About Paws Inn Pet Essentials

A pet store with dog training in Waconia

Paws Inn Pet Essentials is a locally owned pet supply store at 120 S Vine St in Waconia. Alongside natural and holistic food, treats and supplies, the store runs a dog training program with open gym, private training and group training options.

Training

The store describes its dog training as concentrating on aggression, obedience, behavior modification, house breaking and new puppy training. Its instructors are described as certified practitioners who specialize in fixing behavior issues with a force-free approach, so dogs enjoy learning and keep what they are taught. Appointments can be requested online or by phone.

Other services

The store offers nutritional counseling with its pet nutrition specialists, Saturday nail trims, a self-service dog wash, oven-baked treats from its dog bakery, and it works with local pet adoptions.

What owners say

One customer with a leash-reactive dog thanked the staff "for fitting him in yesterday privately."

What to ask

Ask about class schedules, private training prices and the instructors' certifications.