Peter's journey into the world of dog training was paved by his extensive experience in search and rescue. Prior to his retirement from a distinguished career in the fire service, Peter spent a significant portion of time dedicated to training and handling search dogs. He completed training to become FEMA-certified and deployable, as a disaster canine handler with his Border Collie, Angus. During these years, Peter got the “training bug” while working with some very knowledgeable force-free trainers, and he developed into a skillful dog trainer. Peter furthered this experience as the canine training lead for the search and rescue organization, FEMA California Task Force 3. During his last years at the San Francisco Fire Department, Peter was instrumental in creating the Canine Urban Search and Rescue Group which is a valued part of disaster response today for the SFFD and the San Francisco Bay Area.

Dog behavior seemed like a natural path when considering a second career. Peter enrolled and earned a Certificate in Training and Counseling from The Academy for Dog Trainers, a two-year comprehensive program on animal learning, behavior modification, and client counseling. With this program, Peter committed himself to fear & force-free dog training. He is committed to humane, evidence-based training principles that focus on positive reinforcement and building trust. He does not use techniques that rely on fear, pain, force, or intimidation.  He is dedicated to helping dogs and their human companions achieve a deeper bond through effective training techniques.  Peter stays current on evidence-based training techniques and receives continued education through his membership with The Pet Professional Guild.

If you're looking to strengthen the connection with your canine companion and explore effective training methods, Peter is here to guide you on this incredible journey.