I am an Animal Behavior College Dog Trainer (ABCDT) with an Australian Shepherd dog of my own. The ABC certification program is a year-long comprehensive curriculum rooted in positive reinforcement training philosophy. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Zoology and a background in veterinary medicine (OSU CVM). I feel very confident that I understand canine communication and training needs due to my high level of animal handling experience combined with numerous veterinary clinical internships. I have an interest in private and group training classes, as well as behavior modification training for local shelters to improve the adoptability of their animals. 

I have a strong interest in the field of animal behavior and would ultimately love to do training for various species of animals; I have worked with horses my entire life, I am very passionate about the environment and improving wildlife conservation as well as the food animal industry, and I was fortunate enough to have a job position at The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium during which I observed positive training of cheetahs and other African animals.

Over the years, animals have left "paw-prints on my heart" and there’s nothing I want more than to bring the loving relationship I have experienced with all the animals in my life, to the lives of many. Animals bridge the connection gap between humans that we sometimes can't overcome ourselves.
 

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I truly believe that understanding animal behavior and training can improve, sustain, and lengthen the unique and special bond that exists between humans and animals.