My journey with training started in the rescue world when I began fostering dogs in 2007. (Actually, I think my love for training really started when I was in elementary school and built an agility course for my shitzu terrier...but that’s maybe a story for another time). Back to 2007… I started volunteering at the local shelter and there was a lab mix who was on the euthanasia list for simply being there for too long. She was an amazing dog and had a heart of gold…she just needed some basic training. So I called a local rescue and promised that if they helped save her, I would foster and get her ready for adoption. They agreed. From there on I was hooked…on fostering and learning everything that I could about training. I mentored and shadowed with top trainers and put all of my training efforts to the rescue dogs that needed it most.

In 2007, I also adopted my soul dog, a blue heeler mix named Pete. He was the catalyst for my passion in rescue and truly what led me to where I am today. If you knew Pete, you loved him. He was a kind, old soul and he showed me what a beautifully fulfilled and balanced dog should look like. Pete passed away in June, 2021 at the old and wise age of 14. His spirit lives on through our pack and every dog that I work with.

Fast forward to today…I now run my own training business, Pete’s Adventure Pack, and work with clients in Salt Lake City, Park City and surrounding areas. I’m still passionately involved in rescue…working with a few rescues including POSO Dog Rescue and Second Chance at Love Humane Society.

Last but certainly not least…my husband, AJ, and I have a pack of 6 rescue dogs…Brooks, Koda, Sawyer, Francis, Lucas and Hank. They’re quite the crew and get to enjoy daily fulfillment with biking, hiking, skiing or skijoring depending on the season!