Lisa Waggoner
is a well-known dog trainer who, along with her husband Brad, founded
Cold Nose College
. They are dedicated to helping dogs and their people form a strong bond and enjoy their lives together.
Lisa is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer—Knowledge Assessed, a Certified Trainer of the Pat Miller Dog Training and Behavior Academy, a Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer, and a faculty member of the prestigious Victoria Stilwell Dog Training and Behavior Academy. She has also written for the Whole Dog Journal, BARKS from the Guild, The Chronicle of the Dog, and other publications.
Training Philosophy
Lisa and Brad Waggoner are known for their clear, compassionate, and engaging communication skills. They use positive reinforcement in building strong relationships with both their four-legged and two-legged clients. Their approach is described as “Where cold noses meet warm hearts.”
Services
Cold Nose College offers a variety of services for both professional dog trainers and dog owners.
They offer:
- Coaching and mentoring for professional trainers
- Self-paced, on-demand courses
- Virtual training
They also offer a Rocket RecallTM method, which has been widely adopted by dog owners and professional trainers alike.
Certifications
Lisa Waggoner is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer—Knowledge Assessed, a Certified Trainer of the Pat Miller Dog Training and Behavior Academy, a Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer, and a faculty member of the prestigious Victoria Stilwell Dog Training and Behavior Academy.
Specializations
Lisa Waggoner specializes in separation anxiety training and has co-instructed the program with founder Malena DeMartini in its early years. She is also a passionate advocate for humane, science-based, force-free dog training.
Training Methods
Lisa Waggoner uses positive reinforcement methods in her training. She is a proponent of the Rocket RecallTM method, which is a popular recall training method.
Media Appearances
Lisa and Brad Waggoner make frequent television appearances on WRCB-TV’s 3 Plus You Show in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
