Training by Jacqueline, LLC

26/08/2024

Happy International Dog Day!

📸: Stella

Share your dogs through insta with a tag or a Facebook comment 🐾 let’s see those sidekicks 🦮

25/08/2024

🎉 We’ve had client meetups going on for close to 3 years!

These are monthly dates exclusive to clients in the TBJ family where we meet to practice our current homework amongst other clients! It has been such a positive experience given everyone is on the “same page” from their private lessons. It’s a safe, low-pressure way to attend a group style class while building friendships with other dogs and their people.

📸 This is a snapshot from our August meet where puppy, Slate practiced greeting Remi & Apprentice Shelby!

To join, sign up for your first program and you’ll get instant access to future meetups:

www.trainingbyjacqueline.com

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23/08/2024

💻Let’s talk about the information on the internet…

It’s a mixed bag. In a world of algorithms, sponsored websites, ads, popularity…it’s really easy to land on a page of information that simply has enough funding to take the lead.

When it comes to dog behavior this can literally be dangerous. There’s SO much information, most of it contradicting, and unfortunately combined with zero regulation of who is facilitating training (or authoring websites & videos)…much is left to “winging it”.

🧠Here’s my advice:

✅ If you have worked with a credentialed trainer in the past…even if it has been awhile…please please please reach out to them with your question before visiting Google. I can promise we would rather give you solid, science-backed answers than to hear you’ve been operating under “joe shmoe’s” silly advice for 6 months and making things worse…

✅ If you are seeking help, check the persons experience and credentials. They should at minimum have attended a class, course, or conference within the last YEAR. Those who have “been training for 20+ years” and are pushing the same advice they used when they started= 🚩

✅ Not all certifications are created equal. Look into the certification they took and what it required. Some are a multiple choice test, some require submission of full case studies and open answers that are graded by an entire body of experts. Many many certifications are simply “pay to play” and require NO testing of the learned skills and knowledge.

✅ “Behaviorists”. There are quite literally 3 ways to become one: a behavior-centric PhD program to become a CAAB, a masters program to become an ACAAB (thats what I’m doing!), or becoming a veterinarian and completing a board certification to be a veterinary behaviorist. Please be weary of people who easily call themselves a behaviorist.

💡 Please take the time to research before you use a technique or take advice from another person. Your dogs mental health and well being will thank you.

📸: good boi Oliver at our lesson this week!

21/08/2024

My bestie Roy has been struggling with some big feelings while on walks in his neighborhood recently, so we had a lesson last week to focus specifically on making walks more successful for him!
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You might be familiar with Roy, as his brother is also a cattle dog and part of the TBJ family (Ted)!
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While we hadn’t seen any of these behaviors since adopting Roy, the moment this change popped up his parents made an appointment to get help. This is often the case for the clients I assist. We may work on one specific issue for a couple of lessons, take a break for a long while, then regroup when things change! Many comment how nice it is to have a “trainer in your pocket” to reach out to throughout their dog’s lifetime to check in or seek help. That kind of support is always offered to clients, past and present.
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Roy’s family emailed this morning with a glowing update, and also checked in about some other changes since starting the new homework. We will continue to work through this until everyone is at a baseline they enjoy! 👏🏼
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To sign up for lessons, visit:
www.trainingbyjacqueline.com

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20/08/2024

🙏🏼 reviews and referrals keep a small business going and growing. I couldn’t do this without every person I’ve worked with!

Thank you! 🐾💛

19/08/2024

When your mom won’t stop doing “business stuff” and go outside with you….🙄

-Porter

13/08/2024

Excuse me….😍

This is my newest buddy, Slate! It is always such a compliment when my previous clients come back around with their next companion. If you remember my boxer friends Opal & Jasper…you’ll know that little Slate is in the best hands for his forever home.

We will miss our OG pair 🌈 and honor them by pouring that same love and care into this pint-sized little man 🩵

Stay tuned for all his growth! 🌱

New puppy in the family? You can sign up for 1-on-1 lessons too. Visit www.trainingbyjacqueline.com

09/08/2024

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09/08/2024

Working with rescue dogs, their foster people, and my colleagues/friends=ALWAYS the best time.

Adopt Frazier! 🧡 available through Waggin' Tails

Also…..Franny girl was adopted 🥹

Frazier - 2024 🐶

So, this guy is learning that humans aren't all bad. He was especially fond of his Auntie Jacqueline when she tossed treats his way! 🦴 ⭐ (Training by Jacqueline, LLC is all about sharing snacks!)

This good boy is making so much progress and we love everything about it! Frazier didn't seem too picky about the treats.... As you can see he was trying to get them all!

There are so many dog treat companies, it's like whiplash at the pet stores trying to pick out the best kind. We also try to limit our purchases to LOCAL/MICHIGAN made dog treat companies.... We're curious, what is your FAV dog treat company that is Pure Michigan made!?

Frazier would also like remind everyone he is available for adoption with Waggin' Tails! If you are looking to add a furry friend to your family, this guy would like to be considered! He promises to not eat ALL the snacks.

08/08/2024

My project supervisor has really been crashing my productivity this week…even crashed the LAST zoom of this grad school class by displaying his best back end feature over and over…😂

We love his enthusiasm and relentless confidence to take up space when he needs it. Being a cat who is sensitive to touch and handling requires the utmost patience when he decides he needs affection…but is sorta in the way 💀

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05/08/2024

This weekend we went to Hudson Mills Metropark with Sunny & mom! ⛅️

Things we worked through:
🚴🏼‍♂️ bikes!
🚶🏼‍♀️‍➡️people walking!
🦮 dogs walking!
🚜large mowers
🛺golf carts
🚘loading into the car!
🎾fetch

Lessons are flexible! We can meet anywhere that is pet friendly to practice skills in the big world. Sunny is a puppy, so we are specifically building general skills and helping her personality bloom through these experiences 🌸

You can sign up for lessons here:
www.trainingbyjacqueline.com

03/08/2024

….did this take your breath away 😍

FRANNY! 🩷

Last night I got to meet a few adoptable kiddos at a photo shoot with Ruff Life Photography at our local Schell Family Farm and LET ME TELL YOU…..I would scoop this girl in a heartbeat.

✨Franny Facts:
•she is so full of J O Y 🤩
•very smart-she basically had a mini training session and by the end of the night was just sitting patiently waiting for snacks
•friendly with dogs, cats, and people! Currently in a foster home who adores her!
•crate trained
•loves car rides
•clearly a model ✨
•housetrained
•would love an active family!
•has been around older kids!

Today’s goal: please SHARE this sweet girl for her chance at an amazing home.

Even though she’s perfect, I’m offering 2 complementary lessons for her new home transition because I’m just obsessed with her and want to see her again 🤣

She is available through Underdog Rescue Ranch in Michigan!

30/07/2024

Checking in with apprentice, Shelby! 🩷

She has been observing lessons (thank you clients!) attending monthly client meet-ups, and showing up for coffee sessions where her and I talk allllll things behavior and business. It’s been a true joy to have her as my shadow this year. Shelby shows sincere passion and commitment to training and has the best questions. Cheers to her future as a dog trainer! ✨

She is working on earning her hours for her first official certification. I have no doubt she will pass easily. 👏🏼

📸: her & her dog, Remi 🐾

29/07/2024

Bandit was out on the town this weekend learning how to take in the world and go slow..🩵

He found interest in the various statues around! Did you know that the socialization period is 3-16* weeks for puppies, and that throughout adolescence they will go through “fear periods” where they are suddenly fearful of things that were never spooky before?

Bandit is around 10 months currently and his mom is working so hard to shape his confidence and manners in the big world. Even after the socialization period…we know dogs are constantly learning about everything they encounter and every experience is important to their development.

*some studies and professionals believe it is 3-14 weeks, while some say 3-16 weeks!

26/07/2024

Happy Friday from best girl, Lexi ✨

20/07/2024

Shout out to my colleagues at for running an outstanding “Sniff & Go” nosework event today! So glad to have the opportunity to watch dog & handler teams work each scenario together. My friends in the nosework space are creating some serious community fun. You won’t want to miss their next event! Follow their socials for more information! 👏🏼

19/07/2024

Colter recently began his training program to tackle his growing *big feelings* about things passing the house, guests coming over, passing dogs & people on walks, etc.

We had our first follow-up visit this week, and mom reported a huge reduction in his upset with the newly implemented techniques! ⭐️ I could tell a difference when I first walked in and he was quietly waiting to come visit with me!

I hate to say it out loud…but September is right around the corner and is usually one of the busiest times of year and the schedule is already filling up 👀 If you want to sign up visit

www.trainingbyjacqueline.com

Current or previous clients can always book directly by sending a text or email! 😉

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18/07/2024

Multitasking on this beautiful summer day…reading & reinforcing 🤓

12/07/2024

Happy Friday, trainees!

📸: Lexi during todays Day Training ☀️💛

08/07/2024

🩵DOYLE🩵

This handsome lug loves to hang with his doggy friends, and has a zest for everything fun! With that comes some silly jumping and nibbling on his human when he gets *too* excited or is trying to ask for things😆

Even at our first consultation, you could see he understood quickly how he can be heavily rewarded for doing things *other* than throwing himself at his mom to communicate his needs! 🩵

In-home training is a great option for a personalized plan that will help you reach your goals with your dog! You can sign up here:

www.trainingbyjacqueline.com

Or email with questions at:

[email protected]

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28/06/2024

27/06/2024

Welcome to Day Training, Lexi! 🖤(right)

Girlfriend has a serious interest in all things critters and a zest to be the fastest one on leash. She does not prefer her toes to be touched, and likes to live life by jumping…a lot 🤣 all things we will tackle in her program this month!

Burt is her brother, and you may recognize him! I’ve known Burt for quite awhile (5+ years??) and it will be so great to see him too during the visits for his sister. Always a privilege to continue working with clients throughout the years.

Stay tuned for updates 👏🏼

23/06/2024

It was an amazing day for a client meet-up! 😍☀️

When you are part of the TBJ family, you get access to these monthly outings where we come together to practice our skills, share in our struggles, and feel proud of what we’ve accomplished! Today’s attendees worked so hard to mingle near and with each other 👏🏼

Happy Sunday! 💛

21/06/2024

It’s been a heck of a week with temperatures & the heat index here in Michigan, but somehow, a tiny puppy can make it all better 🩷

Stay safe and cool my friends. The heat is here for a little longer…and Happy Summer! ☀️

18/06/2024

Todays post was created by the amazing AniEd

So many things factor into behavior. This is why it’s super important to find someone credentialed who has continued to learn through courses, webinars, conferences, books, articles, etc, etc, ETC!

An individual dog is a unique puzzle that deserves a close inspection of each “piece” to provide the best advice for THEM. 🧩

Next time you are scoping a trainer or consultant, ask them what class or certification they’ve completed recently! They should be able to easily answer. (And the answer shouldn’t be that they’ve had dogs their whole life so they know what they’re doing)

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17/06/2024

Hello from Archer & mom! ☀️😍

Archer completed his day training program a couple of months ago, but we met up for a regroup of sorts to help them feel confident together on public trails!

Archer had so many good moments walking at a calm pace, checking in with mom, and sniffing his heart out. This is a drastic difference from his typical “worried” behaviors he had before we started training. I am so so proud 🥲

Dogs deserve to be understood, loved for who they are as individuals, and given the courtesy of helping them to navigate human lifestyles. No dog comes equipped or trained perfectly. It’s up to us to lead them with empathy and compassionate guidance to be most successful.

17/06/2024

⚠️⚠️ be so so careful with any outside time this week. Here are some tips if you think your dog is experiencing heat exhaustion:

Protect your fur babies from the heat this week! In case you see the signs of heat exhaustion, here’s what to do and not do.

14/06/2024

Meet Austin 😍

This handsome hunk started his behavior modification program this week. His parents are hoping to alleviate some *odd* behaviors of his, and create a better relationship. Can’t wait to watch all of his progress!



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10/06/2024

🎉 Day Training: Complete! ✅

Belle and her family met with me last week for our “transfer session” to show off all the skills she has gained over the last month together. Now, her family is able to apply these skills to their everyday lives with Belle to keep her safe and happy!

Day Training is a service where your trainer (that’s me!) does the work for you. If you feel overwhelmed with logistics of practice, or don’t have as much time as you’d like to dedicate (we all have busy seasons), this is a great solution. Belle’s family often said they could tell when I had been there for a session because of the difference in her behaviors. 👏🏼

Day Training includes 4 weeks of training (12 sessions) directly with me. We have a pre & post-consult meeting to go over what the goals are, and then “transfer” back to the pet parent’s hands once training is completed!

It’s not required for pet parents to be home during visits, but observation is welcome!

This program was launched 2 years ago and has been so helpful for so many families. I accept one client/dog per month!

Apply here: https://trainingbyjacqueline.com/day-training-application/

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