Live a Happier Life with Your Furry Friend
Certified
balanced trainers you can trust
Since 2005
helping families nationwide
Lifetime Support
to keep training on track
National Network
of local trainers near you
Free Evaluation
to start your dog’s training
How It Works
We offer a wide range of dog training programs designed to fit your goals, whether you need board and train, private lessons, puppy training, or group classes. Each program is led by certified trainers, with flexible scheduling and lifetime support after graduation.
Free Evaluation
We assess your dog’s needs and create a personalized plan that fits your lifestyle.
Customized Training Plan
Certified trainers guide you and your dog through proven, positive methods for behavior improvement.
Hands-On Training
Choose from in-home or mobile programs designed for lasting results.
Ongoing Support
Receive tools, guidance, and follow-ups to maintain progress and reinforce skills at home.
Our Dog Training Programs
and Services
Meet Your Dog Trainers
Every dog trainer on the The Dog Wizard Monmouth County team is extensively trained and experienced in balanced training techniques that address a range of behavioral issues to help your dog reach their full potential.
Jack and Hope Turner
Owners
Jack is a graduate of the US Military Academy (West Point) and a decorated combat veteran. After leaving the US Army, he transitioned into a 20+ year career in Operations for a Fortune 500 company. Hope is a graduate of Georgian Court University and primarily worked in the accounting field before deciding to give that life up and enroll in an immersive program to become a certified yoga teacher. She is also an active volunteer with an animal rescue organization and the local food pantry. Both Jack and Hope are lifelong animal lovers, and like many, decided to adopt a rescue dog during the pandemic lockdown (a rambunctious pitchihuahua mix named Leo). After several not so positive experiences with dog trainers, they decided to learn more about dog training techniques and methodologies to find something that actually worked for Leo and his anxiety. They discovered The Dog Wizard and their balanced training methodology and decided to become owners. Jack and Hope are both graduates of The Dog Wizard Training Academy and are now focused on working with dog parents throughout Monmouth and northern Ocean Counties to improve their relationships with their beloved pets.
Amanda Gonchar
Trainer
Amanda grew up in Monroe Township and now lives in Brick, New Jersey. She has always loved animals and has been working with them professionally for over 10 years. She was formally trained as a veterinary technician and spent 6 years working in the field. Amanda has worked as a vet tech in both ERSpecialty as well as GP practices. She also has 3.5 years of professional dog training experience using balanced training methods prior to joining The Dog Wizard Monmouth County team in 2024. Amanda is a graduate of The Dog Wizard Academy and is now focused on helping dogs throughout Monmouth and northern Ocean counties reach their full potential.
In her spare time Amanda enjoys taking her 6 year old Great Dane, Donovan (who is also a trained therapy dog) out to dog friendly places as well as out on the boat and swimming in the pool! Amanda really loves seeing a dog make progress and she especially enjoys taking dogs on field trips and showing owners how clear communication creates an amazing relationship between the dog & owner!
Dylan Saulys
Trainer
Dylan grew up along the Jersey Shore and joined the US Coast Guard after graduating high school. He was stationed in Marquette, Michigan where he participated in ice rescue operations. After leaving the Coast Guard he returned to New Jersey and enrolled in a yearlong training program at C.A.T.C.H. (Canine Trainers Academy). Dylan grew up always having dogs around and developed a genuine love for them. He knew that he wanted to pursue a career where he could better the lives of dogs and their owners.
Dylan graduated from C.A.T.C.H. with certifications as a professional dog trainer and dog behavioral consultant. After almost 2 years working as an assistant trainer and trainer he joined The Dog Wizard Monmouth County team in 2024. In addition to his previous canine education, Dylan is now a graduate of The Dog Wizard Academy as well. He loves problem solving with dogs, trying to understand what they are thinking to clearly communicate with them and work through their problems.
When he's not busy training dogs and their owners he enjoys hanging out with his own dog Loki, a rescue HuskyJack Russell mix. Dylan also enjoys skateboarding, snowboarding, and surfing.
See What Other Dog Owners are Saying
Last but certainly not least, Dylan (Brian’s trainer) was amazing at communicating throughout the days he was training Brian! He also did a great job with much patience relaying the commands and use of the E-collar to myself and my husband.
Overall, I highly recommend Dog Wizard! Hope is so sweet and also very communicative all throughout the process!
Thank you!
From day one, Dylan’s communication skills were top-notch. He explained techniques clearly, listened carefully to our goals and concerns, and made every session feel collaborative and encouraging. It was clear he genuinely cared about both our dog’s progress and our comfort through the process.
What stood out most was Dylan’s passion for dog training. He brought so much positive energy and deep knowledge to every interaction. His enthusiasm was contagious—not just for our pup, but for us too! We felt confident and supported as we learned new tools and approaches that made a real difference in our dog’s behavior.
We’re incredibly grateful for The Dog Wizard and especially Dylan. This experience didn’t just help our dog—it gave us a better bond and understanding. We’re so impressed, we’ve decided to continue with additional services to build on everything we’ve learned so far.
Highly recommend to anyone looking for thoughtful, effective training with a personal touch.
About The Dog Wizard Monmouth County
Our dog training goes beyond basic commands like Sit, Come, and Down. Our approach focuses on helping your dog make better choices and respond to you instead of their impulses.
We cover all the essential obedience commands you need to communicate effectively with your dog. But more importantly, we teach your dog to stay engaged and follow through with these commands, even in the most distracting environments.
Our goal is to enhance your dog’s understanding of obedience, making it a natural part of their behavior, not just a few tricks they perform when they feel like it.
Why Choose The Dog Wizard
Magical Methodologies
All of our trainers use balanced training techniques that are proven to be effective in and out of the classroom.
Everywhere Dogs Are
With over 100 locations — the majority of them being mobile — we have the ability to bring balanced dog training right to you.
Trained to Transform
Our knowledgeable trainers complete a rigorous dog training curriculum through The Dog Wizard Academy that teaches them methods that truly work
A Lifetime of Support
Those who complete our obedience programs have access to indefinite group class training support.