Jessie Hawkes

Jessie's lifelong passion for animals blossomed as she cared for her family pets and observed her mother's work in the veterinary and pet sitting industry. In 2014, she began volunteering at the SFSPCA, where her special fondness for nurturing dogs and assisting with challenging cases quickly emerged.Through dedication and hard work, Jessie quickly advanced to the position of kennel master, learning under experienced trainers, and gaining invaluable expertise. Jessie's journey took a significant turn when she adopted Petunia, a pit mix with various behavioral issues. Determined to help her beloved companion, she delved deeper into the world of dog training and behavior. While working as an Adoption Counselor at the Peninsula Humane Society, Jessie obtained her Professional Dog Training certification from Animal Behavior College. She has now been Certified for 7 years. Embracing the ever-evolving nature of dog training, Jessie firmly believes in continuous learning, constantly refining her approach to better serve her clients and their furry friends. Jessie finds immense joy and fulfillment through guiding dog owners to the path of harmony with their pets, while honoring their canine nature. As a previously reactive dog owner herself, Jessie knows first hand the embarrassment and inconvenience that comes with having a dog with behavioral challenges. She is more than dedicated to helping dog owners end the struggle of dealing with unwanted behaviors. Outside of her professional endeavors, Jessie dedicates her free time to her competitive dog sport club. Currently, she is raising a Dutch Shepherd to compete in the Protection Sports Association, aiming for excellence in obedience and protection.In helping hundreds of dogs and their families live harmoniously together. She has established herself as a leader in assessing dog behavioral challenges. Being able to transform any dog into a well-behaved and balanced family member. As a Certified Professional dog trainer, Jessie helps dog parents add structure and balance to their dog's life so they can get out and do more together! By skillfully problem-solving any dog's behavior, all while remaining focused on each dog's happiness, Jessie helps her clients attain their goals to have the dog of their dreams.My style and philosophy are rooted in Relationship Based Dog Training. This is the key to long term success! My approach is holistically oriented. This means tailoring training to individual needs in order to foster the most success. With my experience and attention to detail, I am able to address the root cause of unwanted behaviors in order to maximize full benefits of behavior modification. My skill set is rooted in science with techniques that are motivationally based and at the forefront of modern day dog training. I have a unique style that blends my foundation of reinforcement strategies, dog psychology, and advanced communication skills. With these skills I am able to maximize the benefits of who your dog truly is capable of being. My goal is to create a harmonious relationship between human and dog. We must give dogs space where they can be who they are, while still being safe, functioning members of society.