Welcome to Balancing Paws
We help families create calm, confident dogs by teaching clear communication and everyday structure. Our mission is simple, make training feel easy, effective, and practical for owners.
Every program follows our proven Blueprint, guiding dogs and owners through the key stages of transformation:
- Meaningful Boundaries: problem solving, clarity and respect in the home.
- Way of the Walk: calm, connected leash skills.
- Bulletproof Obedience: reliable habits that hold up anywhere.
- Reliable Recall: the freedom of off-leash trust.
Our goal isn’t just a well-behaved dog, it’s a stronger bond, easier days, and a life you can actually enjoy together.
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CONSULTATION - BEST FIRST STEP ▾
Not sure which program fits best? Meet with us to assess goals, outline your plan, and book fast.
PRIVATE PROGRAMS - HANDS-ON COACHING ▾
Who it’s for: Owners who want to learn the system step-by-step with their dog at home and in real life.
What you’ll gain: Meaningful Boundaries → Way of the Walk → Bulletproof Obedience → Reliable Recall.
All Programs Include: Training Tool Kit and 8 Group Classes.
4-LESSON PROGRAM $1,100
- Boundaries, leash skills (Turn/Bump/Stop), and core obedience.
- Weekly sessions with measurable progress.
8-LESSON PROGRAM $1,885
- Everything in 4-lesson, plus Reliable Recall & higher distractions.
- Ideal for reactive dogs or off-leash goals.
BOARD & TRAIN - WORLD CLASS RESULTS ▾
Our Board & Train is a full immersion lifestyle reset that delivers the fastest and most complete transformation. Every day builds structure, clarity, and calm confidence that lasts long after your dog returns home.
What truly sets Balancing Paws apart is how deeply we involve you in the process. Your dog learns here, but you learn too. Weekly owner meetings bridge the gap between training and real life, ensuring you understand every tool, command, and mindset needed to keep progress going.
We don’t just train your dog, we teach you how to lead them with confidence.
All Programs Include: A complete training tool kit, six months of unlimited Group Training, and weekly owner sessions to help you understand your dog’s progress and maintain it at home.
- 2 Weeks — $2,495 Establishes structure, boundaries, and clear on-leash communication.
- 4 Weeks — $4,595 Completes the full Bootcamp Blueprint for reliable obedience under distraction and builds a solid off-leash foundation.
- 6 Weeks — $6,695 Ideal for behavioral rehabilitation or deeper resets that build lasting confidence and calm both on and off leash.
- Extra Week — $980 Optional fine-tuning or refresher to reinforce communication and consistency.
This isn’t just training. It’s a lifestyle reset for both dog and human — built on calm, confidence, and connection.
Apply for Board & TrainONLINE TRAINING - LEARN FROM ANYWHERE ▾
Prefer to move at your own pace? Our guided online course walks you step-by-step through the entire Bootcamp Blueprint - from Meaningful Boundaries to Reliable Recall - with clear demos, measurable homework, and progress checklists.
Explore Online CoursesWhat Our Students Are Saying
Real results from real families. Tap “Read full review” to see each story.
Dalia Mitchell ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
We started Zoom the day we brought Pearl home. The facility is amazing. After two weeks she doesn’t bolt, plays appropriately, and knows her limits.
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We love our experience with Balancing Paws! We began the day we brought Pearl home with a series of zoom sessions to provide us with the fundamentals for surviving the puppy stage. As she got older we realized that it’s time experience their amazing facility! What a place! Yoni and his crew were amazing. Pearl absolutely loved being there, our family received the learning that WE needed, and after two weeks we brought home a dog that is the envy of our very dog friendly neighborhood. She no longer runs across the street to see her puppy friends, can play appropriately, knows her limits, and she can even enjoy some time in the grass alongside her friends. We highly recommend Balancing Paws for your dog training and/or boarding needs!
Kay Schafer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Our 1-year-old rescue lacked confidence and recall. After 2 weeks he walked calmly by busy streets and comes running when called.
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We recently took our new 1 year old rescue pup Kenny to Balancing Paws for a 2 week boot camp training. He had been a stray and he lacked confidence when outside with pretty much everything. When we picked him up and took him for a walk next to a busy street we were amazed with his new found confidence! He had no recall either before he went to BP and now when we call him he comes running. We couldn't be happier. We are continuing with the group classes that come with the training to continue to keep learning. We actually found Yoni at BP over 11 years ago and our 2 pups then were trained there. We were always asked how we got our dogs to be so well behaved. As you can see from the photo the 12 year old still does place really well and now so does Kenny! Yoni, John and Jenna are outstanding.
Derek Lerner ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Yoni and his team transformed our dog’s confidence and demeanor over three weeks - it’s been life-changing for our whole family.
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We brought our dog Link to Balancing Paws Dog training and could not be happier with our experience. Yoni worked closely with his staff over a three week period to transform our dog's confidence, demeanor, and overall quality of life. It’s been transformative for the whole family. We also really enjoy attending group class to reinforce the foundations that were established during the retreat. I highly recommend Balancing Paws Dog Training for anyone looking to foster a true, authentic relationship with their dog.
Andrea Faggionato ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
I dreaded walking my two doodles - they were out of control. After a 2-week program they’re totally different dogs, calm and enjoyable!
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Balancing Paws was a great experience! I have one medium golden doodle and one large golden doodle and they were so out of control on walks to the point I dreaded walking them and rarely did. I dropped them off for the 2-week training and my dogs are totally different dogs! I am now excited to take them places again, go for walks, and have them meet other people. Would definitely recommend Balancing Paws to anyone and everyone!!
Jackie Baumgarten ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Yoni transformed my 83 lb insecure, snappy dog into a calm family member and taught me how to maintain it - life changing!
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Yoni transformed my 83 lb insecure, randomly snappy dog into an amazing family member! He found Guinness's off switch and, more importantly, educated me in how to maintain this quality of life for Guinness and our family. Can't put a price on a well-behaved dog you love being around. Thank you Yoni and crew!! I highly recommend Balancing Paws 🐾 for anybody's dog training needs. You will not be disappointed!!
Miranda Kruse ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Beyond impressed. After the 8-course program, Archie went from dog-aggressive to a dog I trust and feel deeply connected to.
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Beyond impressed. Just finished our 8-course training with Yoni & I simply can't believe how far our dog, Archie, has come in such a short time. Just a month ago, we were worried we wouldn't be able to keep him due to dog aggression, insert Balancing Paws, and I have never trusted him more. Truly have never felt more connected to a dog and it honestly saddens me my past dogs didn't go through Yoni's training as I can see how much more fulfilled they would have been. Not only is Archie living his best life, but I have a completely different mindset around training him/our relationship that comes from a place of ease and not anxiety or fear of what he might do next. I am confident I have all the tools I need to keep Archie safe while he lives a fulfilled life alongside me and my husband. I would sign up for this course a thousand times over and certainly would recommend you do the same - even if your dog doesn't have behavior issues - it's worth the investment, I think, to experience peace and joy every day in your relationship! 10/10, 2 thumbs up, 5 stars, definitely recommend :)
Erin Gallagher ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Finn was timid and scared. Through 1:1 and board & train, he gained confidence. The team never gave up and supported us as new parents.
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Balancing Paws has been an incredible partner on our journey with Finn, our scared, timid, and unconfident rescue pup from an Indian reservation in Arizona… When we drop Finn off for board and train, we have complete peace of mind knowing he’s in the best hands possible. Thank you, Balancing Paws!
Jessie Mackie ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
I can’t even believe how much our 8-month-old pup learned in 2 weeks! She now sits, goes to her cot, walks next to us, and actually responds to her name.
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I can't even believe how much our 8 month old pup learned in 2 weeks! We dropped off a ball of energy questioning whether or not she was deaf as we would call her named, giver her commands and got little to no response. After 2 weeks of training we now have a well behaved little puppy who I'm looking forward to friends and family meeting. She sits, goes to her cot when told, walks next to us as opposed to dragging us and actually responds when we call her name? I could not say enough wonderful things about Yoni and this program that he's built! His calm demeanor and amazing bond that he builds with each dog is amazing! Thank sure for helping us learn hot to communicate correctly with our pup! We appreciate all that you do!
Philip Kühnen ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Within 5 minutes our dog walked perfectly and stopped jumping. No more reactivity - huge relief and control.
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If you’re on the fence about choosing Balancing Paws… Our dog walked perfectly on the leash within 5 minutes of the first session… Truly life changing. Do yourself a favor and hire Balancing Paws.
Christine Baerwaldt ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
First family dog and a 4-week program. Yoni, Jenna & John were amazing throughout - we’re excited to keep going.
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Picked up our sweet pup and was nervous since it’s our family’s first dog… We signed up for the 4wk training and are so happy with the support we received… can’t wait to continue our journey with Balancing Paws!
Carrie Rhoads ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Resource guarding & aggression. 1:1 helped; 2-week board & train was the breakthrough. Owner coaching and unlimited classes = huge.
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Yoni and team have been lifesavers… Instead of focusing on the small % of aggressive episodes he starts with the basics… The journey is just beginning, and we’re armed with lessons to continue at home. Unlimited group classes are a huge perk!
Rachael Mann ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
From fights and bites to calm structure. Immediate improvement, and in 3 months we can travel, dine out, and host guests.
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Balancing Paws Dog Training is life changing… Yoni’s first session yielded significant improvement… In 3 months we can take trips, eat on crowded patios, and host guests calmly. I’ll continue virtually after moving. Thank you Yoni!
Estefania Altamirano ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
We were desperate with our husky. Yoni helped from day one, worked around our schedule, and our house isn’t a battlefield anymore.
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My husband and I were pretty desperate to find training for our husky… Yoni was very helpful from day one… Our house is not a battlefield anymore and we leave training happier and happier. Best choice ever!
WHY THE BALANCING PAWS BLUEPRINT?
- A clear, step-by-step system you can follow.
- Designed for real life - home, neighborhood, adventures.
- Coaching that empowers owners, not just dogs.
- Long-term results through calm, consistent structure.
— Yoni Kachlon
WHAT IS THE BOOTCAMP BLUEPRINT?
The Bootcamp Blueprint is our start-to-finish system for real-life results. We first create calm and respect at home, then teach clear leash communication, build distraction-proof obedience, and finally earn off-leash trust. Each phase has clear goals and measurable homework so you can see steady progress week to week.
- Meaningful Boundaries - establish calm, respectful choices at home so training sticks.
- Way of the Walk - transform the walk with leash skills that create focus and connection.
- Bulletproof Obedience - distraction-proof fundamentals you can rely on anywhere.
- Reliable Recall - off-leash freedom with safety, anytime, anywhere.
Student Testimonials
Erin Risch ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Yoni helped my pitties Blue and Zoey in 2016 when I was pregnant. Later we did board and train. Their transformation lasted a lifetime. Now our rescue puppy Chloe is thriving too.
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Yoni and his Balancing Paws crew have been exceptional for my family over the years. Blue and Zoey were aggressive with each other. Yoni trained them and we did boarding and training when my baby arrived. They became loving companions to my daughter. They passed years later due to health issues. We now have Chloe who just boarded and trained. I already see a big impact. My dogs are my children. I only trust Yoni and his team.
Gretchen Vandegrift ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Private plus group gave us a foundation. Three weeks of board and train delivered amazing progress. Calmer around my two boys. Place mat skills. Walks improve every day.
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Weekend group sessions included with Bootcamp keep us on track. Thank you for caring for Kody while we traveled and for setting us up for success. We will keep going with groups and the full online training.
Lauren Kochan ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Our dog was fear based and reactive. Online drills fixed leash work in two weeks. One key tip stopped dog aggression. He now stays calm even when charged by off leash dogs.
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We are working on people interactions and already see improvement. You can tell Yoni loves and understands dogs. It is work. It is worth it. You get a fulfilling life together.
Colin Gustus ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Four weeks for our Great Dane Bronco. He returned well mannered and still his goofy self. No pulling. Off leash control. Listens to all commands. Worth every penny.
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We train daily just like Yoni taught us. We will be back with every dog we own. Ten out of ten. Highly recommend.
M Malinas ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Drove almost an hour. Worth it. After two years with other trainers we saw improvement in one session. The property is clean and set up like a dog heaven.
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We did a one to one and loved it. New approach. Excited to keep learning and help my dog be his best version.
Eric Griffin ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
We did six week private for one dog and two week board and train for another. Great results. Group sessions are perfect for socializing our cane corso.
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It is fun and our dogs are better and more relaxed companions.
Paige Roux ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Six week board and train for our German Shepherd Forrest. Now I take him to work off leash. No jumping at guests. He plays with dogs that used to trigger him.
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He had anxiety and dog aggression. Now we have trust in his behavior. Invest in Yoni and the Balancing Paws team.