Jenny Ruth Yasi, CPDT-KA, CDTI, CCUI, is a Fear Free Certified Professional Trainer, Certified Control Unleashed Instructor, and CGC evaluator. She graduated from Vermont College in 1998 with a self-designed major in Behavior Science and Character Development.
In 2001, she established Whole Dog Camp on Peaks Island, Maine, and later relocated the business to Freeport, Maine in 2017. Jenny primarily uses head halters, crates, long lines, leashes, basket muzzles, agility equipment, toys, and mats for training. Her training philosophy emphasizes the importance of having fun while working with dogs.
Whole Dog Camp, located at Bliss Woods Farm, 136 S. Freeport Rd. in Freeport, Maine, offers services such as stay and train, day training, group and private lessons, as well as flex-time memberships for drop-in training. Jenny provides instruction in English and French. Her background includes diverse teaching experiences, including organic gardening and elementary school French.
Jenny’s passion for animal training began on a farm, where she developed a love for training various animals. Her formal studies in behavior science and animal training started in 1996 through a self-designed program at Vermont College. She has received training from notable figures in the field, such as Buddhist monk Thich Nhat Hanh, clicker trainers Leslie Whitney, Carolyn Scott, Attilla Szukalek, Mary Ray, Diane Kowalski, Terry Ryan, Ian Dunbar, Jen Pinder, and Susan Garrett.
Jenny is currently working towards becoming a certified Control Unleashed instructor. Jenny’s dogs have achieved titles in freestyle, rally, and obedience. She particularly enjoys practical dog work, including tracking, service retrieves, and skijoring. Jenny and her dogs have been active members of Therapy Dog International and participate in a humane education program.
In addition to offering training services, Jenny travels to deliver talks and workshops on various topics related to dog training, including addressing behavioral challenges, building stronger environmental cues, dog handling safety, and enhancing the bond between dogs and their owners.
