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Cecilia Higareda is a dedicated dog trainer with a passion for helping people and their dogs build lasting, positive partnerships. She specializes in service dog training and uses positive reinforcement methods to develop confident, reliable service dogs, therapy dogs, and well-mannered companion dogs.
Cecilia has over five years of hands-on experience training service dogs and more than seven years of experience in obedience and companion dog training. She successfully completed a professional dog training course through GoodPup, earning her certification, and continues to expand her knowledge through ongoing education and mentorship.
Cecilia has had the privilege of training under the mentorship of Shona Gorton, who has guided her in advanced service dog training and continues to mentor her in therapy dog training. This mentorship has helped Cecilia strengthen her skills while developing an individualized, humane approach to training that focuses on building confidence, communication, and trust between dogs and their handlers.
For those interested in learning more about Shona Gorton’s training methods or mentorship, she can be contacted at seemeedogs@gmail.com.
Cecilia is committed to lifelong learning and believes every dog has the potential to succeed through patient, science-based, positive reinforcement training. Her mission is to improve the lives of individuals and their canine companions by providing personalized training that helps each team achieve their unique goals.
More About ME
Embark on a remarkable journey with Cecilia Higareda, an individual on the Autism Spectrum who brings a unique perspective to dog training through Pawsitive K9 Training. Cecilia’s personal experiences with dogs have shaped her understanding of patience, communication, and the powerful bond between humans and their canine companions.
Throughout her journey, Cecilia’s own canine companions have played an important role in her growth as a trainer. Sparky, her rescue Chihuahua mix, has taught her the importance of patience, understanding, and meeting each dog’s individual needs. Ace, her cream Goldendoodle and service dog, stands as a testament to the impact of thoughtful training and the life-changing partnership between a service dog and their handler.
Cecilia also began a special journey with Sweets, a young Goldendoodle who showed incredible promise as a future service dog prospect. During her training, Sweets demonstrated remarkable potential and helped Cecilia continue developing her skills as a trainer. Sadly, Sweets passed away unexpectedly at a young age due to medical complications before completing her service dog journey. Although her time was short, Sweets left a lasting impact on Cecilia and remains an important part of her story and passion for helping dogs reach their potential.
Cecilia has worked with a wide variety of breeds and mixes, including Labrador Retrievers, Goldendoodles, Poodles, German Shepherds, Boxers, Pit Bulls, Doberman Pinschers, Maltese, Yorkshire Terriers, Pomeranians, and rescue mixed breeds. This diverse experience has strengthened her understanding of canine behavior and the importance of creating individualized training approaches for each dog.
Beyond her personal journey, Cecilia continues to grow as a trainer through education, mentorship, and hands-on experience. She is passionate about helping dogs and their handlers build confidence, trust, and stronger partnerships through positive reinforcement training.
Join Cecilia on her journey with Pawsitive K9 Training, where every dog has the opportunity to learn, grow, and be valued for the unique companion they are.
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