Manny spent over 20 years working in the role of Coach/Instructor in various athletic and performance art platforms. He’s taught kids, parents, and families of all kinds in groups and individual settings. He has extensive experience in training dogs from his years of service at the Palm Springs Animal Shelter as the PSAS Training and Behavioral Specialist. There he oversaw staff and volunteer dog team programs. His work with teaching people and training dogs has taken him to every corner of the country.

He has worked in Florida training dogs at Canine Center Florida, an Advanced Behavioral Training facility, operated by Dogs Playing For Life. He is now focused on being out in the community to better serve families in need of straight forward and practical dog training services. Manny's application of Balanced Dog Training is clear, fun, and engaging. Your furry family member will be happier than ever when you have the right coaching, practice, patience, and consistency as your dog's handler and leader!

Christina has had years of practicing responsible pet stewardship. Early on as an adult she worked in customer service in the banking industry. She went on to work in the dental field. There she gained experience working as an assistant, as well as office manager. Later she entered the animal welfare industry as executive assistant for Dogs Playing For Life. Her roll was assisting the team with animal shelter coordination, as well as booking travel and accommodations. She moved on to apply her skills at team K9PT.

Christina has been an integral part of the K9PT family. She coordinates with intake of new clients, conducts phone consultations, and is a master of scheduling. She was elected as a Community Service District Board member in Morongo Valley. In her position, she helps to decide on Morongo Valley community matters. At home she cares for her dogs, cats, and chickens. She is also an incredibly loving and supportive wife and mother to two wonderful children. Our son, Lee as well as a daughter, Aria.

Growing up Holly spent her time training and riding horses. She found her passion for dogs when she started working at the Palm Springs Animal Shelter. In her spare time, she likes to spend time with her husband and three children. Together they enjoy trail riding in their Jeep. Holly worked closely with Manny at the Palm Springs Animal Shelter.

With a knack for nervous and fearful dogs, Holly shined when working with these types of shelter dogs. She trained dogs, ran playgroups, assisted medical team with difficult dogs, and helped teach volunteers dog handling skills. She completed her certification program with the Animal Behavior College and became a certified dog trainer after completing her externship with Manny.

Dogs have always been a part of Jacob’s life with his family. He desired to help improve relationships between pets and their parents. When he’s not working with dogs and their families he likes to exercise, go bowling, and ride jet skis. When the chance arose, he began volunteering at the Palm Springs Animal Shelter, as well as Paws for Life.

At these organizations he spent time handling dogs in playgroups and walks. He eventually started working at Doggies Day Out of Palm Springs as Play Group Lead. His job was to oversee large and small dog playgroups. He completed his certification program with the Animal Behavior College and became a certified dog trainer after completing his externship with Manny.

Crystal has always been passionate about dogs. She has studied and practiced dog training with her two dogs at home for the last eight years. She was a loving foster parent with the Palm Springs Animal Shelter. She has worked in the customer service business for more than fourteen years.

Crystal earned employee of the year in 2011, while in her position at Sunline Transit Agency. Additionally, she held a sales position at T- Mobile for seven years. There she polished her customer service and leadership skills further through completing The Leadership Development Program in 2019.