Dawn Hanna, CPDT
Top Dog

Dawn has been training dogs for 15 years. She has successfully trained many breeds of dogs ranging from an 8 pound rat terrier to a 120 pound Great Dane. In 2004, Dawn sharpened her training skills by attending a four week dog training program at Tarheel Canine Training in North Carolina. Well versed in behavioral issues, Dawn has implemented programs to treat aggression, shyness, and hyperactivity in dogs.  Dawn is a member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers and is a Certified Pet Dog Trainer.  She recently attended the 2008 and 2007 APDT Educational Conference.

Liesel Von Trapp III
Dog/Puppy Socialization Specialist

1992-2006

On June 20, I said goodbye to my best friend, Liesel Von Trapp.  She was 14 years old when I made the decision that her deteriorating joints and spinal issues had finally become too painful for her.  She joins her sister Ginger at the rainbow bridge along with other close dog friends we have lost over the years.  I would like to thank all of you for the kind words and concerned calls I have received since then.  It is so comforting to know that she was loved and will be missed by our friends…dog and human.  So many of you have been so generous over her life to extend invitations to Liesel and me into your homes.  She forever changed my life by loving me every day unconditionally. 

A well trained and socialized German Shepherd, Liesel helped me build this business by helping other dogs. She taught other dogs how to behave in a family environment and what is acceptable play. She served as a good role model for dogs that have not previously been socialized and puppies that have been taken from their litter early.

Liesel will always be in my heart.