Your dog isn't broken,
Your training plan might be!
You've tried everything. The problem isn't your dog — it's that no one's given you a real plan. Three sessions. Clear homework. A dog that actually listens.
Does any of this sound familiar?
Every walk is a battle.
Your dog lunges, barks, spins. You've started taking the long route to avoid other dogs. You apologize to strangers. You go home exhausted and a little embarrassed.
You've tried corrections. Nothing stuck.
The YouTube videos. The stern voice. Maybe advice to “show him who's boss.” It worked for a day — then your dog forgot, or you felt guilty and quit.
You left for two hours.
Shredded tissues. Destroyed pillows. Maybe your favorite shoes. Your dog isn't “bad” — they're anxious, bored, or both. And scolding them after the fact isn't going to fix it.
This isn't a personality problem. It's a missing plan.
Your dog is doing the only thing they know how to do. Once they have a real system — and so do you — everything changes.
Hi, I'm Jess 👋
I'm a positive reinforcement trainer based in the DMV area, and a Karen Pryor Academy graduate. Before I worked with dogs, I spent twenty years in restaurants — reading people under pressure, keeping a room calm when things got loud. I use the same instincts now, just pointed at a different species.
Every method I use is science-based and force-free. No prong collars, no shock collars, no dominance theory. Just clear communication, consistency, and a plan that fits your actual life — not a textbook version of it.
I work with puppies, reactive dogs, anxious dogs, and everyday households dealing with jumping, barking, or leash pulling. If your dog has a bite history, that's not a dealbreaker. It just means we take a closer look before we build the plan.
- Karen Pryor Academy graduate
- 6+ years of hands-on pet training experience
- Force-free · positive reinforcement only
- Based in the DMV area (DC, Maryland, Virginia)
- Currently advancing studies in animal behavior
Reviews
Jess is incredibly skilled and such a great teacher. In just 10 minutes she improved DODO's leash-pulling on walks — and she showed me how to keep training on my own so the problem could be completely resolved. (I didn't get to film DODO pulling because I was about to retake the video... turns out he'd already improved. 🤣) Highly recommend!
Very knowledgeable, helped fill in the gaps of what I needed to help train my puppy. Prompt and very helpful.
Thank youuu soooooo much. It was so nice and such a pleasure meeting you!! I can't wait to give you updates with his progress — you will always be my go-to trainer if we need more sessions!!
The 3-Session Package
Covers consultation + all three follow-up sessions. Full payment due before first session.
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Consultation
Marker Word + SitHomework: marker word & sit log, potty & sleep tracker - 1
Session 1
Impulse Control + BitingHomework: bite reaction log - 2
Session 2
Barking at PeopleHomework: barking distance log - 3
Session 3
Leash Manners + Full ReviewThe real work doesn't stop here — consistency is the key!
How This Works
Payment
Full payment is due before your first session. Once your session has taken place, fees are non-refundable except in approved circumstances.
Timeline
Consultation + all 3 follow-up sessions need to be completed within six weeks of your consultation date. Sessions left undone after that window are forfeited.
Homework
Each session comes with a short homework assignment and a quick practice video, due before the next session. This is where the real progress happens.
Attendance
One missed session is fine, no penalty. Two missed sessions in a row, without an emergency and advance notice, ends the package.
Not sure which one to pick?
It's your first time working with me and you want to start with just the consultation before deciding what comes next. One session, no commitment to the full package yet.
It's your first time and you're ready to commit to the whole journey upfront — consultation plus all 3 follow-up sessions. Everything in one payment.
You've already had your initial consultation with me and you're ready to continue with the 3 follow-up sessions.
You've already completed the full 1+3 package with me and want to book additional sessions on top of that.
Still not sure? Don't guess — just reach out at jess@trustdogmethod.com before you pay and I'll tell you exactly which one applies to you.