A family-friendly curriculum based on play!

Mystic Paws Academy Online brings our safety-first, force-free training into your home — so you can build real-life skills on your schedule, without sacrificing quality. You'll get the same structured curriculum we use in our academy, broken into clear lessons with videos recorded right here at Mystic Paws, so you always know what to practice, why it matters, and how to keep making progress. Because training is a lifestyle — not a one-hour-a-week event — the Online Academy is built for consistency. Lessons are practical, family-friendly, and easy to follow, whether kids want to help, routines shift, or you need a calmer way to work through distractions. You'll learn games that build focus, confidence, and self-control, with step-by-step setups that keep everyone safe and set your dog up to win. Most importantly, you're not left guessing. The Online Academy gives you a clear roadmap: what to do today, how to level up, and what success looks like — so training feels doable, measurable, and genuinely fun. Whether you're starting fresh or building advanced skills, you'll have a warm, supportive system that helps your dog thrive at home and out in the world.

How Levels Work

Unparalled Excellence

Everyone starts at the beginning to build focus, trust, and your dog's confidence. Progression through the levels build week to week, course to course, from Level 1 through Level 4. We have dedicated trainers for our online experience to help answer questions and check on progress. Our community consists of our online and in-person students to share together, regardless of location. We will offer challenges and contests that you can join to have fun with other students and enjoy some bragging rights with your dog For questions, please call our center at 779-994-4200 for more information.

Level 1 Class

Get access to the introductory course, the Level 1 Course, and the community

Heather Pohlman, ABCDT ABCCDT DBPE CTDI CHWI

Founder, Canine Behavior Educator

With more than 30 years of hands-on experience, Heather has worked with puppies, family pets, competition dogs, and rescue dogs. Her background includes obedience, tricks, canine sports, and dog safety education. ​ She is an AKC evaluator and holds multiple training and canine fitness certifications. Beyond teaching dogs, Heather specializes in teaching people — helping families feel confident, relaxed, and capable with their dogs. Her classes are structured, supportive, and welcoming to all ages, including children. She has over a dozen professional certifications.

Kim Bell, ABCDT

Chief Operating Officer, Mystic Paws Academy Online

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