I graduated from Karen Pryor Academy in 2021 and am a Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner (KPA-CTP) #86685. As a KPA CTP, I believe in using positive reinforcement training methods. Dog training is an unregulated business and Karen Pryor Academy is recognized as one of the most highly respected and challenging programs available. I am proud to have completed the program and share the skills and knowledge I have acquired along the way with you. My certification and ongoing positive reinforcement education helps ensure you are getting the best training available.
I earned my MBA in Business from Loyola University Chicago in 1998 and built a career in consulting, sales, and merchandising. My passion for helping animals began in 2014 after adopting a fearful Golden Retriever. Traditional training methods weren’t working. My growing understanding of dog behavior and its underlying scientific principles led me to focus on dog training as a career. I launched Retz PetzSM Canine Training part-time in 2021 and transitioned to full-time in 2023.
This can be done in manageable ways that are fun for you and your dog. We can go at your pace and adjust as needed. We can even train your dog for you with our Day Training option. With flexible and custom training packages available, we can help you and your pup to have fun and celebrate the successes along this journey together.