Training Built Around Understanding
With over 12 years of experience, Cait has dedicated her life to helping dogs and their owners build stronger, healthier relationships. Her journey began in rescue work and eventually expanded into therapy dog training, service dog training, sport and working dog training, as well as behavioral modification. Through years of hands-on experience with dogs of all breeds, temperaments, and backgrounds, Cait developed a passion for creating training programs that are both effective and personalized to each individual dog.
In January 2019, Cait opened her own family-owned and operated training business, working directly out of her home to provide a more personal and supportive environment for clients. Coming from a long line of educators—including her grandparents, mother, aunt, sister, and even her husband—teaching has always been part of who she is. That background shaped her belief that every person learns differently, and dogs are no exception. Her mission is not only to train dogs based on their unique learning styles, but also to help owners better understand how both they and their dogs learn best, creating lasting communication, trust, and success together.
Who is Heel, Sit, Stay?
Cait has been training dogs for over 12 years and brings both passion and experience into every part of her work. She is a proud mother to her son, Enzo, and wife to her incredible husband, Jordan. At home, Cait shares her life with four dogs: Ripley, her 8-year-old Labrador Retriever, and three Cavalier King Charles Spaniels named Morty, Lizzy, and Penny, who are 9, 8, and 2 years old. Over the years, she has trained and competed in a variety of dog sports and working events, continually expanding her knowledge and experience. Outside of training, Cait loves reading, exploring new adventures, and taking her clients’ dogs everywhere she can, helping them experience the world with confidence and joy.
What Makes Heel, Sit, Stay Different?
Cait is an ethical and responsible dog trainer who is deeply passionate about her craft and dedicated to helping both dogs and their owners succeed together. Her love for dogs goes far beyond basic obedience training. She has spent years studying a wide variety of dog breeds, including their history, original purpose, genetics, and how those traits influence behavior and personality in today’s family pets. By understanding both the dog in front of her and the realities of everyday family life, Cait is able to create training programs that are practical, realistic, and built for long-term success.
Her mission is to develop a training curriculum that balances the needs of the dog with the lifestyle of the family, creating harmony, structure, and confidence for everyone involved. Cait believes that successful training is built on more than commands alone—it comes from building strong working relationships between owners, dogs, and their trainer. She values open communication, trust, and teamwork throughout the entire process, helping families feel supported every step of the way while creating deeper bonds with their dogs.
