Pack of Paws Dog Training is a full-service dog training center located in Charlton, Massachusetts. We proudly serve Central Massachusetts and Northern Connecticut with a wide range of group classes, private lessons, and specialty programs.
Since opening in 2005, Pack of Paws has grown from humble beginnings—starting with group classes at a local rod and gun club, and private lessons at Noah’s Ark Pet Shop in Sturbridge, MA—to one of the region’s most trusted training facilities.
In 2010, we opened our first dedicated training center in Southbridge, offering 2,500 square feet of training space. As demand for high-quality training grew, we expanded twice—first to 4,000 square feet in 2012 with the addition of competition agility and scent work, and again in 2014 to 8,000 square feet with more advanced obedience and sport classes.
In 2020, we relocated to our current, state-of-the-art facility in Charlton, MA. Today, our center features 10,000 square feet of open training space with soft rubber flooring, ideal for high-energy activities like agility, flyball, and canine freestyle.
At Pack of Paws, all of our trainers are experienced professionals with a passion for helping dogs and their families succeed. We use innovative, easy-to-follow training methods that are practical for everyday life, ensuring real-world results you can rely on.
We specialize in working with reactive and aggressive dogs—dogs who bark, lunge, or struggle around other dogs, people, or unfamiliar situations. Our proven programs help you replace chaos with calm, making daily walks, vet visits, and home life easier and more enjoyable. No other center in our region has a stronger track record for helping reactive dogs thrive.
Our team has extensive experience supporting fearful and shy dogs. Through confidence-building exercises and thoughtful guidance, we help your dog learn to feel safe, secure, and comfortable in new environments and around new people. You and your dog are in good hands with Pack of Paws.
Recommended by veterinarians, behaviorists, animal control officers, and fellow trainers, Pack of Paws is known for effective, approachable training programs that work for real-world dog owners. Our puppy and obedience classes, behavior solutions, and sport dog programs are designed to be practical, flexible, and fun.
We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all training. Even in our group classes, we tailor instruction to meet individual goals—helping every dog and every handler succeed.
Our trainers bring not only years of hands-on experience, but also a deep commitment to continuing education. We study the latest research, attend advanced seminars, and maintain a library of trusted resources to stay on the cutting edge of animal behavior science.
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to overcome a specific challenge, we’ll create a training plan that fits your dog and your lifestyle. Our methods improve behavior, build confidence, and strengthen your connection—so your dog is ready and willing to learn.
