Ponderosa Paws Dog Training Services:
Our dog training methods are humane, effective, and flexible.

How Ponderosa Paws Dog Training Can Help

We use science-based training methods. Our dog training methods are humane, effective, and flexible. We use positive reinforcement to teach dogs new behaviors, and we believe in building a strong bond between the dog and the owner.

We are experienced, qualified, and kind trainers. Zoe is certified by the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT). Years of experience training dogs of all ages, breeds, and temperaments.

We offer private dog training classes. We can also tailor our training programs to your individual needs and goals.

We are committed to helping you and your dog succeed. We want you to have a happy and well-behaved dog.

Here are some of the dog training services we offer:

  • House and Crate Training

  • The Basics: Sit, Down, Leave it

  • Intermediate and Advanced Skills: Stay, Recall

  • Loose Leash Walking, Off-Leash Skills

  • Address Problem Behaviors: Jumping, Barking, Mouthing, Chewing, Digging, Counter Surfing, and more.

  • Behavioral Modification for Fear-based Behaviors and Aggressive Behaviors: Resource Guarding, Dog-Dog Reactivity,
    Dog-Human Reactivity, Feral/Semi-Feral Dogs, Anxiety or Excitement Urination, Noise Phobia, and more.

  • All of our dog training classes take place in Flagstaff, Arizona

The Process

Each dog is an individual and will learn at their own pace. Thus, how much we can accomplish together depends on you and your dog. Partnerships that put in more homework hours will progress faster. For a clearer idea of which plan suits your needs, please see Plans & Pricing, or contact us or give us a call 303.902.6020. We will evaluate how best to proceed with your dog during our phone consultation.

  • Puppies

    House Training. Crate Training. Intro to Leash Training, Sit, Down, Stay, and Recall. These are just some of the skills we may cover in our lessons. We will incorporate AKC STAR Puppy guidelines, preparing puppies to be goods citizens, as well as teaching their humans to be responsible dog parents. All methods use positive reinforcement.

  • Dogs

    It is not true that old dogs can’t learn new tricks! In addition to learning new skills, we will focus on generalizing existing skills, so that your dog cooperates in any given environment. We will address behavioral issues such as jumping, door dashing, counter surfing, and mouthing. Several fear-based behaviors may be addressed with counter-conditioning and desensitization. All methods use positive reinforcement.