Jackie is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA), a credential that reflects her successful completion of a comprehensive exam and over 300 hours of hands-on dog training experience. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science with a minor in Companion Animal Science from Rutgers University.  Jackie also serves as a mentor for CATCH Canine Trainers Academy, helping aspiring trainers gain real-world experience and reach their certification goals through structured guidance and support.

Her journey in dog training began during college, where she taught both group and private lessons at a local pet store and volunteered as a guide dog puppy raiser for a local guide dog school.  She went on to work as a trainer at the largest no-kill animal shelter in the U.S., specializing in hard-to-handle dogs and cats. Jackie later completed a three-year apprenticeship to become a Certified Guide Dog Mobility Instructor, training and placing service and guide dogs for individuals with visual impairments, veterans, and first responders in need of PTSD and mobility assistance dogs. Her expertise led her to become an Apprentice Program Manager, mentoring new trainers in the guide dog industry.

In addition, Jackie contracted with a private dog training company, where she worked extensively with owner-trained service dogs, taught group and private lessons both virtually and in-home, and managed a board and train program. Over the years, she has also had the privilege of training dogs for a number of celebrity clients, blending discretion with excellence to meet high-level expectations.

Jackie believes in maximizing the power of positive reinforcement to create lasting, trust-based results. She stays at the forefront of modern, reward-based training by regularly attending conferences and pursuing ongoing education, ensuring that her methods are both effective and enjoyable for dogs and their families.

Beyond traditional dog training, Jackie has a unique gift as a pet psychic and medium, offering a deeper, intuitive approach to understanding animals. If you're interested in learning more about this unique ability, or interested in scheduling an animal communication session for your pet, visit www.jackiethechannel.com