DoGGie ResidenCe Team Credentials

Our team

Meet our DoGGie ResidenCe team

KIRSTEN FRISCH

Behavior Consultant

I’m a retired CPDT-KA. I owned a dog training business specializing in reactive and aggressive dogs. I grew up riding and training horses. I worked in hunter-jumper barns, but my focus was dressage. I moved to Alaska and became a Vet Tech at an emergency hospital. I spent my free time learning everything I could about sled dogs and mushing... ..Click Name or Pic Above To Read More...

MARLENE JOHNSON

Behavior Consultant

I am Marlene and I have been fascinated with animals, particularly dogs for as long as I remember. I have always been particularly interested in behavior and one of my earliest memories is teaching my grandmother’s poodle tricks with the help of doggie biscuits. As a teenager I saw the benefit of consistent training...
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LAUREN PESCARUS

Content Writer

Growing up, I told people I wanted to be several things; to be an artist, to see the world, and to be a Spice Girl. Well, two of those came true. Since writing has been a hobby for many years, I started offering my services for pet businesses to provide interesting content to expand their brand value.

VINNY OLITO

Behavior Consultant

I am Vinny, an animal lover since childhood and a certified behavior consultant and professional dog trainer. My behavioral training of dogs is done in most amiable, force free, humane and friendly manner. I constantly keep myself updated and educated regarding each and every development in dog training and behavior. Check out social links for full credentials!

SOME CREDENTIALS TEAM MEMBERS HOLD

Come learn all about dog training and animal behavior in a fun safe environment. We believe positive reinforcement should be the top learning quadrant for all species! Come find out about the least intrusive hierarchy of behavior change! Come meet the team in our forum section!

CATCH Canine Trainers Academy

State Licensure and Approval – we are a Government-Approved School and Education Program. Getting Certified by a State Licensed Program will set you apart from your competition and give you the confidence you need to succeed.

CCPDT

The Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT), established in 2001, is the leading independent certifying organization for the dog training profession. The CCPDT is the leader in the development of rigorous exams to demonstrate mastery of humane, science-based dog training practices. Thousands of dog training professionals worldwide maintain the CCPDT’s certifications as a mark of high professional distinction.

The Fundamental Principles and Procedures of Teaching and Learning

Living & Learning with Animals:

LLA Professional is designed to be a first course in behavior analysis for veterinarians, animal trainers, behavior consultants, and other animal professionals. The principles and procedures of behavior analysis are general in nature, that is, they apply to all species and situations. Thus, LLA Professional provides a robust, general foundation to accurately assess and resolve behavior problems, and more effectively support your behavior work with clients and patients.