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Hear from Bengaluru pet parents who've experienced the Paws of Persistence difference
"We had a wonderful experience working with Mr. Govind. He is extremely professional, patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely cares about the dogs he trains. My dog (Alpy) has shown such amazing progress, and I've also learned so much about handling her better. The training sessions were always positive, effective, and tailored to our needs. I'm really grateful for all the help and would highly recommend Mr. Govind to anyone looking for a dedicated and professional dog trainer!"
Harshita Puri
Pet parent of Alpy, Indie
"Amazing dog trainer! Govind Raj is knowledgeable, patient, and caring, with a gentle and effective training approach. Highly recommended!"
Tejaswini Vasu
Pet parent of Tyson, Rottweiler
"As a first-time pet owner, Govind was a godsend in giving our family the confidence to care for our very energetic puppy. His love for dogs is evident in his approach, which focuses on gentle parenting rather than an authoritarian/harsh approach. He works with the dog's innate personality rather than against it. Highly recommend his services."
Madhavi Peters
Pet parent of Birbal, Beagle
"We adopted two Indie dogs and were struggling with their adjustment. The Special Indie Pack was exactly what we needed. Both dogs are now settled, happy, and a joy to be around."
Deepak Rao
Pet parent of Ginger & Max, Indies
"The pet photography session was magical! They captured Zuri's personality so beautifully. Every photo tells a story. We treasure these images and keep coming back for more sessions."
Ravi Shankar
Pet parent of Zuri, German Shepherd
"We enrolled our Beagle in the board and train program with Govind and it was one of the best decisions we made. He kept us updated throughout and we had complete peace of mind. By the end of the program our Beagle had learned basic obedience, improved leash manners, better impulse control, and most importantly had become a much calmer and more confident puppy. The handover sessions were extremely helpful and ensured that we knew how to continue the training at home. What impressed us the most was Govind's patience, knowledge, and genuine love for dogs. We are incredibly grateful and would highly recommend Paws of Persistence to anyone looking for a trustworthy and compassionate trainer."
Rajesh R
Pet parent of Churo, Beagle
"Govind has been the best possible trainer we could have asked for! We found him online and since his first visit we knew we liked him. Absolutely polite, great with both our dogs, always available in case of any questions or concerns. He himself has two dogs and a number of times we have left our dogs, Fofo and Rio, with him and his wife, and they have given them immense love and care. The training period went very well and Fofo and Rio love Govind. He covered indoor as well as outdoor training along with recommendations whenever necessary. We really appreciate his time and efforts."
Akriti Verma
Pet parent of Fofo & Rio, Toy Poodles
"Very good experience we had with Paws of Persistence. As first-time pet parents we got a lot of insights from Mr. Govind. His daycare is also excellent, my dog Maxx loved him and was in the hands of good care."
Nandini
Pet parent of Maxx, Shih Tzu
"Govind is very passionate about animals. He has a lot of compassion towards them and provides tricks that can help with taking better care of your pets. I would definitely recommend him."
Karthik Karur
Pet parent of Minchu, Indie
"Training meant a lot to us since we had two Lab breed pets. The basic behaviours you taught were picked up fast by the pets. It shows the talent of training and the affection you have towards the pets. Thanks a lot."
Lakshmi S
Pet parent of Chiku & Irish, Labradors
"We had a fantastic experience with Govind at Paws of Persistence! As new dog parents, we were struggling with basic training issues like toilet training, biting, and jumping. Govind used positive reinforcement techniques that were easy to follow and really effective. In just a few sessions our puppy became more obedient and calm. The training was fun for both us and our dog, and we felt so much more confident as pet parents. I highly recommend Govind for anyone looking for a friendly and skilled dog trainer!"
Bharani S
Pet parent of Mango, Beagle
Specialist in puppy foundation training in Bengaluru. I believe every dog deserves patience, understanding, and a chance to learn in a safe, loving environment. I work primarily with puppies 8 to 16 weeks and through their first year.

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From Product Owner to K9 Coach
With over 14 years in the IT industry, Govind followed his heart to pursue his true calling which is training dogs. Growing up surrounded by canine companions, he developed a deep love for animals, nature, and wildlife that now fuels every training session and every photograph he captures.
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