Established in 2015

Jennifer is a great teacher, sharing insights on how I can improve my
​interaction with my pups. I'm constantly amazed at what these fur kids are capable of and their ability to achieve new skills is only impacted by the time and effort I'm putting into it and I'm very appreciative of the gentle guidance Jennifer provides.
​~Tina, Riley & Owen 
Beginning in 2005, Jennifer mentored under a well recognized local dog trainer for nine months. She then went on to complete a dog trainer instructor apprenticeship program with a positive-reinforcement-based dog training facility in Tacoma where she passed a written and practical exam. Jennifer also managed a premier dog training facility in Sumner, Washington 2012-2015 before opening Hounds Around Town in October of 2015.

Jennifer constantly strives to refine and improve her training methods and behavior knowledge by attending seminars and workshops, working with recognized trainers, and reading respected literature. Important topics such as: 
  • How health affects canine behavior and behavior concerns
  • Ethical behavior modification protocols 
  • Canine cognition 
  • Animal Learning Science & Current Application
  • Canine Ethology​
Jennifer is a Full Member Dog Trainer of the Pet Professional Guild (PPG) whose application was accepted through peer review; a Supporting Member of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC); a professional member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT).

Jen currently resides in Lake Tapps, Washington with her husband Ken. Sadly, their amazing Marvel Man. AKA: Black Cat n Sherluck's Johnny Jump Up, Canine Good Citizen (CGC), Trick Dog Advanced (TDA), passed away in January 2025 at 11&1/2 years old.
I have loved coming in to dog training ... to work on Lyla’s behavior skills. I have become much more confident while taking her out and about and I can feel how much she trusts me as she looks to me to guide her. Thank you!
​~Jeanette & Lyla
"A good relationship means you understand each other. A relationship is not built around a leash. Working together should be obvious through the interactions you have with your dog. Positive training methods are effective and create a great bond."
LIMA Compliant Dog Trainer
"Jennifer is always amazing. She is patient with my lack of memorizing every step in my pups training process and always gently reminds me how to do something so Ella is training correctly. Thank you." ~Kassie 

Washington State Licensed and Insured