FirstBarkMaddie is EXCELLENT. Even just after our initial session I feel so much more hopeful about my dog and getting the help he needs. She was incredibly informative and patient and allowed me to ask many questions. We are fortunate to have found her and I look forward to seeing how my dog’s behavior improves with her help.
Paws for Thought Dog Training
New York, New York
About Paws for Thought Dog Training
At Paws for Thought Dog Training, we provide positive-reinforcement based training services tailored to you and your dog. We prioritize a dog-first mentality by identifying what aspects of a dog’s environment, genetic predisposition, and temperament will play a role in determining long-term success. We also account for each human’s unique priorities, capabilities, and lifestyles. Through this lens, we are able to create behavior solutions and training plans that move the human-dog team towards success.
Training & services
Training goals
- Behavior consultation
- Crate training
- House training
- Leash training
- Obedience training
- Socialization
Behavior support
- Cooperative care
- Fear and confidence
- Reactivity training
- Resource guarding
- Separation anxiety
How training happens
- Group classes
- In-home training
- Online or virtual training
Program details
Virtual training sessions are tailored to out-of-area clients and those who have particularly sensitive dogs that may not be in the best learning position with a new person in their home. Virtual training sessions mirror in-home sessions in both form and function.
- Private training
Program details
During our in-home training sessions, we first gather background information to build a thorough understanding of the dog and human's needs. We then create a customized training plan and help you implement this training plan with a combination of follow-up and homeschool sessions.
Dog age
- Puppies
Support between sessions
- Personalized training plans
Your dog’s background
- Rescue dogs
Training approach
- Balanced training
- Positive reinforcement
Consultations
- Free consultation
Other listed services
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- Animal Behavior
- Animal Behaviorist
- Behavior Solutions
- Behavioral Challenges
- Dog Behaviorist
- Dog Family
- Dog Run
- Dog's Behavior
- Electronic Collars
- Helping Dogs
- Home Dog Training
- New Dog
- Pack Training
- Personalized Training
- Phone Consultation
- Positive Behavior Change
- Potty Break
- Teaching Your Dog
- Training Lessons
- Training Sessions
- Training Training
- Training Your Dog
- Vet Visits Class
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Customer reviews
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60 Google reviews
Mentioned in reviews
- Understanding dog behavior 7
- Detailed notes 6
- Reactivity training 5
- Separation anxiety training 5
- Clear guidance 4
- Leash walking 4
All 10 topics
- Positive reinforcement 4
- Private training 4
- Aggressive behavior 3
- City noise training 2
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Maddie is a consumate professional. She is extremely skilled and knowledgeable and has a wonderful way of relating to pets. She is also kind and compassionate and listens to the special needs of the owners. Maddie was superb in working with my very reactive Shih Tzu. I would highly recommend her for any type of puppy/dog training
We hired Maddie on the recommendation of our vet. I am so glad we did. Our dog has several different issues, fear of noises, not always coming when called, fearful. Maddie was such a professional, she always had solutions for us to work with our dog. I really don’t know where we would be if Maddie had not come to the rescue!
Working with Maddie of Paws for Thought has been so informative and helpful with my fearful and anxious Coton de Tulear. Maddie is so patient in teaching me how to work with my pup to redirect his aggressive behavior for calmer responses towards other dogs. She has a genuine interest in helping our 20 month old achieve a positive change and an equal interest in helping us live with a happier boy.
Maddie is an incredible dog trainer. We had three sessions with her and she really helped our puppy Zuma become less anxious and easier to take care of overall. She taught us valuable techniques to deal with his separation anxiety and resource guarding that we will continue to us…Read full reviewClose full review
Maddie is an incredible dog trainer. We had three sessions with her and she really helped our puppy Zuma become less anxious and easier to take care of overall. She taught us valuable techniques to deal with his separation anxiety and resource guarding that we will continue to use moving forward. We would recommend her to anyone and everyone who is struggling with a challenging pup or just wants to learn helpful tips and tricks/best practices for caring for dogs. She is calm, patient and understanding in her approach and a great listener. She also has years of experience under her belt, and it shows. We are truly indebted to her and are so grateful for her help. Thank you, Maddie!
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