Sandy, a charter member of APDT and certified IAABC, brings over 40 years of experience to her work as a trainer and behavior consultant. She specializes in behavior consultation, pet therapy, owner-trained service dogs, and obedience training.
Her certifications include CDBC, and her training equipment comprises hands-free leash, gentle leader, martingale collars, harnesses, treats, and toys. Sandy’s approach focuses on determining what each dog values and utilizing those incentives to aid in their learning process, allowing them to ‘learn to earn.’
Emphasizing a philosophy of working in harmony with both dog and owner, Sandy’s goal is to facilitate clear and gentle communication. With a background in Sociology and a minor in Child Psychology, she has a deep understanding of behavior and communication.
Sandy is a retired certified behavior consultant with a commitment to using only gentle methods, stressing education and understanding while fostering clear communication between dog and human. Sandy is also an AKC/CGC evaluator and, despite being retired, occasionally takes on a few special clients.
Her work focuses on teaching both dogs and humans to communicate clearly through gentle methods, emphasizing education and understanding. Sandy remains dedicated to her work, ensuring a harmonious relationship between owners and their canine companions.
