Tracey Bonanni has been surrounded by animals since the age of 2. During her therapy dog handler course, she realized she wanted to shift her career path and become a dog trainer.
She was offered an apprenticeship with Dr. Alice Quinn, a legendary dog trainer and behaviorist. During her apprenticeship, she was exposed to evidence-based practices and trained service dogs, therapy dogs, basic and advanced puppy classes.
Training Philosophy
Tracey believes in strengthening the bond between dogs and their owners through evidence-based, force-free, positive reinforcement training.
Services
Tracey offers private lessons in basic manners for dogs of every age and training level, and introduction to therapy dogs. She also provides training for therapy dogs.
Certifications
Tracey is a certified CPDT-KA dog trainer and a member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT).
Specializations
- Therapy dog training
- Basic manners training
- Puppy training
Training Methods
Evidence-based, force-free, positive reinforcement training
