Waggin' Train Dog Training

Waggin' Train Dog Training Dog training in your home allows learning to occur where it really matters – in the environment you share with your dog on a daily basis.

I never use any "training" collars" because learning shouldn't hurt. Adding a dog to your home is a long-term commitment that can be challenging at times. Training can help you and your pet live happily together in a symbiotic and respectful environment. My understanding of canine behavior can help you interpret your dog’s behaviors. I’ll teach you how to reinforce good behavior, eliminate unwante

d behavior so that you may strengthen the bond built on trust, respect and communication. Training is customized to your dog and situation. All breeds, sizes and ages are welcome. I use kind and gentle methods to teach manners; no choke collars, prong collars or shock collars are ever used. Training is based on 100% positive reinforcement. My goal is to keep dogs out of shelters by creating mutual respect and harmonious living between pets and their people. Appointments are available seven days a week. Hours are flexible to meet your schedule. Serving all of Southern NJ including Atlantic County, Burlington County, Camden County, Gloucester County, and Ocean County.

This is my buddy, Jameson. He's a seven month old Yorkie and his name is bigger than him! He's a fun little guy and is ...
06/23/2026

This is my buddy, Jameson. He's a seven month old Yorkie and his name is bigger than him! He's a fun little guy and is doing well with training.

Happy Father's Day to all the Dog Dads out there! Keep being pawsome.
06/21/2026

Happy Father's Day to all the Dog Dads out there! Keep being pawsome.

This ginormous puppy is Cash. He's a five month old lab that has every characteristic you've ever heard of in a lab pup...
06/19/2026

This ginormous puppy is Cash. He's a five month old lab that has every characteristic you've ever heard of in a lab puppy. He's just adorable and is doing well with training. Such a happy boy!

This adorable guy is Teddy, a seven month old mini Goldendoodle. Like most Doodles, he is energetic and fun to be with. ...
06/12/2026

This adorable guy is Teddy, a seven month old mini Goldendoodle. Like most Doodles, he is energetic and fun to be with. Teddy is doing well with training and having fun doing it!

If your search for a dog trainer has landed you on this page, I'd like to share something important about choosing a tra...
06/10/2026

If your search for a dog trainer has landed you on this page, I'd like to share something important about choosing a trainer in New Jersey.

Dog training is not a regulated profession in NJ. That means anyone can call themselves a dog trainer, regardless of their education, experience, or training methods. Because of this, it's important to do your research before hiring a professional to work with your dog.

When evaluating a trainer, consider the following: Education and formal training, professional certifications and credentials, memberships in reputable professional organizations, training philosophy and methods, and commitment to continuing education.

Professional credentials indicate that a trainer has invested significant time in learning animal behavior, learning theory, training principles, and ethics. Many credentialing organizations also require ongoing continuing education to ensure trainers stay current with the latest science-based training practices.

A trainer's qualifications should be clearly listed on their website so you can make an informed decision based on more than simply a lifelong love of dogs.

For those interested in my background, I am a graduate of the Animal Behavior College Pet Dog Training Program, which included extensive hands-on mentoring and shelter volunteer work to develop practical training skills.

I am also a professional member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT) and a proud member of the Pet Professional Guild (PPG). Members of the Pet Professional Guild are committed to a force-free philosophy that emphasizes learning without pain, fear, intimidation, or coercion.

In addition, I am knowledge-assessed and certified through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CPDT-KA). This certification is earned through rigorous testing in science-based training and behavior principles and requires ongoing continuing education to maintain. This commitment allows me to provide clients with training methods that reflect current research and best practices in positive reinforcement dog training.

My training philosophy is based on respect and cooperation rather than fear and intimidation. I use kind and gentle methods to teach manners; no choke collars, prong collars or shock collars are ever used. Training is based on 100% positive reinforcement.

Choosing a dog trainer is an important decision. Asking questions about education, credentials, and training methods can help ensure you find the right professional for both you and your dog.

This happy boy is Chief. He's a seven year old lab who was recently adopted through a rescue. Even at seven, Chief is ...
06/01/2026

This happy boy is Chief. He's a seven year old lab who was recently adopted through a rescue. Even at seven, Chief is still a goofball lab and I just love him. Proof that you CAN teach an older dog new tricks (skills)!

This is Charlie, a ten month old lab I recently started working with. Charlie is the CHILLIEST lab puppy I have EVER me...
05/26/2026

This is Charlie, a ten month old lab I recently started working with. Charlie is the CHILLIEST lab puppy I have EVER met!!! Honestly! When I go to work with puppies, I expect puppy biting, nipping at clothes, bouncing off the walls, you know, typical puppy behavior. Not Charlie. Charlie may just be an eight year old disguising himself as a puppy! He also decided he was going to assist me so he's going to study the info in my folder on him. 😁

This Memorial Day, we remember not only the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice, but also the military w...
05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we remember not only the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice, but also the military working dogs who served faithfully at their sides. Their courage knew no bounds, their loyalty never wavered, and their sacrifices deserve our gratitude and remembrance.

This is Millie, a recently adopted, two year old German Shepherd. Millie is sweet, beautiful, gentle, extremely intelli...
05/23/2026

This is Millie, a recently adopted, two year old German Shepherd. Millie is sweet, beautiful, gentle, extremely intelligent, and a pleasure to be around. She responded so well to the force free, fear free training we did. Her level of intelligence will require that she gets lots of physical and mental stimulation to keep her happy and to keep her from being bored. This can be done with lots of canine enrichment (or brain games). Google it, look on facebook for examples, just be sure to use it with your dog. Canine enrichment benefits every single dog out there from puppies to seniors. And don't EVER let anyone tell you that breeds like Millie (shepherds, or Dobermans, or Rotties, or pit bulls, etc) need a strong hand and a strong leader. Rubbish. I've trained all of the above and my humane, gentle, positive techniques work. Happy, well mannered dogs that don't act like robots Call me if you have questions - always happy to spread the word on positive training!

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