My Credentials
Gradutate from Jo Thor’s Trainers’ Academy
Graduate from Bart Bellon’s NePoPo Premium Gold School
Martin Systems E-Collar Certified
Shadow program with Tyler Muto (Former President of IACP) of K9 Connection
Apprenticeship with Blake Rodriguez of Dream Come True k9
Attended Art of Attention by Duke Ferguson
Member of the International Association of Canine Professionals
Pet First Aid and CPR Certifed
“My Guinness has become a different dog after being trained! She does a fantastic job and I would highly recommend. It’s nice to know I have a pup that doesn’t chew, listens to commands and overall is more obedient.”
Bark in the Park Auburn, AL Doggie Olympics Stay Contest 1st Place WINNER
I learned all the different methods of training so you don't have to
Hi, I'm Tonya Martin. I started learning about dog training to correct bad behavior in my own dog. I've always had a love for animals and pretty much let them do whatever they wanted until I noticed some food guarding issues with one of my own dogs. While working on this issue I got more and more involved in dog training. I've learned several different types of training. I am a certified NePoPo Trainer. Each dog is a different journey. I try different techniques to see which method they respond to the best. Communication is key. I believe dogs need to understand yes and no. I use praise, treats and training collars to help with the training process. Not all dogs respond the the same techniques so I customize each lesson to fit the dog.
I attended a Dog Trainers Academy for 6 months where I become certified as a dog educator/trainer. I continued my education by attending several seminars to learn more about dog training and specializing in low level e-collar training. I have done shadow programs with some the the top trainers in the country. In addition, I have had endless hours of studying dog behavior and training methods. I am certified in NePoPo Training, a dog training system that gets a dog to always do on cue with heart and soul.
But what make me the best? Compassion. Nobody wants your dog to succeed more than I do. I love dogs and want them to be the best family members they can be. I enjoy watching the dogs transform into wonderful, well-mannered dogs that are hidden inside them.
“Tonya is an outstanding trainer. I had the pleasure of attending classes with her. she is very hands on and cares about using the right method to fit each dog”
