I was born and raised in San Antonio, Texas. After graduating high school, I moved to Chicago where I received my Bachelor's Degree from Columbia College in Chicago.  A few years later, I found myself residing in Nashville, Tennessee. Then, three years later, I decide to come back to my roots, where I ended up settling down in Austin, Texas. Throughout all of my journeys in life, I have always had a dog by my side!

My Bachelor's Degree is in business management. I utilized my education and experience by opening and operating restaurants throughout Nashville and Austin. This is where I learned how to problem solve, listen and come up with solutions as a manager. During my time in the food and beverage industry, I found myself as a top trainer within each company I worked for, which was gratifying, but I always felt like there was something missing in my career.  

After 10 years in the service industry, I realized I needed a change in a more fulling career for myself. I had always shown interest with the veterinary industry and specifically dog training. But it wasn't until I adopted Shea over four years ago, I decided to do a deep dive into understanding dogs and how to communicate with them. I found the art and science behind dog training extremely intriguing. Not only would I be doing right by the dog, but I could also help make a difference in an entire household. It was in early 2022 that I realized I should turn my hobby into a career, as a professional dog trainer.

Once my decision had been made to switch careers, I accepted a job with celebrity dog trainer Nick White's company, Off Leash K9 Training.  I received professional and in-depth training of what goes into becoming a successful trainer. Within a year, I became the lead trainer of their branch in Austin and Central Texas. While working for Off Leash K9 Training, I worked with all types of breeds, young dogs, old dogs, large, small, aggressive, playful, stubborn. Recently, I parted ways with the company to further expand my training tools and cater to the specific needs of dogs and their owners. 

I finally found what I was missing. It was right by my side this whole time. My life experiences and education have given me a whole new understanding of what I deeply searching for in my career. This life transition I made over two years ago sparked a passion that I never knew I had when it comes to training. I can honestly say this is the most rewarding and fulfilling position I have ever taken in my life, which is something I am extremely proud of!