Training Philosophy

Hi, I am Jesse McKinney and as a professional dog trainer I enjoy working with dog owners and their families. I want to help bridge the communication gap between dogs and their humans. I help my clients get back that family dog they always dreamed of owning. Because every client’s goals and needs are different, I avoid the “one size fits all” solution, instead I customize positive, scientifically based training plans for each situation. I strive to see to it that everyone—human and canine—has fun in the process.

Accomplishments

• Honors Graduate Animal Behavior Collage

• Full Member Association of Pet Dog Trainers

• Apprenticed 2+ Years with Laura Baugh, CPDT KPACTP

• Served Board Member Animal Welfare League of Montgomery County Inc.

• Served President Animal Welfare League of Montgomery County Inc.

Continuing Education

• Oct. 2008-Association of Pet Dog Trainers annual dog trainers conference

• March 2008- Karen Pryor Clicker Expo training conference

• March 2007- Karen Pryor Clicker Expo training conference

• May 2006-Kathy Sdao Dog Behavior conference

• March 2005- Karen Pryor Clicker Expo training conference

I continue my education by regularly attending dog training seminars held across the country.

I am also an avid reader of books and articles on dog behavior.