Dog Training by Valerie

Dog Training by Valerie, run by Valerie Balwanz, is a dog training business in Scottsville, Virginia. Valerie holds Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer (CSAT) certification. Pet Professional Guild membership means a commitment to training without shock, prong or choke collars. Their listed services include private lessons, group classes, behavior consulting, reactivity and aggression, fear and anxiety and separation anxiety.

At a glance

• Trainer: Valerie Balwanz
• Credentials: CSAT · PPG member
• Approach: Positive reinforcement (reward-based)
• Services: Private lessons, group classes, behavior consulting, reactivity and aggression, fear and anxiety, separation anxiety
• Location: Scottsville, Virginia

Why this matters for Frenchie owners

As a companion breed, many Frenchies struggle when they’re left alone. Separation anxiety is best handled with a gradual, reward-based plan (often coached remotely) rather than crating or corrections. Our French Bulldog training guide explains why force-free methods work for this breed.

Sources: the Pet Professional Guild member directory, checked October 2026. We show credentials as the trainer lists them in the Pet Professional Guild directory. Prices and services change, so check with the trainer before you book.