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Alyssa McNamara

Anna was a huge help in getting our start in the show world. I was super lost as a newbie and she was a great resource in getting acquainted to showing and training the foundations of conformation. She is knowledgeable, great with dogs, and supportive!

aldo

If you're looking for a top-tier dog trainer, Anna is your go-to expert. With decades of experience under the mentorship of leading AKC dog show handlers and top U.S. trainers, her knowledge is unparalleled. Having worked with her personally, I can confidently say she's excellent at what she does. Whether you need help with obedience training, show preparation, or behavioral issues, Anna's expertise and dedication shine through in every session. Highly recommended!

Kristopher Geda

I showed up unannounced to Anna's conformation training class with my untrained 1-year old standard poodle boy hoping to show him in just a few months. I knew nothing about conformation besides what I'd seen in some YouTube videos. I didn't even have a proper show lead. She took the time to send me links to the brands she trusted so I could get the best equipment to help my dog and me achieve success.

After just a few classes with Anna, I learned all I needed to know to get started showing my poodle. I was impressed with the amount of time and care she took to work with both me and the dog, helping us to show our own best sides to the judge. Her keen eye and sharp attention to detail meant that I had specific homework to do over the week before our next class. My dog and I worked together at home in front of a mirror on free-stacking and as well as stacking, and in trotting on the show lead.

Fast forward to June where my poodle and I entered our first conformation event with the IABCA. He earned four V1 scores from each of the judges, one each from Mexico and Japan, and two from the US. This means he earned his International Champion title. It's no AKC conformation title but it'll do for us!

We did well in the ring! He stacked well and even did two pretty good free-stacks. I tried hard to stay aligned with the judges in my down-and-backs, and I took my time and space with the go-arounds, just as Anna recommended.

I know what to work on going forward, based on Anna's expert feedback and clear, easy instruction. I highly recommend Anna for her conformation classes. I could see that there were experts in the class with veteran dogs, experts with new dogs, expert dogs with new handlers, and then me and my dog -- both of us newbies. The dexterity and grace with which Anna moved between the different combinations of experience, giving increasingly detailed feedback to those who needed it was truly a wonder to watch. I've been teaching (English to speakers of other languages) for almost two decades, and her ability to so seamlessly teach a mixed-level class was truly astonishing.

Sarika Batra

Anna is one of the best trainers for dogs you can meet. She trained and looked after our dog zouin. Her techniques work. She is also kind and loving and our guy loves her!

EJ Franco

My little maltipoo Twinkle loves Anna! Twinkle has been experiencing anxiety when meeting new people and other dogs in her puppy phase. Anna, a true professional, has truly cared and shown so much love to Twinkle every time she sees her, so much that now Twinkle is learning how to interact with other humans and dogs outside of family. Anna knows what she’s doing, she’s well educated, experienced, and most of all caring. She’s been great for not only caring for, but also helping her grow out of her shell! I love how Anna’s service is personalized for me and my dog.

shannon green

Anna has been an invaluable resource for my daughter and I as we have both started our journey into AKC Confirmation. I first met Anna at her weekly confirmation class back in 2021 with my pug Mayhem. Confirmation was something I always was interested in but was completely lost at where to start and truthfully had no idea how much there was to learn. Anna was incredible at helping me understand the dog show world and always available and willing to answer my questions and help me navigate the Confirmation world. I started out in her group class but continued with her in hands-on, personalized private lessons and now have 2 finished Champions with her help. When my 8 year old daughter started to express interest in showing our pugs we turned to Anna for help. Having started in junior showmanship herself, Anna began private lessons with my daughter and her pug, Lucky. With Anna's patients, coaching and guidance, Kennedy started showing at age 9 with exceptional skills and understanding of what it meant to present her dog. With Anna's help Kennedy has also fallen in love with showing and has qualified for AKC Junior Showmanship Nationals in her first year out. Something that would have not happened without exceptional coaching from Anna. Anna is a great coach for dog parents, kids, and anyone new to the sport of Conformation

Isabella Matal Sol

Anna, is an amazing & professional trainer/handler. Her work and passion for dogs shows as she is consistent and patient with training tips and pointers. Always gives you her best and honest feedback on how you can improve with your dog! Definitely recommend her for all your training needs!? I started show training with Anna back in 2020 with my first dog Canelo,& then continued with my second dog Canela, who became a Champion in the ABKC & USBR registry; which are part of the bully registries since I have all 3 American Bullies. I am currently training my third dog Gambino, as we are aiming his Champion titles as well and already winning so many titles at only 8months!! All the hard work and conformation classes pay off with the best trainer in Bay Area

Larissa Garza

Anna is very passionate about dogs and their owners and it shows. She has helped my reactive dog Ella and I have a more peaceful walk and time at the park. I'd trust my dog with Anna anytime.