Barrington Barks and Behavior

Barrington Barks and Behavior, run by Monica Allaire-McMahon, is a dog training business in Barrington, New Hampshire. Monica holds Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner (KPA CTP) certification. As a Pet Professional Guild member, they’ve committed to training without shock, prong or choke collars. Listed services include private lessons, group classes and behavior consulting.

At a glance

• Trainer: Monica Allaire-McMahon
• Credentials: KPA CTP · PPG member
• Approach: Positive reinforcement (reward-based)
• Services: Private lessons, group classes, behavior consulting
• Location: Barrington, New Hampshire

The French Bulldog angle

French Bulldogs are often vocal and pushy around other dogs, and corrections tend to backfire on reactivity. A behavior consultant who uses rewards and gradual exposure can change how your dog feels about triggers, not just suppress the barking. For more, see our guide to force-free French Bulldog training.

Sources: the Pet Professional Guild member directory, checked October 2026. Credentials are shown as the trainer lists them in the Pet Professional Guild directory. Services and prices change, so confirm directly with the trainer before you book.