Hi, I’m Megan Lowell, founder of Barking Orders and certified dog trainer and behavior specialist based in Morris County, NJ.

Dogs have always been a central part of my world. I grew up surrounded by them and landed my first job at 14 as a kennel attendant; from that point on, I knew I’d never work in a field that didn’t involve dogs.

Before becoming a trainer, I worked as a dog groomer, where I naturally gravitated toward the “problem dogs”, the anxious, reactive, or misunderstood ones that others often struggled to handle. I found immense fulfillment in helping them feel safe, calm, and understood. That experience opened my eyes to the deeper behavioral needs of dogs and sparked a passion I couldn’t ignore. That passion led me to dog training, an aspect of the dog world where I can make a much larger impact on dogs and their parents.

I’m a proud graduate of Starmark Academy in Austin, TX, where I spent three immersive months living and breathing dog behavior and training. My journey was hands-on from day one, I brought my dog Mabel with me, and during the program, I adopted my second dog, Captain. These two pups have shaped not just my life, but my entire mission.

I created this business because I truly believe in making a difference for dogs, their families, and especially for the rescue and shelter dogs who often don’t have a voice. While I love working with private clients, my heart has found a special place in supporting shelters, where so many dogs are simply waiting for a second chance.

At the core of my work is a belief that training should be compassionate, confidence-building, and tailored to the individual dog. My mission is to empower both dogs and their humans to understand one another and thrive together.