Our Team

Miranda Hitchcock

Founder, MS Applied Animal Behavior, CDBC, CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, Fear Free Certified

Miranda began her work with dogs as a volunteer at an animal shelter in Maryland, and then taught puppy classes and reactive/fearful dog classes before moving to Austin. Among her shelter work, she was the Shelter Operations Manager for Austin Animal Center and oversaw the shelter's behavior program and animal care. Miranda is a "behavior nerd" who's passionate about equity and access in the dog world. Miranda holds a Master's Degree in Applied Animal Behavior and Welfare from Virginia Tech. (She/Her)

Michele Mendoza

Founder, CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, Fear Free Certified

A lifelong dog lover, Michele started dog walking and pet sitting to earn extra money while working in corporate marketing roles. A long-term client opened her eyes to positive reinforcement training and inspired her to learn more about dog behavior. In 2010, she left the corporate world to start a training facility of her own, training thousands of dogs everything from manners to agility. After selling the business, she worked on the Behavior Team at Austin Animal Center and connected with Miranda over a shared passion for dog behavior. (She/Her)

Abby Beek

KPA-CTP

Abby began her dog training when she adopted her rescue dog Harvey. Helping him through his reactivity, squirrel-obsession, and separation anxiety inspired her to learn more about dog behavior, training, and how we can help our dogs navigate the big scary human world. Abby wanted to learn more about force free training, so she started volunteering with Every Dog Austin and went on to get her dog training certification at Karen Pryor Academy in 2023. Abby loves helping pet parents appreciate the joy of living with dogs and loving them through all of their quirks. (she/her)

Alexandra Dilley

MA, SA Pro, CPDT-KA

Alexandra was the Director of Behavior and Training at the Humane Rescue Alliance in Washington, DC. During her time there, she worked with the ASPCA Behavioral Rehabilitation Center in Asheville, North Carolina, to develop HRA's first intensive program for severely fearful dog rehabilitation. She also taught classes on everything from obedience to dog reactivity. She has a Master's in animal behavior and completed a formal mentorship program on the treatment of separation-related problem behaviors. Alexandra provides treatment for dogs with separation-related problems.(She/her)

Andrea Carter

CPDT-KA, KPA-CTP

Andrea’s first job working with dogs was as a kennel tech at a small board & train facility, and her experiences volunteering with shelter dogs created a space in her heart for dogs who need friends the most. After teaching group classes at a pet store for 7 years she completed the Karen Pryor Academy to deepen her understanding of training. Volunteering with Service Dogs Inc. and working at the Austin Animal Center on the Behavior Team helped ignite a desire to keep learning even more about why dogs do what they do, and how we can help them fit into our lives successfully. (She/Her)

Eric Tarango

CPDT-KA, FFCP

Eric began dog training when he rescued his own dog who had resource guarding issues. In 2014 he moved to Austin, a dog loving city that helped him grow as a trainer. He shadowed a service dog trainer for a couple of years and was inspired to learn how animals thought and how they see the world. He started working as a dog trainer, teaching basic manners classes and private lessons for several years. He has helped and worked with thousands of dogs, and has a passion for learning about behavior problems and treatments in dogs. Eric also does dog training in Spanish for Every Dog. (He/Him)

Izzy Harris

Trainer

Izzy got their introduction to the dog training world after adopting an Australian Cattle Dog mix as a ten year old named Friskie, who displayed resource guarding issues and reactivity towards other dogs. One bite later, and they were thrown into the world of behavior modification, leading them into a life-long interest in dog training. At 15, they began to raise puppies for Guide Dogs for the Blind, and got their start into working as a professional dog trainer in 2021, after graduating high school. Izzy aims to assist pet parents in getting to understand their dogs and to come to a mutual love for working together! (He/They)

Joanna Cordry

CPDT-KA, KPA-CTP, FFCP

Joanna has a Masters degree in Educational Psychology and a graduate certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis, and she's always been fascinated by the behavior exhibited by all animals. She’s been lucky enough to balance a career in behavioral health and disability advocacy with her love of all things dog and dog behavior . She’s apprenticed with a service dog organization, worked on the behavior team of a shelter, competed in agility, and practiced recreational nosework. She’s a graduate of the Karen Pryor Professional Dog Trainer Academy and a student in the Pet Harmony PETPro program. (She/Her)

Kay Dameron

CPDT-KA, FFPE

Kay Dameron has been working with animals since a young age. She began fostering in 2015 and promptly became passionate about dog training when she saw the difference it made in fosters' lives. Facilitating communication between people and their dogs to create better relationships brings her joy. Kay is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer, a Family Paws Parent Educator, and a CGC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator. When not building bonds between dogs and their humans, Kay enjoys spending time outdoors, gardening and painting! (She/Her)

Latania Fenn

Agility Trainer

Latania is an avid dog lover and a huge enthusiast of dog sports. She found an insatiable interest in dog training after getting her heart dog Atlas. They started dog sports and hit the ground running trying their hands at everything from agility, to scent work to barn hunt.
Latania found a deep love for the science of training and the way enrichment can help dogs thrive and strengthen the bonds between owners and their pets. Latania was originally a volunteer at Every dog and super excited to join the team! (She/her)

Lindsey Thompson

CPDT-KA

Lindsey got her start volunteering at the Humane Society of El Paso, where she worked with the trainers on staff to learn about positive reinforcement training. She dove even deeper into dog behavior when she got her anxious and reactive dog Maze in 2018. She has worked in several dog daycare and boarding facilities, and she began training professionally in 2021. Maze has gone on to compete in Barn Hunt, earn her Advanced Trick Dog title, and she loves do Rally, Agility and Nosework for fun! Lindsey is a self proclaimed dog nerd who is always looking to learn about anything dog related, ranging from sports to behavior issues. (She/her)

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Maricarmen Gonzalez

Trainer

Maricarmen has always felt a deep connection to animals, which inspired her to work at a dog daycare, then in a vet clinic and assisting puppy classes. That interest has turned into a fascination with dog behavior! She loves building personal connections with pet parents and their pups! When she’s not working, Maricarmen can be found hiking with her pup, Walnut, or snuggled up for a cozy movie night. She’s also currently pursuing her degree in psychology, furthering her commitment to understanding and supporting the needs of both people and dogs. (She/her)

Nisa Semione

MS, CDBC, FFCP

Nisa is a certified trainer and dog behavior consultant, and is Fear Free Certified.. In 2018 Nisa began her career as a professional dog trainer in her home state of New York. In 2024 Nisa graduated with her Master of Science degree from Virginia Tech's Applied Animal Behavior and Welfare program. She is a believer in lifelong learning and has committed to continuing her education through the latest accredited articles, books, conferences, and more. In her free time she can be found with her two dogs, Hari and Habit, training, competing in dog sports, or outside enjoying nature. (She/Her)

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Olivia Tiffany

CPDT-KA, KPA-CTP

Olivia got her start working in the kennel at DogBoy's Dog Ranch and eventually became the assistant kennel manager and a trainer for the company. There she learned about dog behavior, how dogs interact, and how to work with a wide range of breeds and personalities. She really fell in love with dog training when she adopted a black lab with leash reactivity. Helping her pup work through these behaviors made her want to help others who have the same issues. In 2021 she graduated from The Karen Pryor Academy and is excited to further her knowledge and education. (She/Her)

Stephanie Hockett

Client Experience Coordinator

Stephanie was born and raised on a farm in Northern Virginia, outside of DC.
She spent the past seven years in Austin, with her three dogs. She worked for eleven years as a retail and food service manager, in many different departments. She has a passion outside of her professional career for painting and other crafts! (She/Her)

Our Board Members

Camille Sabino

Camille is passionate about social impact. She has worked in for-profit and nonprofit settings from startups to public companies. Camille got her Master's in Social Entrepreneurship from the University of Southern California. Outside of her career, Camille enjoys spending time with her senior rescue dog, Finley. (She/her)

Tara Whitmore

Tara is VP of Finance for a high tech company in order to allow her 3 rescue dogs to live their best lives in the lap of luxury. Tara has 30+ years of experience in finance, HR and operations in a variety of industries including high tech, non-profit, CPG and staffing. She is a passionate volunteer serving as Treasurer for PTA, swim team and other organizations. She and her daughter volunteer at the Humane Society, as well as other organizations. (She/Her)

Hana Garner

Hana is a native Austinite with over a decade of experience in the Nonprofit world, focusing mostly on volunteer recruitment and engagement in both animal welfare and human services. Hana has two shelter pups, Marlowe and Little, and has had a lifelong passion of helping animals. In her personal life, Hana loves live music, travelling and exploring the various parks and natural areas in Texas. (She/her)

Tonia Sonnier

Social change is rooted in Tonia’s DNA, spanning over 40 years of service volunteering with various non-profit organizations working diligently to support the missions of those organizations. With a background in healthcare, Tonia has served in various roles and leadership positions, and she is able to draw upon a wide range of experiences which enables her to
collaborate effectively with follow board members, senior management, and members of the community.

Along with her passion to save the world, Tonia brings unique perspectives to the boardroom combining strategic marketing, provider and community relations, finance, and fund-raising with creative variations. When not volunteering or rescuing and placing homeless animals, she spends
time with her family which includes 2 Chihuahuas, Colada and Kahlua and her loving, supportive friend.

LaTonya Jeffery

LaTonya has over 16 years of proficiency participating in all phases of software development. She is theLead Business Architect/Principal Consultant at Advance Business Group, LLC. LaTonya has two lovable Portuguese Water Dogs, Koda and Karly and has developed a love of dog training. (She/Her)

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Our Team

Miranda Hitchcock

Founder, MS Applied Animal Behavior, CDBC, CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, Fear Free Certified

Michele Mendoza

Founder, CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, Fear Free Certified

Abby Beek

KPA-CTP

Alexandra Dilley

MA, SA Pro, CPDT-KA

Andrea Carter

CPDT-KA, KPA-CTP

Eric Tarango

CPDT-KA, FFCP

Izzy Harris

Trainer

Joanna Cordry

CPDT-KA, KPA-CTP, FFCP

Kay Dameron

CPDT-KA, FFPE

Latania Fenn

Agility Trainer

Lindsey Thompson

CPDT-KA

Maricarmen Gonzalez

Trainer

Nisa Semione

MS, CDBC, FFCP

Olivia Tiffany

CPDT-KA, KPA-CTP

Stephanie Hockett

Client Experience Coordinator

Our Board Members

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