What a Great Dog! exists to strengthen the bond between people and their dogs. We’ve been privileged to help over 30,000 people and their dogs over the past thirteen years. Through our group classes, private lessons and online learning tools, we’ve helped families develop the dogs they’ve dreamed of, great family companions, and in many cases, awesome dog sport partners. We keep current on and utilize the latest, most effective and most dog-friendly methods of training. We credit our strength and endurance to our highly skilled team members and their compassionate approach to both the people and dogs who come to WAGD.
Maureen Patin CPDT-KA
Founder / Head Trainer
Maureen founded What a Great Dog! Training Center in 2007. She is the Head Trainer for both WAGD locations and the online learning division, Great Dog Online. Maureen earned her certification from the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers. She keeps current on the latest evidence-based, positive training and behavior modification techniques. She firmly believes that making training fun for the dog AND the person will net the best results. The thousands of happy WAGD clients are a great testament to that philosophy!
Maureen’s passion for igniting a fire in typical pet owners to train their dogs with positive training methods sets the tone for WAGD. What a Great Dog! was founded on Maureen’s belief that when people get hooked on training and participating in dog sports and activities, their lives are enhanced and their dog’s lives are too!
Sharon Lacaze
Operations Manager
Sharon Lacaze joined What a Great Dog! in January 2016. She is the Head of Operations and a Co-owner of What a Great Dog! Sharon graduated with a Business degree from the University of Oklahoma and a Master’s in Business from Southern Methodist University and has many years’ experience in the corporate world. But her true dream was to one day work with dogs every day, all day. She is excited that this dream is finally coming true!
Kenna Sloan
Business Services
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Harold Patin
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