Annie, the Dog Nanny, is an effective, fun, reward-based dog trainer providing behavior modification services. She has been a Certified Professional Dog Trainer since 2004 and offers in-home private lessons, lodge & learn in the trainer’s home, day training, and puppy training.
Annie’s certifications include CPDT-KSA, and her designations are CPDT-KSA. Her job title is Owner/Trainer. The training equipment she uses includes a leash and collar (buckle or Martingale collar) and/or body harness.
Annie’s training philosophy is based on a gentle, relationship-focused approach, incorporating positive problem-solving techniques. She is dedicated to ongoing professional development and pursues ongoing learning. Her service locations include Dallas, Richardson, Plano, Allen, and Garland.
Annie became a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KSA) in 2004 out of her love for dogs and her enjoyment in helping people. Her training style prioritizes listening to both the dog and owner, fostering relationships of mutual respect and trust between them. She is a member of the APDT (Association of Professional Dog Trainers) and IAABC (International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants).
From 2004 to 2010, Annie worked as a dog trainer at Best Friends Animal Society in Kanab, Utah. There, she worked with caregivers and a population of 400 dogs, including those rescued from puppy mills, fighting rings, hoarding situations, abuse cases, and disaster areas, as well as the Michael Vick court-ordered dogs. Additionally, she was part of a television series called DogTown on National Geographic.
From 2010 to 2013, Annie worked as the Special Programs Coordinator for the APDT (Association of Professional Dog Trainers), where she contributed to the development and management of a training certificate program.
