About Jill

Jill Breitner’s lifelong interest in helping people train their dogs began at age nine after reading a LIFE magazine article about Dr. Jane Goodall. Goodall’s work observing chimpanzees fired Jill’s own devotion to animals into a full-blown passion. From that early age, she keenly observed the creatures around her and how people interacted with them. Years later, her zeal schooled by a degree in Animal Science from Pierce College in Los Angeles, and sharpened by working as a Registered Veterinary Technician, Jill came to understand that her true calling was coaching people how to train their dogs.

Jill has professionally trained companion, therapy and service dogs for hundreds of clients. Her many celebrity clients include:

Jerry Bruckheimer
Natalie Cole
George Lopez
Martina Navratilova
Beatrice Arthur
Wendy Tokuda
Debby Boone
Steven Segal
And many more.

For over 30 years, Jill has devoted herself to coaching clients about the philosophy of dog pack leadership and the body language and energy of their dog—what she calls whispering. This knowledge transforms the lives of two- and four-legged creatures alike as Jill coaches owners to develop the leadership skills they need to successfully train their dog. Her focus is on creating joyful and respectful relationships between people and the animals that enrich our lives so much.

Beyond helping you master the skills needed to train your dog, Jill also helps new owners find the right puppy with temperament testing services, also available to breeders. Jill has an innate talent for matching the personalities of pups and dogs with their people. She volunteers in animal shelters, helping staff better understand dog psychology and behavior. Jill writes articles on a variety of subjects, including training, alternative health care, nutrition, and body language, which you’ll find in the Resources section. She leads seminars and clinics nationwide on dog training and behavior.

Jill lives in northern California with her beloveds—all rescued animals: two dogs, Rascal and Punkin; two cats, Yogi and Buddha, and her two favorite mounts, Oriah and Bodhi. In her free time, Jill enjoys riding her horses on a favorite stretch of Bodega beach, hiking the hills with her dogs, growing food, and spending time with her partner and their son.

Call:   707-601-3332
Email:   jill@shewhisperer.com