WHO WE ARE

Amy Willoughby

CPDT-KA

AKC CGC® Approved Evaluator

Fear-Free Shelter Certified

Amy began her journey in dog training at a local animal shelter. She was responsible for the care of homeless animals combating behavioral issues compounded by environmental stress. Amy’s endless drive to educate herself on the inner workings of a dog’s brain allowed her to assist dogs struggling with shyness, fear, reactivity, boredom and anxiety. After a long road trip to a Veterinary Behaviorist for her own anxiety-ridden dog, Amy decided to make her education of dog training formal. She began the rigorous process to become a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) and took on an apprenticeship to gain the skills and practice needed to help families in their homes and teach group training classes. To date, Amy’s biggest accomplishments are the hundreds of shelter dogs at the end of her leash that have since gone joyfully into the world alongside their forever families.

Sadie has assisted with numerous Shared Joy Dog Training families, working with their dogs to build confidence alongside Sadie’s bomb-proof temperament and strong desire to wiggle on her back in the grass

Sadie MaGrady

Certified Good Girl