Paws and Presence Training offers in-person dog behaviour training primarily in Madison, Huntsville, Athens, and Harvest, Alabama. Virtual consultations are also available for clients outside these areas.

Each one-to-one session is tailored to your dog's specific behaviour challenges and your household's lifestyle. Sessions include detailed observation, personalised behaviour plans, and step-by-step coaching for owners to practice between appointments. Follow-up support helps maintain progress over time.

We help with common challenges such as lead pulling, recall difficulties, separation anxiety, fear and confidence issues, reactivity, excessive barking, jumping up, and general manners both at home and on walks.

Our approach combines canine behaviour science with emotional intelligence and performance psychology. We train the human as much as the dog, focusing on clear communication, calm leadership, and understanding emotions to build trust and lasting behavioural change rather than quick obedience fixes.

Emotional intelligence in dog training involves recognising and managing both the dog's and the owner's emotional states. This helps reduce stress, improve communication, and build a cooperative relationship based on trust rather than fear or force.

Yes, we provide puppy training and socialisation sessions designed to build confidence, teach basic manners, and safely expose puppies to new experiences. These early interventions help prevent future behaviour problems.

We offer specialised behaviour consultations and tailored training plans that address the root causes of separation anxiety. Our methods focus on creating a calm environment, gradual desensitisation, and coaching owners on how to manage their own emotional responses.

Adam McLean, the founder, holds a PhD in performance psychology, has 30 years as an Air Force officer and pilot, and is a graduate of the Animal Behavior College. He is also a member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers and certified in Pet First Aid/CPR.

You can request an appointment by contacting us via phone or email. We schedule sessions by appointment only to provide personalised one-to-one support.

Yes, follow-up coaching is part of our service to help troubleshoot setbacks, reinforce progress, and ensure behavioural improvements are maintained long term.

A home visit assessment involves observing your dog in their natural environment, understanding routines and triggers, and discussing your goals. This comprehensive view allows us to design an effective, personalised training plan.

Yes, all training is based on positive reinforcement, kindness, and emotional safety. We avoid harsh or punitive techniques to foster trust and cooperation.

Results vary depending on the dog's behaviour and the owner's consistency, but clients often notice improvements within a few sessions. Our step-by-step coaching helps build lasting changes over time.