Adj McColl is a Ridgewood, NY based dog trainer with a lifelong passion and natural connection to animals. Prior to becoming a professional trainer, Adj has worn many hats, holding leadership and management positions in the construction, theater, and art communities.

6 years ago, Petey, a blind double merle Aussie rescue came into her life and changed everything. After two years of working with professional trainers to work through Petey’s aggression issues, Adj became personally invested in the field and began a four year study of dog behavior and nutrition. She has since completed a range of specialized training programs with Method K9 (Idaho), Packlife LA (California), Dogs Playing for Life (Florida), and Feed Real Institute where she completed her Professional Canine Nutrition Certification.

Outside of reactivity, Adj has ample experience working with dogs with disabilities including blindness, deafness, and limb amputation.

“Learning to move at Petey’s pace—which at times has felt glacially slow—and watching myself  grow in the process has been monumental to my development as a trainer. Petey’s continued development and confidence is a constant source of inspiration for me to help other people understand, connect with, and advocate for their dogs.”

-Adj McColl