FirstBarkJenny Cole is an amazing dog whisperer. Her kindness, gentleness & intelligence are amazing. The dogs seem to know she's the alpha dog for all the right reasons. Jenny is consistent, patient & doesn't give up. Her services are priced very reasonably for the experiences, training & wisdom she shares. I highly recommend her training with no reservations.
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 at My Shadow Dog Training is extremely knowledgeable and talented with training dogs. I have been to her trainings with my own dog and I was very impressed. I have witnessed Jenny training service animals for years in the community and with great success. Jenny is patient, confident, kind, intuitive, and she understands dog behaviors. It’s as if she can read their minds! Highly recommended!
Jenny's communication skills and teaching techniques was great for me and my GSD. Learning what to do, how to do it and when to do it. I highly recommend her.
As a physical therapist, I am deeply grateful that Jenny incorporates nursing homes into her training. The joy that she brings to our local community is incalculable. She is more than a consummate professional; she is a deeply compassionate and caring human being.
Jenny is kind, patient and has a unique gift when working with dogs and their human partners. It was the best training we experienced!
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