Training That
Actually Works.
Personal, results-driven dog training from Juan — a trainer who actually rolls up his sleeves with your dog. In Kansas City, in your world.
Your Kansas City
Dog Trainer.
I started Savage Paw because I believe dog training should actually work — in your house, on your walks, around your family, not just in a sterile training room.
Every dog I work with gets my full attention. No handing you off to an assistant. No generic one-size-fits-all program. Just honest, hands-on training built around your dog and your life in Kansas City.
Whether you have a puppy who needs a solid foundation, a rescue with baggage, or a dog with specific behavior issues — I will assess where you both are and build a program that actually solves the problem.
Kansas City, KS
Serving the metro area
Hands-On Only
No assistants, ever
One-on-One Focus
Your dog, your program
5-Star Rated
200+ sessions completed
Built to Work.
Pick Your Path.
Private Sessions
per session
One-on-one training tailored to your dog's specific needs. Perfect for puppies, rescues, and behavior issues that need focused attention. Juan works directly with you and your dog — no assistants, no shortcuts.
- In-home or outdoor sessions
- Customized training plan
- Handler coaching included
- Progress tracking each session
$300 for 5 sessions
Group Classes
6-week course
Structured group training in real-world environments. Socialization, distraction work, and handler coaching in a setting that builds confidence. Work around other dogs and learn to maintain focus in the real world.
- Real-world environment
- Socialization with other dogs
- Handler coaching throughout
- 6-week structured curriculum
Classes held weekly
Puppy Classes
6-week course
Structured classes built for puppies and young dogs. Socialization, basic obedience, and foundation skills to set your pup up for a confident life. The earlier you start, the easier everything becomes.
- Puppies 8 weeks – 1 year
- Foundation obedience skills
- Critical socialization period
- Confidence-building focus
Limited class sizes
Real Problems.
Real Solutions.
We don't just teach tricks. We solve the problems that actually affect your daily life with your dog — on walks, at home, around people.
Foundation Obedience
Sit, down, stay, place, recall, loose-leash walking. The core skills every dog needs to be a solid household companion.
- Sit & Down
- Stay & Place
- Recall
- Loose-Leash Walking
Behavior Issues
Reactivity, pulling, jumping, door-dashing, resource guarding. Real problems that need real solutions, not band-aids.
- Reactivity
- Jumping & Pulling
- Door Dashing
- Resource Guarding
Real-World Confidence
Training that works at the dog park, on walks, around guests, and in busy environments — not just in your living room.
- Dog Park Manners
- Guest Greetings
- Busy Environments
- Off-Leash Reliability
No Hidden Fees.
No Surprises.
Single Session
Perfect for testing the waters or addressing a single specific issue.
- 1-hour private session
- Personalized assessment
- Training plan outline
- Follow-up guidance
5-Session Pack
The most popular choice. Enough sessions to see real, lasting change in your dog.
- 5 private sessions
- Full behavior assessment
- Custom training program
- Between-session support
- Progress documentation
Group / Puppy Class
Structured 6-week course with weekly sessions. Group socialization and real-world training.
- 6 weekly group sessions
- Real-world environments
- Socialization focus
- Handler coaching
- Foundation skills
Not sure which is right for you? Book a free discovery call and Juan will tell you straight.
Let's Talk About
Your Dog.
Fill out the form below and Juan will reach out within 24 hours to schedule your free discovery call.