Certified Dog Trainers in Perry Hall, Maryland

Rachel's education and certifications exemplify her commitment to providing her clients with humane, science-based solutions. Rachel graduated from the prestigious Academy for Dog Trainers, a rigorous two-year program, earning her Certificate in Training and Counseling (CTC). She is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers, Separation Anxiety Pro Behavior Consultant (SAP-BC) and a recent graduate of Pet Harmony's mentorship program. Her determination to specialize in fear, aggression, and reactivity was fostered by her years working as a trainer at the Maryland SPCA and her desire to help her fearful pup, Maya. Her experience working with the more challenging shelter dogs, teaching reactive rover classes to the community, and creating a puppy class curriculum focused on preventing fear-related problems in the future molded her vision for Pawsitive Behavior Solutions, LLC. Her experience as a pet parent of a fearful, reactive dog gave her the perspective needed to be a source of support and empathy for her clients.