Pooch Parenting specializes in supporting families with kids and dogs. We offer dog behavior consulting, fear free dog training, on-demand classes (Preparing Dog for New Baby, Your First Week Home with Dog and Baby, Parenting Toddlers and Dogs, and Kids and Dogs 101). We also have a membership for other dog professionals who serve clients with kids.

Founder, Michelle Stern, is a mom and former teacher of 16 years. Her professional certifications and professional development include:
* Licensed Family Dog Mediator – Kids
* Certified Professional Dog Trainer, Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA)
* Certified Canine Behavior Counselor – Trish King’s Academy of Dog Behavior
* Certified Fear Free Dog Professional
* LEGS Applied Ethology Family Dog Mediation Professional Course
* Aggression in Dogs Master Course with Michael Shikashio
* Animal Assisted Play Therapy online conference
* International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC) online conference (several years)
* Mission Possible 2-Day Workshop on Separation Anxiety with Malena DeMartini
* Defensive Handling Skills 2-Day Workshop with Michael Shikashio and Trish McMillan
* Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT) conference in Portland, Oregon
* I have been a guest on TV shows and several podcasts (see my Media page for details)