Paws Together
About Paws Together
Paws Together is a Madison, Wisconsin dog training service led by certified trainer Elissa Chasen. The practice centers on positive-reinforcement methods and specializes in reactivity, while also serving puppies, basic-manners learners, and dogs with fear or aggression challenges. Services are delivered through private one-on-one sessions, online/virtual consultations, and group classes, including dedicated reactive group classes and seminars. Elissa is triple-credentialed (CPDT-KA, PCT-A, FFCP) and integrates low-stress handling and cooperative care into her work.
Elissa Chasen
Elissa Chasen, CPDT-KA, PCT-A, FFCP, is a certified positive-reinforcement dog trainer based in Madison, Wisconsin. She specializes in reactivity and works across a broad range of training needs including puppy socialization, basic manners, fear and aggression, and low-stress handling/cooperative care.
Training Programs & Services
Private one-on-one sessions, online/virtual consultations, and group classes (including reactive group classes and seminars)
One-on-one positive-reinforcement training tailored to your dog's specific behaviors and your goals.
Specialized work for reactive dogs, including private sessions and dedicated reactive group classes and seminars.
Foundation training for puppies covering early socialization and basic manners using positive-reinforcement methods.
Remote consultations for clients outside the Madison area or for issues that work well over video.
Small-group classes designed specifically for reactive dogs, plus topic-focused seminars.
Low-stress handling and cooperative-care training to make grooming, vet visits, and husbandry calmer and more positive for the dog.