Respectful Communications Animal Training LLC - Jasper, GA
“As someone who has studied animal behavior and experienced working in pet rescue for over 18 years, I’ve watched too many heartbroken families surrender pets they love simply because they couldn’t communicate with them and behavior issues felt impossible to solve. I have also witnessed how frightened and confused pets can act out in shelters, making it difficult for them to find new homes.
I am on a mission to break the cycle in which families and shelters feel overwhelmed in the face of challenging pet behavior. By empowering humans to truly understand and change their dog’s actions through fun and engaging one-on-one dog training and pattern games, I help restore trust, happiness, and harmony—so every family can remain whole.” ~ Linda Ross
Get REAL Results with REAL Training
Meet Your Trainer
Linda Ross, B.A. – Psychology, DN-DTC, FDM, FFCP-Elite, LSHC-S
With an education in human and animal learning theory, over 20 years of experience working with client pets, and 10 years of training animals, Linda has addressed various complex dog behaviors in family and shelter dogs across North Georgia. From eliminating excessive barking, lunging, and biting, to educating families about proper puppy socialization and care, Linda has a supportive following from those families who believe in modern science-based no-force pet care and training.
Linda’s proven skills and education-based dog training go beyond stopping unwanted behaviors in the moment. Her "No Shock-No Prong-No Choke" approach fosters lasting emotional regulation in your dog, benefiting both home and public environments. With Linda’s education, skills, and experience you can welcome guests with confidence, enjoy peaceful walks, and feel assured that your dog will remain composed and well-mannered in any situation.
Bonded and insured with a yearly background check.
- Licensed
- Certified
- Bonded
- Insured
Pricing Packages
At your initial consultation, your dedicated trainer will observe your dog right in their home environment and carefully review your pre-session questionnaire. This in-depth approach provides us with the insight to offer a thorough professional assessment and offer practical, actionable tips that you can start using immediately.
Recognizing that every dog and its family has their own unique story, challenges, and aspirations, we’ll present you with a choice of programs to meet your training goals that are flexible and fully customized to fit your specific needs and lifestyle. Would you like to be hands-on during training, or would you prefer to let our skilled trainers take the lead? The choice is yours, and we’ll support you every step of the way. The more we tailor our time with your dog, the faster you’ll notice meaningful improvements—resulting in a calmer, more confident, and joyful companion.
How do you serve precious pets?
- Dog Trainer
- Animal Behaviorist
- Puppy Trainer
- Dog Behaviorist
- Dog Obedience Training
What training tools do you use?
- Back-clip Harness
- Barriers
- Clicker
- Front-clip Harness
- Leash
- Long Line
- Muzzle
- Toys
- Treats
Which training type do you employ to encourage paw-sitive behaviors?
- Dog Obedience Training
- Pet Behavior Modification
What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?
- Dogs
What licensing do you have?
- Business License
On a scale of snail to elephant, what size animals do you work with?
- 20-39 lbs
- 40-79 lbs
- under 20 lbs
Pet Certifications
- American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen Approved Evaluator (AKC CGC)
- American Kennel Club Temperament Test (ATT) Certified
- Certified Family Dog Mediator® (FDM)
- Fear Free Certified Professional
- Low-Stress Handling® Certified – Silver (LSHC-S)
- Pet Tech Pet CPR & First Aid Certificate
Proud member of...
- Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT)
- International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC)
- Pet Professional Guild (PPG)
Do you offer mobile services?
- Yes
Education
Certified Family Dog Mediation® Professional, Trauma Informed Pet Practitioner, and Fear Free® Animal Trainer
Which part of the country do you serve pets?
Jasper, Nelson, Tate, Talking Rock, Ellijay, Waleska, Canton, Holly Springs, Woodstock, (Pickens, Gilmer, and Cherokee Counties in Georgia)
What year did you begin serving pets?
2005
How did you hone your craft?
Lots of experience volunteering time to offer enrichment in local animals shelters, working with newly adopted puppies and rescue dogs, and continuing my education each year to keep up with the changing science of animal behavior.
What tip would you give pet parents for working with animals that you've learned as a pro?
Consent tests - Give the animal space to decide if they are comfortable interacting with you. Don't reach out for them let them come to you to interact with them. Head turning away, lip licking, sniffing the ground, all things that turn their focus away from you means "please don't enter my safety bubble."
What is one thing you want pet parents to know about you? It can be whatev-fur you'd like!
Continuing education is very important to me. I want to know the most up to date information in learning theory and practices from the most reliable sources in the industry. There are new studies in behavior and animal health out every year and I don't want to rely on old data.
SERVICE AREA: Within 75 miles, including Jasper, Nelson, Tate, Talking Rock, Ellijay, Waleska, Canton, Holly Springs, Woodstock, (Pickens, Gilmer, and Cherokee Counties in Georgia)
Distinction
Customer Reviews
Thank you, Linda, for taking such good care of our Bostons - Boomer and Tucker. This was our first time away from our boys. You exceeded our expectations! We appreciate all of your updates and pictures. Most of all, we were able to relax knowing our boys were in excellent hands.
- Judy LLinda met and exceeded our expectations in every manor. I highly recommend her. Thank you Linda.
- Kenneth THow do you serve precious pets?
- Dog Trainer
- Animal Behaviorist
- Puppy Trainer
- Dog Behaviorist
- Dog Obedience Training
What training tools do you use?
- Back-clip Harness
- Barriers
- Clicker
- Front-clip Harness
- Leash
- Long Line
- Muzzle
- Toys
- Treats
Which training type do you employ to encourage paw-sitive behaviors?
- Dog Obedience Training
- Pet Behavior Modification
What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?
- Dogs
What licensing do you have?
- Business License
On a scale of snail to elephant, what size animals do you work with?
- 20-39 lbs
- 40-79 lbs
- under 20 lbs
Pet Certifications
- American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen Approved Evaluator (AKC CGC)
- American Kennel Club Temperament Test (ATT) Certified
- Certified Family Dog Mediator® (FDM)
- Fear Free Certified Professional
- Low-Stress Handling® Certified – Silver (LSHC-S)
- Pet Tech Pet CPR & First Aid Certificate
Proud member of...
- Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT)
- International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC)
- Pet Professional Guild (PPG)
Do you offer mobile services?
- Yes
Education
Certified Family Dog Mediation® Professional, Trauma Informed Pet Practitioner, and Fear Free® Animal Trainer
Which part of the country do you serve pets?
Jasper, Nelson, Tate, Talking Rock, Ellijay, Waleska, Canton, Holly Springs, Woodstock, (Pickens, Gilmer, and Cherokee Counties in Georgia)
What year did you begin serving pets?
2005
How did you hone your craft?
Lots of experience volunteering time to offer enrichment in local animals shelters, working with newly adopted puppies and rescue dogs, and continuing my education each year to keep up with the changing science of animal behavior.
What tip would you give pet parents for working with animals that you've learned as a pro?
Consent tests - Give the animal space to decide if they are comfortable interacting with you. Don't reach out for them let them come to you to interact with them. Head turning away, lip licking, sniffing the ground, all things that turn their focus away from you means "please don't enter my safety bubble."
What is one thing you want pet parents to know about you? It can be whatev-fur you'd like!
Continuing education is very important to me. I want to know the most up to date information in learning theory and practices from the most reliable sources in the industry. There are new studies in behavior and animal health out every year and I don't want to rely on old data.
Customer Reviews
Thank you, Linda, for taking such good care of our Bostons - Boomer and Tucker. This was our first time away from our boys. You exceeded our expectations! We appreciate all of your updates and pictures. Most of all, we were able to relax knowing our boys were in excellent hands.
- Judy LLinda met and exceeded our expectations in every manor. I highly recommend her. Thank you Linda.
- Kenneth TWork with Linda Ross, who offers expert dog training services based in Jasper, GA (Pickens County).
Linda is a certified professional dog trainer in Jasper, renowned for helping dogs of all ages become confident, well-mannered, and responsive. From puppies learning basic obedience to adults with behavioral challenges, Linda Ross provides personalized, results-driven training sessions designed specifically for your dog’s temperament and needs.
With years of hands-on experience, Linda uses proven, positive-reinforcement methods to make training effective, enjoyable, and stress-free for both dogs and owners.
Dog Owners in Pickens County, Cumming, Canton, Alpharetta, Roswell, Marietta, Woodstock, Smyrna, Kennesaw, Sandy Springs, Atlanta and beyond, trust Linda Ross to deliver real, lasting results. Start today and experience a happier, more harmonious life with your well-trained dog.
Book Linda now, and see the transformation happen!
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