About Hand and Paw DFW

At Hand & Paw, I believe that great training starts with a great relationship. My mission is to help you build a strong, positive bond with your dog through personalized, reward-based training that’s tailored to your goals, your dog’s needs, and your lifestyle.

Whether you’re starting with a new puppy or rescue, brushing up on basic manners, or preparing for therapy dog work, I’m here to support every step of your journey. No two dogs—or owners—are the same, so your training will be designed specifically to meet your needs and bring out the very best in your dog.

From the first sit to advanced obedience, I’m passionate about creating calm, confident, and happy, dogs and owners.

Founder, Jeannie Helm

A dedicated professional dog trainer since 2019, I have specialized in personalized private and group obedience training, as well as transformative therapy dog workshops. As a certified AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) and Temperament Test Evaluator, and with Pet First Aid Certification from the American Red Cross, your dog’s safety and success are my highest priorities. Additionally, I have been fortunate to serve with my own personal dogs as a certified therapy team operating within the DFW area, as well as nation-wide on an international canine crisis response team.