Truly Force Free Animal Training

Truly Force Free Animal Training is a dog training business in Ventura, California. Trainers include Shannon M Riley and Shannon Riley. Credentials on the team include the Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (CDBC) credential from the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC), the Certified Professional Dog Trainer, Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA) credential, Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner (KPA CTP) certification and Fear Free certification. Pet Professional Guild membership means a commitment to training without shock, prong or choke collars. Services include puppy training, behavior consulting and fear and anxiety. Sessions can be done virtually.

At a glance

• Trainers: Shannon M Riley and Shannon Riley
• Credentials: CDBC · CPDT-KA · KPA CTP · Fear Free · PPG member
• Approach: Positive reinforcement (reward-based)
• Services: Puppy training, behavior consulting, fear and anxiety, virtual sessions
• Location: Ventura, California

What this means for a Frenchie

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. Start with our reward-based French Bulldog training guide.

Sources: the IAABC certified consultant directory, the Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner directory and the Pet Professional Guild member directory, checked October 2026. Confirm current services and prices with the trainer before booking.