The Paw Barn of ETX is dedicated to helping everyday dog owners build a calm, confident, and reliable relationship with their dogs through structured obedience training.
We specialize in real-life, results-driven training that focuses on behavior, communication, and trust—whether you’re working through basic obedience, problem behaviors, or creating a well-mannered family companion.
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Jorge Garcia
Has trained two of my Corsos and are always there to help
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Pat Florence
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Very professional, caring, informative, exceeded my expectations!
Dewey Terry
I have been a K9 handler and trainer for 20+ years. I have had the opportunity to work alongside Mel and you won't find a better guy. Mel is an AWESOME guy. He is a fenominal trainer, is super honest and will never let you down. When you need a dog trained right or a handler instructed, you can't go wrong with Makor K-9 of Texas. More...
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Board & Train Program
Our Board & Train Program is designed for owners who want faster, more consistent results through a fully structured training environment. Your dog stays with us and receives daily, hands-on training focused on obedience, behavior, and real-life reliability. With consistent routines, clear expectations, and repetition, your dog is able to build strong habits and better decision-making in a shorter amount of time. This program is ideal for building a solid foundation or addressing more challenging behaviors, while also preparing you with the guidance needed to maintain results once your dog returns home.
BASIC, ADVANCED and RECALL CLASS COMBINED
4 WEEK STAY PROGRAM
Day Drop Off Program
Our Day Drop-Off Training Program is perfect for owners who want consistent, professional training while keeping their dog at home each night. Available for 1, 2, or 3 days per week, this program allows your dog to receive structured, hands-on training during the day while continuing to live in their normal environment. We focus on building obedience, improving behavior, and creating clear communication through repetition and consistency. This option is ideal for dogs needing a strong foundation or ongoing structure, while also giving you the guidance needed to maintain and reinforce the training at home.
BASIC AND ADVANCED CLASS COMBINED
4-6 WEEK PROGRAM
Personal Protection Program
Our Personal Protection Program is designed for dogs and handlers seeking advanced training in controlled protection work, obedience under pressure, and real-world reliability. This program builds on a strong foundation of obedience, focusing on discipline, control, and clear communication to ensure the dog responds appropriately in high-stress situations.
For safety and success, all dogs are required to complete our Obedience Training Program through The Paw Barn of ETX and must pass a qualification evaluation before being accepted. This ensures your dog has the stability, temperament, and control necessary for this level of training.
Our goal is to develop a confident, obedient, and controlled protection dog—one that can both engage when necessary and remain calm and reliable in everyday life.
LEVEL 1 THRU 3
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Service Training Program
Our Service Training Program is designed for dogs and handlers seeking advanced, task-based training to support daily life and specific needs. This program focuses on building reliability, consistency, and clear communication so your dog can confidently perform trained tasks in real-world environments. From obedience under distraction to task execution, we emphasize control, stability, and trust between dog and handler.
To ensure success, all dogs are required to complete one of our Obedience Training Programs through The Paw Barn of ETX and must pass a qualification evaluation prior to acceptance. This ensures your dog has the foundation, temperament, and focus necessary for service-level work.
Our goal is to develop a dependable, well-mannered working dog that can seamlessly integrate into your everyday life with purpose and confidence.
Behavior Modification Program
Our Behavior Modification Program is designed for dogs struggling with more serious or persistent behavior challenges that go beyond basic obedience. This program focuses on identifying the root cause of the behavior and creating a structured training plan to correct it effectively. Whether your dog is dealing with reactivity, lack of control, excessive energy, or not listening in high-stimulation environments, we work to build clarity, accountability, and better decision-making. The goal is not just to manage the behavior, but to create lasting change—so your dog can confidently exist in everyday situations and you can feel in control again.
Sport Detection Program
Our Sport Detection Program is designed for dogs and handlers who want to build a fun, engaging skill while developing focus, confidence, and teamwork. Using scent-based training, your dog will learn to locate specific target odors and alert to them with clarity and precision. This program is great for both beginners and experienced teams looking to grow in the sport, improve problem-solving, and strengthen their working relationship. Whether your goal is competition or simply providing your dog with purposeful mental stimulation, sport detection offers a rewarding and structured outlet for both dog and handler.
