Providing one on one in-home training to make your dog more comfortable.

Welcome to
4 Paws K9 Training

You're team, Bill & Donna with Rieka, Bourke & Dooney

About 4 Paws

Better Training Starts at Home

Why send your dog away when professional training can come directly to your door?

At 4 Paws K9 Training LLC, every lesson takes place in the comfort of your own home. No stressful drop-offs. No fighting traffic after a long day. And most importantly, you’re part of the training every step of the way.

We proudly provide in-home dog training throughout Rhode Island and nearby areas of Massachusetts and Connecticut.

We believe one-on-one training in your home provides an ideal environment for both you and your dog to learn. Your dog is comfortable in familiar surroundings, with fewer distractions than a traditional group class, allowing us to focus directly on your dog’s individual needs and your family’s goals.

In-home training also allows us to address behaviors where they actually happen. Whether you’re starting with a new puppy, building better obedience and manners, or correcting unwanted behaviors that have become frustrating at home, we develop a personalized training plan designed for you and your dog.

Our goal isn’t simply to train your dog—it’s to teach you and your dog how to communicate, work together, and build habits that last.

How we help

Positive Reward Based Training for Dogs of All Breeds Ages and Sizes

Setting the Stage

Learn how to create a home environment that will set you and your new puppy / dog up for success!

dog sitting with leash on ground

Mastering the essentials

Teach your dog basic and intermediate skills such as: sit, down, stay, come, settle, leave it, drop it, and walking politely on leash while gradually adding duration, distance, and distractions.

Effortless Housetraining

Learn how to housetrain your dog and pave the way for a well-adjusted and happy coexistence.

Balanced Behavior

Learn how to manage and/or eliminate unwanted behaviors such as separation anxiety, jumping, chewing on inappropriate items, excessive barking, nipping/biting.

Client Testimonials

“If anyone is in need of a trainer, I highly recommend 4 Paws K9 Training. Before hiring Bill at 4 Paws my Bully was aggressive with anxiety, after his 6 weeks of training Prosciutto follows his commands and is now able to go in public with no anxiety of aggression. We took him to Tractor Supply and he let people approach and pet him, before Bill at 4 Paws Prosciutto would have taken your hand off if you came close.”

Sabrina Bertoncini
Smithfield, Rhode Island

“Bill has a gift, he trains us to do the best for our dogs. Bill understands behaviors and after just 6 classes our beloved Cooper is calmer and behaving. I can’t say enough”

Gretchen Sechio
Cranston, Rhode Island

Have any questions?

We’re here to address any concerns you may have.