PawZup (Better Endings New Beginnings)

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Introduction: Better Endings New Beginnings, PawZup 4 Success program helps dogs and their families understand each other. For 35 years, a wagging tail and soft smile with a nuzzle says, "thank you for opening my mind for my family." I believe in continual education and growing my animal/human behavioral skills: Animal Behavior College - Level 2 certified, mentor training for ABC College students Fear Free Certified Dog Trainer AKC evaluator for Canine Good Citizen and Tricks Titles Ian Dunbar Sirius 4 Day Academy My goal is to have your family and your dog sharing smiles and laughter while learning obedience, self-control and leadership skills. We help you change your thinking from . . . "I don't like ___#!@$%$%$___" to "I need to work on ( name of behavior ) and this is how we can do it." I teach you and your dog what to do in calming, reinforcing methods with healthy human leadership. All training is positive, canine and human thought-based and progressive. Plus - I love dog training and working with people! I love watching puppy's turn from huh? To Aha! I love the diversity of the breeds and the many temperaments and personalities. I love how dogs build deep friendships in my classes between people who would never have known each others beauty I love watching dogs from hard places become vibrant and compatible members of their family. I love seeing the light come back on in a senior's eyes when they have learned to help their old dog learn expressive new tricks. I love working with families and children, with seniors and persons with life challenges. It is a joy to watch children become incredible team handlers with their canines and gain solid communication with their furry best friends.

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Hired 7 times

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38 years in business

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Cresta S.

Jul 1, 2017

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PawZup (Better Endings New Beginnings)'s reply

Cresta - it has been such fun watching Abby grow into such a great dog

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Mary M.

Feb 21, 2016

My Wheaten Terrier Inara started classes with Jodee when I got her at 4 months old. Jodee was able to structure training specific to Inara's needs and abilities. Inara was a very smart and exuberant puppy but easily bored. So basic training with lots of repetition did not work for her. Jodee tailored classes to allow her to do more advanced skills in her puppy classes which allowed Inara to keep learning. Making things more of a challenge, Inara was not treat motivated, so Jodee's program of praise and positive reinforcement really helped Inara learn. Inara and I enjoyed our training so much that we continued classes for 5 years. We did classes from puppy to adult, good citizenship, agility and even tricks. People would chuckle and ask isn't your dog trained yet. Of course she was! But training became a social activity for Inara and her doggie friends. As well as for all the owners. Inara would still be doing training with Jodee if she hadn't passed away from a sudden illness. I will definitely be taking my next dog to work with Jodee. She has the ability to teach young puppies that learning is fun and help owners gain the knowledge and confidence to continue working with their dogs when away from classes. Jodee has helped dogs that are rescues as well as those who have been abused become happy well adjusted family members and working animals. If you are looking for a highly skilled positive trainer for your dog or puppy be sure to contact her.

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I can't believe we have been able to move ahead with our dream of building a Kids & Dogs Safety community TV show - Teagan has been a joy to work with and a favorite volunteer at CCX Create. Can't wait what she does as she grows into being a big dog.

Judy R.

Mar 22, 2016

We took our miniature poodle to Jodee for puppy training, puppy play, adult training, tricks, and just all around loving. Annie couldn't wait to get Jodee's hugs and treats. (Unlike Inara in the previous comment, our dog was very treat motivated.) Jodee walked us through the pros and cons of a second dog because Annie was bored and a bored dog is not good, especially when they are as smart as a poodle. We got the second dog and Jodee guided us through the ups and downs of two dogs. Now the second dog, Gracie, loves her as much as Annie. But it's not all about the dogs. She teaches owners to have positive interactions with our dogs and to see them as individuals. Some sessions were more about the owner than the dog. Her gentle way of getting her point across is delightful. I would very much tell anyone that needs that kind of guidance to go to Jodee.

PawZup (Better Endings New Beginnings)'s reply

Thanks Judy, Annie and Gracie are delightful and silly girls. So glad they have been a part of my life. And you and Chuck too!

Meg.Rich.2014@Gmail.Com R.

Nov 13, 2017

Jodee is an amazing and compassionate trainer!

PawZup (Better Endings New Beginnings)'s reply

Thanks Megan, I look forward to watching your training skills frow. You have a special talent to help others with their canines. Loved having you in the ABC externship program.

Richard M.

Nov 13, 2017

Working with Jodee has been a wonderful experience! I have learned so many different dog training styles and techniques from her classes. She is a very positive, patient and experienced trainer, the best part of working with her is that she is always having fun! Dogs absolutly love her because of her calm energy, no matter how hard or severe the problem is, she never gives up. I have been working with Jodee since 2015 and I have witnessed her success working with every type of situation from working with well balanced dogs to working with very anxious/aggressive dogs. I am very thankful I was able to apprentice under Jodee, if it wasn't for her I would not be the Trainer I am now. I highly recommend working with her!

PawZup (Better Endings New Beginnings)'s reply

Richard you will only continue to grow as a well-versed trainer. It is so essential for me to plant what I know into the trainers of your generation - you have a lifetime to make a difference in thousands of families and their canine members.

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I am happy to meet with you and your canine before we decide to do business and that is FREE. I believe training is a partnership between families and their fur kids. After our initial meeting private in home training rates apply. Group classes are scheduled throughout the year and you can join our mailing list.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I like to start with a free phone call and get to know you and your dog better. I will ask about what you love about your dog and what frustrates you. Then we will set up a time that works for both of us and I will travel to your home to work with your dog. In our conversation I will discover what motivates your dog as all the training I do is based on Positive Reinforcement. You will be surprised how much your fur friend can learn and change in just one lesson. After the first lesson, there will be no pressure to continue to on to a next lesson, but many times people love it so much and dogs have so much fun you will want to continue training.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Since 1978, I have trained and raised Standard Poodles (mine are not the foofy kind, more like German Shepherds in muppet gear). I joined Dog Scouts in 2005 and began researching Positive Reinforcement, graduated from Animal Behavior College in 2008, and worked as the mentor/senior trainer for Petco Brooklyn Park from 2009-2016 training their dog trainers. In March 2016 I stepped out on my own to be able to do in home training.

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