FirstBarkWe called Down 4 Paws because we got a new puppy and she wasn't understanding commands and had trouble staying home alone. Now she understands commands, comes when called. Pam taught me how to work with my puppy on being home alone, and what to expect when I'm away. Pam was friendly, kind, and knowledgeable! 10/10 stars
Down 4 Paws Dog Training
Norwood, Massachusetts
About Down 4 Paws Dog Training
Down 4 Paws Dog Training provides calm, relationship-based dog training for puppies and family dogs in Norwood and surrounding Massachusetts communities. Our approach combines positive reinforcement, nervous system awareness, and clear routines, enabling dogs and families to build confidence together. We specialize in practical life skills, emotional regulation, loose-leash walking, recall, and real-world manners, taught with clarity, calm, and respect. Services include private in-home training, themed workshops, and small group sessions. If you want a confident and calm connection with your dog, without pressure or overwhelm, we’re here to help.
Training & services
Training goals
- Behavior consultation
- House training
- Leash training
- Obedience training
- Puppy training
- Recall training
- Socialization
Behavior support
- Aggression training
- Barking
- Fear and confidence
- Jumping up
- Reactivity training
- Separation anxiety
How training happens
- Group classes
- In-home training
- Online or virtual training
- Owner coaching Customer-reported
- Private training
Dog age
- Adult dogs
- Puppies
- Senior dogs
Training level
- Advanced training
- Beginner training Customer-reported
Class options
- Small classes
Support between sessions
- Homework and practice
Your dog’s background
- Rescue dogs
Training approach
- Positive reinforcement
Additional services
- Daycare
Other listed services
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- Dog Sitters
- Dog Whisperer
- Dog's Manners
- Off Leash Dogs
- Specialized Training
- Training My Dogs
- Workshops & Classes
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Customer reviews
Google listing5
80 Google reviews
Mentioned in reviews
- Leash walking 8
- Personalized training 7
- Helpful trainer 6
- Obedience training 6
- Separation anxiety training 6
- Behavior modification 5
All 10 topics
- Flexible scheduling 3
- Managing energetic puppies 3
- Reactive dog training 3
- Trick training 2
Google review topics, not confirmed services.
Pamela was a great trainer, she helped my 2-year-old golden retriever pass the AKC good citizen test and improve his behavior with over excitement. She was great to work with and tailored her training to my dog and what worked for our lifestyle, and most importantly my dog loved her!
Pam at Down 4 Paws was so helpful in getting our new puppy to learn his basic skills, walking, stay, sit, leave it.. all the commands a new pup needs to be successful. Pam was highly professional our pup sure did love her!
Pam is fantastic!! She speaks dog and is kind and compassionate with their human counterpart! She is incredibly knowledgeable and gave me very useful techniques to help with my dogs situational aggression. I can’t wait to work with her again!
Pam was great training my 6 month old puppy Jackson. She was very strategic about helping me with his non-stop bouncing energy. Within weeks we had our pup under control learning all the basic commands and more importantly recall outdoors. Her calm, confident and reassuring training style did the job. I would highly recommend Pam for your pup.
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