Hi! I’m April Sullivan and I’ve been working with 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. I attend yearly 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. Other workshops I’ve attended: Training Cesar’s Way (Cesar Milan), Oregon Tails, Jay Jack, The Wolf and Dog Development Center (UK).

I am a graduate of The Ingraham Academy, where I specialized in Applied Zoopharmacognosy. I am 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. This certification is valuable addition to dog training. 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.