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Force Free Training & Pet Care Services by Professionals Dedicated to the Health & Happiness of Your Pet. Akron, OH & Beyond
About Us
Positive Training, Rewarding Results
Jackie Pekar is a Karen Pryor Certified Training Partner (KPA CTP #69770); a Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer (CSAT) thru Malena DeMartini's Separation Anxiety Trainer Program,; a Force Free Certified Professional (FFCP); and a Certified Veterinary Assistant (CVA). She's passionate about providing an enjoyable training journey for both the owner and their dogs. She is passionate about modern dog training methods, and is a relationship based dog trainer.
Reliable & Trustworthy Caretakers
When you live a busy life, it is hard to consistently provide the attention and care that your pets can demand. With years of satisfied owners and loved pets, you can rely on us to care for your pets when you're away. Daily Dog Walks & Vacation Cat Care available. Personalized dog training can be added to daily walks, by a certified dog trainer.
Trust the Experts
Here at the SouthPaw Trainer, we are dedicated to ongoing education and providing stellar service. We use modern dog training techniques backed by science...resulting in amazing changes in you and your pet's relationship. Trust us to be your dog trainer: we're here to help, leading with compassion & empathy.
tried & true methodologies
Separation Anxiety (CSAT)
The Karen Pryor Academy (KPA CTP #69770)
The Karen Pryor Academy (KPA CTP #69770)
Does your dog panic when you leave? Do you come home to destruction or a stressed out pup? Jackie graduated as a Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer, mentored under the industry"s leading expert: Malena DeMartini. We help your pup learn that "alone time is A-OK!" Contact us today to get started... get ready for a peaceful pup at home and a worry-free outing for yourself!
The Karen Pryor Academy (KPA CTP #69770)
The Karen Pryor Academy (KPA CTP #69770)
The Karen Pryor Academy (KPA CTP #69770)
Jackie graduated with Distinction from The Karen Pryor Academy as a Certified Training Partner (KPA CTP). The KPA is a leading force in the positive reinforcement training community, and is recognized worldwide. This is a rewards-based training methodology, using food, praise, love, toys...or anything else your pup values! . It's training that's FUN & EFFECTIVE!
Fear & Force Free Training (FFCP)
The Karen Pryor Academy (KPA CTP #69770)
Fear & Force Free Training (FFCP)
Set your pup up for success without the stress of aversive methods. We will have your pup eager to learn, and you'll be happy with all of the positive results! All dogs can learn thru positive reinforcement (R+) training--so ditch those e-collars, pitch the prongs, and trash those choke collars! Happy Training = Happier Dogs + Results!
our promises
The LIMA Approach
Your Dog is Unique
The LIMA Approach
Least Intrusive, Minimally Aversive. We are committed to humane, ethical training based on modern methodologies.
Emphatic Coaching
Your Dog is Unique
The LIMA Approach
We want you and your pup to succeed! We understand how overwhelming life can be. Connect with us to discover how enjoyable dog training can be, and strengthen your bond with your dog.
Your Dog is Unique
Your Dog is Unique
Your Dog is Unique
No cookie-cutter approach to training. Your pup, your lifestyle...your training. Everything is customized to get optimal results for you and your pup!