Dog training and learning how dogs “work” has been my passion since I was a little kid.  I have been blessed to always have a family dog and couldn’t picture my life without my four-legged friends.  Currently, my husband and I have a 7 year old Miniature Australian Sheppard named Moxon and a 3.5 year old Golden Retriever named Sye.  I would like to share a little bit about myself and my journey to becoming a professional dog trainer/psychologist.    

I have been involved in dogs professionally since I began learning how to groom dogs at Anbriette’s Pet Salon in ‘00.  The owner of the salon, Bridgette, taught me the proper way to bathe dogs, clip their nails and many other useful tricks I still use today.  I’ve also had the opportunity to work at local veterinary clinics.  Since I didn’t have any experience in the vet field starting out, I began by cleaning kennels twice a day.  Cleaning kennels may not be the most glamorous job but it allowed me to interact with many different breeds and temperaments of dogs.  I took it as a learning experience and soon moved my way up to working with some of the most respected and knowledgeable veterinarians/specialists in the area.  As a Veterinary Assistant at the Eastern Iowa Veterinary Specialty Center in Cedar Rapids, IA I received priceless training in the field of pet medicine. 

I am proud to say that I am a huge fan of Cesar Millan, Dog Whisperer!  I incorporate many of his techniques into my own programs.  Cesar inspired me to share my knowledge of dog behavior with the public and to continue my education in dog behavior and training.  I have had the great opportunity to train under the direction of Robin MacFarlane, owner and director of That’s My Dog, Inc in Hazel Green, WI. 

All of these wonderful experiences have helped me in one way or another to become a successful dog trainer/psychologist. 

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