FirstBarkJenny was great. Changed our puppy immediately
My Shadow Dog Training
Chatham, Virginia
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
Qualifications stated by the business, not independently verified.
- Training team
- APDT membership
Customer reviews
Google listing5
69 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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Jenny is a great trainer. My dog and I have learned so much from her. We have taken both Manners 1 and 2, and plan to take her 3rd class when offered.
Not just commands and treats but some serious thought went into helping my dog with her issues. I highly recommend My Shadow Dog Training.
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