Local R+ Force-Free Dog Training Services
with Over 30 Years of Experience

Our Dedicated & Passionate Founder

I am a Science-Based Force Free Positive Reinforcement Certified Professional Dog Trainer. I have dedicated my life and career to the care and well-being of all animals, most especially dogs, and cats. I provide private consultation-training services either in your home or at Wyolina Kennels Resort, as well as a variety of group classes and specialty clinics at the Wyolina Kennels Resort facility in Harrisburg, NC.

I have focused on behavior and training throughout my career and continuing education. I have worked for over 28 years as a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), Veterinary Practice Manager, and Professional Dog Trainer. I am a CPDT-KA trainer, a Pat Miller Certified Trainer4 and Affiliate, a Victoria Stilwell Academy graduate, a Fear Free Certified Professional Trainer, a Pet Professional Guild, and an Association of Profession Dog Trainers, Fear Free Certified Professionals, and the Society of Veterinary Behavior Technicians. 

To further my education, in 2019, I moved to Maryland to study under the renowned Pat Miller, attending her advanced training academies and completing a 2.5-year internship under her tutelage. 

I also had the honor of and gained invaluable experience employed as a lead trainer at her Peaceable Paws facility. Upon the completion of my internship, I moved back to NC to be closer to be my family and to return to my business. 

Although I am originally from Roswell, Georgia, greater Charlotte has been my home for over 30 years. My furry family members are Stilwell – a 5.5-year-old Terrier mix, Miller-a 1.5-year-old Pug, and Petula-a 1.5yr old domestic shorthair cat. Sadly, we recently lost Cora, our 17-year-old Basenji-Shephard mix.