Abbie Robinson
CPDT-KA, FDM, FFCP 

Abbie began teaching classes at Barks and Rec. in 2023 after several years of being a student herself. She is especially passionate about helping dogs and their people gain confidence and improve their relationships through fun, reward-based training. 

Abbie is a Certified Professional Dog trainer - Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA) through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT), a certified Family Dog Mediator (FDM), a Fear Free Animal Trainer (Fear Free Certified Professional - FFCP), and an AKC CGC® Approved Evaluator. She is a graduate of the Aggression in Dogs Master Course and is a member of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC). She enjoys continuing education and has completed additional coursework through the Fenzi Dog Sports Academy and Karen Pryor Academy (KPA).​

Abbie is also a strong advocate for animal welfare and is a graduate of the Fear Free Shelters Program. She regularly volunteers at Cherryland Humane Society and has fostered over 20 dogs and puppies for local rescue organizations.

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In her spare time, Abbie enjoys camping and hiking with her three dogs and actively trains and competes in a variety of dog sports including scent work, dock diving, agility, rally, frisbee, and trick training.