OUR MISSION
At boarding at the farm, our mission is to provide a safe and nurturing environment for dogs of all temperaments, especially those who are sensitive and could benefit from behavior wellfare focused care. We believe in humane handling practices that prioritize the emotional well-being of every dog, fostering real connections based on trust and respect.
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We recognize that each dog is unique, which is why we empower both pets and their owners with choices that promote comfort and security. Our natural environment encourages exploration and play, allowing dogs to thrive in a low-stress atmosphere.
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Through compassionate care and attentive understanding, we strive to create a home away from home where dogs feel loved, secure, and truly understood.
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MEET OUR TEAM
FRANCISCO BARRIOS
In 2016 Francisco started working with dogs after he witnessed with his own dogs the connection between behavior and science. He was fascinated by how behavior is shaped by the brain, genetics, history and physiology. The elegance of these relationships led him to learn how to train animals and how to help people with dogs that exhibit fear based reactivity/ aggression and stress related behaviors. His goal in training is to help dogs gain confidence, learn healthy behavior strategies and always promote the dogs unique personality while also giving them the skills to navigate the world in which they live.
He is certified through council for professional dog trainers CPDT-KA and has experience training many species including warthog, emu, donkey, binturong, and owl always using positive and humane training methods.
KATE WILSON
​She has been training and working with behavior since 2010 when she adopted her first dog with a behavior concern. This spurred her to focus on canines and helped him and her other five adopted behavior case dogs through a whole range of behavior issues.
She works to promote training that is ethical, kind, and mutually beneficial to animals and humans alike. The training teams she builds work with current research, and technical skills, and use teamwork with other trainers, veterinarians, and animal care professionals.
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She has a bachelors focused in Applied Animal Behavior and Neurobiology, is a Certified Behavior Counselor Canine (CBCC-KA) and Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA). Over the years she has worked with many species including cats, chickens, cougars, clouded leopard, wolfdog, dingoes, dogs, coyotes, lynxes, alligators, sloths, monitors, warthogs, kangaroos, owls, eagles, hawks, macaws, horses, mini donkeys, porcupines, people, and many more. She shares a home with adopted animals including dogs, cats, goats, pig, and a macaw.​
LILLIAN IRBY
Lillian has always been an animal lover but her passion for canine behavior and R+ training flourished after adopting a fearful puppy in 2018. Lillian finds inspiration in the adaptability and resiliency of dogs, this drives her desire to learn and grow as a trainer every day.
Lillian values treating dogs with kindness and compassion. As a trainer she aims to help owners understand and communicate with their dogs effectively to maximize quality of life for both of them.
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She is certified through council of professional dog trainers CPDT-KA
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Special areas of interest
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Fearful dogs
Confidence and relationship building
Reactivity
Education around force-free training
Dissecting myths around dog training and behavior​​​
SHELLEY JOHNSON
Shelley has always been highly dedicated to helping animals after spending a little over 9 years working at an animal shelter and almost 2 years of volunteer work. Which has further helped blossom her love of learning about animal behavior and training.
Shelley has moved her passion of helping animals to now helping Dogs and their families in the form of boarding and dog training. Her goals are to help Dogs feel safe,comfortable and see that the world isn't as scary as they thought while using positive reinforcement and humane ways. She truly loves to help educate families about dogs and to help grow the bond between them and their dogs. Shelley has always felt a sense of home with dogs. Saying dogs are one of the best things this world has to offer.
ASHLEY DAVIDSON
Ashley is a dedicated positive reinforcement trainer specializing in humane animal training methods and fear based behaviors . With a deep commitment to fostering strong bonds between pets and their owners she utilizes science-based techniques that prioritize the well-being and emotional health of animals. Ashley believes in creating a safe, supportive environment where animals can thrive and learn at their own pace, ensuring a joyful training experience for both pets and their humans.
