Meet The Trainers

Andrea was raised in Chicago, IL. and dogs became an enormous factor in her life, so, while owning and operating an interior design firm for 20 years, she followed her true passion attended countless dog training seminars held by Michael Ellis and other well-known industry professionals. Andrea applied her practical knowledge by volunteering at local animal shelters. Along with her own dogs, she has trained many of her friends’ and family’s dogs. Both of Andrea’s current dogs hold a CGC certificate through the America Kennel Club.

It was time for Andrea to turn her passion into a full-time career, so she applied and was accepted to Triple Crown Academy for Professional Dog Trainers in Hutto, Texas.

Andrea feels fortunate to have had the privilege of studying under world renowned dog trainers, Rob Dunn and Jessy Gabriel and is grateful for the skills and knowledge they imparted. Andrea graduated from Triple Crown with honors and is a certified canine trainer and a behavior specialist and is currently studying to become Certified Pet Nutritionists.


Nik, is a native Californian and has long had a love affair with dogs. He has worked in the service industry for 12 years and used his scarce free time attending countless dog training seminars and workshops.

He applied his practical skills to help friends and family train their dogs. It was evident that he could reach the dog that was deemed by others “hopeless”. To Nik, there is no such thing. With his natural gift and the encouragement of his family, he decided to turn his passion into a full-time career. Nik applied and was accepted to Triple Crown Academy for Professional Dog Trainers in Hutto, Texas.

Nik feels fortunate to have had the privilege of studying under world renowned dog trainers, Rob Dunn and Jessy Gabriel and, like Andrea is grateful for the opportunity to learn from the best. Nik graduated from Triple Crown with honors and is a certified canine trainer and a behavior specialist.

After graduation; Andrea and Nik joined as a team and decided that their combined knowledge and experience could change the lives of dogs and owners alike.