What are your qualifications?

I completed a year-long apprenticeship under an experienced trainer in the Richmond, VA area, where I gained hands-on experience. I have also gone to workshops and seminars to gain even more knowledge in the field, and I am always reading and watching new material to keep myself up to date on different training techniques. I am an AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, as well as a member of the International Association of Canine Professionals.

What training tools do you use?

I work with a variety of training tools, but not every one will be used with your dog. Dogs aren’t cookie-cutter, so I keep lots of tools in my imaginary toolkit to help you find what works the best for you and your dog. Some of those tools include…

• Flat (regular) Collars

• Prong Collars

• Martingale Collars

• Slip Leads

• Transitional Leads

• Gentle Leaders

• Remote Collars

• Long-Lines

• Treats

• Toys

• Spray bottles

• Bitter Apple Spray

• Muzzles

What’s a confidence building kit? What’s in it?

The mobile confidence building and surface socialization kit includes lots of fun items meant to built confidence, encourage problem solving, and increase curiosity. These are qualities that can lower your dog’s frustration threshold and help prevent behavioral issues down the line. Some of these items include…

• A wobble board

• A peanut ball

• A floor scooter

• A step ladder

• A pop-up tunnel

• A ball pit

Where do you train?

I am currently available to do in-home lessons in Hanover, Henrico, Goochland, and Richmond, VA.

How do I start?

To get started, please submit an inquiry using the contact form on this website. After that, you will fill out the “New Client Questionnaire” to give me more information about you, your dog, and why you’re pursuing training. This helps me get a clearer picture of how I can help. After that, I will reach out to you via email to answer any additional questions you may have, have you sign a liability waiver, and schedule our first session!