About Us
I have always experienced a deep connection to animals. Growing up, I knew that one day I wished to have a home full of many species, not knowing that this desire could translate into a career, which wasnot the path that I started out on- in life or in school.
Through volunteering at a shelter I found my passion and moved back to New jersey to begin more formal animal behavior education with Steve Diller as my mentor. In 2005 I started my own business Amanda's No Tricks, Just Treats, which has grown and evolved as I have attended more conferences, read more books, acquired enough hands on experience and had received enough professional referrals to become a Certified Pet Dog Trainer. I've maintained my Certification and the education it requires, however I must admit I am not a fan of zoom conferences. Thankfully soon in person training weekends will once again be a thing!
While I of course keep up to date on new methods and ideas in POSITIVE REINFORCEMENT one of my greatest strengths lies in helping build healthy Human /Pet bonds within different families- with all their individual, unique lives/ personalities (dogs and Humans)- which requires kindness, patience, sincerity and malleability- characteristics I believe I possess.
Thank you -
Amanda
BA, CPDTKA