Sidney Warbinton, CSAT, CTC, FFCP
Dog Trainer
My Role at Tucker Pup's
I provide Separation Anxiety Training.Training and Other Animal Experience
Before joining Tucker Pup's, I spend several years working as an independent dog trainer in both Chicago and Evansville, IN specializing in separation anxiety and obedience training. During that time, I had the opportunity to support a wide range of dogs and families. I also worked as a dog walker and pet sitter for over eight years, gaining extensive hands-on experience with dogs of all ages, temperaments, and needs.I addition, I have experience in veterinary setting and completed an animal care internship at the Columbian park Zoo, which further strengthened my knowledge of animal behavior and safe, effective handling practices.
Before that, I was a Veterinary Assistant at cat hospital in West Lafayette, where I helped feed and medicate patients, assisted the veterinarian with day-to-day procedures, and scheduled appointments and surgeries.
Certifications
- I earned my Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer (CSAT) certification at the Separation Anxiety Certification Program (SACP) through Malena DeMartini. This is the leading program in the world for separation anxiety certification.
- Certified Dog Trainer and Behavior Consultant (CTC) from the Academy for Dog Trainers
- Pet Professionals Guild
- Fear-Free Certified
Educational Background
I earned a Bachelor of Science degree, with an Animal Science major, from Purdue University in Lafayette, Indiana.Why I Became a Dog Trainer
Growing up, I always knew I wanted to be a voice for those who could not speak for or advocate for themselves. My original path was pre-veterinary medicine. However, along the way — while volunteering in veterinary clinics, working at a zoo, and spending years as a dog walker and pet sitter — I discovered a deep passion for animal behavior. I became fascinated by how animals learn, communicate, and experience the world, and I realized I could make a meaningful impact by helping families better understand their dogs. That passion ultimately led me to pursue my CTC certification and later specialize in separation anxiety training, where I could combine science-based training with compassionate support for both dogs and their people.My Dogs
I have two dogs: One is a Pomeranian / Yorkshire terrier mix named Harry, who has separation anxiety. The other is a terrier Chihuahua mix named Stanley.Future Goals
I want to help as many dogs as possible overcome separation anxiety, and be a guiding light for all of the pet owners who feel like prisoners in their own homes!