Aggressive · Agility · Puppy · Indio

Best Paw Forward

Best Paw Forward is the best!!!! Valerie is an amazing dog trainer. She has taught me so much and because of her I am a proud dog parent of a balanced more confident dog. I rescued a very scared insecure german shepherd pup and working with Valerie has taught me how to communicate with her and learn to be her pack leader.

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Bark ScoreListed Trainer
3.3 / 5
Reputation
3.7
Ethics
3.2
Credentials
2.8
Service breadth
3.9
Training methods
Not stated
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Public reviews

Best Paw Forward’s reputation score is 3.7 out of 5, worked out from the star rating and number of reviews on their Google Business Profile. That’s higher than 29% of the trainers we list.

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How is Best Paw Forward rated?

Four parts, each out of 5, weighted into one score. Member reviews never change it. How we score

Reputation 30% of the score
3.7
From the star rating and number of reviews on their Google Business Profile.
Ethics 40% of the score
3.2
Not stated. Their listing doesn’t say how they train, so ask before you book.
Credentials 25% of the score
2.8
No recognised credential is listed. Ask what training they’ve had.
Service breadth 5% of the score
3.9
3 ways to train (private 1:1, board & train, group class), and help with 8 kinds of problem.

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What to ask Best Paw Forward before you book

  • How do you train, and what happens when a dog gets something wrong? (Their listing doesn’t say.)
  • What does a session or programme cost, and what’s included?
  • What training or qualifications do you have?
  • If my dog stays with you, can I visit or get updates, and how will you show me what to do at home?
  • How many dogs are in a class, and how many trainers?
  • What will I need to practise between sessions?

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About Best Paw Forward

Helps with
Agility, aggression, fear based issues, puppy, reactivity, leash, recall, basic obedience
How they train
Private 1:1, board & train, group class
Established
1986
Service area
Indio, California & surrounding areas
Good to know
Established 1986
Opening hours
Tue–Fri 8am–4pm
Address
45985 Bucknell Ct, Indio, California 92201
Phone
+1 760-885-9450

Sessions

Puppy TrainingFoundation training for puppies during their critical development period
Obedience TrainingBasic to advanced obedience commands and manners
Behavior ModificationAddressing behavioral issues such as aggression, anxiety, and reactivity

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