About

From 1999 to 2007 I owned a gift shop in Cambridge, MA. I would bring my faithful yellow lab, Jasmine, to work with me almost daily. Jasmine made lots of friends in the community who came in just to see her! My first inclination to begin a career with animals was towards the end of my career as a retail gift shop owner. 

The business itself taught me quite a bit about boutique-style service, client relationship building, and how to serve. When I ended my run there I noticed my passion had been shifting towards the desire to work in some capacity, with dogs.

I started “For the Love of Dogs” and shortly after that I was referred to the late, great Robert B. Parker from the "Spenser: For Hire" franchise who lived in Cambridge with his wife, Joan Parker, and his German Shorthaired Pointer, “Pearl, the Wonder Dog.“ I began working for the Parkers exclusively as their full-time dog ”nanny guru.” 

With less business building in mind I was able to study and take courses in dog training, shadow other trainers, and eventually become certified. During that time I also fostered a New York, Central Park stray named Howard, who came with a host of issues including nipping everyone potential adopter who came to meet him. I read everything I could on dog behavior and have been passionate about it ever since.

My passion for dog training and animal behavior continues to grow. I am a member of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants and am a Certified Professional Dog Trainer specializing in reactivity and fear-based behaviors. The methods I use include positive motivation, clicker training, and evidence-based training. I enjoy teaching through play.

I have a deep courtesy and respect for each animal as an individual. I also love having something in common with every new client which is how we can support your dog to be less stressed and more at play in the world. 

Janet lives in Watertown, MA with her beloved Mini Bull Terrier, Emma.