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Zsolt Menesi - Head Trainer
While studying at university in Budapest, Hungary, Zsolt found his passion for helping animals through rescue work and training. Over 30 years ago, he moved to the U.S. and earned an animal behavior certification, learning a variety of training techniques along the way. Zsolt specializes in gentle, non-confrontational training methods, which has worked for the thousands of dogs Zsolt has trained in the Atlanta area over the last 20 years. He’s dedicated to loving all animals and teaching people how to connect with their pets using kindness, patience, and positive reinforcement.
Dr. Gina Fisher Caldwell
Dr. Gina Fisher Caldwell is a Philadelphia-based adjunct professor at several colleges. She teaches psychology, animal behavior, ecology and environmental issues courses. She has dedicated her career and education to animal training, behavior, and welfare. Gina has been a professional dog trainer since 2010, teaching a variety of group classes including puppy manners, basic and advanced obedience, socialization, and therapy dog training. She is a therapy dog evaluator and has been a registered therapy dog handler since 2014.
Gina is a fear-free, relationship-centered certified trainer, and her training philosophy emphasizes using LIMA methods to help you connect, communicate, and foster a strong bond with the animals in your care. She aims to use her experiences to teach the importance of investing time and energy into training animals in basic care and wellness behaviors, ensuring positive and safe veterinary visits, and supporting their overall health.
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Cydne Mayberry
IAABC accredited with over 10 years in the pet services profession, Cydne Mayberry is an NYC-based trainer whose approach to dog training is human first. She focuses on imparting a science-based approach to dog training that empowers owners to create change with their current dog and to build successful relationships with all future pets. Recognizing that each owner-dog duo is a unique team, she offers a personalized approach to help them reach their goals.