Liz Geisen KPA CTP, CDBC

Lead Behavioral Trainer and Educator

Liz is currently at Purdue U for her RVT with the goal of becoming a Veterinary Technician Specialist in Behavior. In 2007 she began as a certified veterinary assistant, and has since become a:

  • Certified KPA CTP (Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner)
  • Certified Dog Behavior Consultant - International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (CDBC)
  • Fear Free Certified Professional (Dr Marty Becker's program)
  • Certified Low Stress Handler (Dr Sophia Yin)
  • Doggone Safe "Be a Tree" Presenter (Family Paws Parent Educator)
  • Certified Puppy Start Right Trainer (Karen Pryor Academy)
  • Lead Behavioral Trainer and Educator (A Sound Beginning Program)
  • On staff with Chicagoland Veterinary Behavior Consultants (Dr John Ciribassi)
  • On staff with New Horizons Veterinary Behavior Solutions (Dr Fiia Jokela)

She has many years of experience working with dogs and cats both in shelters and vet clinics, as well as teaching seminars and workshops in low stress handling and animal behavior.  

Her work with us in the Sound Beginning Program, teaching other professionals, as well as one-on-one with new pet parents, has made her a positive and valuable part of our organization.

Get the Book

Whether you’ve adopted OR got your dog from a breeder, etc., the resources within this book will provide insight into behavior to prevent problems and begin a sound future.

Quick Start Package

Would you like to know more about your dog? Would you like to prevent mistakes and create a positive training plan? Check out our Intro to Training (Virtual) class for free.

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In-Home Training

For those who prefer personalized training in the comfort of your home, we offer several options with our experienced behavioral training affiliates using only humane, science-based methods.

Modular Classes

Make a sound investment for a lifetime of happiness. CLASSES are available IN-PERSON (Chicagoland) or VIRTUAL (anywhere) --- OR --- you can mix & match on your Path to Success.