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Humane Training for a Stronger Bond with Your Dog

Learn the why behind your dog’s behaviors, then learn how to change them — for good. Together, we can shape the dog of your dreams using humane, science-backed, and non-aversive methods.

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or call or email at:

317-762-8660

thedoganalyst@gmail.com

1:1 Coaching

in the Northern Indianapolis area. Virtual training available.

800+ Hours

Spent working with people and their pets to improve behaviors.

100% Custom

Personalized plans designed for you and your dog.

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Zero judgment — all are welcome, no matter your experience level or training history.

SERVICES

Dog Training for You and Your Dog

When you work with me, you’ll benefit from a rare combination of expertise: I’m a Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner with a master’s degree in Animal Behavior and Welfare from Purdue University. Combined with nearly 15 years of working with animals in many different capacities, I’ve perfected my relationship-centered approach for training dogs of all backgrounds.

Here are some of the behaviors I can help you with.

Basic obedience

Basic obedience

Basic obedience

Leash Walking

Leash Walking

Leash Walking

Stranger Danger

Stranger Danger

Stranger Danger

Reactivity

Reactivity

Reactivity

Puppy Socialization

Puppy Socialization

Puppy Socialization

Excessive Barking

Excessive Barking

Excessive Barking

Noise Phobia

Noise Phobia

Noise Phobia

Problems with Guests

Problems with Guests

Problems with Guests

Household Inter-Dog Aggression

Household Inter-Dog Aggression

Household Inter-Dog Aggression

Owner-Directed Aggression

Owner-Directed Aggression

Owner-Directed Aggression

Areas I Serve

I work with dog owners in the Northern Indianapolis area, including Carmel, Westfield, Zionsville, Whitestown, Geist, Lawrence and more. I’m available for virtual training on a case-by-case basis.

Don’t see your dog’s specific challenge here? Let’s talk.

Don’t see your dog’s specific challenge here? Let’s talk.

Don’t see your dog’s specific challenge here? Let’s talk.

Schedule Free Call

Schedule Free Call

Schedule Free Call

HEAR FROM A CLIENT

“Before working with JoAnna, my dog was incredibly anxious with the presence of people and reactive with other dogs.

“Before working with JoAnna, my dog was incredibly anxious with the presence of people and reactive with other dogs.

I had tried various methods to try to calm him down, but nothing seemed to work. From the very first session with JoAnna, I could tell that she had a deep understanding of dogs and their behavior. Through her patient and effective training methods, my dog has become a different animal. Most remarkable, he is able to coexist with people and things that are out around him on walks. JoAnna teaches you ways to feel more confident and comfortable so that your dog has the support and guidance it needs. My dog seems much more at ease now and is much more willing to explore his surroundings without fear or anxiety. I can’t thank you enough for the amazing work you’ve done with my dog and myself. I would highly recommend JoAnna to anyone looking for a skilled and compassionate dog trainer.”

Tamra and Jax
West Lafayette, Indiana

I had tried various methods to try to calm him down, but nothing seemed to work. From the very first session with JoAnna, I could tell that she had a deep understanding of dogs and their behavior. Through her patient and effective training methods, my dog has become a different animal. Most remarkable, he is able to coexist with people and things that are out around him on walks. JoAnna teaches you ways to feel more confident and comfortable so that your dog has the support and guidance it needs. My dog seems much more at ease now and is much more willing to explore his surroundings without fear or anxiety. I can’t thank you enough for the amazing work you’ve done with my dog and myself. I would highly recommend JoAnna to anyone looking for a skilled and compassionate dog trainer.”

Tamra and Jax
West Lafayette, Indiana

I had tried various methods to try to calm him down, but nothing seemed to work. From the very first session with JoAnna, I could tell that she had a deep understanding of dogs and their behavior. Through her patient and effective training methods, my dog has become a different animal. Most remarkable, he is able to coexist with people and things that are out around him on walks. JoAnna teaches you ways to feel more confident and comfortable so that your dog has the support and guidance it needs. My dog seems much more at ease now and is much more willing to explore his surroundings without fear or anxiety. I can’t thank you enough for the amazing work you’ve done with my dog and myself. I would highly recommend JoAnna to anyone looking for a skilled and compassionate dog trainer.”

Tamra and Jax
West Lafayette, Indiana

PROCESS

Change the Emotion. Change the Behavior.

When you understand the “why” behind a behavior, you’ll be a better dog guardian and trainer. These relationship-centered insights will help you get to the root cause of an unwanted behavior, so that we can eradicate the negative feeling, adapt to your dog’s needs, and introduce an alternative behavior. I use rewards to associate good behaviors with good feelings to help strengthen the human-animal bond and build iron-clad trust.

From the very first intake call, I’ll begin charting a customized plan of action that will empower you to take your dog’s training in your own hands.

When you understand the “why” behind a behavior, you’ll be a better dog guardian and trainer. These relationship-centered insights will help you get to the root cause of an unwanted behavior, so that we can eradicate the negative feeling, adapt to your dog’s needs, and introduce an alternative behavior. I use rewards to associate good behaviors with good feelings to help strengthen the human-animal bond and build iron-clad trust.

From the very first intake call, I’ll begin charting a customized plan of action that will empower you to take your dog’s training in your own hands.

Step 1

We’ll start with a free intake call to assess your needs and how I can help you.

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Step 2

Soon after, we’ll have a more in-depth consultation call where we will begin to piece together immediate next steps.

Step 3

I’ll create your custom plan, designed to meet you and your dog where you are — it won’t work if it doesn’t work for you.

Step 4

From there, we’ll start in-person lessons to work together on topics specific to your plan. You’ll receive next steps and skills to work on without me.

Step 5

Follow up practice sessions are available as needed for supervised training and guided troubleshooting.

Step 6

You’ll soon take training into your own hands: My goal is for you to not need me anymore!

HEAR FROM A CLIENT

“We’ve worked with several dog trainers in the past and I feel like we finally found the trainer we’ve always wanted!

“We’ve worked with several dog trainers in the past and I feel like we finally found the trainer we’ve always wanted!

JoAnna’s approach is down to earth, practical, positive, and most importantly IT WORKS. We have a big stubborn 7-year-old golden retriever that was impossible to walk, a tornado of a toddler (of the human variety) and then for some crazy reason we decided to add another golden puppy to the mix. Our puppy is now 6 months old and somehow, we’ve managed to find a calm balance in our house. Change doesn’t happen overnight but with JoAnna’s help, we’ve been able to get the puppy and toddler to coexist peacefully as well as get our big stubborn boy walking like a gentleman. We are forever indebted to JoAnna and always look forward to her weekly training visits with our fur babies."

- Kelly, Matt, Zeus, and Circe
Westfield, Indiana

JoAnna’s approach is down to earth, practical, positive, and most importantly IT WORKS. We have a big stubborn 7-year-old golden retriever that was impossible to walk, a tornado of a toddler (of the human variety) and then for some crazy reason we decided to add another golden puppy to the mix. Our puppy is now 6 months old and somehow, we’ve managed to find a calm balance in our house. Change doesn’t happen overnight but with JoAnna’s help, we’ve been able to get the puppy and toddler to coexist peacefully as well as get our big stubborn boy walking like a gentleman. We are forever indebted to JoAnna and always look forward to her weekly training visits with our fur babies."

- Kelly, Matt, Zeus, and Circe
Westfield, Indiana

JoAnna’s approach is down to earth, practical, positive, and most importantly IT WORKS. We have a big stubborn 7-year-old golden retriever that was impossible to walk, a tornado of a toddler (of the human variety) and then for some crazy reason we decided to add another golden puppy to the mix. Our puppy is now 6 months old and somehow, we’ve managed to find a calm balance in our house. Change doesn’t happen overnight but with JoAnna’s help, we’ve been able to get the puppy and toddler to coexist peacefully as well as get our big stubborn boy walking like a gentleman. We are forever indebted to JoAnna and always look forward to her weekly training visits with our fur babies."

- Kelly, Matt, Zeus, and Circe
Westfield, Indiana

Pricing

There’s no set amount of times we should meet, it all depends on your needs and the commitment you’re ready to take on. All sessions and calls are scheduled on Saturdays or after 5 p.m. on weekdays. Payment due at time of booking.

Extra travel fee applies for clients farther than 15 miles from Westfield City Center. ($1/mile round trip)

Intake Call: Free
15-20 minute phone call to review basic information and decide on how best to start.

In-Depth Consultation: $200
A longer session (up to 90 minutes) where we’ll dive into your training goals and your dog’s history. You’ll be equipped with techniques and next steps that you can implement right away, even before our first lesson.

In-Person Lesson (1 Hour): $180
I’ll work with you and your dog so you can better understand the “why” behind your dog’s emotions, and give you the tools you need to predict, adapt, and change them.

Practice Session (1 Hour): $100
A supervised practice session to empower you and your dog as you work together.  

Schedule Free Call

Schedule Free Call

Schedule Free Call

HEAR FROM A CLIENT

“We absolutely loved working with JoAnna.

“We absolutely loved working with JoAnna.

Sirius came into our home a very reactive and stressed-out puppy. Sirius would bark and react to any dogs in sight on walks. He would bark nonstop at friends who came over to our house. JoAnna gave us the knowledge and skills to provide Sirius with a safe and encouraging environment. We have a totally different dog after our sessions with JoAnna. We can calmly walk across the street from dogs now and Sirius is able to go on longer walks calmly. People come over to the house and Sirius quickly makes friends and plays with them now. JoAnna's patience and ability to explain concepts clearly reflected in the brave and outgoing dog we now have. Thanks, JoAnna!”

-Rebecca, Kory, and Sirius
West Lafayette, Indiana

Sirius came into our home a very reactive and stressed-out puppy. Sirius would bark and react to any dogs in sight on walks. He would bark nonstop at friends who came over to our house. JoAnna gave us the knowledge and skills to provide Sirius with a safe and encouraging environment. We have a totally different dog after our sessions with JoAnna. We can calmly walk across the street from dogs now and Sirius is able to go on longer walks calmly. People come over to the house and Sirius quickly makes friends and plays with them now. JoAnna's patience and ability to explain concepts clearly reflected in the brave and outgoing dog we now have. Thanks, JoAnna!”

-Rebecca, Kory, and Sirius
West Lafayette, Indiana

Sirius came into our home a very reactive and stressed-out puppy. Sirius would bark and react to any dogs in sight on walks. He would bark nonstop at friends who came over to our house. JoAnna gave us the knowledge and skills to provide Sirius with a safe and encouraging environment. We have a totally different dog after our sessions with JoAnna. We can calmly walk across the street from dogs now and Sirius is able to go on longer walks calmly. People come over to the house and Sirius quickly makes friends and plays with them now. JoAnna's patience and ability to explain concepts clearly reflected in the brave and outgoing dog we now have. Thanks, JoAnna!”

-Rebecca, Kory, and Sirius
West Lafayette, Indiana

About Me

I’m JoAnna Rogowski, MS, KPA CTP, a Westfield, Indiana-based Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner with a master’s degree in Comparative Pathobiology (Animal Behavior and Welfare Concentration) and bachelor’s degree in Animal Sciences from Purdue University.

My passion for animal behavior began while working at a vet clinic in high school, which inspired me to make a career out of it. Between college and grad school, I took a five-year detour to teach high school science in South Texas through Teach For America.

My graduate research focused on the effect of caretaker interactions on dog welfare in commercial breeding kennels. During that time, I completed my Karen Pryor Academy certification and started seeing private training clients, specializing in fear and reactivity. In early 2024, I started working at Veterinary Behavior of Indiana where I’m thrilled to continue learning about all things behavior!

My husband Phil and I share our home with two dogs: Foxy (Chihuahua mix) and Maple (Red Heeler mix), and a cat, Booger. In our spare time, we enjoy going on hikes with the dogs, playing soccer, and trying out new restaurants.

My Journey with Maple

Maple, who we rescued as a puppy just before the COVID-19 lockdown, struggles with a number of challenges: fear, reactivity, and anxiety. Working with her has been a valuable case study in humane training and patience. She’s made amazing progress, but dog training is a lifetime thing and we’re in it for the long haul. If you’re struggling with your dog, I understand intimately what you’re going through — and I promise it gets better.

The dog you want is in your hands.

Start changing the way you think about dog training. Schedule a free intake call today.

317-762-8660

thedoganalyst@gmail.com

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