Dory R., B.S. CPDT-KA FPPE
Dory is one of the trainers at Camp K9. She has a bachelor’s degree in Animal Behavior from the University of New England and years of experience training dogs, cats, birds, and even tigers using clickers!
Dory teaches group classes and private lessons using science-based training methods to improve the dog’s behavior and the relationship between an owner and their dog. Dory is a Certified Pet Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) through the CCPDT, an AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, and a Family Paws Parent Educator (FPPE).
Dory loves working with all dogs but has a soft spot for rescues! Over the last 10 years, Dory has worked and volunteered for animal shelters and rescue groups from Maine to Florida. As a member of the Humane Society of the United States’ Animal Rescue Team Dory deploys to assist with large cruelty cases and behavior work at their shelter in MD as needed.
Dory lives with her husband Drew, her sons Liam and Ben, and their assortment of rescue pets. When she’s not working, Dory loves spending time outdoors with her dogs and very active young boys.
Wren R., CPDT-KA
Wren is one of the trainers at Camp K9. She spent several years volunteering at humane societies in the Midwest before moving east. Here, they joined Camp K9, completed their Dog Trainer Apprenticeship Program, and earned their Certified Pet Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) certification.
Using the skills and knowledge she learned from her mentors, Wren teaches dogs and their owners how to improve their relationship and strive towards greater heights in obedience and behavior.
Wren loves working with all dogs, but she especially enjoys working with the clever ones that enjoy learning all sorts of new tricks–like her own dog, Dheties.
Wren’s joy and passion for dog training blossomed when they adopted their rescue mutt. They love to run Dheties through agility courses and teach new tricks. On their days off, they go for long hikes through the woods and up mountains along with Wren’s fiance and his dog, Aerlev.
Jenny F
Jenny is one our amazing trainers at Camp K9! She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Behavior from the University of New England and over 20 years of hands-on training experience. Jenny’s favorite thing to teach dogs is how to be calm and pay attention in any environment. If they can do that, then it doesn’t matter how large their voculary is!
Jenny shares her life with an adorable assortment of animals at the farm–goats, alpacas, chickens, cats, and dogs! Jenny loves participarting in dog sports, hiking, and kayaking–as long as there’s at least one dog joining in!
Jenny K., CPDT-KA
Jenny is one of the trainers at Camp K9. As a graduate of Moorpark College’s Exotic Animal Training & Management program, Jenny has trained cockatoos, snow leopards, and everything in between. She brings her fun training style to every session while utilizing science based positive reinforcement methods.
Jenny knows how important mental stimulation is for enrichment. She loves teaching dogs new behaviors to improve their lives and relationship with their families.
Jenny may still be a Jersey girl at heart but now lives in Maine with her husband Shawn, their 4 cats, and the sweetest chinchilla you’ll ever meet.
Shannon D., ABCDT
Shannon has been a member of the Camp K9 team since 2021. She is an Animal Behavior College Certified Dog Trainer (ABCDT) and has years of professional experience working with dogs in shelters, kennels, and dog daycare.
Shannon grew up with Police K9s and continues to have a love of Shepherds. Now she uses her posoitive reinforcement based training skills to help clients build a healthy bond with their pup. Shannon loves obedience training and helping naughty adolescent pups learn how to be well behaved adult dogs.
When Shannon isn’t working, she is cheering on her Boston sports teams with her family. Shannon enjoys playing ball and find it-seek it with her rescue Shepherd Karma.
Rian
Rian is one of Camp K9’s Apprentice Dog Trainers. He started in 2021 as a camp counselor and dog walker. His passion for dogs and eagerness to learn made him a natural dog trainer. Rian’s favorite thing about working with dogs is helping them work through behavior challenges and seeing the progress each session.
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