FirstBarkRachael has done amazing things for my dog! She is great to work with and I recommend her to everyone! Training your dog is a lot of work but Racheal really guides you through the whole process wonderfully!
Paws Down Dog Training
Phoenix, Arizona
About Paws Down Dog Training
Paws Down Dog Training offers balanced dog training, board and train programs, private lessons, and behavior modification serving North Peoria, North Phoenix, and parts of Glendale AZ. Specializing in obedience training, leash training, puppy training, crate training, reactivity, impulse control, and off leash reliability for dogs of all ages and backgrounds. Unlike large facilities, your dog trains in a real home environment with hands on daily work and never spends time in a kennel. I only take two dogs at a time so your dog always has my full attention. Training is a partnership , I work with you and your dog so the results last long after our time together ends. Call or text today for a free meet and greet.
Training & services
Training goals
- Behavior consultation
- Canine Good Citizen preparation
- Crate training
- House training
- Leash training
Program details
Have a dog or puppy that pulls, barks, or lunges when walking? Do you skip walks because they're too frustrating? We can help teach leash manners and make walks enjoyable! · Listed price: $145.00
- Obedience training
- Puppy training
Program details
New puppies aren't born knowing how to sit, stay, lay down, or even use the bathroom outside! We can help get the basic training done for your puppy so you can focus on building a loving relationship based on respect. · Listed price: $145.00
- Recall training
Behavior support
- Barking
- Jumping up Customer-reported
- Reactivity training
- Separation anxiety
How training happens
- Board and train
Program details
Have your dog or puppy stay with us and receiving training throughout the day. We only board a maximum of 2 dogs at a time, so your pup will receive individual attention and learn valuable commands, proper manners, and social skills. · Listed price: From $1,000.00
- In-home training
- Online or virtual training
- Owner coaching Customer-reported
- Private training
Dog age
- Puppies
Training level
- Beginner training
Your dog’s background
- Rescue dogs
Additional services
- Boarding
Other listed services
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- Dog training
Program details
Dog Training services to help with bad behavior and poor manners. This includes basic obedience, jumping, barking, pulling when walking and much more. · Listed price: $145.00
- Overnight Dog Training
- Send Away Dog Training
- Dog Training Bootcamp
- Certified Dog Trainer
- Pit Bull Training
- German Shepherd Training
- Doodle Training
- Frenchie Training
- Pug Training
- Husky Training
- Poodle Training
- Bulldog Training
- Cattle Dog Training
- Beagle Training
- Yorkie Training
- Collie Training
- Mastiff Training
- Cane Corso Training
- Chihuahua Training
- Dalmatian Training
- Doberman Training
- French Bulldog Training
- Schnauzer Training
- Corgi Training
- Presa Canario Training
- Rottweiler Training
- Shelter Dog Training
- Dog Trainer Phoenix
- Dog Trainer Peoria AZ
- Dog Trainer Glendale AZ
- Impulse Control Training
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Questions & answers
From GoogleWhat people have asked about this business.
How long does it take to train a dog or puppy?
It depends on the dog or puppy's age, breed, and the behavior being trained. Basic obedience can take a few weeks to a few months, while advanced behavioral issues and engrained bad habits can take longer. It is also very important that the owners follow through with the strategies learned during the training sessions. If bad behaviors get to continue in the trainer's absence, training will take longer.
Community answer · Paws Down Dog Training · 2025-09-21
How much does dog training cost?
Private dog or puppy training sessions are $120/hour. There are discounts for purchasing 3 or 6 lesson packages. The amount of sessions needed will vary depending on the dog's specific issues that need to be resolved and the amount of follow through from the owner outside of lessons.
Community answer · Paws Down Dog Training · 2025-09-21
Can you fix bad behaviors in older dogs?
Absolutely! Older dogs can certainly learn new behaviors. It may take longer than with puppies due to the length of time the bad habits have been part of the dog's daily routine. With consistency and patience however, dogs of any age can be taught proper manners!
Community answer · Paws Down Dog Training · 2025-09-21
How many training sessions will I need?
That depends on your goals and dog's needs. Basic obedience might take only a few sessions, while more complex behavioral issues may require ongoing training.
Community answer · Paws Down Dog Training · 2025-09-21
What should I do if my dog has trauma or trust issues?
Take it slow and go at the dog's pace, create a calm and predictable environment. Build trust through positive reinforcement, avoid forcing interactions, behaviors, and socialization. Don't be afraid to seek professional help from an experienced dog trainer!
Community answer · Paws Down Dog Training · 2025-09-21
What do I need to bring to a dog training session?
Just you, your dog or puppy, and a leash. Any additional training supplies or tools will depend on your dog's specific needs!
Community answer · Paws Down Dog Training · 2025-09-21
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Customer reviews
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Mentioned in reviews
- Leash training 9
- Clear explanations 7
- Tailored training 4
- Rescue dogs 3
- Responsive to questions 3
- Improving dog happiness 2
All 10 topics
- Logical and simple training 2
- Nervousness training 2
- Puppy manners 2
- Reactive dog training 2
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Would recommend Rachel to anyone looking for dog training! Our dog had some serious resource guarding, we had got him training from another trainer and it did not help at all. Paws down was able to come in and help so much in a very short amount of time. She was very helpful and super responsive. We plan to use her again when we get another dog/puppy. Would highly recommend her!
Rachael is an outstanding dog trainer. From the very beginning, she took the time to truly understand our dog, Sunny—her personality, behaviors, and specific needs. Her patience and calm demeanor created a positive environment for both Sunny and us to learn. Rachael not only expl…Read full reviewClose full review
Rachael is an outstanding dog trainer. From the very beginning, she took the time to truly understand our dog, Sunny—her personality, behaviors, and specific needs. Her patience and calm demeanor created a positive environment for both Sunny and us to learn. Rachael not only explained the what of each behavior, but also the why, which helped us better understand and support Sunny's progress. She was clear and consistent in setting expectations, and she demonstrated each command before guiding us step by step through the training process. Thanks to Rachael’s thoughtful approach, Sunny has made an incredible transformation. She’s now much more confident and comfortable with people in our home. We can’t recommend Rachael highly enough—her expertise, care, and professionalism made a world of difference.
We are so grateful to be referred to Rachael to work with our rescue pittie. She has an obvious passion for the dogs and she is so patient and kind with the owners as well. She was willing to work us into her schedule right away and is always responsive and willing to help with i…Read full reviewClose full review
We are so grateful to be referred to Rachael to work with our rescue pittie. She has an obvious passion for the dogs and she is so patient and kind with the owners as well. She was willing to work us into her schedule right away and is always responsive and willing to help with issues or questions. We have seen an immediate improvement in our dog and Rachael gave us the tools we need to keep it going even when she’s not with us. We cannot speak highly enough of her and highly recommend her services!
I have two large, high energy, adopted dogs with some special quirks and features, and Rachael is the only one I will trust to watch them when we go out of town. I can’t leave my babies with just anyone, but I have no worries or concerns when Rachael is watching them. They get so…Read full reviewClose full review
I have two large, high energy, adopted dogs with some special quirks and features, and Rachael is the only one I will trust to watch them when we go out of town. I can’t leave my babies with just anyone, but I have no worries or concerns when Rachael is watching them. They get so excited when they realize we are going to see her!! She treats them like family and is accommodating to their unique needs. If you want to feel relaxed and confident about your pets while you are away, this is your place. They always come home happy and exhausted!
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