My mission:

• Kindred Hearts is all about having fun while building human-canine relationships.
• Kindred Hearts is all about training dogs to keep them in their homes and out of shelters.
• Kindred Hearts is all about producing dogs that are:  well socialized,  well balanced and good with people and other dogs.
• Kindred Hearts educates pet owners and their children in caring for their dogs through classes, seminars, and private training.

Personal Information:

I am a positive, reward-based dog trainer with 13 years of experience in therapy dog work, rescue dogs, and behavior management. I offer a fun way for you and your dog to learn manners and social skills using positive,  reward-based training.  I do not implement any of the following while training dogs:  prong, choke, or electric (shock) collars, hitting or yelling at your dog. Studies show that these corrections increase animal stress and risk triggering fearful and aggressive behavior.

Continuing education is important, therefore I attend workshops, seminars, conferences.   and read books, I  have a network with other trainers.

 

Memberships and certifications:

• Canine Good Citizen Evaluator
• TDI (Therapy Dogs International)  I have been a member with TDI for 8 years with my dogs Copper and Cheech.
• A member of APDT (Association of Professional dog trainers)

 

My Furry Family

 

 

                 

                                                                                               Toby Jr.  (TJ for short)

 

                                              Always loved and never forgotten: