Holly Santana - Dog Trainer
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A professional dog trainer certified by the Animal Behavior College, I’ve
been teaching private and group obedience training for over seven
years. I use the most up to date positive reinforcement training methods
and am passionate about keeping current on new developments in the
industry. I am a member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT)
the largest accrediting organization for trainers, as well as an AKC
Canine Good Citizen evaluator.
My interest in dog training started in high school, when I started working
with animal rescue groups. A failed attempt at obedience school with my
Dalmatian, MacBeth, led me to realize that dogs respond better to
positive reinforcement methods than harsh, old-fashioned techniques.
My training is based on creating a respectful, loving relationship with your
animal. I also realize the time constraints of modern life and try to create
a training program with realistic expectations of the owner’s lifestyle.
I now teach group classes at Canine Kindergarten, as well as private
lessons to a variety of clients. I spend much of my time observing dogs at
Canine Kindergarten's daycare facility, where I manage the Mt. Kisco
location. I constantly read journals and books on dog training and
psychology. My specialties include dog-to-dog aggression, barking and
other behavioral problems. There are no limitations to the age, breed or
size of dogs I work with. Every day brings a new challenge in the world of
dog training, and a few laughs as well.
I’ve lived in the NYC area for over a decade, was born in Ohio, and have
lived previously in Nashville & Connecticut. I am an accomplished
musician and pianist. I now reside in Croton-on-Hudson in Westchester
County with my husband, Caleb, Indiana, a hound/retriever mix, and
Monet, my senior citizen cat.
been teaching private and group obedience training for over seven
years. I use the most up to date positive reinforcement training methods
and am passionate about keeping current on new developments in the
industry. I am a member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT)
the largest accrediting organization for trainers, as well as an AKC
Canine Good Citizen evaluator.
My interest in dog training started in high school, when I started working
with animal rescue groups. A failed attempt at obedience school with my
Dalmatian, MacBeth, led me to realize that dogs respond better to
positive reinforcement methods than harsh, old-fashioned techniques.
My training is based on creating a respectful, loving relationship with your
animal. I also realize the time constraints of modern life and try to create
a training program with realistic expectations of the owner’s lifestyle.
I now teach group classes at Canine Kindergarten, as well as private
lessons to a variety of clients. I spend much of my time observing dogs at
Canine Kindergarten's daycare facility, where I manage the Mt. Kisco
location. I constantly read journals and books on dog training and
psychology. My specialties include dog-to-dog aggression, barking and
other behavioral problems. There are no limitations to the age, breed or
size of dogs I work with. Every day brings a new challenge in the world of
dog training, and a few laughs as well.
I’ve lived in the NYC area for over a decade, was born in Ohio, and have
lived previously in Nashville & Connecticut. I am an accomplished
musician and pianist. I now reside in Croton-on-Hudson in Westchester
County with my husband, Caleb, Indiana, a hound/retriever mix, and
Monet, my senior citizen cat.