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Hello, I’m Janet, a certified puppy and dog trainer specializing in behavior modification. With 8 years in business as an independent trainer, my goal is to teach you how to confidently train your own dog. I use positive, reward-based methods including clicker training, praise, and treats to build good habits and strengthen the bond with your pup. As an ABC graduate in behavior modification, I focus on clear communication, patience, and consistency. Please note: I do offer emotional support or service dog training at this time. If you’re ready to work together to help your dog learn better manners and feel more secure, I’d be happy to talk with you.

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Hired 72 times

Serves Quincy, MA

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8 years in business

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Evaluate needs

Address nuisance behaviors

Address fears or anxieties

Teach basic commands

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At customers' home

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Customers rated this pro highly for responsiveness, professionalism, and work quality.

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Flavia C.

Jul 14, 2025

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Details: 6 - 12 months old • Small (16 - 25 lbs) • Private lessons • Therapy or service dog training • Leash pulling • Crate training • My home, venue, etc.

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Alex m.

Jan 30, 2023

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Details: 0 - 6 months old • Small (16 - 25 lbs) • Private lessons • Puppy training • Leash pulling • Barking • Biting • Chewing • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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Ashley P.

Dec 6, 2022

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Janet was great! She has a natural touch with puppies and was able to connect with my pup, Louie, very quickly. She showed me some basic training techniques and, after one visit, I'm already seeing huge advances in Louie's behavior.

Details: 0 - 6 months old • Small (16 - 25 lbs) • Private lessons • Puppy training • Biting • Leash pulling • My home, venue, etc.

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Stacie M.

May 12, 2022

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So Thankful we found Janet! After ONE sessions with her, my 4 month old Black Lab responded so well to her training! I was shocked at how quickly she was able to get my puppy to catch on to her commands. We will be hiring Janet again to help our 9 year old daughter gain confidence with our puppy. Definitely worth every penny spent! Thank you so much, Janet! We look forward to working with you again!

Details: 0 - 6 months old • Large (41 - 70 lbs) • Private lessons • Puppy training • Biting • Digging • My home, venue, etc.

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Micayla C.

May 5, 2022

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I am so lucky to have found Janet! I was starting to feel defeated because I was not able to find anyone that was willing to come to my home to train. But Janet came and she jumped right in to the training! Immediately when my puppy started jumping on her she turned her back and told me to ignore his behavior because it will then decrease. We worked on commands and how to praise him and make my puppy feel confident. I can’t wait to have her back so she can help me teach him how to walk properly on a leash! Thank you so much Janet.

Details: 0 - 6 months old • Small (16 - 25 lbs) • Private lessons • Puppy training • House training • Biting • My home, venue, etc.

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Thank you so much!!!

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Janet Murdock Shea

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I set my price based on time, travel expenses, my experience and my success!!
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Teacher to my clients!! Human clients, so they can train the pups! This opens up a whole new relationship between the owner and the dog!
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
3 years of school and 5 or so training years!

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