The Heart Behind This Journey
The story of one extraordinary dog who changed everything
Where It All Began
The inspiration behind my path as a service dog trainer began with one very special girl, my first successfully trained service dog. She walked beside me through every challenge of my high school years, including my diagnosis of Lupus, offering support that was both practical and deeply emotional.
She traveled across the country with me, sat through countless classes in public high school, and brought light into moments that needed it most. Despite her incredible dedication, she was wonderfully silly. Full of personality, mischief, and the kind of joy that makes you laugh even on the hardest days.
Nose For Success founder with service dog puppy in training vest, demonstrating hands-on approach to early socialization and real-world training environments
A Life-Changing Partnership
Training her opened my eyes to the life-changing partnership a well-trained service dog can create. She didn't just help me, she shaped the entire direction of my life. Because of her, I discovered my purpose: to help others experience the same connection, confidence, and companionship that she gave me.
This entire journey began with one extraordinary dog. My first service dog, and the one who changed the course of my life. She was the partner who guided me through the hardest chapters of my high school years, standing by me through my Lupus diagnosis, long days, cross-country travel, and every moment in between.
She sat beside me in classrooms, steadied me when the world felt overwhelming, and despite all her wisdom, was delightfully silly in all the ways that made life brighter.
Because of her, I didn't just get support.
I became someone stronger, more confident, and more capable than I ever imagined.
She didn't simply help me navigate life, she transformed the way I lived it.
My Training Journey
Inspired by what she gave me, I devoted myself to learning everything I could. I trained under the guidance of a K9 officer who refined my handling skills, then apprenticed with several respected service dog organizations who each deepened my understanding of communication, behavior, and task work. Every mentor added a new layer of knowledge, but she remained the foundation and the reminder of why this work matters.
My Mission Today
Today, I bring together all of those experiences: the personal journey, the professional training, and the lessons that only a life-changing dog can teach. My mission is to create service dog partnerships rooted in empathy, skill, and genuine connection because I know firsthand how profoundly a dog can shape a life.
She was the beginning of my story.
Now, her legacy continues in every dog I train and every partnership I help create.
Professional Expertise
Seven Years of Dedicated Study
Our founder trained under multiple respected service dog trainers and organizations, building a comprehensive foundation in all aspects of service dog training. This rigorous apprenticeship ensured mastery of proven techniques and modern best practices across diverse training methodologies.
Metropolitan Police K9 Handler Mentorship
Advanced training in specialized areas through direct mentorship with a Metropolitan Police K9 handler:
- •Handling Excellence: Mastering advanced control techniques and handler-dog dynamics
- •Drive Work: Understanding and channeling a dog's natural instincts for specific tasks
- •Scent Detection & HRD: Training advanced detection work and human remains detection techniques
Commitment to Excellence
We believe that true expertise requires continuous learning. We remain committed to pursuing international certifications, staying current with the latest research, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible in service dog training. Every dog deserves a trainer who is passionate about excellence.