New JERSEY Dog TRAINING Services
Are you based in or around Essex County, NJ and looking for help with leash walking, reactivity, or apartment barking? Want to improve your pup’s manners and responsiveness? Our dog training options allow you the flexibility to choose a program that works best for you. Certified BCWW dog trainers will curate a personalized training program specific to your pup's needs and your goals. Our training programs range from virtual to in-person sessions, group classes, or even working with your dog independently while you’re at work! We focus on Positive Reinforcement training methods to strengthen your bond with your pup while training them to practice appropriate behaviors in various social situations.
See our training program options below!
CONTACT: training@thebigcitywoofwalker.com
TRAINING OFFERINGS
private training sessions
Are you looking to work with a trainer one on one? We provide 1 hour in-person or virtual training sessions to help with your specific training needs.
*Price varies by trainer
Contact us at training@thebigcitywoofwalker.com to schedule a consultation!
TRAINING PACKAGES
Each of our trainers offers customizable training packages that can be tailored to your specific needs. From brand new puppies to rescue adoption prep, from basic manners to behavior modification, from fear related anxiety to aggression and bite risk cases, we have in-person, virtual, and day training options to meet your training goals and needs!
*Price varies by trainer
Contact us at training@thebigcitywoofwalker.com for information on the training packages available in your neighborhood!
VIRTUAL TRAINING WORKSHOPS [NEW!]
Stay Tuned for information on our Virtual Training Workshops offered by BCWW certified trainers!
Meet your NJ Trainer!
Maren Lavelle
Maren Lavelle is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer - Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA) and a Pat Miller Certified Trainer (PMCT 1). She’s studied with Pat Miller, a renowned Positive Reinforcement dog trainer, and graduated from Pat Miller's Level 1 (Canine Behavior and Training), Level 2 (Behavior Modification), and Level 3 (Aggression) academies.
As a Positive Reinforcement dog trainer, Maren uses science-based force-free ethical training methods, to ensure her clients’ dogs are always actively participating in and consenting to their training program. Maren encourages the behaviors you do want from your dog, rather than trying to suppress the behaviors you don't want. She focuses on building trust and confidence between you and your dog, ensuring you have a shared toolkit to enhance your communication and strengthen your bond together.
Based in Montclair, NJ, Maren offers training services in Essex County, New Jersey and the surrounding area.
Frequented areas include Montclair, Bloomfield, Glen Ridge, West Orange, Maplewood, Verona, Essex Fells.
TRAINING OFFERINGS:
Private Sessions
Basic Training (4-Pack)
Advanced Training / Reactivity (6-Pack)
What People Are Saying
“BCWW is the best and most professional pet service! They have so many amazing services and at great prices! My dog took the reactivity training program and with the help of her trainer, Maren, she is doing so much better. Highly recommend to anyone looking for training, walks or pet sitting.”
— REGINA I. from GOOGLE
“My dog Leroy has shown huge strides in his reactivity towards other dogs from working with Maren and the team at Big City Woof! In addition to their one on one sessions, Maren has met with us multiple times during the process to make sure the plan fit our needs/expectations and help train us to be a better companion on our walks with Leroy.
We've also had a great experience with using Big City Woof's Regular walking service in lieu of Daycare. The walks provide great socialization and exercise for Leroy and are a great alternative to him going to daycare. The team provides clear updates each time as well as some fun pictures from their walks to look at while I'm at the office!
Highly recommend this amazing company!”
— JAY M. from GOOGLE
“BCWW is the absolute best. They worked with me to find the right walker for my reactive pup (did two different meet and greets), and my pup now LOVES her walker, Kyra. Kyra is always professional, sends detailed reports and pictures of the walks, and is so responsive and communicative. We are also working with Maren on her Leash Training & Reactivity training program which has been amazing as well. She's extremely knowledgeable, sends comprehensive training summaries and follow-ups, as well as lots of pictures and videos. BCWW and the team there are the absolute best - I love them and I know my pup loves them as well!”