I discovered my passion for dogs by working at a local dog training facility as the office staff. I would peek in every chance I got to watch the trainers working with clients and their dogs. Witnessing the transformation and the bonding right before my eyes was just an amazing thing, then and there I knew that is what I want to do in this lifetime.
I believe in a balanced training program with positive reinforcements.I strive to help clients better understand exactly what their dog is thinking and saying to them!
I have completed the Certified Canine Training & Behavior Specialist (C.C.T.B.S) as well as Certified Service & Therapy Dog Training Professional (C.S.T.D.T.P) program with Animal Behavior.
I can always remember the love of dogs. I would bring home stray dogs and beg my parents to keep them and most of the time my wish came true. I have always dreamed of having my own dog business or some type of animal business. I didn’t really know how I would accomplish that dream but fast forward 20 + years and my dream is coming true, with a lot of hard work, determination and patience and not rushing. I am super excited and happy to announce the opening of Alpha Leader K9 Training.
I completed my Certification in Canine Training & Behavior Specialist (C.C.T.B.S) at the Animal Behavior Institute. My goal is to use positive reinforcements for dog training in a fun, relaxed and enjoyable environment. I have trained several Therapy Dogs and just completed training my nieces Service Dog, she has CP. I have been involved in training my own dogs for the last 7 years from basic obedience to therapy training. I am currently training my own dogs to Dock Dive and Scent Work so they will be the ambassadors for our programs at our center.
I have been married for 29 years with 3 children and 2 grands. They are my reason to keep pushing every day. I have over 20 years of customer service training and have been involved in a non profit organization that I started in Arkansas.