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Come back to a happy, rested, and well-trained dog! Our two-week Board and Train program is custom designed around the training needs and temperament of your dog. Prior approval is required for this training, so email Anthony prior to booking to discuss your dog’s specific needs. If your dog has been through Super Dog Camp with us, but needs a refresher or some targeted training, we offer Touch-Up Training. Just tell us what you would like us to focus on with your dog, and we will work on it while you’re gone. That way, we can continue to hone those skills your dog learned at their initial Super Dog Camp training or add to their skillset while you’re away. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6257220fb352720382aee194/2bd172c7-7b90-4010-aca7-bef446619fd8/Heart+and+Paws+Best+Austin+Dog+Training+6.jpeg Daycare & Boarding - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6257220fb352720382aee194/66fbf855-db94-449f-b078-bdee80b3aae5/pxl_20220924_230002642.portrait.jpg Daycare & Boarding - Boarding Your dog’s boarding stay with us includes supervised play with other dogs, along with plenty of love and attention from our PAWsome staff. Add-on some enrichment activities to make your dog’s stay even more special. You can also set up one-on-one training sessions with one of our certified professional trainers! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6257220fb352720382aee194/38a66261-ed4c-4cff-868b-bbb40a4b6b9a/image000001+%281%29.jpg Daycare & Boarding - Daycare Drop your dog off in the morning for a day of supervised fun with FUR-iends and pick up a happy, tired dog later in the day. We offer daycare seven days a week. And, you can add enrichment activities or dog training lessons with one of our certified professional trainers. 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Open more doors with obedience training! https://www.heartsandpaws.com/contact daily 0.75 2025-04-02 https://www.heartsandpaws.com/club-pup daily 0.75 2025-04-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6257220fb352720382aee194/603a0c23-1f53-4c8c-bd1a-ca2b0514ff7c/Heart+and+Paws+Club+Pup+Camp+2.jpeg Club Pup Camp - Club Pup Camp Goals Strengthen the relationship between the child and their dog. Instruct how the dog’s mind perceives the world physically, mentally, and emotionally. Impart skills necessary to work with dogs as a serious hobby or potential career. Encourage creativity, problem solving, and teamwork through group projects and games. We have camps designed for campers from ages 9-16 years old. We put teams together according to age with appropriate challenges. A ratio of one counselor per 5 participants. Limit of 16 dog/handler teams. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6257220fb352720382aee194/fa6ffebc-155e-49be-ab2f-80b37c4d7584/Heart+and+Paws+Club+Pup+Camp+4.jpg Club Pup Camp Mandatory Orientation for all camps! Campers must attend an orientation with their dogs, including campers and dogs who have been to camp previously. Campers who will be borrowing a dog, don't have to bring a dog. The purpose of this orientation is to: Assess the dog's temperament in a group Assess the dog’s physical ability to participate in the activities Discuss safe handling techniques and dog body language Present equipment needs Sign Medical Release Form If your personal dog is possibly not physically or socially suited for camp, we can provide a dog for your camper to train. We will notify you of orientation times and dates after application and deposits are received. Orientations are usually held on Saturday afternoons in groups of ten and take approximately one hour. Dogs must be 4 months or older at the start of camp to participate. Summer camps fill up quickly so register your camper as soon as possible! https://www.heartsandpaws.com/board-and-train daily 0.75 2024-08-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6257220fb352720382aee194/4c51f28b-8e92-42f1-b639-5209e9989cdc/Heart+and+Paws+Best+Austin+Dog+Training+9.jpeg Board and Train - TOUCH UP CAMP If your dog has been through training and does not need the full two weeks, No problem! If you are going on vacation or just want your companion to come for the day and do not want your dog's training to go out the doggie door, bring them to Stay-And-Train with us! We can train your dog while you're having fun at the beach or off to work for the day. Just tell us what you need specifically for us to work on, and we will work on it while you are gone. Price: Training while Daycare or Boarding: $45* Exit lessons: $50* Exit lesson is required for dogs that have not done training classes with us before https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6257220fb352720382aee194/7f510a82-a251-48e0-ad8b-28ac34fde429/Heart+and+Paws+Best+Austin+Dog+Training+11.jpg Board and Train - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6257220fb352720382aee194/243989f1-f4d7-4fd8-baad-753a12d1839b/Heart+and+Paws+Best+Austin+Dog+Training+7.jpeg Board and Train - SUPER DOG CAMP Turn your dog from an ordinary pup to extraordinary canine in two weeks at Super Dog Camp! Here we will teach your dog the basics from start to finish. Sit, stand, down, come when called, walking on loose leash, bed stay, polite greeting behavior, and more. The Stay-And-Train program is designed to fit the needs of each dog, every dog's needs are different, and we are here to design the best camp experience for them! Price: $1,750: Two weeks of Board and Train Includes: Boarding (4 Play Sessions per day) Daily Training Initial Assessment Call to customize your program. An update visit (come and see how your dog is doing in training) In-Home Exit Lesson to transfer skills in your environment. Weekly Updates of your canine companion to keep you informed of their progress. Follow Up Lessons if needed within the first month of your dog's return to your home. https://www.heartsandpaws.com/anthony-bio daily 0.75 2025-09-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6257220fb352720382aee194/dfbf3d0e-e09f-45d0-95df-fc06bbbc7337/Anthony+Photo.jpg Anthony Bio - Anthony Carlin , CPDT-KA Trainer Anthony Carlin is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) and is a member of APDT (Association for Professional Dog Training Int’l). His natural connection with dogs inspired him to become a professional dog trainer. His primary focus is to improve the connection between a dog and their owners, so their relationship lasts a lifetime. As a father, he is passionate about helping families with young children understand, connect, and thrive with their dogs! Anthony began his dog training education through the CATCH Canine Trainers Academy. Through that program, he was connected with Hearts and Paws. Under the mentorship of Diana Smith and her 30 years experience, he has absorbed a wealth of knowledge and learned from every opportunity working with dogs of various breed, age, and size. His true strength lies in clear communication with our clients and with their dogs. Anthony teaches our Puppy Start, Basic Companion, and Lure Coursing classes. He trains our SuperDog Camp participants, our daycare and train clients, and is an AKC CGC Evaluator. He teaches private lessons at clients’ homes and in the Training Gym at our facility. Recently, Anthony was hired as the Therapy Dog Trainer for the Austin State Hospital which gives the staff a new way of connecting with their patients through dogs. He is also active in the Therapy Dog training for Divine Canines in Austin. Anthony is currently in the process of obtaining additional instructor certifications to further his reach of influence. In his free time, Anthony sings and plays bass throughout Texas, is a huge San Antonio Spurs fan, and visits local breweries around Austin. He has two beautiful daughters, Elena and Mireya, who are becoming great dog trainers themselves! Anthony loves working with his dogs, Ryder and Wilder. Ryder obtained his CGC and Novice Trick titles and takes Nose Work, Agility, and Lure Coursing classes. Wilder is working towards his CGC and is enrolled in Agility and Lure Coursing classes. 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As a pack behaviorist, helping an owner improve their relationship with their canine companion by looking at things “through a dog’s eye” is one of his passions. Teaching owners to establish a fun, trusting, and balanced relationship is his goal. He became interested in therapy dog training after searching for ways to fuse his love for animals and his desire to help individuals with disabilities. He is a Certified member of the National Association of Dog Obedience Instructors (NADOI), an evaluator for the AKC’s Canine Good Citizen program, and a member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers. He has a degree in Psychology from the University of Texas and has worked with individuals with multiple disabilities at the Austin State School and through special education programs in public schools. Paul began working with dogs through the Lee Mannix Center for Canine Behavior (LMCCB) in 2005. Impressed by Lee Mannix’s methods for utilizing a pack behavioral approach to improve the relationship between dogs and people, Paul interned under Lee and became a senior trainer and behaviorist at LMCCB. He continued his work through The Canine Center for Training and Behavior (TCCTB) until deciding to join the Heart and Paws team in 2019. Today, he continues to work with individuals with disabilities as the head trainer for therapy dog programs run by the Austin State Hospital and Divine Canines. He has volunteered for Safe Place and the Austin Humane Society/SPCA. Paul enjoys spending time with his wife Krislyn, their kids Henry and Jocelyn, and their dogs, Farmer and Nova. He also loves to play music, cook, hike and fish. 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Cost is $150 per lesson. Discounted packages of 3 or more lessons are available. Private Lessons in Public Settings (Off-Site) We will be happy to help you proof your dog's training skills in public settings, such as your neighborhood, parks, retail districts or your favorite coffee shop patio, among other locations. Cost is $150 per lesson. Discounted packages of 3 or more lessons are available. Common Training Goals for Private Lessons Basic Obedience skills Come When Called Crate Training Housetraining Leash Walking Go to Bed Greeting People without jumping on them Off-Leash Training Proof your dog's skills in public settings Puppy behaviors, such as nipping, chewing and jumping Need Help with a Behavioral Problem? We can help with aggression, separation anxiety and other behavioral issues. 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Today, as a certified professional dog trainer and behaviorist, Kelly continues to live out her passion by dedicating her life to helping animals in need and guiding their owners to build stronger, more meaningful relationships with their pets. She specializes in agility training, using it as a powerful tool to strengthen the bond between dog and owner. Kelly's classes are designed not just to give dogs a physical workout but to challenge their minds as well, ensuring they leave feeling both fulfilled and ready for a well-deserved rest. Students who attend Kelly's agility classes often arrive with dogs brimming with energy and enthusiasm, eager to begin their training journey. Through Kelly's expert guidance, these dogs learn to channel their energy in positive ways, returning home not just physically tired but mentally enriched. Kelly’s unique approach to training, which blends discipline with compassion, leaves a lasting impact on both dogs and their owners, fostering relationships built on trust, understanding, and mutual respect. To this day, she still does everything she can for an animal in need. Kelly teaches agility as a tool to build the relationship with both dog and owner, whilst giving the dog a workout of the mind and body. Students come with dogs who are excited, energetic, and ready to get started, and leave with a dog who is ready to take a nap! Connect with her today! https://www.heartsandpaws.com/karin-bio daily 0.75 2024-08-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6257220fb352720382aee194/e2ce2dab-ebe5-4b1d-9a9d-03ecf2e7c0cc/karin.jpeg Karin Bio - Karin Liebrand , CPDT-KA, KPA-CTP, CTDI Trainer & Behaviorist Gentle, fun and effective are words that describe Karin’s approach to dog training. She uses rewards-based training to jumpstart positive communication between pet parents and their four-legged best friends, giving them a valuable skillset that fosters a spirit of teamwork, collaboration and trust. Karin is a graduate of the highly respected Karen Pryor Academy of Animal Training and Behavior. She is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA), a Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Professional (KPA CTP) and a Certified Trick Dog Instructor (CTDI). In addition, Karin is an AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator and an AKC Trick Dog Evaluator. She stays current with new training methods and research by attending continuing education courses and professional conferences, such as Clicker Expo. Her pet family includes training superstar Squiggy, a skateboarding Border Collie mix and Flash, a German Shorthaired Pointer, who is an AKC Advanced Trick Dog and a Nosework student. 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His natural connection with dogs inspired him to become a professional dog trainer. His primary focus is to improve the connection between a dog and their owners, so their relationship lasts a lifetime. As a father, he is passionate about helping families with young children understand, connect, and thrive with their dogs! Anthony began his dog training education through the CATCH Canine Trainers Academy. Through that program, he was connected with Hearts and Paws. Under the mentorship of Diana Smith and her 30 years experience, he has absorbed a wealth of knowledge and learned from every opportunity working with dogs of various breed, age, and size. His true strength lies in clear communication with our clients and with their dogs. Anthony teaches our Puppy Start, Basic Companion, and Lure Coursing classes. He trains our SuperDog Camp participants, our daycare and train clients, and is an AKC CGC Evaluator. He teaches private lessons at clients’ homes and in the Training Gym at our facility. Recently, Anthony was hired as the Therapy Dog Trainer for the Austin State Hospital which gives the staff a new way of connecting with their patients through dogs. He is also active in the Therapy Dog training for Divine Canines in Austin. Anthony is currently in the process of obtaining additional instructor certifications to further his reach of influence. In his free time, Anthony sings and plays bass throughout Texas, is a huge San Antonio Spurs fan, and visits local breweries around Austin. He has two beautiful daughters, Elena and Mireya, who are becoming great dog trainers themselves! Anthony loves working with his dogs, Ryder and Wilder. Ryder obtained his CGC and Novice Trick titles and takes Nose Work, Agility, and Lure Coursing classes. Wilder is working towards his CGC and is enrolled in Agility and Lure Coursing classes. Connect with him today!