About Leading Paws

The people who love your dog almost as much as you do

Leading Paws is a local Kent team built on one simple belief, that a well cared for, well trained dog makes for a happier home. We help owners across Maidstone, Kings Hill and West Malling get exactly that.

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Our story

Leading Paws began with a love of dogs and a simple frustration. So many owners have all the love in the world at home but not always the time, the knowledge or the support to give their dog everything it needs.

We set out to be the trusted local team that fills that gap, from the very first puppy visit to daily walks, training, boarding and holiday care.

Owner gently stroking a content dog on a Kent footpath at golden hour
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Kind methods that actually work

Our training is reward based and force free. We never use fear or punishment. Just as importantly, we guide you to train your dog rather than doing it for you, because the real progress happens between sessions, in your home and on your walks. You leave every session knowing exactly what to do next.

Reward based and force free
Owner led, so the results last
Tailored to your dog, never a script
Patient with nervous and trickier dogs
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Meet Lizzie

Lizzie leads the Leading Paws team. Her qualifications, hands-on experience and genuine passion for dogs are the foundation everything is built on. What never changes is the care she brings to every dog and every owner she works with, and a genuine belief that any dog can thrive with the right support.

Full bio, qualifications and founding story to be confirmed by Lizzie before launch.

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Trusted, qualified and fully covered

When you hand over your dog or your keys, you need to know you are in safe hands. Every part of Leading Paws is built around that trust.

🛡️Fully insured
DBS checked
🎓Reward based qualified trainers
👃ScentWork UK and agility experienced
🩺Canine first aid aware

Proudly local to Kent

We cover Maidstone, Kings Hill, West Malling, Harrietsham and the surrounding areas. Our classes run at Squirrells Riding School near Maidstone, West Malling Village Hall and Harrietsham Village Hall, so there is always a friendly class close to home.

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Let us help your dog

Book a class or arrange a free friendly chat about what your dog needs. We would love to meet you both.

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