• Serves as USDTC Treasurer
• Have been a member of USDTC for 15 years 
• Steward for Obedience, Rally, and Agility
• Have assisted in Basic, Sub Novice, AKC Star Puppy and Puppy Kindergarten
• Member of American Maltese Association
• Florida coordinator for Florida AMA rescue
• Registered foster for three rescue organizations

"I have always loved dogs and they have been a major part of my life for over 50 years.  My goal in becoming an instructor is to help form a bond and understanding between dogs and their family."

• Instructing for USDTC for over 16 years
• Has taught Novice & Open obedience
• Served as Treasurer, Vice President, President, Registrar & Obedience Director
• Member American Manchester Terrier Club
• Has trained dogs since 1973 in Cleveland, Ohio, bringing a lot of experience to her classes
• Multiple titles in Rally & Obedience
• Achieved American & Canadian CH & UD with Doberman & Canadian CDX

"I love to teach basic. I enjoy watching the dogs learn and the owners go...Wow, we can do that."

• 2024 USDTC President 
• Served as Board Member and Vice President
• Serves on USDTC Agility Committee
• DACOF Team Members 2017, 2018 & 2019
• Achieved Excellent level in AKC agility

Our group of long term instructors who selflessly give their time to train all kinds of dogs (and handlers) has inspired Maureen to instruct at USDTC.

"Six years ago I rescued sister Australian Cattle Dogs separated by 500 miles, and reunited them. I started with obedience, and before I knew it, was nudged into AKC agility by USDTC!

I am certain I've learned more than my 'girls' when it comes to proper handling and the experience of 'trialing'!   Jumping off an A- Frame, zoomies around the ring, to joy with a title-  all add to the amazing adventure.  Lots of effort, but even more rewards....a deep bond with my partner."

• Instructing at USDTC for over 17 years
• Has also taught Basic Obedience & Advanced Obedience
• Has served as President & Board Member
• Achieved Breed Champion, OTCH & MACH

Bethany wants to help people live and compete with their dogs & be the best team they can be, whether at home or in the ring.

• Instructing at USDTC for 16 years
• Has also taught Puppy KPT & Level 2 Agility
• Achieved CDX & Championships in Rally
• Achieved Championships in AKC, UKC & CPE Agility

Theresa loves agility and brings 16 years of experience in the sport to the club. She has attended many seminars and continues to attend classes with local elite handlers.

"I enjoy teaching people to teach their dogs. It is so exciting to see their improvement and growth!"

• Has also taught S.T.A.R. Puppy
• Instructing for USDTC for 12 years
• Has taught all levels of obedience
• DOCOF Co-Captain
• Judged AKC Obedience match for North GA Kennel Club
• Member DTCSP
• Member North GA Kennel Club
• Retired Veterinary Technician
• Multiple titles earned including OTCH & Breed CH, with her Belgian Malinois

Dolores instructs at USDTC because she finds it very rewarding to help owners understand their dogs and accomplish their goals.

"I love working with puppies. I enjoy helping owners to establish a good relationship & understanding of their new pups that will last a lifetime." 

• Instructing at USDTC for over 13 years
• Has also taught Jr. Handlers & Basic Agility
• Served as Board Member
• Volunteers for 4H
• Past Aussie Rescue volunteer
• Multiple titles in AKC & UKC agility

"It is not about the dog, it is about the owner. Teaching the owner to accept the unconditional devotion and love from your dog."

• Instructor at USDTC since 2016: Tricks -- Novice through Champion, S.T.A.R. Puppy, & Agility 1. Therapy Dog Assistant.
• USDTC President since 2020 - 2024
• Area Director of Public Outreach
• Official AKC Canine Ambassador
• Certified AKC CGC Evaluator, Official Stunt Dog Judge & Animal Actor Evaluator
• Three-Time DMWYD All-Star Trainer of the Year
• Certified Alliance of Therapy Pets Therapy Dog Handler
• DACOF 2017, 2018, 2019, 2022
• Competes in Tricks, Agility Obedience & Rally
• Author of For the Love of a Dog and host of This Animal Life, a podcast about animal intelligence.
• Writer for Clean Run: The Magazine for Dog Agility Enthusiasts
• Website https://www.lisalanserrose.com/
• Represented by Birch Literary Agency.

"I love all animals, but especially dogs and dog people. I believe trick-dog training is a force of happiness in the world."

• Instructing since 2017
• USDTC Lifetime Member
• Has taught Novice and Conformation
• Titles Achieved:  AKC-CH, GCH, BN, CD, CGCU, TKN, RN, NA, FDC, HT and UKC-CH, GCH, BIS, RBIS
• Member: Bearded Collie Club of America, Bearded Collie Club of Central Florida
• Attended multiple Obedience Training Seminars and Conformation Handling Seminars

 "I enjoy working my own dogs and helping others with theirs".

• Instructing for USDTC for 8 years
• Served as Board member & Co-Director of Obedience
• Member Newfoundland Club of Florida
• Past instructor for Largo Dog Training School & City of Safety Harbor Leisure Services
• 35 years of dog training with instruction working alongside some of the best
• Achieved titles in obedience including U-CDX

"I get great satisfaction in seeing all the progress dogs and their owners can make in our classes"

• Instructing at USDTC since 2004
• Has also taught Puppy KPT, Basic Obedience & all levels of Agility
• Served as Agility Director & Board Member
• Served as Agility Trial Chair, Committee Member & DACOF Team Captain
• USDTC DACOF team member for 15 years
• Multiple titles in AKC, CPE, UKI, USDAA, NADAC, ASCA & UKC Agility
• Other titles include CD, Rally in AKC & WWKC, CGC, Tricks, WCFO Freestyle & UpDog (Frisbee)
• Has fostered for ARPH, MARS & BARK Aussie Rescue
• Has and continues to participate in online courses and seminars to further education in agility 

"Training and showing in agility (or any venue for that matter) is much more challenging than I expected but through the journey I have found it to be more rewarding than I could have ever imagined, from the bond with my dogs to the circle of friends I have made."

• USDTC Instructor since 2023
• USDTC Board Member
• Clearwater Marine Aquarium Volunteer since 2003
• Member of the Coast Guard Auxilary
• AKC Canine Ambassador
• 2024 DACOF Team Captain

"I am a mother of four and a step-mother to five amazing children, plus I am a grandmother and great-grandmother.   I have enjoyed many careers outside of the home, but most of them were in or around the water with swimming and scuba. In 2020, I became a widow and then I retired in 2021 and I spend much of my time volunteering.  I have enjoyed bonding with my dogs and participating in many team activities with them.  I have also enjoyed meeting and becoming friends with some amazing people at USDTC by becoming part of the club board and volunteering at club sponsored events. As an AKC Canine Ambassador, I enjoy going out with my dog teams to offer comfort, bring smiles and educate the public on dog safety and positive training.  I love meeting new people and their dogs, so volunteering with USDTC has and continues to be very rewarding."

• Instructing for USDTC for 7 years
• DOCOF Team Captain
• Twice Obedience Trial Champion

Genie volunteers to help others develop a close working relationship with their dog.

 "When we earned our first OTCH it was a real high, and what I have learned is the best part about showing is to appreciate and enjoy the journey with your dog. Once you've obtained the goal, you have wonderful memories to look back on."

• CGC (All Levels)
• Star Puppy Evaluator
• Served as USDTC President
• Served as USDTC Conformation Director
• USDTC Members since 2013
• Instructing at USDTC since 2015
• Current (7 years+) President Tampa Bay Chihuahua Club
• Member Affenpinscher Club of America
• Multiple AKC titles: CH, GCH, CD, BN, THD, CGCA, CGCU, TKN and Rally all levels
• Author of published work "Transformation From Conformation To Qualification With Our Affenpinschers"
• Website:   www.ghilliedhudogs.com

Ken hopes he can share his experiences with others.