Founded by Rion Ferguson in 2015 with over 13 years of experience in canine training….
Rion graduated from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington in 2007 with a major in Criminal Justice and minor in Sociology. After graduating, Rion attended The Tom Rose School for Professional Dog Trainers, which is considered one of the top three accredited dog training schools in the nation. While attending, Rion developed and honed his skills and abilities in puppy development/imprinting (Working dogs/ Pet Dogs), Obedience (Practical/Competition), Agility, Detection, Protection, and Behavioral Modification. At the completion of the program, Rion graduated with High Honors due to finishing first in his class. Rion then returned back to his hometown of Burlington, North Carolina to help as many dogs as he could. In the summer of 2008, he was featured in newspapers across the state as being an up and coming Trainer and Behaviorist due to his work with rescues.
In 2009, Rion became a Deputy Sheriff. He worked his way up the ladder from Detention Officer to Deputy Sheriff and then fulfilled his dream by being hand-picked to become the newest member of the K-9 unit.
In the fall of 2014, Rion ended his career in Law Enforcement and re-entered the dog community. He started working with well-known Rescue Groups such as Great Dane Friends of Ruff Love, South East German Shepherd Rescue, Gentle Giants Great Dane Rescue, and Bull Terrier Rescue of the Sunshine State to which he helped evaluate shelter dogs and rehabilitate dogs in their care. Rion continues his education in Dog training, Behavior, and Medical/ Mobility Service Dog Education by attending seminars and schools on yearly bases. Most recently being This Able Veteran, a school focused on teaching trainers PTSD SERVICE Dog task in hopes to better serve our Military Service Members on their road to recovery.
✔️ Veterinarian Approved.
✔️ Rescue Approved.
