About us

Who I Am

Jan Hernandez

My name is Jan Hernandez, and I’ve been surrounded by dogs my entire life. I grew up in Puerto Rico in a home with three dogs, and when my family moved to Houston my mom ran a dog boarding business from our home. Being part of that every day gave me early, hands‑on experience with dog care and behavior.

Altogether, I have around seven years of experience working with dogs, including about four to five years focused specifically on dog training. I started from the ground up as a kennel tech, learning daily care, safety, and handling skills, and worked my way up to assistant dog trainer in a professional boarding and training environment. From there, I spent about three years working as a dog trainer for a company, gaining experience with a wide variety of dogs and situations.

Over the years, I’ve worked with service dogs, behavior modification cases, and dogs with aggression or serious behavior issues. Before I ever trained professionally, I offered a lot of free help to friends, family, and local shelters so I could learn as much as possible and make a difference for dogs that needed it most.

My goal

My goal with every client is to look at the full picture: the dog, the owner, and their real‑life situation. I focus on finding the best training approach and lifestyle that will actually work for both the dog and the human. I am a balanced dog trainer, but I believe you cannot truly train a dog you don’t have a relationship with. Relationship, trust, and clear communication always come first in my training.

Dog Training Programs

Personalized Dog Training for Every Dog

We provide puppy training, basic manners, leash walking, and behavior help — tailored to your dog’s unique needs. Our training programs are designed to build better habits, strengthen the bond between you and your dog, and address common behavior challenges with personalized guidance and support.

About SafePaws

Get to know about Safepaws center

At SafePaws, we believe your dog deserves calm, personalized care that feels like home. Our boarding and enrichment services are thoughtfully designed to support your dog’s physical and mental well-being in a safe, structured, home-style environment.

From standard overnight boarding to training maintenance boarding for previously trained dogs, every stay includes attentive supervision, daily routines, and individualized care. We also offer structured walks, guided hikes, enrichment sessions, obedience reinforcement, and optional add-ons to meet your dog’s unique needs — all focused on consistency, comfort, and balance.

Our goal is simple: to provide a safe, enriching experience where your dog feels secure, fulfilled, and well cared for while you’re away.

At SafePaws, safety and enrichment go hand in hand. Dogs are supported through calm, structured routines, one-on-one enrichment, and thoughtful activities designed to provide mental stimulation without overstimulation. Gentle handling, safe supervision, and individualized care help each dog feel secure, balanced, and comfortable throughout their stay.

Award

Our Certifications & Accreditations

At SafePaws, we take pride in meeting the highest standards of pet care and safety. We are proud to hold industry-recognized certifications that demonstrate our commitment to providing a secure, loving, and professional environment for every pet entrusted to us.

Mission

Our Mission – Caring Beyond Boarding

To provide a safe, clean, and stimulating environment where pets can play, socialize, and thrive while giving owners peace of mind.

our benefits

More then just a pets care & store

Loving & Professional Care

Every dog is treated like family in a cozy home environment, with care tailored to their needs. While pets are safely crated during short absences, those in our Training + Boarding program receive extra time, interaction, and attention.