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Certified dog trainer
Heather Lynn Sherman
Heather Lynn Sherman

Oakland Park, NE

Applause Your Paws Dog Training

Heather Lynn Sherman, the founder of Applause Your Paws Dog Training, has been a dog trainer for over six years. She started her business by offering private lessons in clients' homes. She has a strong commitment to humane and fear-free training methods. She was inspired to open a training facility after a client suggested that she pre-sell training packages to raise the capital needed to open a facility. She was able to secure the necessary funds and opened the AYP Canine Training Center in South Miami. The business has since expanded to Broward County and is planning to expand to Blue Ridge, Georgia.


Training Philosophy


Applause Your Paws is 100% committed to providing a fun, effective, and diverse training environment for all ages and types of people and their canine companions. They use positive reinforcement training methods.


Services


Applause Your Paws offers a variety of dog training services, including:


  • Private Lessons: Starting at $149, these lessons are customized to fit the needs and schedule of the client and their dog. They are available anywhere in Broward County.
  • Group Classes: $199/ 5 week course. These classes are designed for hands-on learning with the dog in a group setting. They are great for training around distractions.
  • Board & Train Programs: Starting at $2,399. These two-week bootcamps are designed to provide the fastest and most reliable results. They are perfect for busy schedules. Clients can choose to have their dog trained at the facility or at home with a professional trainer.
  • Daycare Plus Training: $85/day. This option is perfect for active dogs and busy people. Clients can leave their dog at the Miami facility for class and recess while they are at work.


Specializations


Applause Your Paws specializes in obedience training, puppy training, and therapy work.


Training Methods


Applause Your Paws uses positive reinforcement training methods.

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