The trainers at Dawgs in Motion are balanced method LIMA (Least Intrusive Minimally Aversive) trainers that use primarily positive reinforcement training (+R). Our trainers are all professionally certified and have all attended training college to earn their certification in training and have mentored under established trainers prior to training on their own. The trainers will work with you and your dog based on their training knowledge and experience and will select the best method for your team based on the needs of you and your dog and on the learning process that works best for both of you.

We do not have a one size fits all because every dog/handler team is different. While some dogs need a softer form of direction, others that are more stubborn may need more assistance. Training is variant based on these needs and our trainers will adjust their styles to fit your team. As our trainers are balanced we will always strive to use +R training first but are not opposed to using other corrective tools. The decision to incorporate a tool in your training will always be discussed with the owner/handler beforehand to ensure proper sizing, use, and efficiency.

Dawgs in Motion does not work with housebreaking or aggression cases at the facility. 

How to schedule your dog for a camp lesson:

Step 1. Log into your customer portal and submit proof of vaccinations for Distemper and Bordetella and for dogs 16 weeks or older the Rabies vaccine.

 Step 2: Schedule your session through your customer portal at www.dawgsinmotion.propetware.com | Your login is your email address that you listed with Dawgs in Motion. If you have never used the portal before please contact us to set up your account and issue a temporary password or set up your account at the portal log in page. Payment is due upon the approval of your class request. You can upload a card to your account and pay immediately.

 Step 3: Once your session is booked you will need to sign the customer policy if you have not already done so. This can be done through the customer portal.

 Step 4: Sign the training agreement associated with your lesson through the customer portal.

Private Lessons

30 minute Camp Lesson Cost: $50.00

60 minute Camp Lesson Cost: $93.00

Dawgs in Motion offers training for our daycamp and nightcamp guests. These lessons are 30 minutes and 60 minutes long and are designed to help assist dogs during a daycamp or nightcamp stay. Our trainers can work on socializing, obedience, tricks, and more. 

For daycamp/nightcamp lessons our experienced trainers will work with your dog in the environment that they are having the issues and will work to correct problematic behaviors like mounting,  face-barking, barging through gates and doors, and can help build appropriate play and interactions with other dogs and staff. All students must have a camp training contract on file prior to lessons.

Our trainers do NOT work with housebreaking or aggression towards people or other dogs in our camp private lessons. 

Meet Our Trainers & Instructors

Amanda Zavadil (Mandie)

Lead for Training, Massage, Swim Instructions & Hydrotherapy

Mandie is the lead trainer at Dawgs in Motion and is also a mentor trainer for Animal Behavior College. She is certified in many areas including canine communication, nutrition, canine psychology, hydrotherapy, canine massage therapy, dog training, mentor training for future trainers, grooming, Pet CPR, and handling of working dogs.

She is also certified with the American Kennel club for instructing and evaluating: S.T.A.R. Puppy, CGC, CGCU, CGCA, All levels of Trick Dog, and Fit Dog.

Mandie has also taken continuing education courses in: pharmacological interventions, separation anxiety, dog-human aggression, dog-dog aggression,shelter dog training, and additional obedience training courses.

Sydney Depies

ABCDT, CPMT, CPRC

Dog Trainer & Swim Instructor

Sydney graduated from Animal Behavior Collage with a certification in dog training and Pet CPR.

Sydney is also taking continuing education courses in pet nutrition!

Laura Zack

DCDT, CPRC

Dog Trainer & Swim Instructor

Laura is one of our on-site trainers. She specializes in swim instruction for dogs of all ages. Laura trained directly under our lead trainer/mentor trainer Amanda Zavadil.