Owner/Trainer

Antonio first became interested in animal behavior growing up on the family farm in Southeast Michigan. This interest quickly developed into a passion once he enlisted in the Air Force and was eventually assigned to the military’s premier canine training center in Texas. For the past two decades, he has trained thousands of canines and handlers in law enforcement, military, federal, and special operations.

Antonio’s real-world experience training and working in some of the most austere environments around the world; has given him a unique perspective in navigating countless canine behavioral challenges. Finding unconventional and progressive ways to motivate canines was an invaluable experience as a U.S. Army Special Forces trainer, where he prepared high-performance canine teams to conduct direct-action operations.

From reactive and barking canines to potty training and basic obedience, Antonio’s background has emboldened him to continue his lifelong journey to empower canine owners to build phenomenal relationships with their 4-legged companions.