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Train it Forward

"Training. Structure. Second chances."

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Behavioral challenges are one of the top reasons dogs are surrendered or returned. Train It Forward, Inc. provides training assistance, resources, and structured programs to make training affordable and accessible — so fewer dogs end up in shelters or back in them.

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SERVICES

Programs we offer

Scholarships

  • Financial assistance for families in need of training support.

  • Sliding scale based on income to ensure affordability.

  • Helps prevent unnecessary surrenders.

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Work-Share 

  • Volunteers trade service hours for dog training — no money required.

  • Builds community involvement while making training accessible.

  • Participants gain hands-on learning with professional trainers.

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Volunteer

  • Join our effort in making a difference for dogs and families in our community!

  • Opportunities in assisting the kennel, handling dogs, event staff and administrative support.

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Rescue / Trainer Partnership

For other organizations that would like to get involved! 

  • Contribute to building and strengthening the dog training/foster community.

  • Expand the reach of effective training to families who may otherwise be left without options.

  • Through Train it Forward your clients may apply for training scholarships!

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BENEFITS

Why partner with us?

Increase Adoptions & Reduce returns.

 

Trained dogs are more successfully placed in permanent homes.

Ease foster challenges.

 

Give your fosters professional-level training support & training experience.

Strengthen community!

 

Together, we make training accessible to all.

In honor of Pat Thompsen, his kindness, loyalty and love for both people and animals touched so many lives that the Train It Forward training center will be dedicated in his memory.


The Pat Thompsen training center will stand as a place of compassion, growth, healing and hope, values that reflect the spirit of the man we are proud to honor.


We are deeply grateful for each donation placed in his memory and for the trust placed in our mission during such a difficult time.

Donation in Remembrance of Pat Thompsen
$25

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