I was looking around for dog trainers and finally decided with smart paws. Best decision ever! I have a stubborn little corgi, who’s smart but also likes to challenge you. Darby trained him so well, and was very patient with him. She took her time to make sure he was comfortable, and took her time explaining everything. Definitley recommend smart paws!!

Smart Paws Resort and Training
St. Augustine, Florida
About Smart Paws Resort and Training
At Smart Paws Resort & Training in St. Augustine, we provide trusted boarding, daycare, grooming, retail, and professional dog training. Our suites are designed for comfort and safety, and our retail shop carries premium food, collars, and gear. Training options include obedience, behavior, and scent work, plus group classes, board-and-train, and one-on-one sessions, we even travel outside of St. Johns County for in-home training. We also host specialty seminars with expert trainers in Flyball, protection, and more. Whether your pup is here for a stay, a spa day, or advanced training, we focus on building strong bonds, providing structure, and creating a safe, fun environment.
Training & services
Training goals
- Obedience training
How training happens
- Board and train
- Group classes
- In-home training
- Private training
Dog age
- Puppies Customer-reported
Training level
- Advanced obedience
- Advanced training
Support between sessions
- Personalized training plans
Assistance and working dogs
- Protection training
Dog sports
- Flyball
- Scent work
Additional services
- Boarding
- Daycare
- Dog walking
- Grooming
Other listed services
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- Comprehensive Training Programs
- Helping Dogs
- Long Coats
- Resort & Training
- Training Training
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Questions & answers
From GoogleWhat people have asked about this business.
Hey Joey.My name is Mary Mickler.I have a re-home 2 Year old shepherd.l need to get him socialized with other dogs.Can you help me with this? I work with your favorite neighbor Lisa Porter.
Hey Mary, I doubt Joey will see this entry here. Try going to my friend list and pull him up there. I know he can help you!
Community answer · alvin farmer · 2020-09-21
I have a 5 year old Boston Terrier. She is a wonderful loving pet but doesn’t know how to get along with other dogs. She is so happy to see another dog that she jumps to kiss them but other dogs takes her actions as being aggressive. Can u help me
Jay Weinstein he can help, most definitely! Give the owner, Joey Romer, a call. You will be glad you did!
Community answer · alvin farmer · 2019-09-21
Joey is a miracle worker...dare I say...the dog whisperer... Very compassionate, professional and reasonably priced. Will be having him train and/or board our next 2 pups also.
Community answer · Janice Matrazzo · 2019-09-21
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Customer reviews
Google listingMentioned in reviews
- Friendly staff 14
- Boarding 7
- Grooming 6
- Group classes 4
- Australian shepherd 2
- Clean dog 2
All 10 topics
- Clean facility 2
- Cleanliness 2
- One on one session 2
- Reactive dog care 2
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Trainers are great and patient. We look forward to watching the changes in our Girl Lily, and ourselves as responsible pet owners.
My dog Koa has been very stubborn for training and she picked up on this very quickly! We are still early, but I am very happy with this style of training.
Samantha has been amazing to work with. Her one on one trainings have been great. Joey is wonderful too and we really enjoyed his group classes. Thank you! I highly recommend Smart Paws Obedience Training.
I've done the one on one session with Joey and it helped tremendously with my, new at the time, high energy rescue. I Am halfway through the 6 week course and we have learned so much. If it's dog related. Joey is the guy you want! He wants the best for you and your dog and shows you how to continue training at home. It's been a great experience.
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