Karen Casey, CPDT-KA, is the owner of Paw To Hoof Pet Services. She has been in the pet service business since 2002 caring for dogs, cats, horses, small farm animals, and pocket pets. She has continued to grow her experience and education in the many facets of training dogs and horses.
Training Philosophy
Karen believes that every animal is a unique individual and that training programs should be tailored to the specific needs of each animal. She is committed to providing high-quality service and helping owners better understand their pets.
Services
Paw To Hoof Pet Services offers a variety of services, including:
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Puppy Learn’N’Play:
This program provides puppies with exercise and play while integrating learning. It includes basic commands like name game, sit, stay, down, come, pillow/bed, as well as any skills that the owner would like the puppy to practice. The program also incorporates socialization field trips to help the puppy grow up to be comfortable in all of his/her environments.
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Dog Walking:
Paw To Hoof Pet Services provides 30 minute or 45 minute walks in the neighborhood or one close by that allows for a safe walking environment for the walkers and dogs alike. The pace of the walk is set by the dog’s stamina and endurance level.
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Small Farm Animal and Horse Care:
These visits are tailored to the individual needs of each farm, large or small.
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Training:
Paw To Hoof Pet Services is unique from other pet service companies in that they are qualified and experienced in training dogs and horses. They work with dogs of all ages from puppies to seniors, on issues from learning basic commands to those hard to handle problems. Horse training services range from ground work basics to riding work.
Certifications
Karen Casey is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer – Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA) from the Council of Certified Professional Dog Trainers. She also has a degree in Horse Management, with a focus on training, from The Ohio State University.
Specializations
Karen specializes in training dogs and horses. She works with dogs of all ages and on a variety of issues, including basic commands, behavior problems, and socialization.
