I am a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA), a graduate of the Karen Pryor Academy (KPA-CTP), a member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT), a Fear Free Certified Trainer, as well as an AKC Canine Good Citizen, Puppy S.T.A.R., Trick Evaluator and FIT Dog Instructor. I am also a dog performance events Judge (AKC/UKC/CRO Rally and CDSP Obedience). I am a Certified Nose Work Instructor, ORT Certifying Official and Judge for the National Association of Canine Scent Work, as well as a Scent Work Judge for AKC, UKC, CWAGS and CPE. Additionally, I am part of the NACSW Certifying Official Training Program – a selective, nationally recognized program training scent work officials in hide placement for the sport.
Animal training is a constantly evolving area of research where we’ve only scratched the surface. As such, I am an enormous proponent for continuing education for ALL pet trainers. Whether it’s early socialization or high level competition sports, there is always more to learn.
All of my certifications require continuing education to maintain them. This can be challenging to fit into my busy life, but I enjoy learning about different perspectives and new training methods. There are so many amazing minds out there and part of my job description is to listen and absorb their terrific research and methods.
In turn, I pass this knowledge along to my clients and their animal family members. I will show you how to apply new techniques immediately and practically, specifically geared toward your animal companions – whether you have a house full of dogs, a couple of cats or even fish! After over 15 years with Malinois, today my daily life is filled with a generous spirited Toller, named Scramble.
