Weehawken, NJ
Jennifer Herrera is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer with Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA). She completed an intensive on-campus Master’s program at St. Hubert’s Welfare Center, a part of CATCH Dog Trainers Academy. She is a qualified Puppy Start Right instructor from Karen Pryor Academy. Her shelter dog experience includes St. Hubert's Animal Welfare Center and at Liberty Humane Society. Jennifer has worked with shelter dogs to help better equip them for their new human family, as trainer and behavior assessment evaluator. She has worked as an evaluator with The Good Dog Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to training and certifying dogs for animal assisted therapy. Jennifer is a Certified Dog Walker from Dog *Tec, and she is a CATCH mentor trainer.
Prior to establishing Hudson Barks in 2015, Jennifer had a career in the mental health care profession. During this time, she provided direct patient care and management of facilities. She has obtained a Maters in Health Administration and a Masters and licensed in Clinical Art Therapy. After 25 years of helping humans, Jennifer decided to use her education and hands-on experience to focus on training and improving dog-human companionships.
Training Philosophy
Jennifer Herrera and her team at Hudson Barks promote a solid and positive relationship between dogs and their human family members and friends. They focus on the client's priorities and approach both the client and their dog with respect. They are passionate about what they do!
Services
Hudson Barks offers a variety of services, including:
- Puppy Training:
- Puppy Start Right group classes
- Puppy Pre-K group classes
- Puppy Socializations group classes
- Puppy Day School
- Private puppy training services in your home or in their school
- AKC puppy STAR stand-alone group classes or added to other group classes
- Group Classes:
- Puppy Start Right
- Puppy Pre-K
- Puppy Socialization
- Pre-Teen Dog Obedience class
- Adult Dog Obedience
- Private Training:
- Private puppy training sessions
- Adult Private Dog Training
- Dog Walking and Pet Sitting
- Virtual Private Training
Certifications
Jennifer Herrera is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer with Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA), a Certified Dog Walker (CDW), and a qualified Puppy Start Right instructor from Karen Pryor Academy.
Specializations
Jennifer Herrera and her team specialize in puppy training, group classes, and private training. They also offer dog walking and pet sitting services.
Training Methods
Hudson Barks uses positive reinforcement training methods. They believe in building a strong bond between dogs and their humans through training.
Customer Reviews
“We just took home our new Moltipoo puppy last week and so grateful to Jen & Ashly! They came over and went through all of his puppy training needs with us. We received so many great tips and educated my husband and I on the best way to handle potty training, biting, separation anxiety, and crate training. They are professional and refreshing to work with! Thank you for all of your help!”
— Kristy L. Hoboken, NJ
“Jennifer is the greatest trainer I ever seen. Highly recommend the puppy training program even if your puppy has no specific problem.”
— Phoebe Lu, Jersey City, NJ
We've got the answers for your questions
Seriously, if you have any questions about training your dog, we have the answers.
We have created a directory of licensed dog trainers specializing in positive reinforcement methods. These trainers are not affiliated with Dogo, and all information is gathered from publicly available sources. Each profile provides a brief overview of the trainer's experience and expertise.
Start by evaluating your dog's needs and identifying your training objectives. Each trainer's profile provides insights into their areas of expertise. Match these with your dog's character and your goals to find the ideal fit.
All trainers listed here are certified professionals with extensive knowledge of positive reinforcement techniques.
Positive reinforcement centers on rewarding preferred behaviors, ensuring a pleasant learning journey for your dog. This humane approach is scientifically proven to be the most effective long-term training method, strengthening the bond between you and your pet. By consistently rewarding good behavior, your dog learns to associate actions with positive outcomes, leading to lasting improvements and a happier companion.
Yes, they are. Our trainers are adept in basic obedience or intricate behavioral challenges. Browse their profiles to identify a trainer who specializes in the particular issues you wish to address.
Simply click on the preferred trainer's profile to access their contact details. From there, you can get in touch to discuss your requirements and set up training appointments.
Group sessions offer a communal setting where your dog learns general obedience alongside other dogs. In contrast, private sessions grant focused attention, making them perfect for targeted behavior modifications or individualized training agendas.
All our trainers are committed to positive reinforcement techniques and steer clear of any harsh or punitive methods. Their primary goal is to make training a joyous journey for you and your dog.
Results depend on factors like your dog's nature, the specific behaviors in question, and your training consistency. While many clients observe improvements in just a few sessions, it's crucial to be patient and persistent.
Reach out to the trainer you're interested in to discuss possibly attending a session. It's a great way to get a feel for their approach and see if it aligns with your expectations.
