LEAD TRAINER

Maggie Hunter

• Certified Professional Dog Trainer – Knowledge Assessed

• Certified Fear Free Professional

• International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants Member

• AKC S.T.A.R Puppy, Canine Good Citizen, Community Canine, and Urban Canine Evaluator

• AKC Temperament Test Evaluator

• AKC Trick Dog Evaluator

• AKC Virtual Home Manners Evaluator

• AKC Fetch Judge

• National Dog Groomer's Association of America Certified Groomer

• Recipient of the Airedale Terrier Club of America's Platinum Versatility Award

Maggie is the only dog trainer in Ashe County certified by the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers. Maggie’s certification means her dog training knowledge has been independently evaluated at the highest level--it is the gold standard for dog trainer certifications. Maggie receives referrals from local veterinarians and is on the NC State College of Veterinary Medicine Behavior Department list of approved trainers. Maggie has years of hands-on training, in-person mentoring, and success in AKC dog sport competitions.

In addition to her expertise in teaching dogs new skills, Maggie has advanced knowledge teaching the human end of the leash. She attended App State’s Master’s Education Program and has taught a variety of ages and subjects. Maggie’s background means she has the perfect skill set for training dogs and their owners!

Maggie’s special training interests include working with shy and fearful dogs, adolescent dogs (those terrible teenagers!), and any dog and handler teams interested in learning more about dog sports.

Maggie lives with her partner Tanner and their 5 dogs, 1 cat, several chickens, and an assortment of other pocket pets. When not working with dogs, you will find her exploring nature or reading a good book.

FOUNDER AND EMERITUS TRAINER

Marge Rogers

• Certified Behavior Consultant Canine – Knowledge Assessed

• Certified Professional Dog Trainer – Knowledge Assessed

• Certified Fear Free Professional

• Certified Control Unleashed Instructor

• Co-author of Puppy Socialization: What It Is and How to Do It

Marge Rogers is the co-author of the veterinary behaviorist recommended book, Puppy Socialization: What It Is and How to Do It. She holds certifications through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA), is a Certified Control Unleashed Instructor and a Certified Fear Free Professional. Marge is a popular speaker and has presented at Conference Unleashed, NC State College of Veterinary Medicine (Behavior), Appalachian State University (Veterinary Technology Program), local veterinary clinics, libraries, businesses, and dog sports clubs.