Teagan Ferris
KPA CTP
Trainer
Teagan Ferris developed an early connection to animals, shaped largely in part by her father’s work as a zookeeper at Brookfield Zoo. From caring for household pets to interacting with exotic animals, her incredible childhood included experiences like feeding rhinoceros and teaching orangutans cooperative husbandry. These encounters sparked a lasting interest in animal behavior and the science behind the function of animal behavior.
In 2023, Teagan began her career working with dogs in a daycare environment. Observing canine social dynamics deepened her passion for understanding behavior, body language, and relationship-building between humans and animals, and allowed her an incredible depth of experience across a multitude of different breeds, temperaments, and dynamics. She is a Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner and is dedicated to developing effective, positive reinforcement methods that strengthen trust and communication between dogs and their handlers.
As she continues her education, Teagan remains committed to advancing her knowledge and advocating for dogs by helping them build meaningful connections with their families. She is especially passionate about working with first-time dog owners, providing thoughtful guidance and empathetic support to individuals navigating the challenges of raising a young dog.
In her free time, you can find her hiking, painting, scuba diving, or training her 13-year-old golden retriever, great Pyrenees mix, Leia.
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