Hi, I’m Jesse — a canine behavior consultant based in Elizabethtown, Kentucky, and the founder of Southeast K9s. My work is dedicated to helping people and their dogs rebuild trust, safety, and peace at home. I know how heavy it can feel when you love a dog who scares you, confuses you, or seems out of control. You don’t have to face that alone.

My path to this work started long before Southeast K9s existed. Growing up, I saw dogs punished, rehomed, or euthanized for behavior their humans didn’t understand. Those memories stayed with me and shaped my promise to do better—for both species. That promise became a career built on compassion, scientific understanding, and the belief that every dog deserves a fair chance to learn.

Today, I spend my days working with families facing serious behavior concerns—aggression, fear, anxiety, or bites that seemed to come out of nowhere. My approach blends learning theory, ethology, and environmental management with deep respect for human emotion. I teach people how to see what their dog is trying to say, how to respond safely, and how to make changes that last. No guilt, no shaming, no “quick fixes”—just clear steps toward safety and calm.

I’m currently pursuing advanced certification through the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC) and continue my studies in animal ethology and behavior. Whether I’m reviewing a case file, talking through an emergency plan, or watching a dog finally exhale after weeks of stress, my goal stays the same: to help dogs and their people find stability through understanding.

If you’ve made it this far, there’s a good chance you’re tired, worried, or unsure what to try next. Take a breath—you’ve already taken the hardest step by looking for help. When you’re ready, I’ll be here to listen to your story and help your dog start again with compassion and respect.

— Jesse