EXPERIENCED


Sara has been training dogs for over 25 years in a variety of settings. It began with dozens of foster dogs in the early 90’s and most recently included several years as the trainer-on-staff at the local shelter. She has lived with over 50 dogs between her own and fosters; many of these dogs came to her with serious behavior issues. This gives her a unique perspective: first-hand experience that allows her to truly empathize with clients and the knowledge to help them improve their dog’s behavior.

She has competed in competition obedience, rally, nosework and breed, titling multiple dogs, and dabbled in agility, tracking and other dog sports for fun. Sara participates in educational events throughout each year to remain up-to-date on issues related to training and behavior science. 

EDUCATED


Member in Good Standing of:
Association of Professional Dog Trainers
Karen Pryor Academy
International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants
Pet Professional Guild

Continuing Education Highlights:
L.E.G.S. Applied Ethology Professional Course (2023), Living & Learning with Animals Professional ABA Course, Dr. Susan Friedman, PhD (2022) PPG Summit 2015, Tampa, FL Aggression in Dogs Master Course, Michael Shikashio, CDBC (2020) ClickerExpo 2016, Reno, NV ClickerExpo 2018, Stamford, CT Great Big Dog Aggression Workshop, Manchester, CT (2019)

Additional in-person learning with Suzanne Clothier, Kay Laurence, Leslie Nelson, Ken Ramirez, Ray Coppinger, Emma Parsons, Denise Fenzi, Kristina Spaulding and others.