CCS / IPDTA Positive Dog Trainers Online Awards Presentation
When I organized the first awards banquet in 2004 I had a vision in mind. It’s my opinion that those who work with animals are unsung-heroes, making the world a better place for animals, pets and their guardians and often saving lives. I wanted these people to know they are valued and appreciated. I wanted to bring people together to share and celebrate their accomplishments and to support, encourage and assist one another through the challenges ahead.
This is a celebration of you, your hard work, your love for animals, your accomplishments, and the many, many lives you have saved and changed for the better through your efforts. For the animals who cannot speak for themselves, I am speaking for them now. Thank you for your caring and compassion, and thank you for your efforts on their behalf!
Every nominee is deserving of each and every award they’ve been nominated for, and many of the nominations and votes were received from people they’ve never met in person. Nominations and votes have been accepted from professionals and non-professionals alike. They have been collected since January of 2019 and we’ve had an unprecedented number of votes resulting in many ties. The votes were totaled on October 16, 2020 and the awards will be presented accordingly. Where there is more than one winner with the same number of votes, more than one award will be presented and they will be presented in alphabetical order. CONGRATULATIONS EVERYONE!!!
List Of Award Winners In Alphabetical Order - Categories Below
Mandi Arnold
Roberto Barata
Hannah Brutin
Lesley Dickson
Andrea Dinan
Judi Dowson
Carla Filies
Margaret Ann Frank
Sylvia Gottschalk
Jodie Hawker
Lisa Hoffman
Lisa Holland
Mika Hoshoian
George Hutchings
Ellen Jewett
Chris Johnstone-Laurette
Eniko Kiss & Mark-David Shave
Teresa Lewin
Carrie Lumsden
Jenny Maciel
Cheryl Mayberry
Silke LeMessurier
Liz Jones-Morden
Meg Mossop
Linda Neu
Linda Oliver
Lynda O’Neill
Kathy Patterson
Jackie Pritchard
Amanda Rich
Lisadawn Shackleford
Lauren Shoreman
Cindy Vanfrankfoort
Nicole Vogan
Anton Volkov
Kate Watson
Dustin Whealy
Mandi Arnold
Roberto Barata
Hannah Brutin
Lesley Dickson
Andrea Dinan
Judi Dowson
Carla Filies
Margaret Ann Frank
Sylvia Gottschalk
Jodie Hawker
Lisa Hoffman
Lisa Holland
Mika Hoshoian
George Hutchings
Ellen Jewett
Chris Johnstone-Laurette
Eniko Kiss & Mark-David Shave
Teresa Lewin
Carrie Lumsden
Jenny Maciel
Cheryl Mayberry
Silke LeMessurier
Liz Jones-Morden
Meg Mossop
Linda Neu
Linda Oliver
Lynda O’Neill
Kathy Patterson
Jackie Pritchard
Amanda Rich
Lisadawn Shackleford
Lauren Shoreman
Cindy Vanfrankfoort
Nicole Vogan
Anton Volkov
Kate Watson
Dustin Whealy
Winners Of Each Category
Education Award 2020
For educating people about positive dog training through presentations, lectures or workshops.
Roberto Barata, CTB.ccs, IPDTA-CDT
Andrea Dinan – City Dogs & EduCanine
Carla Filies – Walking The Six & EduCanine
Jody Hawker – Happy Paws Solutions Dog Training & Walking
Anton Volkov, IPDTA-CDT – Intelligent Dog
Kate Watson – Alcona Animal Hospital
Artistic Contributions 2020
For a person who contributes to the world of dog training through exceptional works of art.
Margaret Ann Frank
Chris Johnstone-Laurette, CTB.ccs
Outstanding Mentor Award 2020
For a person who goes above and beyond the call of duty giving of themselves to help a student learn and fine-tune their skills.
Teresa Lewin – Doggone Safe & Doggone Crazy
Jenny Maciel, CTB.ccs, IPDTA-CDT – Kitchener-Waterloo Humane Society
Outstanding Client Award 2020
For a client who does everything they can to meet their dogs physical, emotional and/or training needs in spite of obstacles.
Eniko Kiss & Mark-David Shave
Linda Neu
Outstanding CCS Student Award 2020
For a student who shows dedication and commitment to their studies and for applying these skills in an exceptional manner.
Lisa Holland, IPDTA-CDT – Pro Paws Pet Services
Nicole Vogan
George Hutchings
Courage Of Convictions Award 2020
For those who have the courage to stand up for what they believe in, in spite of the associated challenges, sacrifices or the possibility of repercussions.
Lisa Hoffman, CTB.ccs, IPDTA-CDT – Living Better Dog Training
Kathy Patterson, ABCDT
Dustin Whealy
Human Touch Award 2020
For those who go above and beyond the call of duty to make the world a better place for animals and/or their guardians.
Hannah Brutin – Guelph Humane Society Foster
Carla Filies – Walking The Six & EduCanine
Sylvia Gottschalk, CTB.ccs, IPDTA-CDT – Delightful Dogs
Megan Mossop, CTB.ccs, IPDTA-CDT – MegWalks Canine Services
Linda Neu – Delightful Dogs
Lauren Shoreman – MegWalks Canine Services
Kate Watson – Alcona Animal Hospital
Dustin Whealy
Rescue and/or Rehabilitation Award 2020
For the rescue and/or rehabilitation of animals that would otherwise be euthanized or abandoned.
Judi Dowson, ABCDT – Canine With Class
Jackie Pritchard
Dog Boarding And/Or Sitting Excellence Award 2020
For superior facility, skills, service and safety.
Andrea Dinan – City Dogs & EduCanine
Lisadawn Shackleford – Country Canine Care
Dog Daycare Excellence Award 2020
For superior facility, skills, service and safety.
Mika Hoshoian – Doggy Discovery Zone
Cheryl Mayberry, CTB.ccs – Fido’s Playground
Lisadawn Shackleford – Country Canine Care
Social Training Excellent Award 2020
For working with dogs with social issues in order to teach them the skills needed to get along with their own kind.
Mika Hoshoian – Doggy Discovery Zone
Cheryl Mayberry, CTB.ccs – Fido’s Playground
Puppy Imprinting Excellence Award 2020
For excellence in the training and socialization of young puppies in order to prepare them for life and their new homes.
Leslie Dickson – Glenannon Station Golden Retrievers
Linda Oliver – Linda’s Family Pet Boarding, Training & Transport
Lynda O’Neill, CTB.ccs, IPDTA-CDT – Confident Canine
Amanda Rich, CTB.ccs, IPDTA-CDT – Lake Country Canines
Best New Business Award 2020
For a new positive dog-related business of quality and integrity.
Jodie Hawker – Happy Paws Solutions Dog Training & Walking
Lisa Holland – IPDTA-CDT – Pro Paws Pet Services
Mika Hoshoian – Doggy Discovery Zone
Behaviour Therapy Excellence Award 2020
For the patience, imagination and commitment that it takes to guide clients through changing their own behaviour in order to change the behaviour of their dogs.
Roberto Barata, CTB.ccs, IPDTA-CDT
Jodie Hawker – Happy Paws Solutions Dog Training & Walking
Carrie Lumsden, CTB.ccs, IPDTA-CDT – K9 Kind
Cindy Vanfrankfoort, ABCDT, IPDTA-CDT – Team Fido
Anton Volkov, IPDTA-CDT
Fear Rehabilitation Excellence 2020
For implementing behaviour modification programs to replace a dog’s fear with confidence in order to rehabilitate fear or fear aggression and ensure quality of life for the dogs and those who love them.
Mika Hoshoian – Doggy Discovery Zone
Cindy Vanfrankfoort, ABCDT, IPDTA-CDT – Team Fido
Anton Volkov, IPDTA-CDT
Aggression Rehabilitation Award 2020
For the successful rehabilitation of aggressive dogs to prevent dog bites and ensure quality of life for dogs and those who love them.
Cindy Vanfrankfoort, ABCDT, IPDTA-CDT – Team Fido
Anton Volkov, IPDTA-CDT – Intelligent Dog
Dog Training Excellence Award 2020
For the knowledge and creativity that it takes to be a good dog trainer, the ability to effectively apply these skills and developing trust and mutual respect with dogs and their guardians.
Mandi Arnold – All Dogs
Roberto Barata, CTB.ccs, IPDTA-CDT
Andrea Dinan – City Dogs & EduCanine
Sylvia Gottschalk, CTB.ccs, IPDTA-CDT – Delightful Dogs
Ellen Jewett, CTB.ccs – Horn Refuge
Liz Jones-Morden – 4 On The Floor Dog Training
Silke LeMessurier, CTB.ccs, IPDTA-CDT – Pet Me Please
Carrie Lumsden, CTB.ccs, IPDTA-CDT – K9 Kind
Cindy Vanfrankfoort, ABCDT, IPDTA-CDT – Team Fido
Anton Volkov, IPDTA-CDT – Intelligent Dog
OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT 2020
For someone who has earned your trust and respect for their accomplishments and/or longevity working in the dog industry.
Teresa Lewin – Doggone Safe & Doggone Crazy
Jenny Maciel, CTB.ccs, IPDTA-CDT – Kitchener-Waterloo Humane Society
Cheryl Mayberry, CTB.ccs – Fido’s Playground
Humane Dog Training Award 2020
This award is presented to all nominees and positive dog trainers in attendance at the awards banquet for their dedication and active contributions to the promotion of humane dog training.
Mandi Arnold
Roberto Barata
Hannah Brutin
Lesley Dickson
Andrea Dinan
Judi Dowson
Carla Filles
Margaret Ann Frank
Sylvia Gottschalk
Jodie Hawker
Lisa Hoffman
Lisa Holland
Mika Hoshoian
George Hutchings
Ellen Jewett
Liz Jones-Morden
Eniko Kiss & Mark-David Shave
Chris Johnstone-Laurette
Silke Le Messurier
Teresa Lewin
Carrie Lumsden
Jenny Maciel
Cheryl Mayberry
Meg Mossop
Linda Neu
Linda Oliver
Lynda O’Neill
Kathy Patterson
Jackie Pritchard
Amanda Rich
Lisadawn Shackleford
Lauren Shoreman
Cindy Vanfrankfoort
Nicole Vogan
Anton Volkov
Kate Watson
Dustin Whealy
For educating people about positive dog training through presentations, lectures or workshops.
Roberto Barata, CTB.ccs, IPDTA-CDT
Andrea Dinan – City Dogs & EduCanine
Carla Filies – Walking The Six & EduCanine
Jody Hawker – Happy Paws Solutions Dog Training & Walking
Anton Volkov, IPDTA-CDT – Intelligent Dog
Kate Watson – Alcona Animal Hospital
Artistic Contributions 2020
For a person who contributes to the world of dog training through exceptional works of art.
Margaret Ann Frank
Chris Johnstone-Laurette, CTB.ccs
Outstanding Mentor Award 2020
For a person who goes above and beyond the call of duty giving of themselves to help a student learn and fine-tune their skills.
Teresa Lewin – Doggone Safe & Doggone Crazy
Jenny Maciel, CTB.ccs, IPDTA-CDT – Kitchener-Waterloo Humane Society
Outstanding Client Award 2020
For a client who does everything they can to meet their dogs physical, emotional and/or training needs in spite of obstacles.
Eniko Kiss & Mark-David Shave
Linda Neu
Outstanding CCS Student Award 2020
For a student who shows dedication and commitment to their studies and for applying these skills in an exceptional manner.
Lisa Holland, IPDTA-CDT – Pro Paws Pet Services
Nicole Vogan
George Hutchings
Courage Of Convictions Award 2020
For those who have the courage to stand up for what they believe in, in spite of the associated challenges, sacrifices or the possibility of repercussions.
Lisa Hoffman, CTB.ccs, IPDTA-CDT – Living Better Dog Training
Kathy Patterson, ABCDT
Dustin Whealy
Human Touch Award 2020
For those who go above and beyond the call of duty to make the world a better place for animals and/or their guardians.
Hannah Brutin – Guelph Humane Society Foster
Carla Filies – Walking The Six & EduCanine
Sylvia Gottschalk, CTB.ccs, IPDTA-CDT – Delightful Dogs
Megan Mossop, CTB.ccs, IPDTA-CDT – MegWalks Canine Services
Linda Neu – Delightful Dogs
Lauren Shoreman – MegWalks Canine Services
Kate Watson – Alcona Animal Hospital
Dustin Whealy
Rescue and/or Rehabilitation Award 2020
For the rescue and/or rehabilitation of animals that would otherwise be euthanized or abandoned.
Judi Dowson, ABCDT – Canine With Class
Jackie Pritchard
Dog Boarding And/Or Sitting Excellence Award 2020
For superior facility, skills, service and safety.
Andrea Dinan – City Dogs & EduCanine
Lisadawn Shackleford – Country Canine Care
Dog Daycare Excellence Award 2020
For superior facility, skills, service and safety.
Mika Hoshoian – Doggy Discovery Zone
Cheryl Mayberry, CTB.ccs – Fido’s Playground
Lisadawn Shackleford – Country Canine Care
Social Training Excellent Award 2020
For working with dogs with social issues in order to teach them the skills needed to get along with their own kind.
Mika Hoshoian – Doggy Discovery Zone
Cheryl Mayberry, CTB.ccs – Fido’s Playground
Puppy Imprinting Excellence Award 2020
For excellence in the training and socialization of young puppies in order to prepare them for life and their new homes.
Leslie Dickson – Glenannon Station Golden Retrievers
Linda Oliver – Linda’s Family Pet Boarding, Training & Transport
Lynda O’Neill, CTB.ccs, IPDTA-CDT – Confident Canine
Amanda Rich, CTB.ccs, IPDTA-CDT – Lake Country Canines
Best New Business Award 2020
For a new positive dog-related business of quality and integrity.
Jodie Hawker – Happy Paws Solutions Dog Training & Walking
Lisa Holland – IPDTA-CDT – Pro Paws Pet Services
Mika Hoshoian – Doggy Discovery Zone
Behaviour Therapy Excellence Award 2020
For the patience, imagination and commitment that it takes to guide clients through changing their own behaviour in order to change the behaviour of their dogs.
Roberto Barata, CTB.ccs, IPDTA-CDT
Jodie Hawker – Happy Paws Solutions Dog Training & Walking
Carrie Lumsden, CTB.ccs, IPDTA-CDT – K9 Kind
Cindy Vanfrankfoort, ABCDT, IPDTA-CDT – Team Fido
Anton Volkov, IPDTA-CDT
Fear Rehabilitation Excellence 2020
For implementing behaviour modification programs to replace a dog’s fear with confidence in order to rehabilitate fear or fear aggression and ensure quality of life for the dogs and those who love them.
Mika Hoshoian – Doggy Discovery Zone
Cindy Vanfrankfoort, ABCDT, IPDTA-CDT – Team Fido
Anton Volkov, IPDTA-CDT
Aggression Rehabilitation Award 2020
For the successful rehabilitation of aggressive dogs to prevent dog bites and ensure quality of life for dogs and those who love them.
Cindy Vanfrankfoort, ABCDT, IPDTA-CDT – Team Fido
Anton Volkov, IPDTA-CDT – Intelligent Dog
Dog Training Excellence Award 2020
For the knowledge and creativity that it takes to be a good dog trainer, the ability to effectively apply these skills and developing trust and mutual respect with dogs and their guardians.
Mandi Arnold – All Dogs
Roberto Barata, CTB.ccs, IPDTA-CDT
Andrea Dinan – City Dogs & EduCanine
Sylvia Gottschalk, CTB.ccs, IPDTA-CDT – Delightful Dogs
Ellen Jewett, CTB.ccs – Horn Refuge
Liz Jones-Morden – 4 On The Floor Dog Training
Silke LeMessurier, CTB.ccs, IPDTA-CDT – Pet Me Please
Carrie Lumsden, CTB.ccs, IPDTA-CDT – K9 Kind
Cindy Vanfrankfoort, ABCDT, IPDTA-CDT – Team Fido
Anton Volkov, IPDTA-CDT – Intelligent Dog
OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT 2020
For someone who has earned your trust and respect for their accomplishments and/or longevity working in the dog industry.
Teresa Lewin – Doggone Safe & Doggone Crazy
Jenny Maciel, CTB.ccs, IPDTA-CDT – Kitchener-Waterloo Humane Society
Cheryl Mayberry, CTB.ccs – Fido’s Playground
Humane Dog Training Award 2020
This award is presented to all nominees and positive dog trainers in attendance at the awards banquet for their dedication and active contributions to the promotion of humane dog training.
Mandi Arnold
Roberto Barata
Hannah Brutin
Lesley Dickson
Andrea Dinan
Judi Dowson
Carla Filles
Margaret Ann Frank
Sylvia Gottschalk
Jodie Hawker
Lisa Hoffman
Lisa Holland
Mika Hoshoian
George Hutchings
Ellen Jewett
Liz Jones-Morden
Eniko Kiss & Mark-David Shave
Chris Johnstone-Laurette
Silke Le Messurier
Teresa Lewin
Carrie Lumsden
Jenny Maciel
Cheryl Mayberry
Meg Mossop
Linda Neu
Linda Oliver
Lynda O’Neill
Kathy Patterson
Jackie Pritchard
Amanda Rich
Lisadawn Shackleford
Lauren Shoreman
Cindy Vanfrankfoort
Nicole Vogan
Anton Volkov
Kate Watson
Dustin Whealy