Smart Paws — 4.8★ (42 reviews), Cleves Dog Trainer
Smart Paws
★★★★★★★★★★4.8 42 reviews
5926 OH-128, Cleves, Ohio 45002
Positive reinforcementObedience Training
5926 OH-128, Cleves, Ohio 45002
Overview
FormatFacility
Training methodPositive reinforcement
Experience10+ years
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About Smart Paws
Positive, praise-based training
Smart Paws Dog Training and Boarding runs a full-service facility at 5926 St. Rt. 128 in Cleves, OH. The approach is described as "positive, praise-based training" built around "encouragement and praising good behavior" to build trust between owner and dog. Their stated focus covers a wide range of common behavior challenges: play-biting, aggression, recall problems, leash reactivity, jumping, excessive barking, and separation anxiety — so the programs aren't just basic obedience but extend into behavior work.
A family-run, all-breeds operation
The business markets itself as "Family-Owned For Over 10 Years" and welcomes "All Breeds. All Sizes. All Welcome." Alongside training, Smart Paws offers boarding and daycare, making it a one-stop option for owners who want training and care under one roof. A trainer named Tom appears in client testimonials, though a full staff biography isn't laid out on the main page. The site leans into a few strong promises — "NEVER Any Add-On Charges Or Hidden Fees" and "Lifetime Guaranteed Results" — which are worth clarifying directly when you inquire. With active testimonials, blog content, and a newsletter, the business presents as established and current. Reach them at 513-572-7297 for program details.
Early socialization, house-training and first manners for young dogs.
Reviews
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Tonia Hyllengren · 7 months ago
★★★★★
Tom was amazing with my young, busy corgi, Cider. Tom trained me as much as my dog. Cider loves to go to doggie day care. Highly recommended.
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Julie Frampton · a year ago
★★★★★
Board and Train with Tom at Smart Paws was one of the best decisions we’ve ever made. Our dog was hyper, inattentive, and did pretty much everything we didn’t want her to. After 16 days with Tom she is so well behaved it is hard to believe. We are following through as instructed to reinforce her training, but even that is super simple. Tom continues to check in with us and offers a lifetime guarantee should we encounter a problem. We are so happy to finally be able to say that Sadie is not only sweet, but also well-behaved. Smart Paws is THE place for dog training!
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Cassie Richards · a year ago
★★★★★
Smart Paws did an amazing job training our boy. He is still our happy boy but follows his commands and so obedient. Tom went through all the commands with us with patience and grace. We highly recommend Smart Paws.
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Kaitlyn Frederick · 11 months ago
★★★★★
We used Smart Paws to board our dog and they took excellent care of her! We previously tried other facilities in the past and found the kennel-free options just weren’t best for our girl and caused her a lot of stress not having a designated place to rest and recoup. Smart Paws did a great job at balancing play, potty, and sleep time and prices were fair. We also really liked that they do individual play time, it gave us peace of mind knowing she was getting the attention she needs without having to worry about any aggression between her and other dogs during play. We were able to relax and enjoy our weekend away knowing our girl was in great hands and in an environment that was safe and structured well for her needs.
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Kimberly Caldwell · a year ago
★★★★★
Tom and Abby are great. Dude seemed to like staying for a couple nights and Abby did his hair perfect. I’ve struggles to find a good groomer and Abby is by far the best since I moved from South Dakota.
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