Founder & Lead Trainer, CBK9
7+ years of professional experience across companion, working, and service dog partnerships.
CBK9 was created from a lifelong connection with dogs and a belief that the relationship between a person and their dog has the ability to change a life.
Animals have always been part of my world. A natural connection with them grew into a lifelong pursuit of understanding their behavior, communication, and the partnerships they create with the people beside them.
Over the past seven years, my work has expanded across companion dogs, behavioral rehabilitation, service dog teams, therapy dogs, protection dogs, and sport dogs — across a wide range of goals and environments.
My first German Shepherd, Jax, has been one of the most defining partnerships of my life and career. From the beginning of my journey as a professional trainer, he has been part of hundreds of training experiences—helping dogs build confidence, overcome challenges, and strengthen their relationships with their people. Through his natural abilities and extensive training, he served as my cardiac alert and mobility service dog.
Beyond his role as a service dog, Jax has represented the trust, communication, and partnership that define the human-dog relationship. Through one of the most significant transitions of my life, navigating a life-changing heart surgery and recovery period, our partnership demonstrated the true impact of a service dog beyond the tasks they perform—providing confidence, independence, and support in everyday life.
His influence became the foundation for the methodology behind CBK9, including advanced scent-based work and task development designed around real-world needs. Those experiences continue to guide a personalized approach centered on each dog, each person, and the relationship they share.
The dogs who have shaped my life have also shaped my commitment to education and advocacy—helping others better understand behavior, communication, and the individual needs of their dogs. Through greater understanding, we create stronger relationships and a deeper connection between dogs and the people who share their lives.
Our mission
At CBK9, our mission is to strengthen the bond between dogs and their owners through thoughtful, personalized training designed around each dog, each owner, and the life they share together. We are committed to helping dogs and owners develop the understanding, confidence, and connection needed for lasting success.
Our philosophy
At CBK9, we believe the best training begins with understanding. Every dog is unique, and every relationship requires an individualized approach.
Our focus is creating lasting partnerships that bring greater confidence, connection, and freedom to everyday life.
Exceptional dogs create extraordinary lives
Every dog has a purpose. Every partnership has a story. And every training journey begins with understanding the dog in front of you and the life they share with their person.
