Meet the Trainers
TPDT
Turning Point Dog Training believes that all dogs are unique. We believe there is no one size fits all when it comes to training the ones we love and we should better understand their needs.
Anthony Jochum
My name is Anthony. I am the owner and lead trainer at Turning Point Dog Training. I have had dogs all of my life but my professional experience with dogs started 14 years ago. I started working at a doggie daycare, fostering dogs for local rescues and volunteering at the city kennel. This all led me to the love and rewarding feeling of helping and training dogs. I worked through a shadow program with a local trainer and learned all the valuable skills I needed to get started. I continue to learn and take courses to help find better ways to train dogs. I currently have two dogs; a German Shepherd named Jude and a black lab mix named Raven. In my free time, I enjoy rock climbing, mountain biking and hiking with my wife and our dogs. Thanks for checking us out!
Contact: anthony@turningpointdog.com
440-679-0049
Paige Novak
Hi everyone! My name is Paige and I am thrilled to serve you and your beloved pups. I have roughly 5 years of dog training experience and over 10 years of experience in the equine industry. I no longer ride horses but my time with horses has taught me so much about working with animals. Before I became interested in dog training, I worked as a middle and high school English teacher for three years. My background in education has prepared me to provide you and your dog with a fun and successful training experience. In my free time I enjoy reading, hiking, fostering a hound in need, and competing in flyball and scent work with my hound mix, Winston.
Contact: Paige@turningpointdog.com
440-665-1799
Jess Stern
Hi there! I’m Jess: lifetime dog enthusiast, former veterinary technician, and ever-evolving trainer. Having 20 years of experience in the veterinary field and as an equine & canine trainer has allowed me to combine my passion for energy work, dog psychology, and behavior through a holistic style of training. I full-heartedly enjoy helping people & their dogs build their ideal relationship and thrive together. In my spare time, you can usually find me hiking, camping, or enjoying other various outdoor pursuits with my dogs August, Ruca, and Ekko.
Contact: Jess@turningpointdog.com
440-679-3303