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Name

Allison

Position at Tucker Pup's:

Dog Trainer

Professional certifications:

I have my KPA CPT certification through The Karen Pryor Academy.

Prior professional dog experience:

Before becoming a dog trainer, I spent the 27 years working as a Marine Mammal trainer with dolphins and sea lions. After that, I spent time working as a zookeeper training species such as polar bears, tigers, lynx, coyote and parrots

My pets:

I currently have a Pit bull/Labrador mix named Raven Noodle, who I adopted from PAWS; Although unplanned, we foster failed and she became a part of the family!

Training taken:

I have taken a wide variety of training classes with my dogs over the years.

Favorite breeds:

I love mixed breeds, as you get a wide assortment of personality traits and looks. I tend to be partial to large dogs, and my favorites are pit bulls, German shepherds and snow dogs such as Malamutes and Akitas.

Favorite activities:

Walking on our beautiful lakefront or hiking in one of our many parks. I really just love to enjoy all the many things to do in our vibrant city.

Future career goals:

I am excited about increasing the welfare of the animals we call family by helping parents create strong and positive relationships through training with their dogs. One area I am passionate about is rescue and working through the unique challenges that these dogs have, especially with behavior modification to aid in separation anxiety, fear-based behavior and aggression.

Other interests:

I enjoy going to markets and festivals but I am also a big movie fan of all genres

Graduated from:

Drake University with a degree in Psychology.

Did you know?

I have lived and worked in the North, South, East and West of the US. and even lived internationally three times.