Riley’s Angels

Based in Sandusky, Ohio, Riley’s Angels is a dog training business run by Lesley Sinwald. Lesley holds the Certified Professional Dog Trainer, Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA) credential. They are a member of the Pet Professional Guild, whose members commit to training without shock, prong or choke collars. Their listed services include manners and basic skills, private lessons, group classes, behavior consulting, dog sports and tricks and service dog training.

At a glance

• Trainer: Lesley Sinwald
• Credentials: CPDT-KA · PPG member
• Approach: Positive reinforcement (reward-based)
• Services: Manners and basic skills, private lessons, group classes, behavior consulting, dog sports and tricks, service dog training
• Location: Sandusky, Ohio

The French Bulldog angle

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Sources: the Pet Professional Guild member directory, checked October 2026. Credentials are shown as the trainer lists them in the Pet Professional Guild directory. Check with the trainer before you book, since services and prices change.