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Family Paws, LLC

Updated 2026-07-20 · 1,089 reviewed · 117 listed · Scored from 22 Google reviews · How we rank ›

5.0(22) 78 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Training ProgramsPuppy ProgramsDog WalkerPet Sitter
Family Paws, LLC
Services
Training Programs, Puppy Programs, Dog Walker
Reviews
22

What recent reviews say

Family Paws transforms lives by coaching families through the complex work of raising dogs and young children safely together. Jennifer and Bethany's specialization in reading dog body language, managing reactive dogs with babies, and teaching toddler-dog awareness gives families the knowledge and confidence to keep both pets and children thriving in the same home.

Praised for
  • expertise in dogs and young children
  • compassionate and knowledgeable staff
  • responsive and ongoing support
  • practical training and management tools
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Best for: Families expecting a baby or raising young children who own dogs or want to adopt.

Strengths

  • specialized focus on dogs and babies/toddlers
  • training extends to parent educators and dog professionals
  • Jennifer recognized as podcast expert and thought leader
  • combines training with emotional support for families

Worth knowing

  • Jennifer is the named principal trainer and behavior consultant
  • Bethany co-teaches the Family Paws Parent Educator Course
  • 13-week Parent Educator certification program offered
  • Offers remote and in-person services
  • Training focused on dog body language recognition, gating strategies, and supervised tethering progressions

What reviews say by service

Training Programs
Reviewers praise training that addresses reactivity with children and teaches families to read warning signs.
Puppy Programs
Mentioned in categories but reviews focus on consulting and trainer education rather than daycare operations.
Dog Walker
Not evidenced in reviews.
Pet Sitter
Not evidenced in reviews.

How it compares

  • Rated 5 against a 4.79 average across the 72 training programs businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 30% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Rank
Star rating 92
Review volume 59
Review recency 61
Review sentiment 80
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
22
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0
3
0
2
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1
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Contact

Address
141 Brannigan Pl, Cary, NC 27511
Open in Google Maps

Last verified 2026-07-20

Opening hours

Monday
11:00-17:00
Tuesday
11:00-17:00
Wednesday
11:00-17:00
Thursday
11:00-17:00
Friday
11:00-17:00
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed

As listed on Google.

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Research Triangle Park Area

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Common questions

Does Family Paws work with dogs that have shown aggression or fear around children?
Yes. Reviews show Jennifer specializes in helping reactive and fearful dogs adjust to babies and toddlers through structured management (gating, supervised tethering) and training. She also supports families considering rehoming.
Do you offer training courses for other dog professionals?
Yes. Family Paws offers a 13-week Parent Educator Foundation Course for certified dog trainers and behavior consultants who want to specialize in families with dogs and children.
Can I work with Family Paws remotely?
Yes. Reviews mention remote services are available in addition to in-person work in the Cary area.

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Last updated 2026-07-20