I’ve been working with dogs (outside of my own personal dogs)since 2009, gaining experience through fostering and volunteering at local shelters.

To stay at the forefront of dog training, I continually seek out the latest methods by attending hands on workshops, online courses, and seminars nationwide. I’ve had the privilege of learning from experts like Cheri Lucas, Brian Agnew, Heather Beck, and Nelson Hodges. I’ve participated in workshops with Training Cesar’s Way (Cesar Milan), Oregon Tails, Jay Jack, Shaun and Kim Ellis of The Wolf and Dog Development Center (UK).

I am a graduate of The Ingraham Academy, where I specialized in Applied Zoopharmacognosy, and a certified Practitioner of the Ingraham Method of Individualized Medication (IMIM) for canines. IMIM harnesses a dog’s natural self-healing abilities through the use of plant-based medicines, essential oils, and nutrients. As practitioners, we do not diagnose health conditions but focus on supporting dogs in maintaining and restoring their natural health. Adding this certification to my expertise is valuable, as many behavioral issues can often be linked to underlying health concerns such as gastrointestinal, urinary, hormonal, pain-related, or nutritional imbalances.

Originally from North Carolina, I hold a Business degree from NC Wesleyan College. In 2016, I relocated to Bend with my husband and our dog, Smidge.