About Us
Learn about our team of professional animal trainers and our training philosophy
We're passionate about animal training
Animal Training Academy was founded in 2013 with a simple mission: to help pet owners build stronger, more harmonious relationships with their animals through positive reinforcement training methods.
How We Started
From a small team of passionate trainers to a leading animal training academy
Our founder, Sarah Johnson, started Animal Training Academy after working for over a decade as a professional animal trainer. She noticed that many pet owners struggled with the same issues: communication barriers with their pets, behavioral problems, and a lack of understanding about how animals learn.
What began as small workshops in local community centers quickly grew into a full-fledged training academy. Today, we have a team of certified trainers specializing training academy. Today, we have a team of certified trainers specializing in different areas of animal behavior and training.
Our approach is based on the latest scientific research in animal behavior and learning theory. We believe that positive reinforcement is the most effective and humane way to train animals, and we're committed to spreading this knowledge to as many pet owners as possible.
What We Believe In
Our core principles guide everything we do
Positive Reinforcement
We believe that positive reinforcement is the most effective and humane way to train animals. We never use punishment or fear-based methods.
Respect for Animals
We respect each animal as an individual with unique needs, preferences, and learning styles. We tailor our training methods accordingly.
Science-Based Methods
Our training methods are based on the latest scientific research in animal behavior and learning theory. We continuously update our knowledge.
Professional Excellence
We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of professional excellence in all our training programs and interactions with clients.
Continuous Learning
We believe in lifelong learning, both for ourselves and for the animals we train. We're always seeking new knowledge and techniques.
Community Engagement
We're committed to giving back to our community through educational programs, volunteer work, and partnerships with animal shelters.
Meet Our Trainers
Experienced professionals dedicated to animal training
Sarah Johnson
Founder & Head Trainer
Michael Chen
Senior Dog Trainer
Emily Rodriguez
Cat Behavior Specialist
David Thompson
Puppy Training Expert
Lisa Kim
Behavior Modification Specialist
James Wilson
Exotic Pet Trainer
Ready to work with our team?
Sign up for a course or contact us to learn more about our training methods