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My Shadow Dog Training

Chatham, Virginia

5/5· 69 Google reviews

About My Shadow Dog Training

13+ years teaching group classes - Canine Manners, Canine Good Citizen, AKC STAR for puppies. Therapy Dogs, Service Dogs, Diabetic Alert, Public Access training. Private one-on-one lessons - obedience, specialized training, problem behaviors Member of Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT). Focus on training the dog AND the owner - relationship is key - board and train is not what I do. Force-free and positive methods building partnership; no e-collars or aversive training! Specialized training for problem dog behaviors such as reactivity, anxiety, etc. 13+ years experience training emotional support (ESA) and service dogs. Therapy dog training: certified as a Tester/Observer for Alliance of Therapy Dogs.

Training & services

Training goals

  • Canine Good Citizen preparation
  • House training
  • Leash training
  • Obedience training

Behavior support

  • Aggression training
  • Barking
  • Jumping up
  • Reactivity training

How training happens

  • Board and train
  • Group classes
  • Private training

Dog age

  • Adult dogs
  • Puppies

Training level

  • Beginner training

Assistance and working dogs

  • Medical-alert and mobility assistance
  • Service dog training
  • Therapy dog training

Your dog’s background

  • Rescue dogs

Training approach

  • Force-free training

Other listed services

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  • Advance Training
  • Canine Enrichment
  • Canine Manners - Beginning and Advanced
  • Class Instruction
  • Continuing Education
  • Custom Training
  • Dog Schools
  • Emotional Support Dog Training
  • Foundational Course
  • House Manners
  • Individualized Training
  • Leash Skills
  • Positive dog training
  • Problem behaviors
  • Public Access Training
  • Relationship Building
  • Socializing Your Dog
  • Specialized Training
  • Support Dog Training

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Business-stated qualifications

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Training team
APDT membership

Customer reviews

Google listing
5
out of 569 Google reviews

Mentioned in reviews

  • Manners 1 class 14
  • Knowledgeable trainer 8
  • Basic manners class 3
  • Communication skills 3
  • Therapy dogs 3
  • Thorough classes 3
All 10 topics
  • Love for pups 2
  • Obedience classes 2
  • Positive training 2
  • Private lesson 2

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69 collected reviews

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Randee Brown
5/5
Jenny is a wonderful, patient, dog trainer and very professional. Besides offering classes for the average dog ownwer, to teach basic manners, leash skills, Companion dog and Therapy dog certification training, she also volunteers with her Therapy dog teams in working with kids…Read full reviewClose full review

Jenny is a wonderful, patient, dog trainer and very professional. Besides offering classes for the average dog ownwer, to teach basic manners, leash skills, Companion dog and Therapy dog certification training, she also volunteers with her Therapy dog teams in working with kids in reading, visiting nursing homes, and even help the local SPCA with special cases. She has had to take back one of the service dogs she trained due to a lyme disease exposure the dog had and so we all got to witness how perfectly behaved he is and have also watched her bring along other young service dogs. If you are in the Danville/Chatham area and need help with your dog, Sign up for her classes. You AND your pup will be glad you did!!

AB AB
5/5
Jenny came out to our dog rescue to work with the volunteers and teach us best practices for introducing dogs to each other, how to read and interpret a dog's body language, and how to best help a dog make an easy and safe transition from rescue to a new home. She is clear and th…Read full reviewClose full review

Jenny came out to our dog rescue to work with the volunteers and teach us best practices for introducing dogs to each other, how to read and interpret a dog's body language, and how to best help a dog make an easy and safe transition from rescue to a new home. She is clear and thorough in her instruction, clearly loooooves dogs and her job, and was incredibly kind and helpful. I have recommended her as a trainer to a number of people.

Karen Norris
5/5

Would definitely recommend Jenny for your dog training needs. I attended her basic manners 1 and follow up class with my lab. The information and training received has been a huge help with my lab’s behavior.

Charlene Pope
5/5

I have known Jenny for years. She is so knowledgeable when it comes to training dogs. Her patience is unending when working with the dogs AND their owners. I highly recommend taking your pup to her classes!

Deborah Tung
5/5

Cannot recommend Jenny and My Shadow Dog Training enough!!! I’ve taken multiple dogs through several classes and always have a fun time while learning how to work better with my dog. I love that she emphasizes building relationship and connect with your companion through positive and engaging exercises and games!

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