MyDog'sTrainer - ProfilesArchive

About Me

In 2001, I graduated from Biola University with a Bachelor's of Arts degree, and went to work for Petsmart, where I became a certified pet trainer and taught group classes, that ranged from Puppy Kindergarten to Basic Obedience, to Advanced Obedience and AKC Canine Good Citizen Testing, to Trick Training. In 2003, I founded My Dog's Trainer, which offered in home consulatations and personalized, private lessons, focusing on general canine manners and obedience instruction. On the first of January 2007, My Dog's Trainer, became MDT Dog Training, but continues to operate under the same values and with the same personalized approach.
I believe that dogs are valuable family members worthy of being given the chance to learn, and this is the premise upon which I have built my company. As long as you are committed to your dog and their well being, I can work with you and your dog to help them adjust their behavior and become a well mannered part of your family, adding to both of your quality of life.

My Interests

Dogs, Animal Rescue, Photography, Writing, Painting and the Arts.

I'd like to meet:

I'm always on the lookout for fellow trainers to swap ideas and experiences with and rescue agencies and shelters to network with and help out with however I can. I'd also like to meet anyone who is looking to improve the manners of their already almost perfect or not so perfect best friend. I want to help you!

Everyone is always surprised with how much a few obedience lessons can help eliminate so many frustrating behaviors. (And, no I don't train roommates, husbands, boyfriends, girlfriends, or kids, although some people wish that I did after they see what I can do to help their dogs.)

If you are a current client or a future client and were referred here by me, or someone else, welcome! I hope you find the information here useful. And, if you are a friend, family member, or just fellow animal lover, welcome as well.

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Music:

I'll listen to most anything that isn't annoying. I'm a pretty simple girl really--read no ipods here. I enjoy the radio, preferably if it is classic rock, bluegrass, or country. Some of my favorite musicians are Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Led Zeppelin, Guns and Roses, Garth Brooks, Tim McGraw, Tracy Chapman, and Kid Rock.

Television:

...is best watched on dvd and tivo.

Heroes:

My younger brother Nate who is over in Iraq right now. Come home safe!

My Blog

Possible dog aggression.

Hi Carrie, I think it's me who needs help...not my dog! Rex is an 11 year old Rhodesian Ridgeback mix, who's been a member of our family since he was a puppy. Recently, he has become "dog aggressive"....
Posted by MyDog'sTrainer on Thu, 30 Nov 2006 09:17:00 PST

Animal health concerns, regarding a boarding facility.

Brenda writes:My current kennel (or used to be our dogs vacation home) was sold and now there are about 500 dogs there, they said they were involved with a rescue mission but I am having trouble belie...
Posted by MyDog'sTrainer on Wed, 08 Nov 2006 06:29:00 PST

Previously housetrained, now suddenly urinating in the house.

A reader writes:Hi,I have a dog question...I have a puppy Chihuahua who is about 10 months old. I got him when he was 2 months old and was housetraining him with indoor pads. He's been fine up until a...
Posted by MyDog'sTrainer on Wed, 08 Nov 2006 06:07:00 PST

New baby in the home.

Katie writes:I love training, too. But, there's one thing I have no experience with. I wondered if you could give me some help.I have a five month old Basset Hound. He deffinately still has a lot of p...
Posted by MyDog'sTrainer on Wed, 25 Oct 2006 05:49:00 PST

Coping with the loss of a pet.

Natasha writes:i need u'r advice, i want to adopt a dog sooo bad but i'm not sure if i'm ready, my last best friend died and i'm having a real hard time dealing with it. I missed her so much and i don...
Posted by MyDog'sTrainer on Wed, 25 Oct 2006 05:25:00 PST

Dog question. Separation Anxiety.

Debra writes:I recently adopted a dog (1-2 yr. old, dach/terr mix) with unknown back ground. she is a rescue dog. Anyway, she is basically a good dog. she does show signs of having been mistreated bef...
Posted by MyDog'sTrainer on Fri, 13 Oct 2006 09:36:00 PST

Sometimes we feel like we are sharing our house with animals...

...and sometimes we feel like they are sharing their house with us!Haha.One of my two cats, Jackie (Captain Jack Sparrow) is very fastidious about being clean. When my dog Skyla uses her puppy p...
Posted by MyDog'sTrainer on Wed, 11 Oct 2006 07:47:00 PST

Dog question. Housetraining.

Larene writes:I have a 2 year old mini dachshund named mathilda. I tried to crate train her, but she freaked out too much (she tries to chew out of the bathroom when I have locked her in there). Anywa...
Posted by MyDog'sTrainer on Thu, 05 Oct 2006 03:58:00 PST

Dog question. Digging.

LeRon writes:We have a Lab who is a digger. Can you in any way help with that? Thanks for your time. ------------------------------------------------------------ ------------------Hi Leron,Thanks for y...
Posted by MyDog'sTrainer on Thu, 28 Sep 2006 05:55:00 PST

Cat questions. Scratching the carpet, and biting.

My pure-bred Blue-point Siamese kitty, Kilo Malia(who will be two next month) is a biter first & foremost. She doesn't scratch you, she bites. I will be just sitting there & she'll come up to cuddle. ...
Posted by MyDog'sTrainer on Thu, 28 Sep 2006 05:18:00 PST