River’s Walk

Tracy DeVries runs River’s Walk, a dog training business in Jackson, Mississippi. Tracy holds the Certificate in Training and Counseling (CTC) from the Academy for Dog Trainers. They belong to the Pet Professional Guild, whose members agree not to use shock, prong or choke collars. Listed services include puppy training, manners and basic skills, private lessons, day training, board and train and reactivity and aggression. Online sessions are an option.

At a glance

• Trainer: Tracy DeVries
• Credentials: CTC · PPG member
• Approach: Positive reinforcement (reward-based)
• Services: Puppy training, manners and basic skills, private lessons, day training, board and train, reactivity and aggression, fear and anxiety, dog sports and tricks, virtual sessions
• Location: Jackson, Mississippi

What this means for a Frenchie

A Frenchie that barks and pushes at other dogs usually gets worse, not better, with corrections. A reward-based behavior consultant uses gradual exposure to change how your dog feels about triggers, rather than just quieting the barking. Our force-free French Bulldog training guide covers the basics.

Sources: the Pet Professional Guild member directory and the Academy for Dog Trainers graduate directory, checked October 2026. Prices and services change, so check with the trainer before you book.