Fun Paw Care Dog Training

Man oh man, Russ is phenomenal. My dog, Barb, and I are lucky to have partnered with Russ the last two weeks for bootcamp. First, his daily reports and resources he provides are informative, up to date, and easy to follow. Second, his daily uploads of photos/videos with commentary is so helpful, my mom knew exactly the number of content uploaded every day. I recently adopted a 4-year old female rottweiler from a shelter and had not had any basic training, positive engagement/enrichment from humans, and is aggressive and dangerous. Additionally, she resource guards outdoor trash bins, making it impossible to get her on walks. After being with Russ on his ranch, Barb was avoiding trash bins within a day through recall and tons of TLC. He was able to learn more of Barb's triggers and address them to educate me and those in our household. We very much look forward to working with Russ very soon!

I am so grateful that I've found Russ. He is so knowledgeable, offers a ton of free resources and guidance online, and has been very communicative with me since we've started. I have a human and dog reactive GSD mix with a high prey drive and an aggressive cat, and I've lived in a divided home for 2 years. It's really difficult to find someone who specializes in both, and I'm so grateful for Russ helping me in slowly introducing my babies so I can finally have a peaceful home. Thank you Russ!

I can’t recommend Fun Paw Care enough! Russell is incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and genuinely cares about both the dogs and their owners. From the very beginning, he treated me like a friend and cared for my dog as if he were his own. My dog struggled with anxiety and other behavioral issues, and Russell went above and beyond while boarding him. Not only did he provide exceptional care, but he also shared so much helpful advice and guidance that has made a real difference in my dog’s behavior and confidence. It’s rare to find someone who is so passionate, patient, and experienced. You can tell Russell truly loves what he does, and it shows in the way he cares for every dog. I have complete trust in Fun Paw Care and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to anyone looking for a safe, loving, and knowledgeable place for their dog. Thank you, Russell, for everything you’ve done for us!

When my wife and I brought our newborn home after a very taxing birth, we were overwhelmed—and honestly, scared. Our dog was far too interested in the baby, and we didn’t know what to do. We were worried we might have to rehome him. Then we found Russ. From the start, Russ took incredible care of our dog, but what really stood out was how thoughtful and thorough his approach was. He trained using positive reinforcement, worked extensively on “stay,” and even incorporated recordings of baby cries into sessions so our dog could safely acclimate. It was clear he wasn’t just going through the motions—he was thinking deeply about our real-life situation. What we didn’t expect was how much Russ would help us, too. He guided us through the process with patience and clarity, almost like a behaviorist for the whole family. He helped diagnose underlying issues like fear and separation anxiety, and gave us tools—not just quick fixes—that we could actually carry forward. Russ went far beyond what we thought was possible. He was incredibly available, supportive when we needed him most, and genuinely invested in our outcome. We stayed consistent with the training and supplements he recommended, and the transformation has been unbelievable. The dog we were once afraid we might lose is now safely and lovingly part of our family in a whole new way. We’re closer than ever—and we truly have Russ to thank for that. He’s not just a trainer. He’s a lifesaver.