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We adhere to the standards of science-based training outlined in the humane hierarchy code of ethics set forth by the Certification Council of Professional Dog Trainers
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AACE, SDJ, CCFC, CTDI, TCT, OTJ, CPDT-KA, CBCC-KA, IACP CDT-CDTA.
Over 33 years of experience.
*Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed and Certified Behavior Consultant Canine by the Certification Council of Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT).
*Certified Dog Trainer-Advanced by the International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP).
*ATT, FIT, CGC, TRICK, CGCA, CGCU and S.T.A.R. Puppy Evaluator by the American Kennel Club (AKC).
AKC Farm Dog Certified Judge (FDC).
*Certified Trick Dog Instructor, Licensed Canine Conditioning Fitness Coach, Stunt Dog Judge Official and Animal Actors Certified Evaluator by DMWYD.
*DMWYD All Star Trainer of the Year & Triple Crown Trainer.
*Official TORC Judge by Canines At Training (C.A.T. School).
*Professional Premium Member and C.L.A.S.S. Evaluator for the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT).
*International Association of Applied Behavior Consultants - supporting member.
AACE, SDJ, CCFC, CTDI, TCT, OTJ, CPDT-KA, CBCC-KA
Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed by the Certification Council of Professional Dog Trainers. AKC ATT, FIT, TRICK, CGC, CGCA, CGCU, & STAR Puppy Evaluator. AKC Farm Dog Certified Judge (FDC). Certified Trick Dog Instructor, Licensed Canine Conditioning Fitness Coach, Stunt Dog Judge Official and Animal Actors Certified Evaluator by DMWYD. APDT C.L.A.S.S. Evaluator. International Association of Applied Behavior Consultants - supporting member.
Wendy has over 30 years of experience in the animal field. She has worked in both domestic and wildlife rescue, Surgical research, veterinary (neurology and general practice) and Training and Behavior. Wendy is the owner and Founder of Midnight's Equine Rescue and Sanctuary. Professional Member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers. Supporting member of the International Association of Applied Behavior Consultants
AACE, OTJ, SDJ, CTDI, CPDT-KA
CGC, CGCA, CGCU and S.T.A.R. Puppy Evaluator by the American Kennel Club (AKC).
After her career at George Washington University, Grace recently transitioned to focus on her passion for dogs and dog training. She has more than 8 years dog training experience, having raised her Cavalier King Charles Spaniel from a puppy and trained him in CGC and Obedience. More recently, she and her husband adopted two Australian Cattle dog mixes from Small Miracles Rescue in Ellicott City, and has been training them in Rally, CGC, Trick, TORC and Agility. Grace studied with CANINES AT TRAINING in their Intern/Apprentice program; became an Official TORC Judge and CTDI (Certified Trick Dog Instructor) and earned her Certified Professional Dog Trainer – Knowledge Assessment (CPDT-KA) title/credential. She has earned titles in Obedience, Agility, Rally, CGC, TORC and Trick.
OTJ, CTDI, CPDT-KA
Kirsten’s love of animals began as a young child. She started riding horses at the age of three and competing at the age of five. When she was 14, she worked for a small animal vet. She then started pet sitting at age 17. Her next venture at age 18 was pursuing a position as a large animal vet tech. She realized she had an interest in the training aspect of animals and took a barn management position and an internship in natural horsemanship. From there she moved on to manage an Olympic riders barn. Kirsten’s next pursuit was managing a doggie daycare and boarding kennel. Her exploits in her various animal-related experiences lead her to realize dog training was her passion, and entered and completed the apprenticeship program at Canines At Training and is now a certified trainer.
CPDT-KA, OTJ, CTDI
Shana has been an avid lover of animals since she was young. She was a youth volunteer at the Maryland Zoo and has always had a dog(s) in her life. Shana has found a passion in trick training, and other dog sports, and loves to use it to help build strong relationships between dogs and their handlers. There is nothing she loves more than to see a confident dog bonding with their owner. Shana has been going to Canines At Training for years with her own dogs and has followed her dream of becoming a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) through the C.A.T. Apprentice program.
OTJ
Vicki works full time as an elementary school teacher while preparing for a second career that combines her passion for teaching and her love of dogs. She has over 30 years of experience working with her own dogs in obedience, agility, and scent work. She enjoys training her dogs to build a strong positive relationship and to keep them happily engaged in enjoyable activities. Vicki is currently training her two Golden Retrievers, a puppy and a four-year old, at CANINES AT TRAINING. She is also working towards earning her Certified Professional Dog Trainer’s (CPDT-KA) license through the Intern/Apprentice program with CANINES AT TRAINING.
Corissa is an breeder/owner/handler of some fantastic Borzoi's. She also teaches the Conformation class, and is our amazing groomer!
We are delighted to have Ashleigh join our team! She has many years of experience as a grooming assistant and is an invaluable part of our staff!
Joshua's love for animals is absolutely the joy of his life! He has a true heart for rescue dogs and wild life rescue. He actively works with a local Dog Rescue fostering and training puppies and young dogs at home, until they find their furever families! He takes pride in teaching his foster dogs new tricks and giving them unconditional love! Joshua hopes to one day own a dog and wildlife rescue center. The apprenticeship program at Canines At Training is the first step to obtaining his dream, where he will obtain his Certified Professional Dog Trainer's (CPDT-KA) license.
Great Pyrenees
"Rivergroves Xander Of Portmeirion VX TORC-GM TDGCH SDCH
CCF-CH TC-CH CD RE FDC ACT2 ACT2J SDPRO CGCA CGCU TKE ATT NDD"
Xander has a sense of humor. He can be a great big goofball at times and at others, seriously focused as can be when learning fun new things.
Xander achieved his Champion Trick Dog, CGC, CGCA & CGCU titles all before the age of 4 1/2 months! He's shown in Conformation. He is now a Grand Champion Trick Dog, Champion Stunt Dog and Fitness Champion. He holds titles in Agility, Rally, Farm Dog, Obedience, Draft Dog and breed Versatility. He is the first dog to earn his TORC Grand Master title and was the breed winner for the 2020 AKC National Trick Dog Elite Performer competition. He won High in Trial (Obedience) two years in a row at the Great Pyrenees National Specialty - a record that hasn't been broken for ten years! Xander is also one of our Canine Mentors for Service Dogs.
He's currently trying his paw in animal acting and is a "Level 5 Professional" Certified Animal Actor
Xander is the constant companion and teacher's aid for Diane
Australian Shepherd
"Zabzoos Makeeda Moonshine" TORC-M3X TDCH SDCH CCF-CH ACT2 RA SDPRO CGCA CGCU TKE FDC ATT"
Got a cookie? Makeeda will try anything, anything at all if there's a promise of a tasty biscuit involved!
Makeeda has Champion titles in Stunt Dog, Trick Dog, and Fitness. She's earned Rally, Agility, Farm Dog, TORC, CGC, CGCA and CGCU titles and was also one of the first dogs to earn the prestigious title of TORC Master!
Makeeda is one of our Canine Mentors for Service Dogs.
She's currently trying her paw in competition obedience and Scent work with her mom Wendy, by her side.
Labrador Retriever
"Chilbrook Glacier Bay" TORC M2X CGCA CGCU TKP RE SIN WC CC
Banks is a versatile boy. He has completed his AKC Trick performer, Rally Excellent and Canine Good Citizen titles. Along with those impressive titles, he has earned his Scent Work, Working Certificate, and Conformation Certificate.
Banks is also one of our Canine Mentors for Service Dogs.
He will be going for his CD in obedience soon and we will be working on scent work as our new adventure.
He is a wonderful demo dog for our group classes, go-to distraction dog for drop off training, along with being a neutral dog for reactivity training. Banks also manages most of our puppy play sessions.
He has become the ideal Labrador and partner for Kirsten!
Golden Retriever
“East Gate Aries” TORC-M CGC ETD
Ready for a Party? Finley’s your guy!
He has never met a dog or human he didn’t love!
Finley has earned TORC and Trick titles and aspires to earn Rally titles as well. He is also working towards more advanced Canine Good Citizen titles. He has tried his paw at Animal Acting, Stunts, and Agility with enthusiasm. Any time he has the chance to work with his human and canine friends is a great day for Finley.
He is always willing to demonstrate and practice his skills when his mom, Vicki, is teaching. On occasion he enjoys joining Banks to help supervise puppy play sessions!
Some of Our Team
top left to right: Grace, Kathleen, Shana
middle: Vicki, Kirsten, Tera
bottom: Wendy, Diane
not pictured: Corissa, Ashleigh, Joshua
