DO YOU WANT TO COMMUNICATE WITH YOUR DOG WITHOUT BARKING AT THEM?
Get in touch with a professional dog trainer, sitter, and dog walker serving Lexington, West Columbia, Columbia, Leesville, Chapin, Gilbert, SC & surrounding areas TODAY!
Dog Walking
If you are within 10 miles and need your dog walked, allow us to help with your busy lifestyle.
What makes Professional Paws the right choice for you?
When you train with Professional Paws, you'll get one-on-one attention with the owner.
We take great pride in offering customized training solutions tailored to the unique needs of every owner and their dog. With our extensive experience in dog training since 2004, we have the expertise to handle even the most challenging pups. What sets us apart as a premier provider of dog training services is our...
commitment to coming to you, eliminating the stress of introducing your dog to an unfamiliar setting. Our expertise enables us to address a variety of behavioral issues, including aggression, anxiety, leash walking, and more. We provide essential coaching and support for each owner, fostering the development of strong, lasting bonds. Recognizing that rewarding positive behavior is more effective than punishing negative behavior, we place an emphasis on care and positive reinforcement at the foundation of all our training.
Reach out to us today to discover more about our dog training services. Please note, we accept cash and checks, and we also offer discounts for military personnel and senior citizens.


Just some of
our happy customers:
Alyssa P
Kimberly has been amazing helping us get our new puppy trained to have all the right habits! Definitely recommend for all your dog training needs. We hope to use her pet sitting services also as well!
Jaqueennia L
Professional paws is so awesome ! Kimberly is the best trainer there is ! We started back in February with our fur baby who is Dalmatian and her name is Kimbella and she fell in love instantly . Even during the pandemic Kimberly has been there for us and we love her dearly!
Theresa K
Kimberly is such a Sweet Lady. My Jack learned how to sit and halt on first visit. He is learning new things every week. He loves Kimberly to death. I would highly recommend her.
Dog Boarding Not Offered
Common dog training problems that dog owners and trainers often encounter:
- Pulling on the leash
- Jumping on people
- Inconsistent responses to commands
- Refusing to lie down or stay in place
- Excessive barking
- Chewing inappropriate objects
- Separation anxiety
- Aggression towards people or dogs
- Resource guarding (food, toys, space)
- Fearfulness or reactivity (e.g., to loud noises, strangers)
- Chasing cars, bikes, or other animals
Providing top-notch dog training and pet sitting services
There's no reason to settle for a misbehaved pup. At Professional Paws, our experienced dog trainer has over a decade of experience working with all types of dogs, from those struggling with aggressiveness to deaf dogs in need of sight training. We'll work with you and your pet closely to identify areas of improvement and create a training plan that aligns with your goals.
In addition to behavior training, we help pet owners with practical care techniques like how to cut pet nails safely and calmly at home. Proper grooming and nail trimming for dogs can make a big difference in their comfort and overall behavior, especially during training.
We can provide a wide range of dog training services, including...
Our pet care tips also extend to feline owners — we often share guidance on nail cutting for cats to help your pets stay calm and injury-free. Whether it’s safe nail clipping for pets or consistent obedience training, we focus on creating a stress-free, positive experience for every animal.
In addition to our dog training services, we also offer dog sitting. We can travel to your home to take care of your pup while you're away. Our dog sitting services cover feeding, administering medication and taking dogs on walks, so you can have peace of mind knowing your pup is in good hands. Contact us today to arrange for dog sitting services in Lexington, West Columbia, Columbia, Leesville, Gilbert & Chapin, SC.
Encourage Good Behavior in Your Dog
Reach out to a professional dog trainer serving Lexington, Irmo, Columbia, Chapin, Gilbert, SC & surrounding areas
Maybe you just got a new puppy, or maybe your family dog has started misbehaving recently. No matter what your goals are for your pet, you can count on the professional dog trainer at Professional Paws to help. We offer a wide range of dog and puppy training courses to get to the root of bad behaviors and provide long-lasting improvements. Our services don't stop with your pet. We can also teach you and your family members how to train your family dog in order to continue their development.
We also offer pet sitting services, so your pet can enjoy a comfortable stay at home under our care while you're on vacation. Contact us now to speak to a professional dog trainer serving Lexington, Irmo, Columbia, West Columbia, Gilbert, Leesville, Chapin, SC, and surrounding areas.



