Hello my name is Alena Jones! My passion for dogs started ever since I was adopted into a family with 4 dogs. I grew up dog sitting and dog walking around my neighborhood which quickly transitioned to working at my first pet care facility.
Over the 7 years, I have gained lots of knowledge from handling difficult dogs to understanding dog behavior and body language. I have taken countless online and written courses going over dog behavior/body language. Lastly, I attended a In-depth training solution course by Jason Davis before becoming the lead behavior modification trainer at Reynolds Dog Resort and Training center. I also worked with Smart Dog Pet Training LLC to gain more knowledge with fear free Training.
Septemeber 2022, I adopted Korra, my belgian malinois who was on the behavioral euthanasia list due to having a bite record. She was trained for personal protection but due to poor handling/being over corrected, she grew to be extremly fearful and "unpredicatble". I was her last chance. Korra is unrecognizable from the day I picked her up. Today, she helps me as another helper dog alongside my husky, Kane.
With 5 years of hands-on training experience from basics to behavioral issues, I am confident in helping you set your dog up for success. Overall my goal is to build a better relationship with you and your dog!
Training Style
What is My training style?
My training style: Relationship based training
Often times we can move too quickly for our puppies where they might not fully understand what we may be asking. Or maybe we overflood them with commands when they are not ready. Dogs learn best through muscle memory and repetitions. I teach movement first and then pair commands/ increase duration until the dog understands. I don't rely on "tools" or training collars to teach your dog! I rely on the foundation built as well as creating a healthy/emotional relationship with your dog. Another aspect I heavily focus on is positive associations. Dogs rely heavily on associations and it can affect how they see the world. Lastly, I allow your dog to make decisions for themselves and help them through when needed. This teaches them how to problem solve on their own and not to rely on a command given every time. Gradually I change environments, introduce more distractions, and work on solidifying commands. Every dog learns differently so my training is catered that way!
Services
Customized training for each and every dog!
Basic Obedience
Basic obedience is targeted for puppies/adult dogs who need a solid foundation.
Advanced Obedience
Advanced obedience is targeted to dogs with a solid foundation but want more off leash freedom.
Behavior Modification
Behavior modification is targeted to those who may be struggling with behavioral issues such as reactivity, resource guarding, confidence issues, fearful/timidness etc.
Public Training
Public training is offered as a one on one training for your dog in a public setting.
Phone support is a service provided to help you whenever you have questions or need advice during a training or after.
Phone support entails advice with a trainer to achieve desired results via text or phone call/ video demonstrations if helpful for you!
What do follow ups look like? Why are they helpful?
Follow ups
Follow ups entail advice and one on one support with a trainer after a training to achieve the desired results at home as well as to help always progress training.
Are packages worth it?
Packages
Packages are worth the hype!
The packages include private sessions, in home training, public training, a follow up and phone support!
Discount: 10% off Basic and Advanced 10 session package,15% off 20 session package!
Alena
was absolutely outstanding, She has a way with animals and loves what
she does and it shows. She came to help us with our Belgian
Malinois/German Shepherd puppy. Truly did wonders for us and the pup.
Would highly recommend Alena for any of your k9 training needs,
Stellar!!!