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Our Story

Trainers Who Teach People Too

Cedarpaw began in 2005 with one rescue beagle, a borrowed clicker and a belief: dogs don't need dominating — they need clarity.

Trainer playing fetch with a husky dog on the grass Smiling beagle looking at the camera outdoors
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Effective Dog Training, Real Behavior Solutions

Twenty years and thousands of dogs later, our method hasn't changed. Short sessions, clear markers, real-life practice — and owners who understand exactly why each step works. We train in your home, your neighborhood and our group field, so behavior holds up where it counts.

  • Certified, force-free trainers only
  • Plans built around your dog's temperament
  • Free progress guarantee on every program
  • Support between sessions by chat and video
Our Results

Results Our Clients
Notice

8+

Years of
Experience

2,400

Total Dogs
Trained

6

Professional
Trainers

12

Monthly
Classes

How We Work

Training In Four Clear Steps

Every Cedarpaw program follows the same proven path, whether it's a puppy class or a serious behavior case.

01

Free Assessment

We meet your dog, watch how they learn and map the behaviors to fix first.

02

Personal Plan

You get a week-by-week plan with clear goals and homework that fits your life.

03

Guided Practice

Sessions plus coached real-life reps — the park, the vet lobby, the front door.

04

Graduation & Support

We proof behaviors under distraction and stay on call for follow-up tune-ups.

★★★★★
Portrait of Sofia Mendez
"Our rescue hid under the table for a month. Eight weeks later she heels past the dog park. Cedarpaw taught us how to speak her language."
— Sofia Mendez, Southtown · with Maple the shepherd mix

Every Dog, Every Size:
Our Promise

Come meet the team and see a session in action before you commit to anything.

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