Pet Manners Events and Special Classes

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Dylan Benedetto

Dylan began his dog training career in 2022 while managing a local doggie daycare and boarding facility in Deep Ellum, TX. Dylan completed WAGD’s rigorous Trainer Education Program in 2024 and has attended multiple virtual and in-person seminars from respected industry trainers, including Mike Shikashio and Shade Whitesel, as well as online training classes and canine first aid/cpr courses. Additionally,... Read more
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Stephanie Schwanke

Stephanie joined What a Great Dog! in August of 2020.  She is a Pet Manners trainer and the Coordinator for both our GDDS (Day School) and WOW (In-home) programs.  If you have visited our retail store you may know her as “Aunt Stephanie”.  All the pups know she’s always ready to give some extra love and treats, for good behavior... Read more
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Victoria Johnson

Victoria is a Senior Trainer at What a Great Dog, teaching a variety of classes including all Manners class levels, Puppy Preschools, Trick Dog, Nosework, and Canine Good Citizen.  She also helps dogs and their owners, in private one-on-one lessons, work through behavior struggles and gain new skills.  She taught previously taught Barn Hunt and has a deep understanding of that sport. Her passion for dog training lies in... Read more
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Maureen Patin CPDT-KA Head Trainer

Maureen Patin CPDT-KA founded What a Great Dog! Training Center in 2007. Maureen earned her certification from the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers. She keeps current on the latest evidence-based, positive training techniques through online courses and attending seminars. As WAGD’s Head Trainer, Maureen utilizes positive, reward-based training methods to help people achieve fabulous results with their dogs. She... Read more