Alexis

Q: What sets you apart as a trainer?
A: I think that what sets me apart as a trainer is that I take time to get to know my canine clients personalities and do my best to adjust the lesson to each dog's learning style.

Q: What is the most challenging part of Dog Training?
A: The most challenging part of dog training is finding the best way to determine and explain to a client exactly what their dog needs to succeed. Every dog is different and learns differently.

Q: If you were a dog, what breed would you be and why?
A: If I were a dog, I would be a Pitbull. Tough as nails and a good heart. Pitbulls love to please and can easily adapt to most situations.

Alexyss

Q: Why did you become a Canine Company certified trainer?
A: I absolutely loved the idea of helping people to become closer to their dogs. I really enjoy learning about animal behaviorisms and being able to utilize that knowledge to help train both the animal and help the owner understand their pets body language better.

Q: Tell us about your best dog boasting moment.
A: I taught a Belgian Malinois that was unable to be walked and who knocked people down the staircase not only to walk politely but also to wait at the top of the stairs. Now he can go on walks with anyone, including the 65-year-old grandmother of the house. He also waits politely at the top of every staircase for people to get to the bottom. The family feels like I've saved their home!

Q: What is the most challenging part of Dog Training?
A: The patience required to work with a more difficult dog. Sometimes the milestone you make in a training sessions isn't the progress you or the client were expecting. The thing to remember is that every dog learns at their own pace and some take longer.

Andrea

Q: Why did you become a Canine Company Trainer?
A: I love animals and I've been working with them for a while.

Q: What sets you apart as a trainer?
A: My energy and drive to learn more everyday.

Q: What’s the most challenging part of dog training? 
A: Not giving up before the lightbulb moment happens.  

Q: What’s the coolest or most unusual name for a dog you have ever heard? 
A: Either Wilson after the volleyball from Castaway or Taco.

Q: If you were a dog, what breed would you be? 
A: Golden, I am spunky and full of energy.

Q: Tell us about your best dog boasting moment?
A: My best boasting moment is teaching my own dog to behave and be a good member of society.

Q: What else can you tell us about yourself? 
A: I can tell you that I am an out going fun loving person who truly enjoys the fun side of life I used to groom dogs and got bit by the training bug!

Ariella

Q: Why did you become a Canine Company certified trainer?
A: I have always had a passion for animals and teaching. Being a trainer allows me to teach both animals and people. I love when I can help people understand more about their pets' behavior; it allows them to have a better understanding and relationship with their pets.

Q: What do you think sets you apart as a trainer?
A: My patience. I have been working with both dogs and people for many years and I love seeing when people and dogs have that "ah-ha" moment.

Q: If you were a dog, what breed would you be?
A: I would be a Saint Bernard because I have a big heart and love to help people.

Arthur

Q: Why did you become a Canine Company Trainer?
A: I've always loved dogs and the bonds between people and dogs. It's one of the most remarkable parts of the human experience in my opinion, two different species forming a closely knit family and working together.

Q: What sets you apart as a trainer? 
A: I think what sets me apart as a trainer is that although dogs are distinctly different than humans, I tend to view them as individuals on the same level of awareness as people. I think there is value in recognizing how we are different from dogs, but also how we are very much alike- and how those differences can help us to work together.

Q: What's the most challenging part of dog training?
A: The most challenging part of dog training is learning to speak a different language in order to teach a dog how to speak ours.

Q: What's the coolest or most unusual name for a dog you have ever heard?
A: Pamola

Q: If you were a dog, what breed would you be?
A: I'd probably be a Malamute because of their love for the outdoors!

Q: Tell us about your best dog boasting moment?
A: My sister's dog Chomsky can be very temperamental and reactive with men, however with just a little bit of work him and I have grown extremely close and I often watch him for my sister as I'm one of the few people in our family he'll listen to and trusts.

Q: What else can you tell us about yourself?
A: I play the violin and the guitar, and enjoy spending as much time as I can hiking trails and spending time in the Great Outdoors.

Arya

Q: Why did you become a Canine Company Trainer?
A: I wanted to help people with rowdy dogs.

Q: What sets you apart as a trainer?
A: I know how to train for service tasks.

Q: What’s the most challenging part of dog training? 
A: The people who want their dogs trained but have no follow through.

Q: What’s the coolest or most unusual name for a dog you have ever heard? 
A: Zephyr

Q: If you were a dog, what breed would you be? 
A: Rottie

Q: Tell us about your best dog boasting moment?
A: Muzzle training a mini Aussie at my old daycare job.

Q: What else can you tell us about yourself?
A: I love all animals and I hope to expand my training knowledge with the coming years I have with Canine Company.

Ashley

Q: Why did you become a certified dog trainer?
A: To make a difference in not only the dog’s life but the owner’s life, too. Also, to witness the growth of an individual pet and see the impact training can make on the quality of their life and the household’s.

Q: What do you think sets you apart as a trainer?
A: Having 16 years of experience working with animals, starting since I was 10 years old. I've volunteered at animal shelters so I understand rescue dogs and how individualized their trainings need to be. I've also worked and gone to school in the medical field so I'm able to bring that experience to the table and ensure that dogs happy and healthy.

Q: Tell us about your best #dogboasting moment.
A: I was teaching "leave it" for the first time to a young puppy. The client couldn't get over how quickly the dog picked it up. He called in every member of his family, he got his in-laws on Skype, and phoned his neighbors to prove he adopted a smart dog.

Avery

Q: Why did you become a Canine Company trainer?
A: I love working with dogs.

Q: What's the most challenging part of dog training?
A: When dogs have presensitivities.

Q: If you were a dog, what breed would you be?
A: I would say mixed breed due to the fact I am very different around certain people depending on the situation. 

Q: Tell us about your best dog boasting moment.
A: When I train dogs that owners believe cannot be trained.

Brad

Q: What do you think makes you a good trainer?
A: My versatility with all aspects of Canine Company, from Invisible Fence installs to Manners training.

Q: What’s the key to successful dog training?
A: Consistency from everyone involved.

Q: What’s the most memorable name for a dog you’ve ever heard?
A: I'll say JJ. It’s just one of those names that sticks out.

Q: If you were a dog, what breed would you be?
A: I'd be a Newfoundland. I’m nice and fairly big and cuddly.

Cassidy

Q: Why did you become a Canine Company Trainer?
A: Prior to becoming a Canine Company trainer, I was a preschool teacher. I became a Canine Company trainer because I knew I loved teaching but wanted something new and this is the perfect fit for me.

Q: What sets you apart as a trainer?
A: hat sets me apart as a trainer is my ability to connect and engage with anyone I talk to.

Q: What’s the coolest or most unusual name for a dog you have ever heard?
A: The coolest name for a dog I've heard is McLovin.

Q: If you were a dog, what breed would you be?
A: If I were a dog, I'd be a pitbull.

Q: Tell us about your best dog boasting moment?
A: My best dog boasting moment was when I did 6 session with a nervous dog, and on the final session with me he walked outside, off leash, and started playing with his sister.

Q: What else can you tell us about yourself?
A: A fun fact about myself is that I've been a volunteer firefighter for over 10 years.

Christina

Q: What do you think sets you apart as a trainer?
A: I think my background in zoo-keeping and exotic animal training sets me apart from the other trainers. We use the same method to train tigers as we use to train your dog!

Q: What’s the most challenging part of dog training?
A: The most challenging thing is getting everyone in the house on the same page and having everyone use the same language.

Q: Tell us about your best #dogboasting moment.
A: My best #dogboasting moment was actually a bird boasting moment. I taught a Blue and Gold Macaw to do voluntary nail trims, which is usually a big challenge!

Dave K.

Q: What do you think makes you a good trainer?
A: Experience. I've been creating safe and happy environments for dogs for over 11 years. Very little can surprise me anymore, which helps me create fast and easy solutions for my clients. I also like to think I make the solutions come about in a fun and interactive way.

Q: What’s the coolest name for a dog you’ve ever heard?
A: One family let their kids name a new dog and they came up with Pajamas. I still smile about that.

Q: Tell us about your best #dogboasting moment.
A: I love the reaction I get from a pessimistic client. Sometimes I'm at a client's home who thinks hope is lost and their dog just will never to behave. Usually before I leave the first session I can see a look of both surprise and relief on their faces.

Dave W.

Q: Tell us about your best dog boasting moment.
A: My best dog boasting moment was with a dog that was notorious for jumping up and mouthing people he just met. He had even accidentally hurt people with his excitement. He was very large and hyper and our training sessions were slow until finally it started to click and he understood what we wanted from him. The first time he greeted a new person by sitting, I felt so proud of our hard work together.

Q: What sets you apart as a trainer?
A: What sets me apart as a trainer is my experience working with many different animal species other than just dogs. I can gather my knowledge from working with other species and apply it to dog training.

Q: If you were a dog, what breed would you be and why?
A: If I were a dog I would be an American Brittany. They are energetic, intelligent, and friendly and I feel I connect well with the energy of the breed.

Dawn

Q: What do you think makes you a good trainer?
A: Well, I have a lot of patience, which comes in handy when dealing with four-legged friends and sometimes their two-legged owners.

Q: What’s the most unusual name for a dog you’ve ever heard?
A: After 15 years of doing this, it’s still Frog, the name of a yellow lab pup. It felt really odd calling the dog by its name during the visits.

Q: If you were a dog, what breed would you be?
A: A mixed breed. But a customer did tell me once that I had the hair of a poodle.

Erin

Q: Why did you become a Canine Company certified trainer?
A: I've always been drawn to animals. Growing up I knew I would be the most fulfilled if I could dedicate my time to benefit them in some way. I am so happy to be a part of Canine Company's mission to better the relationships of pets and their owners!

Q: Tell us about your best dog boasting moment.
A: Gaining a very timid dog's trust. Being patient enough to watch a shy pup become more and more comfortable with me is very rewarding.

Q: If you were a dog, what breed would you be and why?
A: Doberman Pinscher. I'm curious, loyal, and loving to people who are close to me. I need to be kept busy and active or I will get stir crazy.

Greg

Q: What do you think makes you a good trainer?
A: It has to be my personality. I'm a very outgoing person and it allows me to connect with our clients to really find what they are trying to achieve and apply that to the training sessions.

Q: What’s the key to successful dog training?
A: Just being patient. Some dogs take longer to pick up things than others and in those situations remaining patient can be difficult but it’s a must for the dog to learn.

Q: What’s the most unusual name for a dog you’ve ever heard?
A: Whiskey. And the owner didn't even like to drink.

Heather

Q: What sets you apart as a dog trainer?
A: With over 25 years of experience in the field, it would be easy for me to think I know it all, but I am a firm believer that a person, just like a dog, is never done learning! This open-minded approach allows me to be creative in training, so if I’m met with a stubborn canine client, I can combine my knowledge of learning theory with understanding of how to motivate a dog, and end up with a fun learning experience for all involved!

Q: What is the most challenging part of being a dog trainer?
A: With all of the clipped media and TV shows available now, a big challenge is helping clients to understand that modifying their dog’s behavior is not a magic trick! I really enjoy working with whole families, because getting everyone who interacts with the dog on the same page and providing consistent feedback to their pet is where the magic really happens!

Q: If you were a dog, what breed would you be?
A: Hmm… likely a Pit mix. Strong, friendly, loyal, big smile, and still widely misunderstood!

Joe

Q: What sets you apart as a trainer?
A: I'm a hard working guy who is confident in his abilities to achieve anything he is willing to work for with the drive to make sure things are done right.

Q: Tell us about your best dog boasting moment.
A: The best moments for me are when people are happy and stress free because their dog is living a happy healthy life.

Q: What's the coolest or most unusual name for a dog you've ever heard?
A: Once a guy was screaming for "Mike" and I was waiting for Mike, expecting him to be a person. Then a big boxer came flying around the corner.

Juan

Q: Why did you become a Canine Company certified trainer?
A: I love working with dogs! I wanted to help give both the pets and the owners a better quality life in the household.

Q: What’s the most challenging part of dog training?
A: I would say being patient as sometimes it just takes the pet a little time to put everything together.

Q: If you were a dog, what breed would you be and why?
A: I'd be a mixed breed, because they are just awesome. They are energetic, loving, loyal, and always looking to please.

Katie

Q: Why did you become a Canine Company certified trainer?
A: Because I have an ongoing passion for dog training and love learning new things. Keeping dogs safe, well-educated, and behaved keeps them in loving homes, which is very important.

Q: What do you think sets you apart as a trainer?
A: I have been training dogs for 15 years professionally. I have worked with many breeds and behaviors. I know a lot of tricks and tidbits. I love working with dogs and seeing them perfect new commands and tricks.

Q: If you were a dog, what breed would you be and why?
A: I would be a Border Collie or a Cattle Dog as I am active and driven, but also independent and sometimes stubborn.

Kristin

“What led me to working with dogs is I’ve always had a passion for them since i was a child. I’ve always had a dog in my 25 years of life, they’re such a special kind of animal and there’s nothing like them. I’ve very grateful to have a job where I can be around them daily. 
My favorite breed is German shepherds, I think they’re such beautiful built dogs, so intelligent and loyal. 
For fun outside of work I like to snowboard in the winters, I’m also a licensed skydiver, I travel when I can, and I like to go to music festivals. 
My favorite food, man that’s a tough one, but probably Japanese or Italian. 
My favorite thing about working with dogs is watching them progress in their training, it’s such a rewarding feeling.”

Kristina

Q: What do you think sets you apart as a trainer?
A: I have a variety of work experience. Everything from directing a nature program for kids to doing climate research in the White Mountains to banding birds for MassWildlife. I believe this helps me train with a fresh perspective.

Q: If you were a dog, what breed would you be and why?
A: I would be a Collie - loyal, adaptable, and intuitive.

Q: Tell us about your best #dogboasting moment.
A: My best #dogboasting moment was actually with a bunny! I taught my rabbit to use a litter box and to go back into her house on command. It’s so much easier than running around after her!

Kyle

Q: What is the most challenging part of Dog Training?
A: The most challenging part about dog training is learning the different personalities of dogs and learning how to morph the training around them and to be able to complete the task at hand while instructing the client at the same time.

Q: What's the coolest or most unusual name for a dog you've ever heard?
A: The most interesting dog name I've seen so far would proudly have to be Cumulonimbus just like the cloud.

Q: Tell us about your best dog boasting moment.
A: My best dog boasting moment would have to be working with my own dog Shamus! He’s a Belgian Malinois who is very stubborn. When I would take him off leash and tell him to run inside he would just run away. Finally, I was able to teach him that once I said “inside” it meant to run inside. So now every time I take him off leash when we get back from a walk I say “inside” and he runs right through the front door. I'm truly proud of that!

Client Review:
"Kyle T. was our installer/trainer and he was excellent! He was very personable, professional and knowledgeable. He clearly loves dogs and went out of his way to make it a successful and positive experience for our puppy, Bailey. I would highly recommend Kyle for any service related to dog training." – Sheila O’Donnell

Laura

My favorite food is Pizza and my favorite movie is 101 Dalmatians. Outside of work I enjoy hiking with my dogs and family and view animals as a whole as a hobby. I also love working with dogs because they don’t judge you.

Michaela

Q: Why did you become a Canine Company certified trainer?
A: I became a Canine Company trainer because I am passionate about the shaping behaviors of dogs and helping them become a well-rounded family companion. Training dogs is not just a job for me but more of a passion.

Q: What is the most challenging part of Dog Training?
A: The most challenging part of being a dog trainer is putting yourself into the mindset of a dog and understanding their thought process.

Q: If you were a dog, what breed would you be and why?
A: I would be a coonhound so I could howl to the sky and have big floppy ears!

Michelle

Q: Why did you become a Canine Company Trainer?
A: I became a Canine Company Trainer for a few reasons: First, I love Canine Company. It is not only what they do to help keep our pups safe in their home but also HOW they do it. When I first started with the company I wanted to be ALL Canine.  I wanted to train, to coach, and when asked “What would you like to train?” my response was “people, dogs.. you name it, I want to train it.” Once I understood the methodology of the training process I knew I had a lot to learn, but being a Canine Company Trainer was in line with what my vision of ALL Canine Company was.
 
Q: What sets you apart as a trainer?
A: Relatability, passion and understanding – not only the behavior of the pup but also the ability to relate to the family. You need to have a vision in order to set the course of action that will ultimately lead to the overall success. Short term and long term goals are my specialty.  There has never been a goal I have not set and met and or exceeded.
 
Q: What’s the most challenging part of dog training?
A: I would have to say, the toughest part is really not the pup or teaching the pup their manners/obedience, I think the toughest part is actually teaching the pup's parents. Consistency is the key. Every pup wants to please us, it is our job to help them understand the "how to."
 
Q: What’s the coolest or most unusual name for a dog you have ever heard?
A: There are so many!!! The one that really stands out to me is “Google”  It just makes me smile from the inside out. 
 
Q: If you were a dog, what breed would you be?
A: I would probably be a Mutt – I don’t have just one job but many and they are all just as important as the next.

Q: Tell us about your best dog boasting moment.
A: My best dog boasting moment is with my own dog, Holly. My rescue who was a feral, 3 years old, rehomed 3 times with very little hope of a forever home. She has gone from one of the shyest pups, with absolutely no confidence - she couldn’t even be in the same room as others. She was the one who would hide when she would hear a stranger's voice. Now her confidence is obvious! This girl now owns the yard, running, jumping like a true Springer does when they play. A little girl that was easily absorbed in a room to now being the center of attention. Patience, love, consistency and trust are just some of the active ingredients used to help this little rescue become a remarkable family member. 

Q: What else can you tell us about yourself?
A: My love is for all animals, big and small. I am that person that would go into a shelter looking for the one who has the least chance of being adopted – that’s when I know they are the one for me. I have a rule in our home: There are 7 rooms in the house, that means we can have up to 7 animals (1 per room). Currently we have 6 – 2 dogs, 3 horses, and 1 cat – all rescued. 

Mike

Q: What is the most challenging part of Dog Training?
A: Trying to figure out what each individual dog's needs are and adapting training methods accordingly. It's more of an art than a science, because every dog is different.

Q: What sets you apart as a trainer?
A: I am naturally positive and friendly and do my best to make everyone feel comfortable and confident. Dogs who don't typically respond well to men usually take to me pretty quickly. In the past, I've worked with dogs who were in a "last resort" setting and have seen what can happen when dogs haven't been given the opportunity to be trained well and guided in their behavior. That is an advantage for me as I help our customers nip that kind of behavior in the bud.

Q: What else can you tell us about yourself?
A: Although I love dogs, I'm a proud cat dad. I'm an avid reader of all kinds of literature. I love to cook (and eat).

Nathan

Q: Why did you become a Canine Company certified trainer?
A: I have watched many dogs act inappropriately in their homes and their families just don’t know how to help. I wanted to give them the resources to change that dysfunction and bring about a more orderly home.

Q: What is the most challenging part of Dog Training?
A: The most challenging part of dog training is imparting and impressing that consistency in homework is crucial to the long term success of the dog and family.

Q: If you were a dog, what breed would you be and why?
A: I would be a working dog, specifically a German Shepherd.

Nikki

Q: What sets you apart as a dog trainer?
A: What sets me apart as a trainer are my unique experiences. Not only have I trained dogs, but I previously worked at a zoo where I trained all types of species including parrots, reptiles, and even a porcupine. I'm able to apply all these previous interactions to the dogs I work with every day.

Q: What is the most challenging part of being a dog trainer?
A: The most challenging part of dog training is consistency. When life gets crazy or busy, it can sometimes be very difficult making sure the dog gets in some training time.

Q: Tell us about your best dog boasting moment.
A: My best #dogboasting moment was when I worked at an animal shelter. We had a very large dog that would constantly pull on leash and was very mouthy. He was almost impossible to walk! Through a lot of patience, strength and a great walking tool I was able to get him walking calmly, even in a busy downtown area.

Roger

Q: Why did you become a Canine Company Trainer?
A: My love of animals and my desire to help keep them safe compelled me to pursue a career with Canine Company. Before Canine Company, I worked in the vet department of an animal shelter and I knew from that point on that I wanted to continue working somewhere I could help to keep animals happy and healthy!

Q: What sets you apart as a trainer?
A: I love teaching humans just as much as I love teaching dogs! I am extremely passionate about any knowledge I can take in and pass down to others. It is my privilege to begin teaching Canine Manners and passing down what I have learned to our customers!

Q: What’s the most challenging part of dog training?
A: From my experience, the most difficult part of dog training is helping clients to develop the patience and persistence required to teach their dog new behaviors.

Q: What’s the coolest or most unusual name for a dog you have ever heard? 
A: Ariella and I once went out to help potty train an adorable pup that went by the funny and cute name Mulchy!

Q: If you were a dog, what breed would you be?
A: I'm not quite sure, but I love Border Collies so I'll go with that!

Q: Tell us about your best dog boasting moment?
A: My most rewarding training moment came just this past weekend! I got to put my Manners training to the test and I was able to teach my mom's 6 year old, deaf, rescue pup a "down" command using hand signals only. It was amazing to be able to help my family learn another way to interact and communicate with our beloved Beau!

Q: What else can you tell us about yourself? 
A: I am a proud father of two ferrets (Pogo & Panda) and two guinea pigs (Latte & Espresso)! I do not currently have a dog of my own, but my dream is to have a big enough yard for my (future) Border Collie to run around!

Ryan

Q: Why did you become a Canine Company Trainer?
A: I became a Canine Company trainer to best serve the client's needs and make every dog's life that much better. 
 
Q: What sets you apart as a trainer?
A: What sets me apart as an animal trainer is how much I care for the health and happiness of the animals that we work with.
 
Q: What’s the most challenging part of dog training?
A: The most challenging part of training is being patient with the dog even when they are being stubborn.
 
Q: What’s the coolest or most unusual name for a dog you have ever heard?
A: Quetzalcoatl call Quetz for short, and no I am not making that up! 
 
Q: If you were a dog, what breed would you be?
A: A basset hound - I am determined, independent and a little bit country.

Q: Tell us about your best dog boasting moment.
A: The best dog boasting moment is when you see the dog understand and the clients see the dog understand - there's no better feeling in the world.

Q: What else can you tell us about yourself?
A: I am a wildlife biologist who has always loved animals. I have honed the craft of animal care and training in wildlife sanctuaries, zoos, non-profits, and aquariums; and I would love to bring all of this expertise into making sure your dog is always safe and well behaved.