Meet Jessica Mashburn, a dog lover ever since she was a child. After realizing her skills one day, her passion got a new name—dog trainer. Running her local business, Okay Lady K9 Training, Mashburn’s quiet authority over even the most unruly pups has earned her a reputation in Fayetteville. Since 2017, she’s trained hundreds of dogs—from spoiled puppies to traumatized rescues. However, training involves not just the animals, but also the owners, and it is important to know how to continue the commitment after creating a new foundation with your K9.
Jessica specializes in working with dogs with bad house manners, those who struggle in public, and those with behavioral problems. Why does she do it? Mashburn has a drive to improve the quality of life for dogs and the people who love them. Her favorite thing is seeing the looks of joy and relief in the eyes of the owner when they realize life with their dog just got easier. This is something most dog parents dream of. The confident, healthy relationship you've always yearned for with your dog begins when it has a clear understanding of what their role is in the household. Obedience training is the first place to start and set a fine line. Once your pet understands commands and what their role is, the owner needs to learn them too and apply them with confidence. Jessica will ensure all owners are comfortable with these commands and how to gain that respect from their fur baby.
Another question that many owners wonder about the length of training, but dog training is not a one-time event. Every interaction you have with your dog is a training opportunity; never forget this. Both the dog and the owner have the possibility of success or failure. At Okay Lady, Jessica offers a variety of programs that you can decide what best fits your canine. The first choice is Doggy Day Training, combining daycare, structure, and manners to teach a foundation of commands. Most dogs will leave with a better attitude. Ages 6 months and up are welcome to day training. Another popular program is the three-week board, where Jessica will keep your pet and refresh their behavioral skills while away from their owners. One thing she enjoys doing is taking your pet to parks and public spaces, if approved by the owner, and socializing them without their owner. Puppies are also always welcome at Okay Lady. Mashburn explains that the best time to start discipline and structure is as soon as a puppy is welcomed into the home. A very important plus from this program is off-leash and crate-training. For dogs that might take a little longer or have some conduct issues, Jessica recommends Behavior Rehabilitation. This is a reset for the dog and can take as long as the pup might need to help improve its behavior. These are just a few of her most popular programs. For more information, visit okayladyk9training.com for pricing and customer stories. The local business’s website also includes at-home videos to watch and a contact form to sign up and meet Jessica.
Clients of Okay Lady K9 Training highly recommend Jessica and her phenomenal skills with their furry friends. One customer says, “We would highly recommend Jessica to anyone having an issue with their dog, or to help their dog adjust to being a well-behaved, loving companion." No matter the age, Jessica Mashburn can work her magic using patience, respect, and communication with humans. Sign up for training now to change both your life and your puppy's.
"It's not just play, it's building a relationship with your dog, where they are always looking up to you for the next move.”