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Training

We are here to help establish a bond between you and your canine, promote good behavior, and ensure the safety and well-being of the canine and those around them.

About Us

Get To Know Us

Joshua is the first American born in his family who originally migrated from Brazil. Joshua is a Marine Corps veteran. While in the Marine Corps, his sole job and area of focus were to train potential canine candidates on off-leash explosive detection in conjunction with off-leash obedience. This training functionality was well sought after and allowed Joshua to train canines for and alongside the foreign and domestic military. Joshua then transitioned from his military career to continue training canines for the Department of Homeland Security. There he has taken multiple leadership roles to aid in missions regarding the advancement of the utilization and implementation of canines. Joshua has also assisted Texas Law Enforcement in homicide cases with his cadaver dog (now retired).

Racheal is a Colorado native and also a Marine Corps veteran. While serving our country, Racheal specialized in training potential canine assets to conduct controlled bite work (patrol) and detection (explosive/narcotics). While serving, Racheal was requested to aid foreign nationals in various missions and was hand selected to lead multiple canine teams abroad. After the Marine Corps, Racheal worked for a Dog Training facility in San Antonio as a lead trainer, and due to her attention to detail and care for canines, she was promoted to facility manager. Racheal then transitioned to work for the Department of Homeland Security, where she continued to train potential canine assets and took on multiple leadership roles. Racheal has also aided Texas Law Enforcement in homicide cases with her cadaver dog.

Joshua and Racheal continue to learn and grow as canine trainers. They believe in the bond created between canines and humans. Joshua and Racheal are passionate about sharing this bond and experience with you by establishing and creating a personalized one-on-one training plan for your canine and then passing their knowledge and expertise to you so you may continue to maintain your canine’s training! 

Services

Services

Board & Train

Foundational Obedience & Behavior Program – 3 Weeks
Investment: $4,000
 

Set your dog up for success with a solid foundation in obedience and behavior. This 3-week program is ideal for dogs that need clear structure, consistent routines, and the beginning stages of behavior shaping. Our goal is to build a well-mannered, confident, and balanced companion.
 

What’s Included:

  • Foundational obedience (on- and off-leash reliability)

  • Introductory behavior modification tailored to your dog

  • Structured daily routines and guided socialization

  • Personalized go-home lesson with continued owner support

 

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Expanded Obedience & Behavior Program – 4 Weeks
Investment: $5,000
 

Take your dog’s training to the next level. Designed for dogs who have established the basics, this 4-week program enhances obedience, focus, and behavior in more challenging, real-world environments. Perfect for building confidence, reliability, and impulse control in everyday situations.
 

Program Highlights:

  • Advanced behavior modification tailored to your dog’s needs

  • Increased exposure to distractions, public environments, and varied settings

  • Strengthened impulse control and consistent obedience under pressure

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Focused Behavior & Control Program – 5 Weeks
Investment: $6,000
 

Designed for dogs with more complex behavioral challenges or those needing advanced control, this 5-week immersive program delivers targeted strategies for lasting transformation. With personalized training and focused attention, your dog will gain the tools to thrive at home and in the real world.
 

Program Highlights:

  • Advanced off-leash obedience and reliable responsiveness

  • Intensive, customized behavior modification plans

  • Direct work on specific triggers and problem behaviors

 

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Comprehensive Mastery Program – 6 Weeks
Investment: $7,000
 

This premier 6-week program is the pinnacle of our training services—ideal for dogs requiring full behavioral rehabilitation or those aiming for elite-level obedience in real-world environments. Whether you're seeking a dependable companion or a well-rounded working dog, this program delivers lasting results through advanced training and real-life application.
 

Program Highlights:

  • Off-leash obedience mastery, even in high-distraction environments

  • Real-world training scenarios and public access conditioning (as appropriate)

  • Continued support to ensure long-term behavioral success

 

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Need Something More?

Every dog is different—and some may require a longer or more customized training journey. If additional board and training is needed beyond our core programs, we’re happy to develop a tailored plan based on your dog’s needs. Let’s talk about it and create a path that works for everyone.

Board & Maintenance

Going on vacation or just leaving for work? We are here to board your canine while you are away! This service is exclusively for dogs who have been a part of our Board & Train program. We want your dog to continue their training journey in a familiar environment, where structure and consistency are maintained. While you're away, we’ll ensure your canine stays mentally and physically engaged in their home away from home—so none of your hard work goes to waste!

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Board & Maintenance: $60

​Taxes not included

Private Lessons

​Are you looking to train your canine yourself, but you need someone to help guide you on the best path to success? We can do weekly lessons, providing the correct knowledge to achieve your goals!

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Please note that you must reside in these areas:

​-Bandera

-Pipe Creek

-You can also come to our home for lessons

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Customer testimonials

“We're so happy with how Paws & Footprints helped our family with our pup. Josh and Racheal were fantastic to work with. Their passion and knowledge was felt through every interaction. We went to them for help with walking nicely on leash, off-leash recall, and other behavior adjustments. Trusting someone with your pet can be difficult. They made the experience easy, and they loved our dog as their own while he was there. They were very transparent with everything about the process and were very helpful with any questions we had. After training, Josh spent a considerable amount of time showing us and teaching us how to apply the new techniques. We would highly recommend them for any needs (big or small). It feels amazing to know we can communicate better with our dog to help give him his best life and keep him safe."

Marian, TX

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Contact

Bandera, TX 78003, USA

Joshua: (954) 501-3624

Racheal: (720) 665-4473

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