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Pack of Paws Dog Training

Professional Dog Training • Private Lessons & Group Classes • Puppy Kindergarten • Charlton, MA Open the doors of communication between you and your dog.

Pack of Paws Dog Training is recommended by local veterinarians, animal control officers, trainers and other animal professionals for puppy classes, obedience classes and for problem solving. We are dedicated to helping owners understand the benefits of training by keeping our training programs simple, applicable and totally doable for any pet owner no matter the challenges that are presented. Und

erstand your dog and help your dog to understand you! Our techniques make problem solving easier, improve the bond with your dog and create a self-confident and dynamic dog who is willing to learn anything! Our trainers inspire fun while teaching the dog and the owner. We maintain a library of books and DVD's and we continue to participate in seminars from the top names in animal behavior research. We also have a team of professionals ready to design a custom training program for your needs. Other trainers may be interested in "filling the room", but at Pack of Paws Dog Training, we are interested in small, personal classes, tailored to individual needs. Even group classes are not "canned", but are designed to help everyone in class achieve their goals! Training is a life-long commitment to your dog. Why not start now with a custom designed program just for your needs?

08/28/2026

Will your dog come to you when it really matters?

A reliable recall is one of the most important skills you can teach your dog. It gives them more freedom while helping keep them safe around traffic, other dogs, wildlife, and unexpected distractions.

But getting your dog to come when called reliably can also be one of the toughest skills to master.

Our Come When Called Workshop uses simple, interactive games to make coming back to you fun and rewarding. You’ll learn practical techniques for building a stronger recall that works beyond your living room.

🐶 4-Week Workshop
📅 Starts Sunday, September 13th
🕙 10:00 AM

💵 Register for two or more workshops and pay just $99 each!

08/27/2026

Congratulations to Skye and Chunk on completing Advanced Obedience!

These two have worked their way through the levels, building focus, reliability, and strong communication with their handlers along the way.

Advanced Obedience brings those skills together with challenging distractions and a focus on real-world, off-leash reliability.

Great work, Skye and Chunk! You earned it! 👏

08/26/2026

June was another successful month in the scent work world for Dr. Kristine Sklenak, who also coaches our Nose Work classes here at Pack of Paws.

Fizz made his first attempt at a NACSW NW1 trial, earning a Third Place ribbon in Vehicles while gaining valuable experience. He followed that up at a USCSS Intermediate trial on June 30, where he earned First Place in Vehicles and Third Place in Exterior, continuing to build confidence and consistency.

Kyta also had an impressive showing at the June 28 USCSS trial, successfully completing his Senior Containers title, which also earned him his overall Senior level title.

Congratulations to Kristine, Fizz, and Kyta on another month of outstanding accomplishments in scent work!

08/25/2026

Congratulations to our newest Obedience Level 2 grads!

These teams took the skills they learned in OB 1 and raised the bar with longer stays, stronger recalls, better focus, and more reliability around distractions.

All that practice is paying off, and now they’re ready for the next challenge!

Next stop: Advanced Obedience! That’s where we work toward real-world, off-leash reliability.

08/24/2026

Does your dog love people? Have a calm temperament? Enjoy making others smile? They might have what it takes to become a therapy dog!

Our Therapy Dog Prep class helps teams build the skills and confidence needed to prepare for therapy dog evaluations and real-world visits. You'll work on polite greetings, reliable obedience, calm behavior in distracting environments, and the manners expected of therapy dog teams.

Whether your goal is to visit hospitals, nursing homes, schools, libraries, or community events, this class provides a strong foundation for your journey.

📅 Starts Sunday, September 20
🕓 4:00–5:00 PM

💡 Quick Tip: A great therapy dog isn't just friendly—they're calm, confident, and able to focus on their handler even in busy environments. Those everyday moments of practicing patience and self-control go a long way toward building a successful therapy team.

08/22/2026

June wrapped up with another successful USCSS Scent Work trial in Auburn, MA for Joyce Gauthier, who also teaches Agility classes here at Pack of Paws.

Kismet qualified in 4 of 5 searches, earned two Second Place finishes, one Fourth Place finish, and completed three individual Novice titles, continuing an impressive run in scent work.

July was all about welcoming a new family member! Joyce traveled to Virginia to bring home Blackthorn's Havoc in the House ("Mayhem"), who joined the family on July 10. Over the past few weeks, Mayhem has settled in beautifully, and we're excited to watch this young pup grow and begin what promises to be an exciting journey in dog sports.

Congratulations, Joyce, Kismet, and welcome to Pack of Paws, Mayhem!

08/21/2026

Congratulations to our newest Obedience Level 1 grads! 🐾🎓

These teams worked hard on the everyday skills that make life with your dog easier, including leash manners, recalls, stays, focus, and better communication.

Finishing OB 1 means the foundation is in place. Now it’s time to make those skills even stronger!

Next stop: Obedience Level 2! More distance, more distractions, and more reliability. 🐶👏

08/20/2026

If you've been wanting to give agility a try, now is your chance!

Intro to Agility, taught by Matt Sullivan, is designed for dogs and handlers who are new to the sport. You'll learn the foundations of agility, build confidence and teamwork, and introduce your dog to equipment in a fun, positive environment.

Whether your goal is to compete one day or simply enjoy a new activity together, this class is a great place to start.

📅 Wednesdays at 6:00 PM
🚀 Starts September 23

Reserve your spot early—our agility classes fill up fast!

08/19/2026

Jake made his obedience trial debut on August 2 at the Australian Shepherd Club of New England Trial in Seekonk, Connecticut—and what a way to start!

The team brought home two First Place ribbons and even earned one perfect score, an incredible accomplishment for their very first obedience trial.

Linda has been training with Dianne Barrett, who teaches our Rally Obedience classes at Pack of Paws. Their hard work and preparation clearly paid off in the ring.

Congratulations to Linda, Jake, and Dianne on an outstanding start to Jake's obedience career! 🏆

08/18/2026

Congratulations to Julie and Dim Sum on an outstanding accomplishment at the 2026 United Doberman Club Nationals, hosted by Fearless Ringsport in New York!

The team completed their Mondioring Level 1 title, making her Dim Sum Ot Vitosha MR1, and also earned an impressive Second Place finish.

Julie is a Training Without Conflict (TWC) Certified instructor, offering private lessons in Competitive Obedience, IPO (formerly Schutzhund), French Ring, Mondioring, and Police K9s.

Congratulations to Julie and Dim Sum on this exciting milestone!

Photo credit: Cindy Noland

Address

26 Trolley Crossing Road
Charlton, MA
01507

Website

http://www.packofpawsdogtraining.com/

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