Dog Trainers' Apprentice Program Calgary Humane Society

After a long day at the office, the highlight of Jenn’s day was heading to the shelter after work to volunteer as a Head Start Trainer. She would teach the homeless dogs some basic manners to help them be considered polite by potential adopters.  That was back in 2005… now that hobby has turned into running her own dog behavior company.  This came about when Jenn learned the method of positive reinforcement training… and realized that it’s not about bribing your dog with treats - it's about two-way communication and respect.  She was amazed by the success of this method and in 2008 completed the Calgary Humane Society’s Dog Trainers Apprenticeship program.  Feeling everyone should know these life changing methods, she now teaches classes to coach dog owners of all breeds.  Crediting the positive reinforcement method with teaching her patience and to be a better wife, mother, friend, teacher, sister, daughter and of course… dog owner.  Jenn is so grateful for the opportunity to teach and learn with each dog & owner who cross her path.

Tracey's interest in dog training began after adopting her reactive rescue dog Emmet. Together they have participated in many dog classes including obedience, agility, and reactive dog training. When not assisting Jenn with her classes, Tracey works full time, does adoption follow ups for Pawsitive Match Rescue Foundation, and of course, spend times with her amazing rescue dogs, Emmet and Willa, and very supportive husband Tom.  She is currently completing her Dog Training Apprenticeship Program through Dogma.