Confidence. Awareness. Connection

WalkSMART™ Academy

WalkSMART Academy™ is the learning hub behind Paul’s Paws™ — built to give dog owners the tools to lead with calm, clarity, and confidence in real city life.

It’s not about obedience commands. It’s about teaching you how to anticipate, adapt, and prevent stress before it happens — so every walk feels smoother and more connected.

Through the WalkSMART™ method, you’ll learn how to:

✔ Stay steady on a loose leash — even in high-distraction areas

✔ Spot triggers early and guide your dog past them smoothly

✔ Handle meet-and-greets with calm confidence

✔ Reinforce good habits on crowded sidewalks and patios

✔ Strengthen trust and connection every time you walk

Think of WalkSMART™ as your urban dog walking toolkit — practical strategies you can apply every day to make life with your dog calmer, safer, and more rewarding.

Why being able to WalkSMART matters

Most walk struggles aren’t about “bad dogs” — they’re about missing skills and unclear communication. WalkSMART™ bridges that gap by giving owners simple, real-world strategies to guide their dogs calmly through city life.

With WalkSMART, you’ll see:
✔ Less pulling and frustration on the leash
✔ More focus and connection in busy environments
✔ Stress-free socialization in real-world spaces like sidewalks, patios, and crosswalks
✔ A calmer, more confident bond between you and your dog — every time you walk

WalkSMART isn’t about perfection. It’s about predictability, trust, and making daily urban life easier for both ends of the leash.

The Road Ahead

WalkSMART Academy will soon expand into structured courses and certification. Stay tuned for:

WalkSMART Essentials – Core walking foundations
The 3P Rule Mastery – Planning, predicting, preventing problems before they start
Urban Handling Foundations – Leash skills, meet & greets, and socialization in busy environments

Be the first to know when courses launch — Join the waitlist today!