About Padded Paws

Pet dog training in San Antonio

Padded Paws is a dog training business serving the greater San Antonio area, founded by Danny Villanueva. Danny left a 12-year retail management career to enroll in Starmark Academy for Professional Dog Trainers, where he became a Certified Dog Trainer and Behavior Specialist. He especially enjoys working with adopted rescue dogs. The programs are built on structure, guidance, leadership and care.

Programs

Every client starts with a free 60 to 90 minute custom training consultation, held virtually, at Padded Paws HQ or at the owner's residence. Private Lessons / In-Home Lessons take place at the client's home or the trainer's home location and include weekly action plans with video support, training gear, written training guides, two free follow-up sessions and unlimited phone and email support. The 3-week Board and Train has dogs live with the trainer's own pack, with around-the-clock training, public outings to pet-friendly stores, restaurants and parks, daily photo and video updates and four free follow-up sessions.

What owners say

"We recently adopted a 9-month old puppy from a rescue organization and after just a few sessions with Danny, there has been a night and day difference in her behavior."

What to ask

Ask about pricing for lessons and the board and train.