Pawstigious Pets
Service area: Serves Ridgewood, NY and surrounding areas in Queens and Brooklyn within the NYC metropolitan region.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Separation Anxiety
- Fearfulness
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Group Classes
- In-Home
Program Formats
- Sessions Package
- Ongoing Weekly
Types of Dogs
- Small
- Medium
- Large
- Giant
- Herding
- Sporting
- Working
- Hounds
- Terriers
- Doodles
- Brachycephalic
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
- Senior (8+ years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Positive Reinforcement Only
Equipment:
- ✓ Clickers
- ✓ Food Rewards
- ✓ Harnesses
Group classes focus on basic obedience, manners, and socialization with 3-4 dogs per class. Private 1:1 sessions are tailored to individual needs in a controlled environment. In-home training occurs in the client’s residence. All programs run for 6 weeks with weekly sessions. Fit Dog Club is a weekly 2.5-mile pack-style hike for socialization. Assessments and 1:1 sessions can be booked through their online portal.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Classes and sessions require full payment upon booking. In-home training requires a non-refundable deposit at booking, with the balance due on the first day of training. All training packages expire 90 days from purchase. No refunds are offered for canceled sessions.
Policies
Proof of vaccinations is required for all in-store training. Classes and sessions are non-refundable and expire 90 days after purchase. A non-refundable deposit is required for in-home training. Cancellations require 24 hours’ notice; failure to notify results in loss of the session. No aversive methods or tools are ever used.
Testimonials
“Jen is amazing! She is such because she truly loves each dog she works with, teaching them to live their best lives by guiding them to be the best version of themselves. Jen works with both the dogs & the pup parents, ensuring they all have the tools to thrive: teamwork! Jen is very patient, kind & knowledgeable; she forms a unique bond & rhythm with each individual dog-no cookie-cutter training. We are currently working with Jen with our third pit bull rescue and couldn’t be happier.”
– Client
“Jen is the best! Very personable and has made our training sessions easy to for us to follow and fun for our young dog. Jen clearly has a passion for dogs and for helping us humans interact well with them. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a positive trainer. She has helped us with some basic (but important) commands and is helping us manage reactivity on leash. We’re making great progress with her guidance. Our dog loves training with her!”
– Client
“My pup and I love Jen! If you are looking for a trainer who can help you AND your dog, look no further. She has helped my nervous pup learn to be more confident in new surroundings and give me the tools to best help her when she’s struggling!”
– Client
About the Trainer
Pawstigious Pets is a positive, force-free dog training business led by Jen Wilkinson, a multi-certified dog trainer with over 13 years of experience. They offer group classes, private 1:1 sessions, and in-home training focused on building good behavior through science-based, reward-based methods. Jen specializes in behavior modification for reactive dogs and provides socialization opportunities through their weekly Fit Dog Club hike. All training is tailored to the individual dog and owner, with an emphasis on patience, consistency, and strengthening the human-dog bond. Proof of vaccinations is required for all in-store services, and Jen is also certified in pet nutrition, first aid, and CPR to support holistic dog care.
They welcome all breeds and ages, from puppies to seniors, and prioritize a joyful, stress-free learning environment. Their Fit Dog Club offers a unique outdoor socialization program that combines exercise and training in a pack-style hike.
Jen is recognized by the American Kennel Club as both a trainer and evaluator, and her training philosophy centers on never using aversive tools or methods.
They also provide pet nutrition guidance and emphasize teamwork between dog and owner for long-term success.
Accomplishments
Jen Wilkinson is a CPDT-KA and VSADT-certified trainer, recognized by the American Kennel Club as both a trainer and evaluator. She is Pet Safety/First Aid & CPR certified through the American Red Cross and holds a pet nutrition certificate from Animal Behavior College. She maintains her certifications through ongoing education every three years.
How to Get Started!
Clients can book assessments or 1:1 sessions through the online booking portal. Group classes have scheduled start dates and run for 6 weeks. Proof of vaccinations must be provided before any in-store training begins.

Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Evening
- Afternoon
- Morning
Hours
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 10am-8pm
Thursday: 11am-8pm
Friday: 10am-8pm
Saturday: 11am-5pm
Sunday: Closed
Certifications
- CPDT-KA
- VSADT
Associations
- AKC
Languages
- English
Other Services Offered
- Dog park
Location
7-92 Onderdonk Ave #3, Ridgewood, NY 11385Listing Tools for Trainers
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