The Dog Training Industry

Dog training in the U.S. is currently an unregulated industry. If dog professionals like myself set a higher standard by seeking certifications, degrees, and continuing education, we hope the public will start to take notice and realize this needs to change.

My Credentials

Degree

  • BA, Anthrozoology, Carroll College 2020

    • Studied the human-animal bond, canine and equine evolution and anthropology, ethology, learning theory, canine and equine science, and animal welfare

    • Fostered and trained a shelter dog for two semesters, focusing on basic skills and simulated working dog tasks

Certifications

  • Petco Positive Dog Training Certification Program, 2022

  • Certification Council of Professional Dog Trainers, 2023

Memberships

Pet Professionals Guild, 2024

Events

  • Canine Science Symposium, 2023

  • International Society of Anthrozoology Virtual Conference, 2021

Courses and Webinars

  • Fear Free Shelters Course via East Bay SPCA, 2020

  • Service Dog Training- Answering the Tough Questions- Veronica Sanchez, 2024

  • “Leave it! No! Off!” Reframing Impulse Control for Pet Owners- Sarah Owings, 2024

  • Puppy Meets World: Facilitating Socialization- Dr. Jen Nesbitt-Hawes, 2024

  • Control is an Illusion; Reframing How We Teach for Impulse Control ; Sarah Owings, May 2024

  • Empowered Dogs: Cooperative Husbandry Training Pt.1, June 2024

  • Cool It Down: Taking Play Breaks -Ali Sutch (Up To Snuff) July 2024

  • “Give Me A Break” and All The Ways I Love It -Ran Courant-Morgan (The Dog Behavior Institute) August 2024

  • Maximizing Your Mat Training -Andrea Viveiros (Connect the Dogs) August 2024