I have worked in veterinary medicine for over 15 years, and it continues to shape the way I approach dog training every day. My background in a general practice setting has allowed me to see thousands of dogs not just during training sessions, but during illness, injury, stress, and fear. Because of this, I understand that many behavior problems are not simply “obedience issues.” They often have physical, emotional, or environmental components that must be addressed for real progress to happen.

Throughout my career I have worked with animals of all types — from reptiles and small mammals to cats, dogs, primates, and even large exotics including cougars, bobcats, and tigers. That experience taught me that behavior always has a reason, and communication is the foundation of every relationship between human and animal.

I began expanding my education into canine massage, physical conditioning, reiki, canine first aid, and fitness instruction after recognizing a major gap in owner education. Many families wanted to help their dogs but simply did not know how. My goal became providing owners with clear guidance so they could confidently support their dog’s physical and mental wellbeing at home.

Over time I developed a strong passion for working dogs, particularly service dogs. I have been fortunate to work alongside incredible trainers and mentors who helped guide me toward preparing dogs to assist veterans and individuals with disabilities. I am continually humbled by the independence, companionship, and stability a properly trained service dog can provide. Training a service dog is never a one-size-fits-all process — every handler and every dog has unique needs, and my role is to help that partnership succeed.

I grew up in a military family and was supported by a community of men and women who served our country. Because of that upbringing, it is deeply important to me to give back through the work I do with veterans and service dogs. Helping a dog change someone’s daily life is one of the greatest honors of my career.

My goal is not just to train dogs, but to help owners understand them. When owners learn how their dog thinks, communicates, and responds to the world around them, the relationship changes — and that is where real, lasting results happen.