Our Team
We take your needs seriously
That’s why all Cold Nose College dog trainers:
- Actively pursue the highest levels of professional development and ongoing continuing education
- Pride ourselves just as much on our teaching and interpersonal skills as our dog training ones
- Customize instruction to best fit you and your dog
- Strive to make training both fun and effective
- Are fully committed to using only humane, force-free, scientifically up-to-date training methods
Meet Your Cold Nose College Dog Training Faculty
Founders: Lisa and Brad Waggoner
Lisa’s Credentials At A Glance
- Certified Professional Dog Trainer, CPDT-KA
- PMCT 2, Pat Miller Certified Trainer, Peaceable Paws
- CSAT, Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer
- Faculty, Victoria Stilwell Academy for Dog Training & Behavior
- Past Co-Instructor, Separation Anxiety Certification Program
- Professional Member, APDT
- Certified Dog Walker, dog*biz
- Professional Member, Pet Professional Guild
- Supporting Member, IAABC
Brad’s Credentials At A Glance
- Certified Professional Dog Trainer, CPDT-KA
- Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner
- Pat Miller Level 1 Intern Academy, Peaceable Paws
- Faculty, Victoria Stilwell Academy for Dog Training & Behavior
- Certified Dog Walker, dog*biz
- TAGteach Primary Level, TAGteach International
- Professional Member, Pet Professional Guild
- Fear Free Certified Trainer
About Our Founders
Lisa and Brad Waggoner are the founders of Cold Nose College, a labor of love that has blossomed into a world-renowned center of education for both dog owners and professional trainers. The mission of Cold Nose College is keeping dogs in their forever homes through training and education.
Lisa and Brad are well-known for their clear, compassionate, and engaging communication skills. They are dedicated to helping dogs and their owners form a strong bond and enjoy their lives together. “Where cold noses meet warm hearts,” is an exact description of their approach. You will see Brad and Lisa’s warmth and care in their interactions with both species.
Our Trainers
Space Coast, Florida
Tiffany’s Credentials at a Glance
- Certified Professional Dog Trainer, CPDT-KA
- Animal Assisted Interactions Degree (AAS)
- CSAT, Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer
- Pat Miller Level 1 and 2 Intern Academy Graduate
- Aggression Cases A to Z, graduate of multi-week program by Michael Shikashio
- Certified Silver in Low Stress Handling, Dr. Sophia Yin
- Faculty Advisor, Victoria Stilwell Academy for Dog Training and Behavior
- Co-Instructor, Separation Anxiety Certification Program
- Cold Nose College Apprentice Graduate
- Vet Assistant and Veterinary Nurse
- Professional Member, Pet Professional Guild
- Trained in Pet First Aid & CPR by PetTech
Tupelo, Mississippi
Rachel’s Credentials At A Glance
- Certified Professional Dog Trainer, CPDT-KA
- KPA-CTP, Karen Pryor Academy, Certified Training Partner
- CSAT, Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer
- Faculty Advisor, Victoria Stilwell Academy for Dog Training and Behavior
- Graduate, Master Aggression Course by Michael Shikashio
- Canine Good Citizen evaluator, AKC
- Professional Member, Pet Professional Guild
- Fear Free Certified Professional
- Certificate of Excellence, Living and Learning with Animals with Dr. Susan Friedman
- Canine Partners of the Rockies, Assistance Dog Apprentice
- Accredited Scent Instructor, UK College of Scent Dogs
- Owner / Founder The Learning Lab
Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Maggie’s Credentials At A Glance
- CSAT, Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer
- Karen Pryor Academy Graduate
- Fear Free Certified Trainer
- Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, American Kennel Club
- Professional Member, Pet Professional Guild
- Accredited Dog Trainer, International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants
- Member, Association of Professional Dog Trainers
- Search and Rescue Handler, Dakota Search and Rescue
- Volunteer, Therapy Dogs International
- Member, American Mantrailing, Police & Work Dog Association
- Member, North American Police Work Dog Association
Box Elder, South Dakota
Jenna’s Credentials At A Glance
- Certified Professional Dog Trainer, CPDT-KA
- CSAT, Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer
- Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, American Kennel Club
- Puppy Start Right for Instructors, Certificate of Completion, Karen Pryor Academy
- Certificate of Excellence, Living and Learning with Animals with Dr. Susan Friedman
- Trained in Pet First Aid & CPR, DOGSAFE Canine First Aid
- Professional Member, Pet Professional Guild
- Supporting Member, International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants
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