Drake is the Owner/Co-Founder/Master Trainer at our facility.

With over 17 years experience in canine behavior, Drake has created a successful business by teaching people how to better understand their dogs.  His pioneering efforts have produced thriving dog training programs in animal shelters, community colleges and correctional institutes across Eastern North Carolina.

Training Experience:

1997-present: Co-Founder/Master Trainer:  Top Dog Academy, Inc., Greenville, NC

• Established the only traditional style training classes for pets and owners in the Greenville area.
• Launched the first and only interactive daycare program for dogs in Eastern North Carolina.
• Instructs dogs and owners in obedience and behavior modification through various private programs.

1999-2001: Pet Obedience Instructor:  Martin Community College, Williamston, NC

1999-2001: Pet Obedience Instructor:  Beaufort Community College, Washington, NC

1996-1997:Pet Obedience Instructor:  East Carolina Kennel Club, Greenville, NC

1994-1996: Assistant Training Instructor:  Bullock’s K-9 Kennels, Greenville, NC

1993-1996: Pet Care Specialist:  Home Alone Pet Care & Cool Critter Sitter, Greenville, NC 

1992-1997: Owner/Operator:  Personalized Dog Training, Greenville, NC

1990-1994: Kennel Technician/Contract Dog Trainer:  Hoffman Haus Kennel, Winterville, NC

Education

1989-1993: East Carolina University, Greenville, NC - Bachelor of Arts (Physical Education)

Military

1986-1988: US Army—Good Conduct and Achievement Medal

1988-1994: North Carolina National Guard

Licensure and Training

1998: Association of Pet Dog Trainers Conference

1996-1997: Pitt County Humane Society Dog Obedience Instructor

1997: Emergency Animal Rescue Service Volunteer Certification

1995-1998: Paws with a Cause Field Trainer Certification

1995: National Dog Trainers Association Certification

Volunteer Activities

2005-present: Eastern Correctional Institute—“New Leash on Life Program” Curriculum Coordinator/Advisor

2004-present: Craven Correctional Institute—“New Leash on Life Program” Training Instructor/Curriculum Coordinator

2002-present: Pitt County Animal Response Team—Behavioral Consultant

2000-present: Canine Underground Fencing—Training Consultant

2000-present: Pitt County Humane Society—Training/Behavioral Consultant

1997-2004: Emergency Animal Rescue Service—Regional Behavioral Consultant

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