With veterinary backgrounds, our trainers are experienced and knowledgeable in a wide assortment of dogs from toy breeds to giant breeds, companion animals to working animals, and they are able to help any potential client with everything from basic obedience to competitive sports.

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Erika worked as a veterinary technician for nearly 10 years prior to becoming a full time APK9 trainer. She loves, but is not exclusive to, shepherds of any kind. She is the proud owner of German Shepherds, Dutch Shepherds, and Malinois. She has a passion for teaching owners how to hone their dog's high drive energy into a passion for working, eagerness to please, and over all well rounded companionship. Her care and compassion for our veterans has given her a deep love for service dogs and teaching them to assist and be a pillar of support for their people.

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Dollie worked in the veterinary field for 5 years prior to becoming an APK9 trainer. She has been certified as a trainer for 12 years and once specialized in behavioral modification and rehabilitation. She has a vast understanding of animal behavior and communication. Not only is she a trainer with APK9, but she is also a breeder of working line European Dobermanns. She is passionate about scent work and loves to create fun ways for owners to bond with their dogs through games and sports.