I've been working with dogs since 2017 and training professionally since 2019 — but the thing that's shaped me most as a trainer isn't the years, it's the sport.

I compete in French Ring, one of the most demanding dog sports in the world. In 2024, my dog Ippo won first place at the American National Championship at Level 2. She's now titled at Level 3 — the highest level in the sport. I'm also a certified Level 3 decoy, one of only three people in the entire United States to hold that certification. In September 2026 I'll be traveling to France — the birthplace of the sport — to attempt my Level 3 decoy certification there. If I earn it, I'll be the first American to do so.

I say all of that not to brag, but because it matters for your dog. French Ring demands an elite understanding of dog behavior, drive, arousal, and communication. It's made me a better trainer in ways that years of standard board and trains never could.

Most trainers focus on teaching tricks. I focus on the dog's headspace first. If I can shift how aroused and reactive a dog is — if I can change their mindset — the obedience follows naturally and quickly. That's the piece most trainers miss, and it's the piece that makes the difference between a dog that performs in training and a dog that actually listens at home.

When other trainers hit a wall with a dog they can't figure out, they call me. I've mentored trainers who have gone on to build their own successful businesses, and I regularly consult with other professionals on their most difficult cases. That's not something most trainers can say — and it's something I'm proud of.

I do board and train exclusively because it's the fastest, clearest path to a trained dog. When a professional is working with your dog every single day, everything is more consistent, more intentional, and the dog learns faster. And at graduation, my job shifts — I'm no longer training your dog, I'm training you. Making sure you leave with everything you need to maintain it.

I'll always tell you what your dog needs, even when it's hard to hear. That's the job

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