SDK9 is built on a foundation of respect for the dog.
We believe that dogs are smart and that given gentle guidance and kind leadership a dog's potential is endless. The most recent scientific research on dog behavior tells us that dogs are not only better at learning without the use of force, but they are willing and able to learn a new behavior or change bad habits with a lot of the same basic problem solving principles that humans use. SDK9's dog training and handling philosophy is force-free. We know that combining human intelligence with dog intelligence results in effective communication. Our ambition is to build through education, a mutually blissful relationship between people and their dogs.  

Angie​

Owner, Head Trainer
Angie earned a Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts and Sciences, Psychology from San Diego State University. In addition, Angie earned the CPDT-KA certification from the Certification Council of Professional Dog Trainers as well as the Fear Free Professional Certification from Fear Free Pets. Angie holds a LIMA-compliant Professional Membership with the Association of Professional Dog Trainers and is an approved Canine Good Citizen Evaluator for the American Kennel Club as well as a mentor trainer for Animal Behavior College students. Angie was formerly the Behavior and Training Coordinator for the San Diego Humane Society and is currently a San Diego Humane Society "preferred partner" for dog training. Angie is the proud pet parent of her two rescue dogs, Nola and Chandler and rescue cat, Mr. Treeger.
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Calista

Charlie
Trainer
Calista is a Certified Dog Trainer who received certification from Animal Behavior College and holds a Professional Membership with the Association of Professional Dog Trainers. Calista was formerly a mentee of SDK9 owner and head trainer, Angie, and has worked and volunteered with dogs all throughout her life, from providing neighborhood dog walking services to volunteering in local animal shelters, as well as working as a Kennel Attendant in two veterinary clinics. Calista is the proud puppy parent of two sweet pups, Angel a Corgi mix and Titan a Lab/Pyrenees mix. 

Walker
Charlie is a dog lover and avid hiker who has yet to find a San Diego trail he hasn't already traveled.  Charlie is a dedicated volunteer with the San Diego Humane Society and has spent many hours working with dogs with behavior challenges that make them more difficult to place. Charlie is the proud puppy parent to his shepherd mix, Nicki and his pit bull, Bogie, both adopted from local animal shelters.   

Angie's dog, Harley, starring in a Jerome's Furniture commercial!
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