Best Paw Forward Dog Training

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At Best Paw Forward Dog Training located in central Illinois, we offer a variety of dog training services, including group obedience classes, agility training, private sessions, home visits, and behavioral modification for reactive dogs.

04/21/2026

pssst...still room for 1 more in level 1 obedience starting tonight at 7pm šŸ‘€ sign up link below ā¬‡ļø

Ready to level up your pup? Youā€™re in luck!I have a Masterā€™s (Obedience Level 2) class starting next weekā€”and itā€™s on SA...
04/21/2026

Ready to level up your pup? Youā€™re in luck!

I have a Masterā€™s (Obedience Level 2) class starting next weekā€”and itā€™s on SALE šŸŽ‰ Use code LEVELUP at checkout to unlock your discount!

This class is designed to build on the skills your dog developed in Level 1 and start applying them to real-life situationsā€”because obedience shouldnā€™t just work in class, it should work everywhere.

šŸ“… Starts Monday, April 27th at 7pm
šŸ”— Sign up here: https://bestpawforwarddogtraining.as.me/aprilmasters

Spots are limited, so donā€™t miss out!

(P.S. Stay tunedā€¦ more discounts on ALL services are coming soon šŸ‘€)

Kepler says donā€™t forget we have a level 1 class starting tomorrow at 7pm! Springtime is the BEST time of year to get yo...
04/07/2026

Kepler says donā€™t forget we have a level 1 class starting tomorrow at 7pm! Springtime is the BEST time of year to get your dog all trained up before the summer kids sports games hit! Make sure your dogā€™s manners are up to s***f and ready to go everywhere with the family this summer!
Sign up here: https://bestpawforwarddogtraining.as.me/aprbachelors

Thank you to everyone who has expressed concern for and asked about Moss. I am pleased to say has has started steroid tr...
04/06/2026

Thank you to everyone who has expressed concern for and asked about Moss. I am pleased to say has has started steroid treatment and seems to be feeling much more like himself. For the last month, we have been battling an unknown neurological problem with Moss. His body was under attack on all sides: seizures, absent reflexes, partial blindness, facial paralysis, brittle and broken nails, lethargy, confusion, compulsive movements, loss of ability to swallow, inability to control his bladder, and just a generally very sick and sad looking dog. I have pursued quite literally thousands upon thousands of dollars in diagnostics for him, and it seems we have finally landed on trialing treatment for meningioencephalitis - which requires long term and possibly permanent steroid usage. If you know me at all you know my deep hatred of prednisone, especially in young dogs, and I am just devastated (at the same time as being absolutely thrilled that it seems to have made him feel so much better!). So the update overall is positive - moss seems to be on the road to recovery! Thank you all for your concern for Moss.
ā€¼ļøIn the intermediary time while moss is on a treatment plan that has the potential to temporarily impair his immune system, it is very possible his bodyā€™s ability to defend itself from infection will be low to none. So unfortunately he will not be coming to class or really leaving the house much in the foreseeable future. āš ļøPlease exercise caution bringing your dogs to class, please let me know if you have a sick dog, keep them home, and I will arrange to make up any sessions you miss!

Congrats to our newest Canine Good Citizen, Zeke! Cooper and Zeke had a fun graduation class on Saturday from PhD, and b...
04/06/2026

Congrats to our newest Canine Good Citizen, Zeke! Cooper and Zeke had a fun graduation class on Saturday from PhD, and both took their CGC tests! (Cooper here has already gotten his CGC so he came to show off šŸ˜†) congrats to these dogs and their owners, your hard work really shows!
Donā€™t forget I have a level 1 class starting tomorrow that still has openings! Sign up here: https://bestpawforwarddogtraining.as.me/aprbachelors

04/02/2026

Muzzles are a neutral tool that everyone should have in their toolbox! Some of you all know Iā€™ve been working through a plethora of medical issues in all my dogs, and if you are ever in this situation, muzzles can be a lifesaver! Just this week Iā€™ve used a:
1. Pica muzzle to make sure the cause of moss issues was not ingesting a mysterious unknown toxin
2. Basket muzzle to prevent a mass on the mouth from being broken open
3. Pica muzzle to prevent licking a foot injury
4. Basket muzzle while Merlin had a painful wound culture done at the vet, to make sure everyone feels safe and comfortable during a stressful moment!

You can also use muzzles for p**p eating, rock swallowing, stick chewing, surgical recovery, jaw injuries, reduce dog to dog infection risk, prevent leash biting, prevent line biting in lure coursing sports, and much MUCH more!

There are so many types of muzzles on the market for different purposes, I recommend trying a few to find the one that works best for you!

My dogs mainly use the Birdwell Muzzle, which you can find here (I like how cheap and easy it is!):
https://www.birdwellmuzzles.com/product/adjustable-solid-color-dog-muzzle/

Mesh Pica muzzle:
https://amzn.to/48afomg

Leerbug muzzle (widest size variety):
https://leerburg.com/polycoated-muzzle.php

And in the video there is also briefly a Baskerville classic muzzle:
https://amzn.to/4mbou8f

Congrats to Tucker on graduating Bachelor's all by himself during spring break! I appreciate the commitment to getting t...
03/23/2026

Congrats to Tucker on graduating Bachelor's all by himself during spring break! I appreciate the commitment to getting that diploma even in the midst of such a busy week!
Now that spring break is over for most of us, I am looking forward to jumping back into teaching! Don't forget I have an upcoming Level 1 class starting this thursday at 7pm! Sign up here: https://bestpawforwarddogtraining.as.me/marbachelors
Let's get back at it!

Congrats to some recent Masterā€™s graduates! šŸŽ“ what a lovely little group of dogs. I always enjoy when groups have a larg...
03/12/2026

Congrats to some recent Masterā€™s graduates! šŸŽ“ what a lovely little group of dogs. I always enjoy when groups have a large variance in temperament types and all have different individual goals, it makes class fun and interesting!

Donā€™t forget we have upcoming classes starting! Sign up here: https://bestpawforwarddogtraining.as.me/

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1412 North Market Street
Monticello, IL
61856

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+12176079909

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