Tammy Smith

My name is Tammy Smith and I am the owner of Pawsitive K9 Trainer. After graduating from Washburn University in 1999 with a psychology degree, I returned to the Kansas City area and worked at a veterinary hospital starting in 2001. While working in the hospital, I met two dog trainers who re-ignited my love of dogs and mentored me by providing their seasoned knowledge. After my time at the vet hospital, I went on to study under Dennis Bastian, one of the Midwest's premier dog trainers. I also earned my title of Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed. (CPDT-KA).I have been a dog lover my whole life and was inspired to start my own business, Pawsitive Transport, in 2010. That business slowly evolved into Pawsitive K9 Trainer. I worked with Dennis Bastian for over a year-long apprenticeship prior to going out on my own. I also worked for a week-long intense study with a national trainer, Nicole Skeehan owner of Philly Unleashed. My passion to help other people and their dogs was inspired by certifying two dogs for Canine Good Citizen (CGC) and certified one dog as a R.E.A.D. (Reading Education Assistance Dog). I am also a member of the National Association of Canine Scent Work (NACSW). I also am certified to give the Canine Good Citizen test by the AKC. I am passionate about helping dogs and their owners improve communication and build a better bond between them. I am a certified trainer by the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers. You may visit the site to assure you of my credentials. (ccpdt.org)