She realized early on that dog training classes at your average pet store chain were not cutting it to develop a clear and consistent communication system to shape a happy and balanced dog out of Harvey.
Maria has expanded her knowledge through a shadow mentorship with Kim Erickson of The Canine Republic, Justin Rigney’s K9 Services Unlimited bite-work and remote collar workshop, Tyler Muto’s “Consider the Dog” online courses, Method K9’s online fundamental courses, and Sean O’shea’s The Good Dog Way training series courses.
Coming soon in Spring 2021, Maria is attending Oregon Tail’s “The Jentle Method” workshop.
In addition to these programs and continued education, Maria has 3 years experience working with dog packs alongside 3 Mutt-Sketeers Pet Care. Prior to working with dogs, she brings her coaching and serious but fun training experience from the California Motorcyclist Safety Program as a certified motorcycle safety instructor for 5 years.
