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Hand 2 Paw Dog Training

$175
Starting price


Specific behaviors to address

Responds in about 3 hours


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About
With over 45 years of experience, I specialize in training both service dogs and family dogs. On the service side, I work with dogs that support people with balance challenges, PTSD, anxiety, and depression. I also help family dogs with behavior issues such as leash walking, excessive barking, nervous or anxious behavior, and fear of infants, toddlers, and small children. I use my own well‑behaved pack to model healthy dog‑to‑dog behavior. I truly love this work and the “ah-ha” moments when people learn how to better understand and help their own dogs. My reviews reflect my communication, training skills, and the value I bring to each client. If you’d like calmer walks, clearer communication, and a stronger bond with your dog, please reach out and let’s chat about your goals.
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Hired 379 times

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36 years in business

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2018

Services offered
Dog training package
Dog size

Extra Small (1 - 15 lbs)

Small (16 - 25 lbs)

Medium (26 - 40 lbs)

Large (41 - 70 lbs)

Dog training type

Private lessons

Board and train

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Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, responsiveness, and work quality.

Very good 4.6

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Thomas A.

Mar 20, 2026

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She got to the heart of the issue and it worked. The best thing was she brought her own dog with her as my dog would charge other dogs. He stopped that almost immediately.

Details: 1 - 2 years old • Medium (26 - 40 lbs) • Private lessons • General obedience training • Leash pulling • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Hand 2 Paw Dog Training's reply
Thomas, I was so proud of you and your new sweet rescue pup. We accomplished so much and with the help of Raggedy Anne, your dog has gone on to have great success. As always, I am here if needed.
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Marie A.

3 weeks ago

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Jennifer was amazing. She took my very large puppy who is crazy and turned him into a calm dog just wow. I would definitely recommend her 100% she will train until the dog is totally ready then she comes to your house. To make sure it all works out before she leaves.

Details: 1 - 2 years old • Extra large (70+ lbs) • I'm flexible • General obedience training • Leash pulling • Crate training • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Hand 2 Paw Dog Training's reply
Hi Marie! It was a supreme pleasure helping Cooper become more confident and balanced. What a fantastic dog he is. Keep up your great work and let me know if you need me again.
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Vanessa M.

Jan 9, 2026

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Our experience with Jennifer was great! Training a dog is also “training” the human. She was very professional and engaged with the puppies and with us immediately. She provided advice on all areas we requested. Some of the things we liked and recommend are the following: Jennifer used positive reinforcement, which is what we use at home. We had challenges with the potty training and the jumping in our puppies and she provided insights on our behaviors and how to modify them to be more effective in our dogs. She is also funny and respectful. This was an emergency call and she accommodated us in her schedule. If there are changes she will keep you updated. Very positive experience!

Details: 0 - 6 months old • Extra Small (1 - 15 lbs) • Private lessons • Puppy training • House training • Crate training • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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Randy C.

Jan 31, 2026

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Jennifer was very responsive and kept me up to date with my dog’s progress. I got the dog back much more calm than he was prior to the training. I would recommend Hand to Paw training.

Details: 6 - 12 months old • Medium (26 - 40 lbs) • Board and train at a facility • General obedience training • Leash pulling • Barking • Chewing • Digging • At the pro’s location

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Michael m.

Dec 19, 2025

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Details: 1 - 2 years old • Large (41 - 70 lbs) • Private lessons • General obedience training • Leash pulling • Barking • Crate training • My home, venue, etc.

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Jennifer Sharpe

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