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Family Paws Parent Education Your leading experts in dog, baby and toddler dynamics since 2002 We are in 12 countries and 41 U.S. states! Why choose Family Paws?

Family Paws Parent Education is an established network of professionals worldwide dedicated to supporting families with dogs. We also offer a wide range of services to support dog professionals and childbirth professionals to increase safety and decrease stress between babies, toddlers and family dogs. If you need to find an educator near you, we can help! FPPE offers two internationally licensed & highly endorsed programs, "Dogs & Storks" and "Dogs & Toddlers" for new and expecting families with dogs. Every one of our educators are licensed and completes a thorough 13-week long program taught by Jennifer Shryock, FPPE Founder and Owner. All educators receive a real world tested presentation created by an expert in dog and baby/toddler dynamics, and have a support team of their own made up of licensed dog & baby/toddler professionals. Family Paws Parent Educators believes creating Dog Aware™ generations is essential in all communities and the human-canine bond.

LAST Dog Aware for Dog Professionals of 2026 starts November 1st! Are you a dog trainer or behavior consultant working w...
10/22/2026

LAST Dog Aware for Dog Professionals of 2026 starts November 1st!

Are you a dog trainer or behavior consultant working with families who have dogs, babies, or toddlers?

Looking to boost your confidence and skills in this unique niche — and earn CEUs for International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants or CCPDT© ?

🎓 Our Dog Aware Mini Course is just what you need!

You’ll get hands-on, practical strategies starting in Week 1, using Family Paws materials designed to support families through real-life parenting and pet challenges.

We’ll dive into the 4 Pillars of Dog Aware:
🐾 Body Language
🐾 Sensitivities
🐾 Proximity
🐾 Supervision

Whether you’re new to this space or want to sharpen your expertise, this course will set you — and your clients — up for success.

💻 Register through the link in our bio or drop MINI in the comments and we’ll DM you the registration link!

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We can’t wait to learn with you!

Educator Course is 10% off until the end of October! Register today!! Looking for Creative Ways to Grow Your Dog Trainin...
10/19/2026

Educator Course is 10% off until the end of October! Register today!!

Looking for Creative Ways to Grow Your Dog Training Business? 🤔

🐾✨ Here’s a whole new direction you might not have considered…

Dog & Baby/Toddler Safety and Dynamics!

It’s not just a niche—it’s a game-changer ✨

Becoming a Licensed Family Paws® Parent Educator opens doors to entirely new markets from anywhere in the world:

👶 Child development professionals

🐶 Veterinary teams

🤰 Doulas & birth professionals

🏡 New & expecting families

You’ll gain powerful tools to support families during one of the most pivotal transitions of their lives—and position yourself as the trusted expert they need.

📅 Next course begins virtually January 2027

This is more than education—it’s a chance to change lives and build Dog Aware® generations through preparation, empathy, and expert guidance.

Ready to expand your impact?

Let’s do this—together.

🐶 Register Here: https://www.familypaws.com/services/for-dog-professionals/

Have questions? Send us a message today!

We hear it all the time…💬 “My dog would never hurt my baby.”💬 “They’ve always been so good together!”💬 “My toddler just ...
10/15/2026

We hear it all the time…

💬 “My dog would never hurt my baby.”
💬 “They’ve always been so good together!”
💬 “My toddler just wants to give the dog a hug!”
💬 “The dog will just move away if they’re uncomfortable.”

But here’s the thing… even the most loving family dogs have boundaries, and young children are still learning how to interact safely with them.

At Family Paws Parent Education, we’re all about replacing common misconceptions with practical, proactive strategies that help families create safer, more comfortable relationships between their dogs and children.

Because dog and baby safety isn’t about hoping everything will be okay. It’s about understanding body language, recognizing when your dog needs space, creating appropriate boundaries, and setting EVERYONE up for success.

❤️ Babies grow. Dogs age. Adjust at every stage.

Let’s stop relying on luck and start building safer relationships from the very beginning!

🐶 Want to feel more confident navigating life with dogs and little ones? Family Paws Parent Education is here to help! Give us a follow to learn more!

While at the CANIS Conference we were able to give away some of the incredible Doggone Crazy Board Games trough a daily ...
10/14/2026

While at the CANIS Conference we were able to give away some of the incredible Doggone Crazy Board Games trough a daily raffle!

Congratulations to Kailey King, Stacy Gray, Valerie Licausi, and Kapil Patwardhan on your new board games!!

Interested in learning more about this incredible board game? Check out Dog Gone Crazy board game through their page!

🔗 https://doggonecrazy.ca/

What an incredible experience the CANIS Conference has been so far! 🥹We’ve had the opportunity to connect with so many i...
10/09/2026

What an incredible experience the CANIS Conference has been so far! 🥹

We’ve had the opportunity to connect with so many inspiring individuals who share our passion for supporting dogs and the people who love them! From meaningful conversations and new connections to reconnecting with old friends, it has been such a wonderful few days!

There’s something so special about being surrounded by people who are passionate about education, collaboration, and making a difference in the lives of dogs and their families.

We’re feeling so grateful for all the amazing conversations and connections we’ve made so far, and we can’t wait to see what the rest of the conference brings!

If you’re attending CANIS, make sure to stop by Booth 227 and say hello! 💚

We’re all set up and ready for CANIS Conference ! 🐾🎉The Family Paws Parent Education team is officially ready to welcome...
10/07/2026

We’re all set up and ready for CANIS Conference ! 🐾🎉

The Family Paws Parent Education team is officially ready to welcome CANIS Conference participants starting at 5 PM today! Come find us at Booth 227 to say hi, meet some of our educators, learn more about Family Paws, and join in on some fun activities and giveaways! 💚

✨ PLUS — our CANIS special is happening ALL MONTH LONG!

If you’ve been thinking about becoming a Licensed Family Paws Parent Educator, now is the perfect time! Register for our January 2027 Educator Licensing Program during the month of October and receive 10% off your registration!

Join a community of 200+ licensed educators helping families navigate life with dogs, babies, and toddlers. 🐶👶

📍 CANIS Conference | Booth 227
🕔 We’ll see you starting at 5 PM today!

Come say hi — we can’t wait to meet you! 💚🐾

🤫 We’ve been keeping a little secret… and we’re finally ready to share it!With the CANIS Conference happening this week,...
10/07/2026

🤫 We’ve been keeping a little secret… and we’re finally ready to share it!

With the CANIS Conference happening this week, we wanted to do something special for those of you who have been thinking about becoming a Licensed Family Paws Parent Educator! 🐾👶

Our Family Paws Parent Education Educator Licensing Program is truly one of a kind. It’s designed to give professionals the education, tools and ongoing support they need to confidently help families navigate the complexities of life with dogs, babies and toddlers.

And you’re never doing it alone 💛

With a community of 200+ Licensed Family Paws Parent Educators, you’ll have an incredible network of professionals on your side as you learn, grow and support families in your own community.

✨ And here’s the secret…

For the month of October, we’re offering 10% OFF enrollment for those joining our first Educator Licensing Course of 2027, beginning in January!

If becoming a Family Paws Parent Educator has been on your mind, this might just be your sign 👀🐾

Come visit us at the CANIS Conference to learn more, meet members of the Family Paws team and find out if becoming a Licensed Family Paws Parent Educator is the next step for you!

🐾 Not attending CANIS? You can still take advantage of the October offer — apply using the link in our bio or send us a message to learn more!

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There are so many reasons why we believe becoming a licensed Family Paws Parent Educator is a game changer—for you, for ...
10/04/2026

There are so many reasons why we believe becoming a licensed Family Paws Parent Educator is a game changer—for you, for families, and for dogs! 🐶

But don’t just take it from us…

We asked some of our nearly 250 licensed educators to share their “why” behind joining our one-of-a-kind licensing program—and their answers might just inspire yours! 🥹

Our first class of 2027 starts in January! We hope to see you there! Have any questions? Send us a message today!

🔗 Link to register: https://www.familypaws.com/services/for-dog-professionals/

🐾 Family Paws Parent Education is heading to CANIS Conference 2026! We can’t believe it’s a little over a week away! Wil...
09/27/2026

🐾 Family Paws Parent Education is heading to CANIS Conference 2026! We can’t believe it’s a little over a week away!

Will we see you there?

We’re excited to be attending the CANIS Conference from October 7–10, 2026, bringing together professionals from across the dog training and behaviour community for several days of learning, connection, and collaboration.

If you’re attending CANIS, make sure to stop by Booth 227 and say hello to the Family Paws Parent Education team! 💛

Come learn more about how Family Paws supports professionals and families in creating safer, more successful relationships between dogs and children through education, proactive preparation, and practical strategies for every stage of family life.

📍 Find Family Paws at Booth 227
📅 October 7–10, 2026

We can’t wait to connect with fellow dog professionals, share resources, and talk all things dogs + kids! 🐶👶

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