Lisa McEvoy- BS, KPA CTP
Education and Experience
B.A. Psychology, University of Vermont Karen Pryor Academy for Animal Training & Behavior moreProfessional Memberships and Affiliations:
- International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants
- United States Dog Agility Association
- Canine Performance Events
- New England Trainer’s Network
- Operation Delta Dog
Training Philosophy:
Lisa focuses on using evidence-based methods to achieve desired behaviors, as well as strengthen the bond between dogs and their owners.Areas of Interest and Expertise
- Agility
- Operant conditioning
- Clicker training
- Reactivity in dogs
- Service dog training
Kim Melanson: BFA, CPDT-KA
Education and Experience
- Professional Dog Trainer since 2001
- Certified Pet Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA)
- AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator
- Counseling Certificate from the SF-SPCA
Professional Memberships and Affiliations:
- Association of Pet Dog Trainers
- International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants
- Consultant, Save-a-dog Rescue Sudbury Ma
- Founding Member, shelter for Shelter Dogs Animal Rescue League of Boston
Training Philosophy:
Kim's training philosophy is solidly based in techniques that are humane and based on science. Her strategies seek to build communication and a lasting relationship with your dog.Areas of Interest and Expertise
- Canine Behavior counseling
- Obedience Training from basic to Advanced
- Puppy Training and Classes
- Shelter Volunteer Training
- Implementation of evaluation and rehabilitation programs and shelters and rescue organizations
Alison MacDonald, KPA CTP
Education and Experience
- Karen Pryor Academy Graduate
- TAGTeach Certified
- Living and Learning with Animals with Dr. Susan Friedman
- IAABC Principles and Practices of Animal Behavior Consulting
- Don Blair Nosework Seminar
- 10+ Fenzi Dog Sports Academy courses
- Ken Ramirez Advanced Training Topics Seminar
- Sue Sternberg Dog - Dog Interactions Seminar
Professional Memberships and Affiliations:
- Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner
- TAGTeach International
- New England Professional Groomers
- IAABC
- Fenzi Dog Sports Academy Alumnus
- Member or Performance Scent Dogs (PSD)
- National Association of Canine Scentwork (NACSW)
Titles
- Nosework 3 (NW3, NACSW)
- Scent Dog Advanced (PSD-SDA)
Clubs and Groups
- Foster for New England Brittany Rescue
- Volunteer for Pug Rescue of New England
Training Philosophy:
Using humane science based methods I can help you open up a conversation with your dog that will allow you to communicate your expectations, better understand your dogs needs and build a relationship based on trust, clear communication and fun!Areas of Interest and Expertise
- Desensitization and handling for nervous/fearful dogs
- Puppy acclimation to grooming and intrusive handling
- Nosework classes and competition
- Building confidence in fearful dogs
- Helping reactive dogs feel better about their world
- Off leash skills
Celine Yang: BS, KPA CTP
Education and Experience
- Karen Pryor Academy Dog Trainer Professional graduate
- Ken Ramirez Advanced Training Topics Seminar
- Michele Pouliot Canine Freestyle and Platform Training Seminar
- 13+ Fenzi Dog Sports Academy courses
Professional Memberships and Affiliations:
- Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner (KPA CTP)
- Fenzi Dog Sports Academy Alumnus
- Performance Scent Dogs (PSD)
- National Association of Canine Scent Work (NACSW)
- Certified Trick Dog Instructor via Do More With Your Dog
Titles
- Nosework 2 (NW2), 3rd Place Overall
- Scent Dog Advanced (PSD-SDA)
- Intermediate Trick Dog (ITD)
Training Philosophy:
Celine utilizes positive reinforcement training methods to strengthen communication between dog and handler. She strives to maximize engagement from the dog and to learn and honor each dog's choices and preferences. Celine's ultimate goal is for her dogs to view work as play and play as work!Areas of Interest and Expertise
- Building confidence in fearful dogs
- Fostering trust and cooperation during handling
- Separation anxiety
- Managing thresholds in dogs prone to frustration
- Shaping trick behaviors and chains
- Toy play, personal play, and novel reinforcers
- Nosework
- Agility
- Canine Freestyle