About For Paws K9 Training

Who they are

The site introduces the business as "For Paws Canine Training and Pet Sitting," run by Jim and Marilyn Devenny out of 2844 B Crescent Springs Road, Erlanger KY 41017. The About page splits the roles: "Jim Devenny – Obedience Training" and "Marilyn Devenny – Pet Sitting." They write: "My wife Marilyn and I have been involved with animal rescue and pet sitting for over 25 years."

Method

"At For Paws, we use a variety of positive reinforcement techniques and methods while watching or training your pet. We work with your dog's natural instincts to encourage desired behaviors and promote a stronger bond with you and your family. We have found that positive reward-based training produces the best results. Your pet should never fear you or us when being watched or trained."

Training options

– **Group classes** – "15 classes each week | Puppy Culture & Levels 1 – 4," running Puppy Culture, Level One Beginners Basics, Level Two Intermediate Basics, Level Three Skilled and Level Four Advanced.

– **Residency programs** – Daycare & Train and Board (Overnight) & Train "At Allies Walkabout (with For Paws Training)", plus a Comprehensive Board & Train "In a For Paws Trainer's Home."

– **Private visits, consultations and evaluations** – private in-home training, private on-site training at the For Paws training facility, behavior modification, and "Consultations & Evaluations to determine training needs (can be by phone or in-person)."

– **Designation / certification training** – Therapy Dog, Service Dog and AKC Canine Good Citizen, with evaluation and certification offered for AKC CGC and Alliance of Therapy Dogs.

Pet care

Listed separately from training: daily visits to your home, daily walks on leash, "Administering Medications if needed," and pet sitting in your home during the day or overnight.

Published pricing

The pricing page is unusually complete (all figures "+ 6% Sales Tax"): group classes $290 for two months, $525 for four months, $740 for six months; combined private-and-group packages from $430 to $565; private sessions $160 for one, $305 for two, $435 for three; Daycare and Train (At Allies Walkabout) $125; Board and Train (At Allies Walkabout) $155; In-House Day Care and Train (At For Paws Facility) $140 per day; Comprehensive Board and Train (In a Trainer's Home) $175 per day. Evaluations, testing and special services, and behavior modification for a "Reactive/Aggressive Dog," are listed as "Varies."

Stated service area

The site publishes a list: "Northern Kentucky, Covington Kentucky, Erlanger Kentucky, Florence Kentucky, Fort Mitchell Kentucky, Fort Wright Kentucky, Independence Kentucky, Lakeside Park Kentucky, Park Hills Kentucky, Union Kentucky, Villa Hills Kentucky."