About Jenny:
Jenny Efimova (SHE/HER)
Jenny is a Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner (KPA CTP), Certified Control Unleashed Instructor, and a Fear Free Certified Training Professional.
Jenny is skilled in using evidence-based positive reinforcement training and behavior modification techniques that are humane, effective, and safe.
As a Fear Free training professional, Jenny is experienced in helping reduce fear, anxiety, and stress associated with veterinary visits, grooming, and handling by empowering and teaching dogs to cooperate in their own care.
Jenny holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and a Master’s of Public Administration from Northeastern University. She earned a certificate of excellence for completing Living and Learning with Animals, a comprehensive course focusing on the technology of applied behavior analysis. Jenny is committed to continuing her education by taking part in training and behavior courses, seminars, workshops, and online learning.
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my philosophy
I came to dog training after more than a decade working with survivors of domestic and sexual violence. I owe this life-changing adventure to my dog, Larkin, who taught me that animals, much like people, require compassion, dignity, and agency to live healthy and fulfilling lives.
By helping Larkin build confidence and resiliency, I witnessed firsthand the transformative effects of positive reinforcement-based teaching and the power of choice in the lives of animals. It was this experience that made it clear to me that how we teach our dogs matters as much as what we teach them.
I believe that teaching dogs should be informed by science, rooted in compassion, and centered on choice. In this spirit, I aim to create a learning environment that is safe, empowering, and accessible for every dog and person.
When we look beyond the outdated idea of “obedience” and instead focus on empowering our dogs with the skills to live successfully alongside us and increase their ability to have control and make choices, we help create happy and well-adjusted companions.
I can't wait to help you get you started on a path towards a more joyful and satisfying life with your dog
