Your dog is your best friend. Give them the training they deserve.

Positive, Force-Free

Training

We use only modern, science-based methods that are proven to be effective training tools. No pain or fear—just fun.

The Right Approach

for Any Dog

From puppies who need basic obedience to adult dogs with problem behaviors, we provide training to meet almost any need.

Individualized

Training Plans

Get quicker results and a more rewarding experience. We’ll get to know you and your dog, and design custom training plans just for you.

Dog Training Services

Whether you need help with a behavior problem or just want to review the basics, we’ve got you covered.

Private Training

Dog training can be hard, but we make it easy! We provide private dog training sessions in your home to help you and your dog live happier lives together. Get the well-behaved dog of your dreams with our private dog training packages.

Group Classes

If your dog needs to practice focus and self-control in the face of distractions, ask us about Control Unleashed. It’s a small group class perfect for shy, reactive, or out-of-control dogs who might benefit from a controlled group environment.

Nose Work

Teach your dog to follow their nose with our in-person or virtual K9 Nose Work® classes. K9 Nose Work® is a fun, exciting dog sport that anyone can join. It’s a fantastic outlet for extra energy in active dogs and builds confidence in shy or fearful dogs. Dogs and owners of almost any age or ability are welcome.

Our canine clients give us two paws up!

Here’s what their humans have to say:

The Control Unleashed class we did here was exactly what Nala and I needed! We’ve learned so many skills to help us stay connected even

Jonathan Pevarnek
When my dog was under a year, I connected with Patrice at In Good Paws looking for a trainer who could help me better understand

Laura Peters
Patrice was a godsend for our anxious puppy. Our puppy severely disliked her crate and severely disliked napping. As a result, she got barely any

Jana DiDomenico
I contacted Patrice to work with my dog Roo and me after some unfortunate and scary encounters with loose dogs in our neighborhood.  I wanted

Janine D’Anniballe
I have had an amazing experience with In Good Paws dog training. Kara helped me first with my nervous rescue who ​was starting to get

zoe birch
My dog Lena and I completed the Control Unleashed class with Patrice and In Good Paws Dog Training. The entire experience was fantastic. Patrice is

Emily Witt
Patrice is phenomenally intuitive with the dogs and her kindness is beyond words. I took Patrice’s online “Intro to K9 Nose Work®” course and I

Grammatiki Fotaki
Patrice is a wonderful dog trainer, who has been an immense help to us in training our big puppy. Although we have had several large

Bob and Ester Matheson
Murphy did the CU Basics class and his growth over the weeks was amazing. The first classes were stressful for both him and me. I

Briana Wiederspahn
CU Basics was an awesome class for headstrong and very strong chocolate lab. We learned a lot and are using many of the techniques introduced,

Donna Sichko
Day Training with Patrice has been one of the best things we did for our family! My husband and I have two dogs, a 8month

Katy Wright
Patrice is the BEST!  If you want someone who is incredibly patient and thorough in working with you and your dog, Patrice is the trainer

Joanne & Ted
Patrice was a huge help with my golden retriever puppy, Nash! He can be a little nervous when meeting new people and she came up

Chelsea Sullivan
In Good Paws was able to help my boisterous, loud, too-smart-for-her-own-good teenage cattle dog learn how to settle and relax – even in public! Patrice

Aly Jabrocki
We have tried several dog trainers over the past 15 years and Patrice Kuiken of Good Paws Dog Training is outstanding in the field.  Her

Theo Dierks

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Proudly serving Colorado dog guardians in North Denver, Thornton, Brighton, Northglenn, as well as select parts of Westminster, Broomfield, Erie, and Arvada. *Photo of Patrice and Finn at top of homepage is by Paw Print Memories Photography 2024