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Katie Vecchi
About This Trainer
Animal Friends, Inc. is a dog training business in Pittsiburgh, Pennsylvania, run by Katie Vecchi. Katie holds Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner (KPA CTP) certification and Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer (CSAT) certification. They are a member of the Pet Professional Guild, whose members commit to training without shock, prong or choke collars.
At a glance
- Trainer: Katie Vecchi
- Credentials: KPA CTP · CSAT · PPG member
- Approach: Positive reinforcement (reward-based)
- Location: Pittsiburgh, Pennsylvania
Why it matters for French Bulldogs
Frenchies have a reputation for being stubborn, but most of the time they are under-motivated, not defiant. Trainers who use rewards find what your dog will work for and keep sessions short enough to stay fun. Read our force-free French Bulldog training guide.
Sources: the Pet Professional Guild member directory, checked October 2026. Credentials from the Pet Professional Guild directory are as the trainer lists them. Services and prices change, so confirm directly with the trainer before you book.
Credentials and Services
Credentials
Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner (KPA CTP), Pet Professional Guild Member (Force-Free Pledge), Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer (CSAT)
Credentials (as listed)
KPA-CTP, CSAT, LFDM
Contact and Location
Address
Pittsiburgh, PA 15237
Phone Number
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