
Progress reports
Additional services
Daycare
Grooming
Consultations
Free consultation
Other listed services
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Dog sitting (in-home)
Dog trainingProgram details
Our services are now more accessible than ever. Behavior and obedience training is sometimes the last thing dog owners consider when choosing a breed or gender. For example, high-energy dogs should be paired with high energy humans.
Behavioral Rehabilitation
Dog Park
Dog Rescue
Dog Showing
Doggy Boot Camp
In- Home Dog Training
In-Home Visits
Pee Pad
Personal Training
Personal Training Session
Potty Breaks
Potty Pads
Shelter Dog
Training Programs
Training Treat
Training Your Dog
Week Course
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Questions & answers
From Google
What people have asked about this business.
Should I be the Alpha dog by using brute force?
Absolutely not! The most powerful pack leaders are the ones that say and do the least. The way to gain control over your dog is to use calm relaxed quiet energy. Less is more. Besides, people who think they should “alpha role” their dog usually wind up getting bitten or scratched, or worse hurt their dog physically. There are much better ways to be your dog’s “Alpha” leader. Respect is what is lacking here. You can gain your dog’s respect by using calm, relaxed energy instead of brute force.
Why is my dog showing aggression toward people or other dogs?
Most times it's because they were not socilized when they were young. Also, they were never shown how they are supposed to act by the humans in their life. your dog may be nervous, axious, fearfull, uncertain, insecure. All these will trigger aggresion. For example, barking, growling, lunging at guests when they come in the house. Your dog isn't sure what they're supposed to do when the doorbell rings and you open the door. That uncertainty could be the cause. The dog doesn't know what to do so they go back to a primal state which is to bark growl etc. I teach people how to communicate with their dog so they know how to greet with a calm state of mind. If you have any questions, feel free to give me a call anytime.
5/5We are absolutely beyond grateful for the service Paul provided!!!! He not only had our 5 month old Australian Shepard/German Shepard mix following commands within minutes but he has taught us things that we can do ourselves to continue her training in our home so we can enjoy he…Read full reviewClose full review
We are absolutely beyond grateful for the service Paul provided!!!! He not only had our 5 month old Australian Shepard/German Shepard mix following commands within minutes but he has taught us things that we can do ourselves to continue her training in our home so we can enjoy her instead of pulling out our hair trying to make her listen. Paul has an extensive knowledge of dog’s and a wonderful caring personality. He has also assisted us with questions we had after the visit.I highly recommend Dog’s best friend to everyone with a dog of any size or breed.
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Daniel Lacanlale
5/5
Thank you Paul for helping us with our dog Zeus. Our big German shepherd dog was dragging us when we tried to walking him but Paul fixed that in just a few minutes. We no longer have to run with him when we take him out. Very happy that Paul solved our problem with only one visit!
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Alejandro Riva
5/5We have 2 small dogs with several issues to address and have been trying for years to train them through videos and articles we found online, but have been unsuccessful so far. After a 2 hour session with Paul, we were amazed by the immediate change in behaviors. Paul is amazing …Read full reviewClose full review
We have 2 small dogs with several issues to address and have been trying for years to train them through videos and articles we found online, but have been unsuccessful so far. After a 2 hour session with Paul, we were amazed by the immediate change in behaviors. Paul is amazing and really helps you understand how dogs think and how to address a variety of issues. We are very satisfied with the training and will continue to work with everything Paul taught us. I recommend Paul for anyone that has a dog period.
Thank you Paul!
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Julie Bronson
5/5Paul came to our home this past week. Our poor dog was so stranger anxious, we had no idea. Within 15 minutes, our dog was totally under Paul's spell. I call it a spell, but in reality, Paul taught us that our dog needs an alpha, and he was anxious because no one had establish…Read full reviewClose full review
Paul came to our home this past week. Our poor dog was so stranger anxious, we had no idea. Within 15 minutes, our dog was totally under Paul's spell. I call it a spell, but in reality, Paul taught us that our dog needs an alpha, and he was anxious because no one had established that with him. Once there was someone who established themselves as alpha, he was so much more relaxed and content. We had results immediately. We are still learning how to be the alpha with our sweet boy, but our home is much more relaxed with a happy, less anxiety ridden puppy! Thank you, Paul!
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Maria Martinez
5/5
Paul came to my house to help me with my two furry babies and he did a fantastic job I am still on training and so far the improvement has been impressive!
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