Leading the Way

Estelle grew up with dogs and horses and has loved learning how animals think since she was young. Her 30 year career of working with animals includes veterinary technician, trainer and handler of Arabian show horses, Sea World educator and instructor and evaluator of guide dogs.

Estelle makes a wonderful addition with her experience as a trainer and evaluator for many national organizations including Accredited Professional Canine Trainer, Intermountain Therapy Animals Instructor and Evaluator, AKC CGC and S.T.A.R. Puppy instructor and evaluator, along with being Pet First Aid certified.

Estelle has a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Master’s Degree in Education. She worked for many years as an elementary school teacher, and is now putting those skills to work with our students here at Kids and Canines