Training by Jacqueline, LLC

08/07/2025

08/06/2025

“What I’m learning is…I thought I really knew my dog…but what I’m realizing is…I don’t actually know my dog at all…”

This was something that was recently said to me when with a client, and I think it’s actually very profound. I hear so many things said about dogs from clients and when I gently explain that it may *not* be what they assume, it can be jarring.

Dog behaviorists and consultants exist because our entire job is to actually help you decipher dog language. Body language & behavior are often misinterpreted and that’s what leads to significant challenges often involving bites.

So let’s chat….what have YOU been told about certain behaviors or training or interactions? I want to open this post up for some thoughtful discussion in an effort to help dog guardians learn more about their own dog(s) or dog(s) in the world 💭

08/05/2025

Meet Lucy! 💕 a alumni!

Lucy was recently adopted and is thriving in her new home. She is a tall, bouncy, mouthy girl so we’ve been working through lots of appropriate outlets for her to do those silly dog things and still be a great companion!

One of her favorite things is edible/shreddable enrichment! 📰

It’s almost back to school time! 🍎 I’m currently booking new clients for private lessons, and have an open slot for the Homeschool Program in September! 🍁

You can see details here and sign up:

New Clients: https://trainingbyjacqueline.com/newclient/

Homeschool: https://trainingbyjacqueline.com/homeschool-program/

Existing or previous clients: message me for the schedule link 😇

08/02/2025

Copy, Paste! 🖤

4 years ago, Boone was welcomed into his family and we tackled all things puppyhood. He has turned out to be an amazing dude, so his family said…another!

Introducing his tiny buddy, Jake! We recently refreshed all of the important aspects of puppy training including socialization.

Socialization is such a misunderstood topic for pet parents. Did you know this critical period is only from 3-16* weeks? Many assume that we can continue to “socialize” into adulthood however it’s a completely different process once a puppy is beyond the 16 week mark!

The other misunderstood piece comes from well meaning veterinary staff. There are definitely many risks to puppies who are just forming their immune systems and aren’t fully vaccinated….but we should not be keeping the puppy exclusively at home until fully vaccinated. There are so many ways to socialize your puppy while keeping them safe from disease and illness!

Pictured here is little Jake during his socialization training while on vacation with his people! He’s showing one of many ways we can get our puppies out in the world: sittin in a shopping cart! 🛒 this way his tiny feet’s stay off the ground, and we can control his direct exposure to people and other dogs while still letting him see, hear, smell and just process the big world 🌎

*science continues to evolve, so there are some studies supporting 14 weeks as the close of this critical period, and others stating up to 16 weeks!

Reference: https://www.avma.org/javma-news/2008-10-01/behavior-society-supports-early-puppy-socialization

“While veterinarians are appropriately concerned about infectious disease in young puppies, the fact is that behavioral issues—not infectious diseases—are the number one cause of death for dogs under 3 years of age, according to the AVSAB. Veterinarians contribute to these behavioral issues when recommending pets be kept away from possible germs until their vaccine series is complete, the AVSAB stated.”

https://avsab.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Puppy-Socialization-Position-Statement-FINAL.pdf

07/18/2025

Hi pretty lady 😍

Kya, a Swiss Shepherd, had an amazing first consult where discussed everything to know about her BIG opinions with strangers (and sometimes dogs).

She started out letting me know that she was really uncomfortable with my presence..but we took it slow and allowed her to do what she needed and eventually spent the remainder of our consult hanging in the shade with zero spooky feelings. 🤍

If you’re ready to get the personalized help for your dog, goals & lifestyle fill out the application to get started:

https://trainingbyjacqueline.com/newclient/

Have more than one dog, or a unique living situation? Email me and we can put together a program that fits:

[email protected]

07/09/2025

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07/08/2025

Entries are OPEN for our August Summer Camp Trials! 🤩

Trials are August 22-24: NW3 on Friday, NW2 on Saturday, and NW1 on Sunday.

We are so excited to host our first sanctioned NACSW trial & to get to play all weekend at Michigan Out-of-Doors Camp! Extra special for us: a few of our very own FFD Sniffy Teams are ready to ENTER our trials!!! 😭😍

Somebody also told me there was a small beach area for the dogs to play after their trial day is over... you know we LOVE a good reinforcement event!! 🏖

See you there!

Entry info, volunteer sign up, & premium: forcefreedale.com/events

06/30/2025

⚠️ the kids and I are packing up, and transitioning to our next adventure! We will be RV living for the summer, and this move process will take place for the next 2 weeks! Peep our stories for allllll the behind the scenes of moving 3 cats and 1 dog into 1/3 of the space we have now….(and maybe send us some good thoughts) 😂

I am still doing some admin in the meantime, but please be patient as I prioritize this huge life change 🙂 Porter has also been navigating a significant old man illness…so our stress bucket is a bit full right now.

Happy almost JULY trainees! Don’t forget if your pets need medication to help them navigate the big booms, call your vet asap!

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