Fortunately, Pat Miller, one of the country’s leading practitioners of positive techniques resides in Hagerstown, MD. Pat Miller is an internationally recognized leader in the positive methods movement and the founder of Peaceable Paws.

In addition to attending the dog training and behavior modification academies at Peaceable Paws, Hedda commuted to Hagerstown for one year where she completed a formal apprenticeship under Pat Miller. She has also attended seminars led by Patricia McConnell, Steve White, Kathy Sdao, Sue Sternberg, Pia Silvani, among others. She is a frequent attendee at the Clicker Expo and APDT conferences. Hedda continues to seek educational opportunities by participating in seminars, workshops and conferences.

She serves Washington, DC and surrounding communities. She volunteers her time at the Washington Animal Rescue League and occasionally gives workshops for Your Dog’s Friend, a Non-Profit organization in Montgomery County, MD. She has taught classes for YDF as well. Hedda has taken a special interest in Assistance Dogs and the support they can provide to children with Autism. She has worked with several families with autistic children and their assistance dogs.

Last, but not least, Hedda is a presenter for Dogs & Storks. This program helps parents and grandparents-to-be in their endeavor to prepare their dogs for the arrival and life with a new family member. Hedda resides in Washington, DC with her husband, two sons and Hovawart.

Hedda's other credentials include:

• CPDT-KA – Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers
• PMCT – Pat Miller Certified Trainer
• Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Evaluator
• Evaluator for Service Dog Support
• Pet First Aid Certified
• Presenter of Dogs & Storks