Training & Behavioral Resources

Positive reinforcement training helps to keep everyone happy and safe.
Professional training can help make the transition to a new home go much more smoothly.

~ Our Local Dog Training Partners ~

Janice Z Dog Training

Janice specializes in dogs with fearful, reactive, and aggressive behaviors, dogs and children, and dogs with separation anxiety.

Find out more at Janice Z Dog Training

Incredible Canines

Cynthia Wilmot is a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant who specializes in reactivity and aggression. She also provides service dog training and is certified by Atlas Assistance Dogs.

Find our more at Incredible Canines

Happy Hounds

At Happy Hounds, we utilize individualized positive reinforcement and enrichment training plans to reach your goals. We have a strong background in working with rescue dogs and are passionate about helping shelter dogs be successful in their homes.

Find out more at Happy Hounds

Luv 4 K9s Dog Training

Oriana Barros utilizes positive reinforcement-based methods, management strategies and enrichment tools to help your canine relationship go from frustrating to fun!

Find out more at Luv 4 K9s Dog Training


Cat Resources

Many people don’t realize you can train cats.

Call 802-254-2232 for advice on cat behavior from Keri Roberts, Director of Operations.

Sometimes cat behavioral issues are based in a health problem. Because of this we recommend scheduling a visit with our veterinarian for a health exam and diagnostic tests.

Check out some tips for training your cat from Jaxson Galaxy.

Dog Resources

Animal Communicator

Email us at info@windhamcountyhumane.org with suggestions for additional resources on this page.

Good Pup

We partner with GoodPup, the nation's leading dog training service over live 1-on-1 video chat. GoodPup provides private training with certified trainers who teach cues and advanced behavior on topics like crate training, barking, begging and jumping.

Every WCHS clinic client or adopter is eligible for 1 FREE week of training + 20% Off for Life. GoodPup will also make a generous donation for every WCHS client who signs up after the first free week.