25 years of positive and force-free dog training
Our purpose is simple: to help families raise confident, well-mannered puppies—trusted by families throughout Healdsburg, Santa Rosa, Windsor, and beyond.
Our approach combines modern training methods with decades of experience, creating a calm, effective learning environment tailored to the rhythms and lifestyle of Sonoma County families.
Why Sonoma Families Choose Us
Over 25 years of trusted puppy & dog training experience
Programs shaped around real-world home life, vineyards, and outdoor Sonoma living
Tailored services designed for busy families
Positive-reinforcement methods rooted in science-based techniques
A calm, supportive experience for both owners and pups
“It's amazing what just a few sessions did for our dog and Molly uses all positive reinforcement for training.”
-Chris R. - Yelp
our services
new pup playbook
Start smart. Build it right from the very beginning.
You just got a puppy. Now what? This 4-session package sets you and your pup up for success from day one, before bad habits have a chance to take hold.
Bite inhibition, crate training & house manners
Positive, science-based methods built for tiny brains
In-home sessions + between-session support
who’s walking who?
Spoiler: It should be you.
If every walk feels like a battle, this is your package. We tackle pulling, lunging, and leash chaos in real-world environments where they actually happen.
Pulling, lunging & distraction management
Handler coaching, because your skills matter too
Neighborhood walks, trails, parks & beyond
rocket recalls
Because "come here" should actually work.
A reliable recall is the single most important skill your dog can have. We build it from the ground up — and then test it where it counts.
Progressive training from home to high-distraction environments
Distance, duration & distraction, all covered
Positive reinforcement that makes coming back irresistible
manners & more
Good behavior isn't a myth. Let's prove it.
Whether you have a puppy learning the ropes or an adult dog who's picked up some bad habits — this package brings structure, consistency, and real results.
Sit, stay, down, leave it & loose-leash walking
Works for puppies and adult dogs
In-home and on-location, so skills stick everywhere
schedule your consultation
molly@justpawstraining.com
415-744-4973 (text welcomed)