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​My name is Kaitlyn Shamery, and dogs are my passion.  I am a graduate of Bergin University of Canine Studies, the only accredited university in the world to offer degrees in Cynology (the study of dogs).  I graduated with an Associate of Science degree in Assistance Dog Education.

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​While there, I had a service-dog-in-training with me at all times, so I was able to take part in the training process but also experience first-hand what life with a service dog is like.  I helped to train dogs for those with mobility impairments and for veterans with PTSD; ​I also took courses on many other types of service dog training.

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​I was quick to discover that many people know little to nothing about service dogs.  Everywhere I went, there was someone (and usually more than one someone) whose lack of service dog knowledge presented a problem for me, whether it was by distracting my dog, asking me illegal questions, or charging me extra fees. 

After moving back to West Michigan, I spent a year working at an animal shelter, and then three years as the Senior Dog Trainer at the Holland Petco. I am now spending my time being a catalyst in changing this lack of knowledge, equipping businesses to become familiar with relevant legislation regarding assistance animals.  Additionally, I offer private dog training to help make life with furry friends a more enjoyable experience.  

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When owners of pet dogs are educated on how to best work their dogs through behavioral challenges, everyone wins.

​When everyone is educated about assistance animals, the world is a significantly better place for the service dogs, their handlers, ​and the businesses that accommodate them.

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