Behavior Studies: Steven has nine years of professional experience in dog training and behavior. He holds a certificate from Duke University for Dog Emotion and Cognition, is a Premium Member with The Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT), a supporting member of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC) and is a Certified Fear Free Professional.

His positive dog training approach has helped rehabilitate dogs of numerous breeds and temperaments. His specialties include adult dog obedience, canine fitness, and behavior modification.

Steven is also a certified trainer and graduate of the Master’s Program at CATCH Canine Trainer’s Academy where he is a mentor trainer for other aspiring trainers, an AKC-approved Canine Good Citizen evaluator, and a graduate of The Aggression in Dogs Master Course. He is a Certified Behavior Consultant through the CCPDT, and has completed a rigorous, intensive diploma-based program on canine behavior through the Companion Animal Science Institute (CASI) specializing in aggressive dog cases.

Fitness Studies: Steven started his fitness training journey for dogs in 2016 where he studied canine nutrition at a local pet store he worked for and soon got a badge as a canine nutrition specialist from DNM University. He is currently a Level 1 AKC Fit-Dog instructor, a graduate of Companion Animal Science Institute's Advanced Canine Fitness certification program, and he's a current student of the Canine Strength and Conditioning Coach (CSCC) program with the University of South Carolina.

Prior achievements include founding Rescue Education Coalition, a volunteer-engaging project aimed to rehabilitate shelter dogs and place them with families in Houston, TX.