Alpha-Zen K-9 Academy

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$200

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Introduction: Hi. I’m Tammy. Thank you for checking out my profile. My career in the pet industry started in 1990 working at a local veterinary clinic and evolved into a lifelong journey with animals both in the physical and emotional health of the animals in my care. I’ve worked with a wide range of dog breeds, ages and temperaments. My expertise includes obedience, behavior shaping and modification, anxiety and aggression issues, and more. Additionally, my background as a Registered Veterinary Technician has given me a unique perspective on dog health and wellness, allowing me to provide comprehensive care for the dogs in my charge. Whether working with dogs in person or virtually, I prioritize positive reinforcement techniques that promote healthy, happy relationships between dogs and their human family members. My commitment to continuing education and staying up-to-date on the latest industry developments ensures that I always provide the best possible care for my clients and their dogs.

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Hired 188 times

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24 years in business

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Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.

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Mary A.

Mar 21, 2023

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I had a FANTASTIC experience with Alpha Zen K-9 Academy. Tammy was very friendly, knowledgeable and easy to work with. My dog, Coco loved her instantly! I highly recommend using Alpha-Zen K-9 Academy for all your training and boarding needs!

Details: 2 - 10 years old • Extra Small (1 - 15 lbs) • Private lessons • Therapy or service dog training • My home, venue, etc. • At the pro’s location

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Pranathi M.

Aug 27, 2022

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Tammy and Dave have been God sent. My pup Suki is part princess and part tasmanian devil 😈 and she is also my first dog. Tammy has taught her everything till date from crate training to leash walking with distractions. She is patient, professional and she is my pup's favorite human 😅. I can wait to hire her for more advanced training.

Details: 0 - 6 months old • Extra Small (1 - 15 lbs) • Board and train at a facility • Puppy training • Chewing • Biting • Digging • House training • Leash pulling • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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Qinyu H.

Dec 29, 2022

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My husband and I are two overwhelmed fist time puppy parents. Luckily, we have Tammy and Dave helping us! Our puppy Trooper is now such a sweet boy. Tammy is very patient, considerate, and of course, professional. She trained Trooper and more importantly, also trained us! We can’t say enough thanks to her!

Details: 0 - 6 months old • Large (41 - 70 lbs) • Board and train at a facility • Puppy training • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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Rania R.

Feb 27, 2022

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If you’re debating who to go to for training - you can stop here , the most wonderful trainers who took amazing care of our puppy who learned more than we could have hoped while he was at board and train. The follow up lessons have been great at making sure he keeps up with his commands and at correcting anything new that comes up as he is back in our home. We have had another dog before and worked with other trainers in the past - this puppy school is truly the best!

Details: 6 - 12 months old • Extra Small (1 - 15 lbs) • Board and train at a facility • Puppy training • Leash pulling • House training • Barking • Chewing • Biting • My home, venue, etc. • At the pro’s location

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Natalie K.

Sep 14, 2021

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I absolutely love Tammy and her husband, Dave, and so do our dogs. They have a special touch with them for sure. My dogs came back from a two week training at their home and there was a huge difference. Tammy helped reestablish some much needed good manners for my dogs and showed me how to continue with the training at home. Her follow up sessions are very helpful to keep me accountable for continued training for my dogs. Her solutions really work and are very practical and easy to implement. My dogs are much the better for having spent time training with Tammy!

Details: 2 - 10 years old • Extra Small (1 - 15 lbs) • Small (16 - 25 lbs) • Board and train at a facility • General obedience training • Barking • House training • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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Tammy Caston

FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
My fees are based on how much time I think it will take to train the dog and the humans.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I like to start with an evaluation and/or phone consultation. This gives me an opportunity to assess the training needs of both the dog and human family members.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I started working in the veterinary field in 1990 and was licensed as an Animal Health Technician (AHT) in 1993. AHT has since been changed to RVT, Registered Veterinary Technician. I've spent most of my veterinary career doing Emergency and ICU work and started studying animal behavior as a hobby. In 1999, I graduated from United States K-9 Academy, after which I started Alpha K-9 Academy. After graduation, I continued to work with my teachers for additional training and still continue my education regularly. My veterinary and behavior careers have proven to be very complementary to each other. When there was a behavior issue at the veterinary clinic, I was consulted. When there is a health question or issue with a dog that I'm training, my veterinary experience comes in handy. I’m no longer active in my veterinary career, but still maintain close relationships with my veterinary colleagues.