Maureen Cucinella AKA "Mo"
Owner and 2x Certified Professional Dog Trainer
Maureen's journey as a dog trainer started at the young age of 16, when she brought home Celia, her very first German Shepherd puppy. Eager to raise her new puppy properly, she began to research how to train and effectively communicate with dogs. She began reading books, watching videos, volunteering at the local humane society, and talking with other trainers. Before she knew it, she had taught her dog over 100 different behaviors from simply sitting, to doing advanced tricks such as putting laundry in a washer and painting pictures. When her puppy became an adult dog, she began to show concerning behaviors such as aggression and reactivity. This is where Maureen's knowledge was put to the test.
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Training her personal dog sparked a passion for which she ended up turning into a career where she began with helping local pet owners manage and communicate with their dogs. In 2014 Maureen attended the Tom Rose School under the instruction of Dave Van Garderan, Kari Koch, Nathan Schoemer, and Jacob Plascencia. Maureen graduated after 5 months of intense training. From there, she trained dogs at multiple kennels all over the eastern U.S.
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With an undying need to learn more, In 2023, Maureen attended Ivan Balabanov's school "Training without Conflict" and graduated this program in 2024. This program further tested her knowledge, taking it to the next level.
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She is an open-minded individual who utilizes many innovative, versatile techniques; applying them in an individualized manner depending on the needs of the dog/handler team.
Maureen currently owns three German Shepherds Reagan, Griffin, and Smith along with an Australian Cattle Dog who she competes in sports such as AKC Obedience IGP, and frisbee.
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MEET THE PACK
Reagan
4 Year Old solid black German shepherd
Accomplishments: BH, AD, IGP1, KKL, SG2 Show score
Griffin
10 Year Old Male Sable German Shepherd
Accomplishments: BH,TR1, CGC, CD, CDX, TDI Registered Therapy Dog
Smith
9 Year old Bicolor Male German Shepherd
Accomplishments: BH, IGP1
Monster
4 Year Old Australian Cattle Dog
Accomplishments: World level frisbee competitor
Inspired By
Celia
2011-2024
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Celia was a spirited dog who loved to learn, play, and expolore. During her life, she earned a BH and TDCH.
She was the best teacher, partner, and friend.
We did it all for her; she will be forever loved and missed.