Dr. Pamela Johnson

Allow me to introduce you to Pamela Johnson, a highly skilled dog trainer and owner of "Pam's Dog Academy" based in San Diego, California. She is a distinguished educator with a Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology and a Master's degree in Education Curriculum Development, which she has put to excellent use in her career as a full- time middle school Physical Education teacher. Pamela's love for dogs is unwavering, and she applies her teaching expertise in force-free methods for behavior...See more

Allow me to introduce you to Pamela Johnson, a highly skilled dog trainer and owner of "Pam's Dog Academy" based in San Diego, California. She is a distinguished educator with a Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology and a Master's degree in Education Curriculum Development, which she has put to excellent use in her career as a full- time middle school Physical Education teacher. Pamela's love for dogs is unwavering, and she applies her teaching expertise in force-free methods for behavior modification, dog sports, and tricks. Her dedication to the craft is evident in her innovative and effective training methods that she continuously develops and refines. Pamela's passion for dog training goes beyond the thrill of the challenge; it's a personal and spiritual journey that teaches her about patience, training, and being a better person. Pamela's YouTube channel, "Pam's Dog Academy," has helped thousands of people worldwide discover the magic of clicker training. Her free tutorial videos provide invaluable guidance on how to train dogs using scientifically proven, force-free methods. Based in San Diego, California, Pamela is a certified professional dog trainer (CPDT-KA) who has earned the respect and admiration of her peers and students alike. Pamela is a highly skilled and accomplished dog trainer who has made remarkable strides in her field over the years. Her expertise and dedication to her craft have earned her numerous accolades, including the prestigious NewTrix Association of Professional Dog Trainers Video Award in 2010. In addition to her award-winning video, Pamela has released several DVDs through TawzerDog.com. Pamela has also generously shared her knowledge through various webinars and presentations for the Pet Professional Guild and was a presenter at the Pet Professional Guild Summit in 2015. Pamela had plans to continue her speaking career, but her plans were unfortunately derailed when her beloved dog Twix was injured. All of Pamela's dogs have achieved multiple titles and awards, testifying to the level of excellence that she brings to her training. However, Pamela believes that the true measure of success lies not in awards or titles but in the joy of working with her dogs and sharing their talents with others. For her, the love and companionship she shares with her dogs is the greatest reward. See less