Spicy Dogs

Helping your Spicy Dog find their calm

Evidence-based behavior modification for reactive, aggressive, and anxious dogs. Led by Jessica Jourdan, PhD, CPDT-KA.

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Science-driven. Dog-obsessed.

Jessica Jourdan is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer — Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA) specializing in behavior modification for dogs that others have given up on. She combines deep academic training with hands-on experience to help families and their dogs thrive together.

With a PhD in Business Management & Communication from The University of Texas at Austin and an MS in Quantitative Analysis from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Jessica brings a uniquely analytical approach to understanding and changing canine behavior.

CPDT-KA PhD — UT Austin MS — UW-Madison

What we work on

Every dog and family is different. Jessica creates customized plans tailored to your specific situation.

Behavior Modification

Structured programs to address unwanted behaviors through positive, science-based methods that create lasting change.

Reactivity

Help your dog learn to navigate the world with less stress — whether they react to other dogs, people, or environmental triggers.

Aggression

Compassionate, systematic approaches to managing and reducing aggressive responses, keeping both dogs and people safe.

Separation Anxiety

Gradual, proven protocols to help your dog feel safe and confident when you're away from home.

Client Video Portal

Current clients can access training videos, session recordings, and educational resources.

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Let's talk about your dog

Ready to get started? Reach out and tell me a little about what's going on.

Get in Touch

Whether you're at the beginning of your journey or have been working on behavior challenges for a while, I'd love to hear from you.

jessica@spicydogs.com
Austin, TX