Dog Training, Done Right at The Dog Wizard Knoxville

en brings a unique combination of business leadership, education, and a lifelong passion for dogs to her new role as owner of The Dog Wizard Knoxville. Before beginning her career in dog training, she spent 17 years in management with FedEx and UPS and earned a degree in Finance with a collateral in International Management from the University of Tennessee. Although dogs have always been a major part of Jen’s life, her path to becoming a professional trainer grew from her involvement in dog sports and the community of trainers she met along the way. It became even more personal when she faced behavioral challenges with one of her own dogs. Working with a professional trainer not only helped resolve those challenges but completely changed the relationship she had with her dog. That experience showed her firsthand how much good training can improve life for both dogs and the people who love them. Inspired by that experience, Jen left the corporate world and began her professional dog-training career in 2016, working as a trainer with another company. As she continued to grow in the profession, she learned about The Dog Wizard and was drawn to its emphasis on innovation, continuing education, fair and individualized training methods, and its commitment to training owners just as much as their dogs. Rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach or simply moving dogs through programs, The Dog Wizard’s philosophy of tailoring training to the individual dog and client strongly aligned with the kind of trainer Jen wanted to be. In 2019, she made the decision to join The Dog Wizard Knoxville. Jen believes dog training is about far more than obedience. It is about understanding how a dog thinks, building communication and trust, and creating a stronger relationship between dogs and their owners. To Jen, true balanced training means working with the whole dog—considering the individual dog in front of you and using fair, effective methods to help both the dog and owner succeed together. Since joining The Dog Wizard in 2019, Jen has served as General Manager and Head Trainer for The Dog Wizard Knoxville. In June 2025, she expanded her role within The Dog Wizard by joining the Corporate team as an Academy Instructor. In this role, she teaches future trainers virtually, helping them develop their understanding of training theory, methods, and handling techniques before beginning their hands-on education. Teaching has become one of her favorite parts of her career because she believes a strong foundation—whether for a dog, an owner, or a new trainer—is the building block for long-term success. Throughout her training career, Jen has worked with family pets as well as dogs experiencing aggression and anxiety, and has experience training therapy dogs, service dogs, nose work, and sport dogs. She is a Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Evaluator, a member of the International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP), and a NePoPo® Gold Graduate. Jen is also deeply invested in the local dog community and serves as President of Smoky Mountain DockDogs, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Through training, education, dog sports, and community events, she is passionate about promoting responsible pet ownership and strengthening the bond between families and their four-legged best friends. As the owner of The Dog Wizard Knoxville, Jen is excited to bring together her extensive leadership experience, passion for education, and genuine love for dogs to continue building a welcoming, education-focused training community where dogs and their people can thrive together. Knoxville has been home to Jen since 1988, making the opportunity to own and lead The Dog Wizard Knoxville especially meaningful to her. She and her wife, Kristin, live in Knoxville with their dogs and spend much of their free time enjoying dog sports, especially dock diving. Together, they love traveling and competing with their dogs and being part of the dog-sport community that played such an important role in Jen’s own journey into training.

Jaiden Matuszewski is an energetic, dedicated dog trainer serving Knoxville, Tennessee, specializing in high-energy dogs, reactivity, and building clear communication between dogs and their owners.

Certifications & Education

• Advanced Trainer Certification: Formally certified with advanced coursework completed, actively pursuing higher-level credentials to continuously elevate training techniques.

• Specialized Expertise: 3+ years of professional experience managing high-drive breeds, hyperactivity, anxiety, and behavior redirection.

Training Philosophy & Expertise Jaiden thrives when working with full-throttle, high-energy canine personalities. Whether a dog is struggling with endless excitement, hyperactivity, or anxiety, Jaiden specializes in transforming overwhelming energy into structured focus, real-world obedience, and lasting confidence.

Jaiden’s favorite aspect of training is strengthening the bond on both ends of the leash. By eliminating frustration and miscommunication, Jaiden empowers owners and dogs to understand each other clearly—unlocking new possibilities for everyday life and shared adventures.

Favorite Breeds & Personal Sports While passionate about working with all dogs, Jaiden holds a special love for Shetland Sheepdogs for their sensitivity, intelligence, and deep connection with their handlers. Jaiden personally dabbles in dog sports, trick work, and frisbee with her own dog.

Beyond the Leash Outside of professional training, Jaiden spends her time outdoors paddleboarding and hiking with her dog. On rainy days, you can find her relaxing with a cozy video game and her cats curled up nearby.