About Rem K9

Animals have always been a huge part of my life. Growing up on a farm and in the country, animals were an everyday part of my world. That connection grew into a lifelong passion for understanding animals, their behavior, and the relationships they share with people.

My journey into behavioral studies began in 2014 at Washington State University, where I studied psychology and comparative literature. In 2019, I continued my education through Animal Behavior College, studying animal behavior, methodology, field research, and advanced coursework. I’ve also gained hands-on experience working with animals in daycares, shelters, and veterinary clinics. These experiences have helped me understand behavior from many different perspectives.

My training philosophy has evolved as my education has grown. I began my career using a traditional balanced approach, but continued education and seminars led me toward modern, science-based, and more humane training practices. I also chose to step away from my previous CCPDT credentials after recognizing a disconnect between my understanding of current science and the standards of those certifications. I felt it was important to practice in a way that reflects current research and my values.

As of August 2026, I am continuing my education through the Karen Pryor Academy for Behavior Consulting to pursue formal behavior consulting credentials through a program that aligns with my approach. Learning doesn’t stop there. Animal behavior is an evolving field, and I believe being a professional means staying curious, continuing to learn, and being willing to grow. In an unregulated industry, I encourage clients to look beyond titles and consider the education, experience, and continued learning behind the professional they trust with their animals. Your animals deserve someone who never stops learning for them.

Rooted in compassion, science, and guided by ethics, Jasmine’s training philosophy prioritizes the emotional well-being of every animal. She does not use aversive methods or aversive tools, such as prong collars, shock collars, choke chains, intimidation, fear, & dominance theory. Jasmine’s work is centered on trust, communication, learning, and science-based, humane training methods that build confidence and strengthen the human-animal bond.