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Certified dog trainer
Grace Annaleigh Seward
Grace Annaleigh Seward

Austin, TX

Grace Annaleigh Seward

Grace grew up in a dog-immersed family and has seen firsthand how challenging life with both kids and dogs can be. She trained her first dog, Skye, at age 11. She has been a professional dog trainer for over 9 years and is passionate about helping families with dogs live in harmony.

Training Philosophy

Grace uses gentle, force-free methods that promote lasting results and make training a well-mannered dog easy for the whole family. She is committed to continuing education and top industry certifications.

Services

CoPaws Dog Training offers a variety of services, including:

  • Surviving Puppyhood: A 6-week program for puppies up to 6 months old that covers basic manners, problem-solving, and problem prevention. The program includes 6 weekly 1-hour lessons, an informational webinar, homework handouts, and phone and messaging support. The price is $475.
  • Real World Manners: A 6-week program for dogs 6 months and above that teaches everyday manners and life skills. The program includes 6 weekly 1-hour lessons, an informational webinar, homework handouts, and phone and messaging support. The price is $475.
  • Family Dog Consultation: A 90-minute consultation via Zoom that helps families with kids and dogs live in harmony. The consultation includes an informational webinar, a customized action plan, and the price is $185.
  • Kid Dog Central: A one-week camp for kids (aged 9-13) and their dogs that includes five individually themed days (Basic skills, Tricks, Rally, Agility and Scent-work). The camp includes 5 days of camp and online Training Club access for 1 year. The price is $500.

Specializations

Family dog training, puppy training, obedience training, real-world manners, kids and dogs

Training Methods

Gentle, force-free methods

Customer Reviews

"Grace is professional and, just as important, compassionate. We are blessed to have found them."

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Why is positive reinforcement emphasized, and what is it?

Positive reinforcement centers on rewarding preferred behaviors, ensuring a pleasant learning journey for your dog. This humane approach is scientifically proven to be the most effective long-term training method, strengthening the bond between you and your pet. By consistently rewarding good behavior, your dog learns to associate actions with positive outcomes, leading to lasting improvements and a happier companion.

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How do group sessions differ from private ones?

Group sessions offer a communal setting where your dog learns general obedience alongside other dogs. In contrast, private sessions grant focused attention, making them perfect for targeted behavior modifications or individualized training agendas.

Which training techniques do these trainers abstain from?

All our trainers are committed to positive reinforcement techniques and steer clear of any harsh or punitive methods. Their primary goal is to make training a joyous journey for you and your dog.

When can I expect to see results using positive reinforcement training?

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