The Joyful Dog Co.

Certified★★★★★★★★★★ 5.0 25 reviews

Denver, Colorado

Positive reinforcementBasic Obedience & MannersLeash Skills & WalkingPuppy Training & Socialization

Denver, Colorado

Overview

FormatOnline

Training methodPositive reinforcement

Led byGina

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About The Joyful Dog Co.

What they offer

The Joyful Dog Co. provides one-on-one positive reinforcement training in the greater Denver area and virtually. It works on puppy training, basic manners, reactivity, leash skills, aggression and more, and lists a central and west Denver service area including Evergreen, Morrison, Golden, Wheat Ridge, Highlands Ranch, Littleton, Arvada and Lakewood.

How they train

Its FAQ describes coaching owners on the why behind a dog's behavior, behavior modification plans rooted in the science of how dogs learn, and humane, compassionate training. It says using pain, fear or force in training is never necessary or ethical.

About the trainer

The trainer, Gina, is listed as CDBC, CPDT-KA and Fear Free Certified. New clients start with a free consultation.

What they can help with

One-on-one positive reinforcement training

One-on-one sessions tailored to your dog's specific goals.

Puppy training ↗

Early socialization, house-training and first manners for young dogs.

Basic manners ↗

Sit, stay, recall and reliable commands, from beginner to advanced.

Reactivity ↗

Help for dogs that bite, lunge or react out of fear or aggression.

Aggression ↗

Help for dogs that bite, lunge or react out of fear or aggression.

Virtual training

Shelter and rescue support

Leash skills ↗

Calming a dog that barks or lunges at other dogs or people while on leash.

Certifications & verification

GetDogSchool checks each credential against the official public registry. We mark Certified only what we could independently confirm. How we verify →

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CDBC

Listed by the trainer — not independently verified.

CPDT-KA

Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CCPDT): the leading independent certification, 300+ logged hours plus a proctored exam. Confirmed in the CCPDT public registry.

Certified · CCPDT view entry ↗

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Fear Free Certified

Listed by the trainer — not independently verified.

IAABC

International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants, a behavior-focused credential. Confirmed in the IAABC public registry.

Certified · IAABC view entry ↗

Reviews

★★★★★★★★★★ 5.0 25 reviews · Google

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The Joyful Dog Co. — 5.0★ (25 reviews), Denver Dog Trainer