About Jennifer Schneider, MSp
Jennifer is a long-time Washington resident and professional dog trainer and behavior specialist with over 25 years of experience. Her focus is helping clients build the skills and confidence needed to raise well-mannered family dogs that thrive in both home and community environments. Her specialties include fear, reactivity, aggression, and other complex behavior concerns.
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Bachelor's Degree in Psychology/Animal Behavior from the University of Washington
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Master's Degree in Animal Science and Behavior from Unity College
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Nationally certified as a professional dog trainer
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Approved AKC evaluator
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Certified mentor trainer through Animal Behavior College
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Expert columnist through wikiHow
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Expert witness in behavior cases
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Pursues continuing education by experts in the field
Over the years, Jennifer has worked with a wide variety of dogs and breeds and has developed a particular fondness for English Shepherds and West Highland White Terriers. Her professional background also includes experience in veterinary settings, animal adoption services, and feline behavior modification, giving her a broad and practical understanding of animal behavior across species.
Like many trainers, Jennifer’s journey began in childhood and evolved into a lifelong career. She shares her home with a lively mix of dogs, cats, and small animals, each of whom continues to inform and inspire her work as both a trainer and behavior specialist.