community work & awards

Safe Humane

Lead Trainer

Lifetime Bonds programs provide opportunities for dogs and people who have been impacted by violence or other trauma to help one another, whether they live in communities or are working toward re-entry into their communities from incarceration or from war.

Program participants learn how to care for and socialize and train dogs using science-based, reward-based training techniques based on healthy relationships. They develop confidence and skills by working with Safe-Humane-approved ambassador dogs and extend those skills by training shelter and dogs. They participate in positive, beneficial activities with dogs, such as dog agility and canine massage.  They are also taught about issues related to animal welfare and safety, such as pet wellness and care and animal abuse, and learn about the many job opportunities available in the pet industry.

www.safehumane.com

Best Class for Apartment-Dwelling Dogs

Designed a 3 week class called Patio Pups, it was voted “Best of Chicago” in 2019 (same year I designed it).

Univision

Had a segment to talk about the importance of micro chipping pups.