While Puppy Paradise does not provide in house dog training services we maintain a trusted referral list of certified canine behavior specialists, whom we recommend to clients when needed. Roy Scarborough, Kate Johnson, and Cathy Thrift. 

Certified Trainer and Behaviorist Roy Scarborough, ABCMT, has been serving our community since 1984. Roy is also a mentor to Glynn County’s Humane Society, and serves as an adjunct Professor with Animal Behavior College. Roy is a Major in the Civil Air Patrol and recently completed a four year tour of duty as local Squadron Commander. You can reach Roy at (912) 223-1093.

Certified Trainer Kate Johnson, ABCMT, Kate is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA) under the Certification Council of Pet Dog Trainers (CCPDT), a Certified Family Dog Mediator from Kim Brophey’s Applied Ethology L.E.G.S. program and a Whole Dog Academy Graduate of the Foundational Dog Trainer Certificate Program. Her business is licensed, bonded, and insured through Business Insurers of the Carolinas. For more information, please visit her website at https://www.rainorshinecaninepdx.com/

Certified Trainer Kathy Thift, ABCMT, graduated with High Honors from Animal Behavior College in 2015. She was mentored by Roy Scarborough and together, they provide exceptional dog training in the Golden Isles. Cathy’s career includes 3 years as a volunteer and foster coordinator at the Humane Society of South Coastal Georgia. Cathy can be reached at (912) 322-5244.