Our training center is located at 10 Trolley Crossing Road in Charlton, Massachusetts and serves Central MA and Northern CT.
If you’re unsure where to start, reach out to us! We’re happy to help guide you based on your dog’s age, behavior, and training goals.
Group classes are great for building skills with some distraction and structure. Private lessons offer one-on-one coaching tailored to your dog’s specific needs, especially for behavior issues or busy schedules.
We use modern, science-based techniques focused on positive reinforcement and real-world results. Our goal is to make training effective, stress-free, and fun for both you and your dog.
We recommend starting training as early as 8 weeks old with our puppy kindergarten class. Early socialization and foundation work make a big difference.
Yes! We specialize in helping dogs who bark, lunge, or react to people, dogs, or unfamiliar situations. Our programs are designed to reduce reactivity and build calm, confident behavior.
Bring lots of soft, high-value treats and any gear recommended in your class confirmation email.
Dogs should wear a flat buckle collar, front-clip harness, or head halti. No retractable leashes—please bring a standard 6-foot leash.
Humans should wear closed-toe shoes like sneakers or hiking boots for safety.
Yes! We have sport-specific classes for agility, rally obedience, scent work, and more. Many of our instructors actively compete and love sharing their expertise.
You can register online through our website, in person at our training center, or by calling (508) 248-4677.
If you have questions before signing up, feel free to call or email us—we’re happy to help.
We specialize in helping fearful, shy, and reactive dogs. If your dog has behavior concerns, please let us know before enrolling so we can recommend the most appropriate program.
Yes! We welcome family members to participate, as long as everyone follows class guidelines to ensure a safe, focused environment.
Yes. Children age 7 and up are welcome to attend, but only adults (18+) may act as the primary handler. Children under 18 may hold a secondary leash with adult supervision.
Yes. For safety reasons, all dogs must be on a leash held by a responsible adult at all times while on the premises, including in the parking lot. Retractable leashes and off-leash roaming are not allowed. Violations are subject to a $25 fine per occurrence.
Bring lots of soft, high-value treats and any gear recommended in your class confirmation email.
Dogs should wear a flat buckle collar, front-clip harness, or head halti. No retractable leashes—please bring a standard 6-foot leash.
Humans should wear closed-toe shoes like sneakers or hiking boots for safety.
Yes. All dogs must be up to date on vaccinations appropriate for their age, and on some form of flea prevention. Proof may be requested at any time.
At the trainer’s discretion, yes. Sanitary pants are required if a female dog in heat is permitted to attend class.
Yes. Photos or video may be taken during classes and may be used in Pack of Paws marketing or training materials. By attending, you agree to this media policy.
You can register online through our website, in person at our training center, or by calling (508) 248-4677.
If you have questions before signing up, feel free to call or email us—we’re happy to help.
No. All sales are final and non-refundable, whether for group classes or private lessons. We recommend reviewing your schedule carefully before registering.
Group classes are progressive, so we do not offer make-up sessions by default. However, if there’s room in another group class, you may be able to attend a makeup at the trainer’s discretion for a $35 fee. You can also schedule a private lesson to catch up (charged separately).
Group classes are progressive. There are no make-up lessons provided for classes that the registrant did not participate in. If there is room in another group class, a registrant may participate in that class at the discretion of the trainer. A $35 charge will apply.
Scheduling a private lesson, with your trainer, at the current private lesson rate, before re-attending your class would also give you and your dog the opportunity to catch up.
We require at least 3 days’ notice to reschedule a private lesson. Cancellations made with less than 4 days’ notice are non-refundable and will not be rescheduled. A new lesson must be purchased to continue training.
Registrations are non-transferable to another class or dog. Each registration applies only to the specific class and dog originally enrolled.
