Paws Forward Dog Training and Boarding
2633 Cameron Rd, Alvinston, ON N0N 1A0
Overview
Paws Forward is a boutique dog boarding and training facility in Alvinston, Ontario, owned by Sarah McMurdo. They offer small-scale boarding with a maximum of 5 kennels at $50/night, plus board-and-train programs, puppy camp, and private lessons. The facility is climate-controlled with indoor/outdoor suites and provides daily updates with photos to owners.
Amenities & Policies
Max capacity: 5 dogs
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What Reviews Say
25 reviews analyzedPaws Forward is highly regarded for its 'Board and Train' programs, with numerous owners reporting life-changing behavioral transformations in high-energy or reactive dogs. Sarah is praised for her technical expertise, compassionate approach, and the helpful video updates provided during stays. While one reviewer noted a significant lapse in communication regarding a booking, the overwhelming majority of clients describe the service as a premier investment for dog owners.
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Worth noting
Ghosting/Communication failure before scheduled stay
“Called her to confirm the dates... No answer. Waited another day till Saturday, called again and left 2 messages and wrote 2 emails. No answer.”
Facility security concerns (fence holes)
“Cause I asked about her fence ( it has holes so I was afraid my dog could run away?)”
Unresponsiveness to inquiries
“Not been able to let me quickly know, that she had changed her mind and wouldn’t take my dog and ruining almost our Springbreak vacation?”
Top Rated
4.8 stars from 25+ reviews
This facility has earned a Top Rated badge for maintaining a 4.8-star rating across 25 reviews.
At a Glance
Max capacity
5 dogs
Min puppy age
8 months
Pricing
Boarding
$50/night
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