Welcome to Wandering Paws Academy!

Let me assist you in safely exploring the trails with your furry companion. I can help you train your dog to have good trail manners, so you can enjoy leisurely walks with your best friend without worrying about their behavior.

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OUR SERVICES

Trail Manners 101
Six-week group class for you and your furry friends. This class is for dogs that can stay calm around dogs and people at distances less than 20 feet.

Trail Manners 201
This class will work on skills needed for narrow and busy trails. This class is for graduates of Trail Manners 101 and dogs that have foundational skills from other classes.

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BEHAVIORAL CONSULTATIONS
I offer behavioral consultations to identify any issues your furry companion may have on the trails and help you select the right class for your dog. All new clients will start with a behavioral consult.

Reactive Rovers Anonymous
Is your dog currently embarrassing you in public? This six-week group class is for dogs needing more space from other dogs or people. We will work on helping your dog feel calm and safe while gradually decreasing the distance it can cope with other dogs and people.

Group Strolls
Want to join a group of other dog walkers for relaxing walks on flat paved ground? This package is for graduates of my other classes who want to go on organized walks. Can't make it to every stroll? No problem—this is a flexible package that allows you to attend whatever six strolls fit in your schedule.

Group Hikes
Want to join a group of other dog walkers for a good workout on nature trails? This package is for graduates of my other classes to go on organized hikes. Can't make it to every hike? No problem—this is a flexible package that allows you to attend whatever six hikes fit in your schedule.

Meet Your Trainer

Rebekah Hudson and her dog, Astrid, in front of a rock cliff at Clifty Falls State Park.

I am Rebekah Hudson. I am a Fear Free certified veterinary technician. I moved to Indiana from Oregon in 2023. In Oregon, my dog Astrid and I assisted Nakama Dog Training with the training of reactive dogs. I moved to Lafayette to work at Purdue as a veterinary technician. I am starting Wandering Paws as a side business, so all classes will be held on weekday evenings and weekends.

I adopt and rehabilitate behaviorally challenged dogs and enjoy sharing my love of hiking with dogs. This can be a great outlet for our dogs physical and mental stimulation. My goal with Wandering Paws Academy is to help more dogs and their owners enjoy exploring nature safely.

I will guide you in using humane training methods to help teach your dog skills and I will teach you easy ways to manage your dog for when you encounter situations that your dog finds difficult. We will use treats, toys, and your dog's natural desires to shape their behavior.

Get in Touch

503-443-5085 -Texting preferred

wanderingpawsacademy@gmail.com

Welcome to Wandering Paws Academy!

OUR SERVICES

Trail Manners 101 Six-week group class for you and your furry friends. This class is for dogs that can stay calm around dogs and people at distances less than 20 feet.

Trail Manners 201 This class will work on skills needed for narrow and busy trails. This class is for graduates of Trail Manners 101 and dogs that have foundational skills from other classes.

BEHAVIORAL CONSULTATIONS I offer behavioral consultations to identify any issues your furry companion may have on the trails and help you select the right class for your dog. All new clients will start with a behavioral consult.