West Monroe, LA
Gracie Putnam
Gracie Putnam started her journey as a professional dog trainer by taking The Victoria Stillwell Academy Fundamentals of Dog Training and Behavior Course. She has attended her annual Dog Training Behavior Conferences and continues to attend them annually to stay up to date on all the latest training science and information. She has worked for several dog daycare and boarding facilities gathering training experience and often volunteered her training services while she was learning everything she needed to know. She still volunteers regularly as a trainer for local rescues.
Training Philosophy
Gracie Putnam believes in reward-based training and focuses on enriching the lives of her clients safely. She emphasizes structure, management, communication, routine, and empathy as important components of the training process.
Services
Gracie Putnam offers a variety of training programs for dogs of all ages and breeds. These include:
- ONE LESSON WONDER: A one-time power lesson to get on the right track. This lesson covers basic training protocols, teaching basic cues, establishing a healthy routine, addressing problem behaviors, and setting up a training plan.
- RAMBUNCTIOUS TO RELIABLE: IN SIX WEEKS: A six-week program that lays the foundation for a lifetime of good behavior. This program includes six in-person training sessions, three enrichment activities, an exclusive Facebook community group, a follow-up phone call, handouts, a customized training plan, a long training leash, and access to Gracie via phone for additional questions.
- HANDS OFF - PAWS ON: 4 WEEK TRANSFORMATION: A four-week program for busy pet parents who want to outsource basic obedience training. This program includes five training lessons per week for four weeks, an additional training session three weeks after completion, a follow-up call three months after completion, an exclusive Facebook community group, three enrichment activity puzzles, a long training leash, handouts, and a customized training plan.
Training Methods
Reward-based training
Customer Reviews
"It was hard to find a trainer in Monroe that deals with reactivity. Luckily Gracie stepped up to the plate and after two sessions of working with her Milo already made major progress!"
Social Media Links
@purposelypawsitive (Instagram)
Purposeful Paws (Facebook)
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