Karen is a certified professional dog trainer with over 10 years of experience. She holds a B.A. from Bryn Mawr College and is a CPDT-KA. As the owner and lead trainer at PV Positive Dog Training, Karen utilizes treats, toys, treat pouches, front-clip harnesses, clickers, exercise pens, crates, food dispensers, dog puzzles, and long lines as training equipment.
Her training philosophy is based on scientifically researched, force-free methods that are humane, effective, and long-lasting, promoting a confident, relaxed, and thinking dog, as well as the strongest bond. Karen serves the Palos Verdes and surrounding beach cities, offering training services in English.
Karen acquired her CPDT credentials over 12 years ago, spending more than 300 hours as an apprentice to top trainers in L.A. and as a contract trainer in Long Beach. She passed the rigorous CPDT-KA test in 2010, demonstrating her thorough knowledge of science-based dog training. To maintain her CPDT standing, Karen stays current on the latest techniques and science in the field, attending dog training and behavior seminars, webinars, workshops, and conferences, as well as through extensive reading. She has attended seminars and learned from renowned training experts such as Emily Larlham, Patricia McConnell, Ken Ramirez, Grisha Stewart, Nicole Wilde, Suzanne Clothier, and Sue Sternberg.
