Where smart dogs come to learn!

Creating Furry Best Friends One Relationship at a Time

Looking for help training your pup so that you can be proud of their behavior?

Valerie has spent the last 18 years helping pups learn to be their best selves, creating “Smarty Paws” so she can help your pup become a Smarty Paw Pup too!

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Does Your Dog…

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Pull on leash?

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Jump on your guests?

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Play "catch me if you can" instead of coming back when you call?

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Embarrass you by barking and lunging at other dogs on walks?

We Can Help!

PRIVATE DOG TRAINING LESSONS

Valerie comes to your home and provides customized instruction to help you and your dog achieve the relationship you are looking for. Rather than spending your time frustrated with your dog, you can start enjoying them!

DOG TRAINING PROGRAMS

Puppy Preschool Program
Paw Camps (Day Training)
Life Skills 101 Program
Custom Programs

REMOTE DOG TRAINING

If you cannot do in person training, we can also help remotely. Let us know what works best for you!

Dog Training Services SW Houston

~ We specialize in working with puppies! ~

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Puppy Preschool Program

Your puppy will develop confidence, obedience, manners, self-esteem, and social skills while having fun learning in your home environment.

This includes working on the following:

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Basic Obedience

Sit, down, stay, come and leash skills.

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Manners

Jumping, leave it, drop it, and settle.

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Other Skills

Chewing, nipping, and potty training.

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Life Skills 101 Program

This is for adult dogs aged eight months and up who have not had any training before or that need to brush up on their training.

In this program, the pet parents will learn positive training techniques to teach their dog basic manners, such as:

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Sit, down, stay

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Coming when called

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Walking politely on their leash

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No jumping/polite greetings

Along with other basic manner skills designed to help them become a member of the family.

Let's talk Life Skills!

Paw Camps (Day Training)

Quick training results while you work! Valerie will come to your house to work with your puppy Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday while you work.

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Basic Obedience

Sit, down, stay, come and leash skills.

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Manners

Jumping, leave it, drop it, and settle.

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Other Skills

Chewing, nipping, and potty training.

We’ll work with your dog at home and take them on field trips to teach them their manners out and about!

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Smarty Paws Dog Training is SW Houston’s #1 Dog Trainer

Offering Puppy & Adult Dog Training Throughout SW Houston

    
 
 
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   Karen V 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We thoroughly enjoyed working with Valerie to train our Sylvie. She uses simple treat-related exercises.  And it worked beautifully for her.  Thank you Valerie😊
  
 
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   Michelle L 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Chloe is a 4 months old miniature dachshund and a full of energy dog. Valerie was great with her, with simple commands we were able to change some bad behaviors and we started crate training. Chloe and us had fun while learning from Valerie. We really recommend Smarty Paws Dog Training as it improved our relationship with our pet.
  
 
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   Christy T 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We’ve had such a wonderful experience with Smarty Paws! From the very first session, it was clear that she brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to her training. Every lesson was well-paced and thoughtfully tailored to our dog’s needs and our family’s lifestyle. She took the time to explain not just what to do, but *why*—which made it so much easier for us to reinforce positive habits at home. We’ve already seen  growth in our dog’s behavior, confidence, and focus. Walks are calmer, commands are followed more consistently, and our whole family feels more connected to our pup. We highly recommend Smarty Paws  for anyone looking for a patient, skilled, and genuinely caring trainer!
  
 
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   Jeremy S 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thank you so much for helping Odie with the foundational skills needed to be a happy doggie! The one to one training made a huge difference and I’m grateful! I would recommend Valerie anytime!
  
 
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   Clint A 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Valerie is a very professional trainer. She helped us train our new Irish Wolfhound puppy. It was a pleasure working with her. Definitely recommended.
  
 
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   Diane K 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I learned a lot about training my puppy and positive reinforcement.  I wanted to work with potty training a little more, but I realize it is different than a command and takes time.  We did get some good pointers and my puppy ans me learned a lot of useful things.
  
 
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   Ashley B 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Valerie did an amazing job with our 6 month old golden. She was able to address all of our needs and also educate us while training our pup. We are extremely happy with our results and appreciate her hard work!
  
 
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   ELIZABETH F 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Valerie with Smarty Paws was the perfect trainer for our little Cavalier (Gracie). She taught us so many different commands we can use to help make day to day life with our fur baby much flow much better. Valerie has the perfect demeanor for the job! We will be calling her back when our other puppy is ready for training, and we highly recommend her.
  
 
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   Felicia S 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I enjoyed watching our little Bella grow and learn during her basic training right at home! It was awesome to see her progress at her own pace. Now, she sits and stays on her mat when we go out in public and listens to all the basic commands! I absolutely recommend Smarty Paws Dog Training to every puppy owner—it's been a fantastic experience!
  
 
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   Casey S 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our experience with Valerie was amazing! She was quick in our initial inquiry, worked with my busy work schedule, and helped me learn how to teach my puppy important skills to keep him safe and learn obedience. She was always exceptionally kind, came to my home for all the lessons, modeled the lessons, guided me through practice, then let me go with a plan to work through during the week until our next session. In 4 short weeks our pup learned to sit, walk a leash, focus his attention through distractions, lay on his bed and stay, leave things alone on the floor or drop it if it's in his mouth, stay at an open door, and even "play dead" - the one trick my children wanted him to learn. If you are looking to help your pup be the best he can be, look no further than Smarty Paws Dog Training!
  
 
  
  
 
 
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