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January 2024 by Tina Thompson
The 2 trainers at the Fairfield Commons Mall were super RUDE! I asked to pet the dogs and they were very rude. I get they are working , a simple no they are working is more appropriate response.
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November 2023 by Jenny Napier
Our Girl Scout troop took a tour and did a service project. All the girls want to volunteer again.
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September 2023 by Emily Kaster
We love 4Paws. We take care of one of their breeder dogs and picked up a puppy to foster today. They have been wonderful during our breeders whelping and with the puppies. Kennel staff are always kind and very helpful.
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September 2023 by Megan Cheers
My service dog was attacked my freshman year of college, causing my service dog who previously had little to no issues with other dogs to begin to be more reactive. 4 paws never responded to me despite me reaching out on many occasions through phone and email. I only received nasty messages from volunteers when I shared my experiences online.I have, on many occasions, gone into medical episodes due to these dogs and their poor behavior.Once these dogs actually begin their service training I have had no issues, but the puppy raisers are rude, entitled, and should be avoided at all costs.
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July 2023 by Amiee Dayton
Wonderful experience. Friendly staff. Great place to volunteer or donate to. Nothing but wonderful.
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May 2023 by Melissa Bowyer
Such a wonderful organization helping children with disabilities and veterans live a more joyful and higher quality life with a highly trained and obedient dog/best friend.
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August 2022 by Susan Havran-Hauck
Sloppy handlers, poor communication, lots and lots of dogs housed here. I had interviewed for this business as a trainer of 6 years of experienced, had a 2 hour interview with a surprise working portion at the end, and was essentially ghosted before I withdrew my application. Pay was not discussed or even presented on their applications. Baby trainers avoid.Their handlers are primarily young women, ages 18-21. They are heavy handed in their corrections and all their dogs seem to wear slip chains. The placement is questionable, as the chains typically sit low as opposed to higher up.I have seen their handlers work their dogs in public, and it's almost embarrassing. I watched one of their handlers wave a bag of treats in front of their SDiT in public; if your dog doesn't release from a down, it shouldn't be out in public. Secondly, I have seen another handler let their SD be pet by people. This is a big no-no typically within the working dog community, as most SDs in public shouldn't be interrupted and by letting the public interact it sets a bad precedent.I'm sure this organization has placed wonderful dogs. However, hiring people who are incompetent or heavy-handed in order to churn out as many dogs as possible is wrong. Don't send your dogs out in public with inexperienced handlers.
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June 2022 by Lauren Lewis
4 Paws is a good program for recipients but behind the scenes is a different story. There have been several, several incidents where dogs are with the same primary handler & for reasons that are never identified or completely falsified they are abruptly take from their primary handler were they thrive with one on one training & love & put in their “kennel facility”. These precious animals are not robots. They have emotions just as we do. What will this do emotionally to an animal? How is this okay? There needs to be some serious investigation of this program. Their story is glorified on the surface when there of much more going on.
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April 2022 by Joshua Bolton
4 paws is such an amazing company, everyone there works so hard to make sure the dogs are taken care of and well trained
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August 2021 by Chris Winchester
Can't say enough good about 4 Paws! I have now adopted two of their "Fabulous Flunkies" (separately, there is a waiting list) and couldn't be happier. The dogs they breed are the kindest, smartest, happiest, healthiest, prettiest, most well-behaved dogs I've ever known. The dogs they actually put into service are amazing and the organization's employees clearly care for and value the dogs. Really great organization!
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August 2021 by Selma Sherman
Wonderful place to volunteer. Great staff and volunteers. The dogs are amazing and sweethearts. Can't wait to go back.
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July 2021 by Terri Ambrose
My Husband Ken and I throughly enjoyed our guided tour Monday with Barbara, one of the many Knowledgeable and Friendly Volunteers.After completing my application for a Veteran Service Dog and sending it off, I found myself curious to see where the service dogs come from and how they're trained.We just happened to be in the Xenia, OH area and I arranged a last minute tour of #4PawsforAbility. We toured the facilities with Barbara and saw trainers working with future service dogs as well as touring the breeding area, the puppy house, and the grounds set up for play (and of course saw adorable puppies).The staff, trainers and volunteers were knowledgeable, friendly and dedicated to the mission of placing a quality (non cookie cutter) service dog with children and veterans who need them.Thanks everyone that made this last minute tour possible!
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June 2021 by Michelle Stiles
We love volunteering there. Playing with the puppies is amazing!
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April 2021 by Peggie Oefelein
Very kind and compassionate, informative and great organization.
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March 2021 by Hilmar Koerner
Best Service dog organization. Period.
