At Paws for Thought Dog Training, we provide positive-reinforcement based training services tailored to you and your dog. We prioritize a dog-first mentality by identifying what aspects of a dog’s environment, genetic predisposition, and temperament will play a role in determining long-term success. We also account for each human’s unique priorities, capabilities, and lifestyles. Through this lens, we are able to create behavior solutions and training plans that move the human-dog team towards success.
Training & services
Training goals
Behavior consultation
Crate training
House training
Leash training
Obedience training
Socialization
Behavior support
Cooperative care
Fear and confidence
Reactivity training
Resource guarding
Separation anxiety
How training happens
Group classes
In-home training
Online or virtual trainingProgram details
Virtual training sessions are tailored to out-of-area clients and those who have particularly sensitive dogs that may not be in the best learning position with a new person in their home. Virtual training sessions mirror in-home sessions in both form and function.
Private trainingProgram details
During our in-home training sessions, we first gather background information to build a thorough understanding of the dog and human's needs. We then create a customized training plan and help you implement this training plan with a combination of follow-up and homeschool sessions.
Dog age
Puppies
Support between sessions
Personalized training plans
Your dog’s background
Rescue dogs
Training approach
Balanced training
Positive reinforcement
Consultations
Free consultation
Other listed services
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Animal Behavior
Animal Behaviorist
Behavior Solutions
Behavioral Challenges
Dog Behaviorist
Dog Family
Dog Run
Dog's Behavior
Electronic Collars
Helping Dogs
Home Dog Training
New Dog
Pack Training
Personalized Training
Phone Consultation
Positive Behavior Change
Potty Break
Teaching Your Dog
Training Lessons
Training Sessions
Training Training
Training Your Dog
Vet Visits Class
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5/5Maddie was very helpful with supporting us with our dog Luna, who struggles with anxiety and aggression. Her sessions were thoughtful and her follow up videos and notes were so helpful for remembering everything and referring back to action items. While there is no magic bullet s…Read full reviewClose full review
Maddie was very helpful with supporting us with our dog Luna, who struggles with anxiety and aggression. Her sessions were thoughtful and her follow up videos and notes were so helpful for remembering everything and referring back to action items. While there is no magic bullet solution to behavioral issues, we are much better equipped to manage and support what our girl needs to feel comfortable and live her best life.
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Molly Bobek
5/5
Anna is an incredible trainer. She is kind, patient and extremely skilled. She is also as fun and sweet as she is knowledgeable. I would recommend her to any dog guardian in NYC.
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Gaby Mayer
5/5We found Paws for Thought when our dog was diagnosed with separation anxiety. The whole team but particularly Maddie has been a lifesaver as we’ve navigated this. We have felt very supported by the training plans and have seen significant success. Maddie has always been very resp…Read full reviewClose full review
We found Paws for Thought when our dog was diagnosed with separation anxiety. The whole team but particularly Maddie has been a lifesaver as we’ve navigated this. We have felt very supported by the training plans and have seen significant success. Maddie has always been very responsive with daily training plans and emailed questions.
It’s been a real bonus to be able to come to Maddie with other training questions not related to separation anxiety - she is really knowledgeable across the board and makes extra effort effort to learn what makes sense for you and your dog in terms of training plans. Could not recommend her or the group classes they run more highly!
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Lori Kaplan
5/5
Fantastic experience!! My 2 yr old pup became aggressive while on the leash and within one session we pretty much got it under control. Two more sessions later and I am walking with a well behaved dog. I cannot recommend enough.
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Lori Klein (makeup artist)
5/5
Maddie Messina helped me so much with my dog Minnie.
Maddie is so knowledgeable and has a gentle approach. I learned so much and with several sessions I was able to resolve many issues I was experiencing with training Minnie.
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