Paws Down Dog Training offers balanced dog training, board and train programs, private lessons, and behavior modification serving North Peoria, North Phoenix, and parts of Glendale AZ. Specializing in obedience training, leash training, puppy training, crate training, reactivity, impulse control, and off leash reliability for dogs of all ages and backgrounds. Unlike large facilities, your dog trains in a real home environment with hands on daily work and never spends time in a kennel. I only take two dogs at a time so your dog always has my full attention. Training is a partnership , I work with you and your dog so the results last long after our time together ends. Call or text today for a free meet and greet.
Training & services
Training goals
Behavior consultation
Canine Good Citizen preparation
Crate training
House training
Leash trainingProgram details
Have a dog or puppy that pulls, barks, or lunges when walking? Do you skip walks because they're too frustrating? We can help teach leash manners and make walks enjoyable! · Listed price: $145.00
Obedience training
Puppy trainingProgram details
New puppies aren't born knowing how to sit, stay, lay down, or even use the bathroom outside! We can help get the basic training done for your puppy so you can focus on building a loving relationship based on respect. · Listed price: $145.00
Recall training
Behavior support
Barking
Jumping upCustomer-reported
Reactivity training
Separation anxiety
How training happens
Board and trainProgram details
Have your dog or puppy stay with us and receiving training throughout the day. We only board a maximum of 2 dogs at a time, so your pup will receive individual attention and learn valuable commands, proper manners, and social skills. · Listed price: From $1,000.00
In-home training
Online or virtual training
Owner coachingCustomer-reported
Private training
Dog age
Puppies
Training level
Beginner training
Your dog’s background
Rescue dogs
Additional services
Boarding
Other listed services
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Dog trainingProgram details
Dog Training services to help with bad behavior and poor manners. This includes basic obedience, jumping, barking, pulling when walking and much more. · Listed price: $145.00
Overnight Dog Training
Send Away Dog Training
Dog Training Bootcamp
Certified Dog Trainer
Pit Bull Training
German Shepherd Training
Doodle Training
Frenchie Training
Pug Training
Husky Training
Poodle Training
Bulldog Training
Cattle Dog Training
Beagle Training
Yorkie Training
Collie Training
Mastiff Training
Cane Corso Training
Chihuahua Training
Dalmatian Training
Doberman Training
French Bulldog Training
Schnauzer Training
Corgi Training
Presa Canario Training
Rottweiler Training
Shelter Dog Training
Dog Trainer Phoenix
Dog Trainer Peoria AZ
Dog Trainer Glendale AZ
Impulse Control Training
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Questions & answers
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How long does it take to train a dog or puppy?
It depends on the dog or puppy's age, breed, and the behavior being trained. Basic obedience can take a few weeks to a few months, while advanced behavioral issues and engrained bad habits can take longer. It is also very important that the owners follow through with the strategies learned during the training sessions. If bad behaviors get to continue in the trainer's absence, training will take longer.
Community answer · Paws Down Dog Training · 2025-09-21
Private dog or puppy training sessions are $120/hour. There are discounts for purchasing 3 or 6 lesson packages. The amount of sessions needed will vary depending on the dog's specific issues that need to be resolved and the amount of follow through from the owner outside of lessons.
Community answer · Paws Down Dog Training · 2025-09-21
Absolutely! Older dogs can certainly learn new behaviors. It may take longer than with puppies due to the length of time the bad habits have been part of the dog's daily routine. With consistency and patience however, dogs of any age can be taught proper manners!
Community answer · Paws Down Dog Training · 2025-09-21
That depends on your goals and dog's needs. Basic obedience might take only a few sessions, while more complex behavioral issues may require ongoing training.
Community answer · Paws Down Dog Training · 2025-09-21
What should I do if my dog has trauma or trust issues?
Take it slow and go at the dog's pace, create a calm and predictable environment. Build trust through positive reinforcement, avoid forcing interactions, behaviors, and socialization. Don't be afraid to seek professional help from an experienced dog trainer!
Community answer · Paws Down Dog Training · 2025-09-21
5/5Rachel is absolutely phenomenal! About a month we got a puppy and had no idea what were getting ourselves into. From the extreme biting, to several potty accidents in the house. We reached out to Rachel because we didn’t know how to appropriately train our buddy! We decided to im…Read full reviewClose full review
Rachel is absolutely phenomenal! About a month we got a puppy and had no idea what were getting ourselves into. From the extreme biting, to several potty accidents in the house. We reached out to Rachel because we didn’t know how to appropriately train our buddy! We decided to immediately do a board and train with Rachel, where Benny was with Rachel for two weeks and learning fundamental skills such as how to potty outside, crate training, and how to control his impulsive, and basic obedience. Im telling you that Benny came home and is fully going potty OUTSIDE, is listening to basic commends, is so regulated and calm, and just such overall good pup. My hats off to Rachel and her fantastic work! I refer her to anyone that needs support with their animals!
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Kera Jeffers
5/5
We loved working with Rachael! We did her group puppy class for our 6 month old mini poodle. It gave our pup more confidence and it gave US more confidence I her training. We would recommend Rachael to anyone looking for a trainer in the North Valley!
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Terry Sullivan
5/5Rachel with Paws Down Dog Training was wonderful to work with. She helped us so much with puppy training, especially teaching us how to stop our dog from jumping on guests when they come into our home. After each of the three sessions, we saw noticeable improvement, which was inc…Read full reviewClose full review
Rachel with Paws Down Dog Training was wonderful to work with. She helped us so much with puppy training, especially teaching us how to stop our dog from jumping on guests when they come into our home. After each of the three sessions, we saw noticeable improvement, which was incredibly encouraging. Rachel explained everything clearly and showed us techniques we could confidently continue on our own. The key is being consistent and keeping up with the training, and she really set us up for success. I highly recommend her!
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Leah Janelle
5/5
Working with Rachael was exactly what I needed to start walking my large dog again. She gave me all the tools I needed to regain control and confidence. I’m also working on “place” so guests can come into my home without a dog in their face. In only 3 lessons, Cooper has made so much progress! We are very happy!
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Jill Wildridge
5/5
So very grateful to have found Rachael through the recommendation of Paw Posse Dog Rescue, Traci Cook. In just two sessions, we learned so much on how to be better dog parents to our puppy and Lucy took to the training like a duck to water! Rachael really cares about the dogs she works with and it shows. If you are looking for a good dog trainer, Rachael is well worth the investment!
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