Olivia Tiffany, KPA-CTP, CPDT-KA
Dog Trainer
My Role at Tucker Pup's
I provide Dropoff Training and our Stay and Train service, plus teach puppy socials.Training and Other Animal Experience
Before becoming a dog trainer at Tucker Pup's, I was a Training Lead at a very large training business in Austin, TX. While there, I taught group classes and private lessons, plus was a leader on the training team.In addition, I also ran my own training business in Austin.
Prior to that, I was a Dog Trainer for another training business in Austin, where I led group classes for manners, puppies, agility, tricks, and was also an evaluator for the Canine Good Citizen program.
I was also a trainer, plus Assistant Kennel Manager, for a boarding and daycare business in Texas.
I have also volunteered at the Glen Afric Animal Sanctuary in Johannesburg, South Africa, where I cared for animals such as lions, tigers, leopards, zebras, and giraffes.
Certifications
- I earned my CTP certification at the Karen Pryor Academy, one of the leading schools for people to become dog trainers.
- Fear-Free Certified
- Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) from the Certification Council for Pet Dog Trainers
Why I Became a Dog Trainer
I have always had a passion for animals. After I adopted my black lab Sweetie, she started showing signs of reactivity, and this led me into the world of dog training. I have since made it my life's mission to help dogs overcome behavioral challenges and avoid being rehomed or sent to rescues.My Dogs
I have two dogs: a black lab named Sweetie, and a 20-year-old pug/gremlin mix named Dobbs.Future Goals
To continue helping as many dogs as possible overcome behavioral issues such as leash reactivity, only through the use of positive reinforcement methods.