Progress 4 Paws offers positive reinforcement based dog training services. Owner Alison Schaefer, CPDT-KA, ABCDT, has over 10 plus years of experience working with dogs and their owners. Alison is an AKC Canine Good Citizen and Trick dog evaluator, and a member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT). She has 4 dogs who she participates in a variety of dog sports and activities with. Progress 4 Paws mission is to connect dogs and people. Offering in home private sessions and online training courses through HappyTails University.
Training & services
Training goals
Behavior consultation
Canine Good Citizen preparation
House training
Leash training
Obedience training
Puppy training
Socialization
Behavior support
Counter surfing
Reactivity training
Resource guarding
Separation anxiety
How training happens
Group classes
Online or virtual training
Private training
Dog age
Puppies
Support between sessions
Personalized training plans
Dog sports
Rally obedience
Scent work
Trick training
Your dog’s background
Rescue dogs
Training approach
Positive reinforcement
Additional services
Daycare
Dog walking
Other listed services
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Akc Programs
Canine Fitness
Dog Jumps
Pet Cpr
Problem Behaviors
Training Walks
Tricks Canine
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Business-stated qualifications
Qualifications stated by the business, not independently verified.
Owner Alison Schaefer
CPDT-KA
Training team
APDT membership
Questions & answers
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How are you training pitbulls to stop being aggressive towards other dogs?
Hello Sandra. I would need to get some more information about the situation to determine the best training approach. I’d be happy to discuss further with you if you want to give me a call.
5/5Alison is truly exceptional. She is incredibly knowledgeable, detail-oriented, and brings such thoughtful insights to every session. Her communication is clear, timely, and encouraging—you always know why something works, not just what to do.
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Alison is truly exceptional. She is incredibly knowledgeable, detail-oriented, and brings such thoughtful insights to every session. Her communication is clear, timely, and encouraging—you always know why something works, not just what to do.
Beyond her expertise, Alison is genuinely personable and a joy to work with. She has an amazing ability to read dogs and humans alike, tailoring her approach with patience and precision. Watching her work feels like witnessing a true dog whisperer in action.
We’ve seen meaningful progress and gained so much confidence thanks to her guidance. If you’re looking for a trainer who combines deep expertise with warmth, intuition, and results, Alison is simply the best.
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Siri
5/5
I hired Alison because I was struggling with all kinds of issues with my dog. Alison is incredibly knowledgeable and patient. She not only worked with my dog, but also taught me how to better communicate with my dog. Her training is tailored to your needs and with each session she leaves you notes, which are very helpful. I highly recommend Alison of Progressive Paws.
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Cody
5/5
Alison is incredibly thorough, attentive and caring towards the animals she trains and educates the animal’s owner on how to train them and work with them to get superior outcomes. Highly recommended. We hope to work with Alison for a while to come.
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SPECTER GADGET (SPECTER-727)
5/5
Alison was great with our training. She helped turn our walking time into fun time. There were a few other things she helped us with and those were very helpful. I would highly recommend Alison to be any one’s first choice with dog training.
Me Shiree and Thanos really appreciate her help
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Nufar Sharon
5/5I had the pleasure of working with Alison at Progress4Paws, and I cannot recommend her dog training services highly enough! From the very first session, it was clear that Alison truly cared about me and my dog. Her approach is patient, positive, and incredibly effective.
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I had the pleasure of working with Alison at Progress4Paws, and I cannot recommend her dog training services highly enough! From the very first session, it was clear that Alison truly cared about me and my dog. Her approach is patient, positive, and incredibly effective.
The training techniques she recommended and utilized were not only easy to follow but also tailored specifically to my dog's personality and needs. My dog, who is a little stubborn has made remarkable progress in just a few weeks. Alison took the time to explain the reasoning behind each exercise and provided ongoing support, which made me feel empowered as a pet parent.
What really stood out was how kind and compassionate Alison is with dogs. My dog loved her! She created a calm and structured environment that fostered trust, and it’s evident in the way my dog has responded to the training.
Whether you’re working on basic commands, behavioral issues, or something more advanced, this training program is a game-changer. It’s not just about teaching your dog; it’s about building a stronger, more positive relationship with your dog. If you're looking for a top-notch dog trainer, look no further—Alison with Progress4Paws is the real deal!
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