Meet the Team

CPDT-KA, Fear Free certified, AKC canine good citizen certified, APDT, Doggone Safe Bite Prevention Certified, owner, trainer

Angi began working with animals professionally in 1989. She received her license with Washington State as a Veterinary Technician in 1991 and applied animal behavior in 1993. She began Tails-A-Wagging in 1997 as owner and lead trainer. She specializes in Canine Body Language and dog-to-dog communication, with a particular interest in fear and aggression in small breeds. Angi’s focus in training is to help people learn how to communicate with their dogs to further their relationship with each other, using science-based, dog-friendly, reward-based training methods. Angi is a vegan and lives in Bellingham. Angela is a certified Fear-Free Professional and certified dog bite prevention educator.

CPDT-KA, trainer

He/Him

Cam is a northwest-raised adventure lover! He began working with dogs at Tails in 2008 before moving to Portland, Oregon in 2010. Continuing to work with, and learn from dogs and their people, Cam earned his CPDT-KA certification in 2016 and returned to Tails in 2018. His favorite aspects of training include building confidence in both dog and owner and fun having-relationship building. He strives to turn everyone into a little more of a nerd for their dogs!

Cam specializes in herding dogs, especially cattle dogs

Canine chaos coordinator,front desk,general manager

She/They

Did somebody say mush? Always a dog enthusiast, Charley fell in love with dryland mushing after looking for ways to exercise the family husky. Since then they have always been surrounded in life by all things dog. You can often find them being pulled around by their sled dog duo, Hiccup and Roxy. You could say they have a type: big, fluffy, and full of attitude. If not accompanied by their dogs you may find them practicing in a local symphony, or enjoying beautiful downtown Bellingham. Always feeling like their old job was missing something, they finally realized it was time to take their love of dogs into their career. Excited to join the team at TAW, they can’t wait to learn everything there is about our furry friends.

Manager

Raised with a special needs dachshund, Chloe has always had a sweet spot for making sure our best friends are taken care of. WA native that enjoys spending every free moment outdoors either biking, kayaking, or just sitting on the beach. The neighborhood go-to for dog walks and house sitting, Chloe has experienced the biggest to the smallest of dogs with every personality in between. Thrilled to be on the TAW team and always eager to give extra scratches.

Canine Chaos Coordinator

Canine Chaos Coordinator

Canine Chaos Coordinator, Inventory Manager

With a career in the world of four-legged companions that began in 2015, Colton—a dedicated canine enthusiast—is back with the Tails-A-Wagging team! Seamlessly merging his passion for pups with a keen focus on safety and exceptional care, Colton brings a wealth of expertise to the table.

From his early days working within a hunter’s reserve and vizsla breeding program, where he honed his skills in evaluating puppy personalities for the perfect home, Colton’s journey led him to our team here in Bellingham. At Tails-A-Wagging, he embraced the world of positive reinforcement and fear-free training—a transformative experience that continues to shape his approach to dog care. During his time away from the area, these principles of training remained a cornerstone of his own dog walking business, influencing his methods while working with unsocialized and easily overstimulated dogs.

Now, as Colton circles back to the Bellingham area, he seizes a second opportunity with the Tails-A-Wagging team. His passion for fostering positive, personalized pet care remains strong, and he looks forward to further developing his skill set in this dynamic environment.

Canine Chaos Coordinator

Born in Bellingham, Derek has always been the type of person at parties that hangs out with the dog more than talking to people.

After graduating from WSU, Derek worked in advertising and radio for five years in Seattle before moving back to Bellingham to try something new… which led him to work at Tails-a-Wagging! He has been with us since Summer 2023

Derek has his own Miniature Australian Shepherd puppy named Juno, who is the cutest, most well-behaved Aussie in the world.????

If you ever see Derek or Juno at Tails feel free to say hi!

Canine Chaos Coordinator, Front Desk, Manager

Born and raised in the Pacific Northwest, Devan has always had a strong connection to nature and the outdoors. He knew from a very young age that conservation of our natural resources was crucial in order to preserve the beautiful world that we live in for generations to come. He is currently an engineering student at Whatcom Community College, with hopes to focus his career on sustainable clean energy.

Growing up, there was never a time that he didn’t have a dog (or two!). He has a soft spot for stigmatized bully breeds and has a Pitbull mix of his own named Duck. He lives in Nooksack with his wife Summer and hopes to spend the rest of his life in the beautiful state of Washington!

Canine Chaos Coordinator

Born and raised in the Pacific Northwest, Evan began at Tails in December 2024! He started his career with animals in his youth, working with horses for 10 years, before he took a 3 year break in the food service industry. Now, he is excited to further his career working with dogs.

Outside of work, Evan can be found cooking, baking, playing video games, reading, and hiking. He is vegan and has two dogs of his own, Penelope and Gizmo, who are both French Bulldogs that he loves dearly.

If you are ever looking for someone to chat with you about all things dogs, especially Frenchies, he is more than happy to talk your ear off and encourages you to reach out if you have a Frenchie of your own.

Canine Chaos Coordinator

Grace has lived in Ferndale all her life, she enjoys the nature and the wildlife that Washington has to offer. She’s been at Tails-A-Wagging since August of 2024. Grace is hardworking, kind, and she loves animals. She especially enjoys dogs, no matter the size or breed, how crazy or how shy. She has two wonderful fur babies, Nicky, a beagle/ pitbull mix, and Milo, a shih tzu. When she’s not at work she loves to spend time playing video games, hanging out with friends, and snuggling with her dogs. She hopes to meet you and your puppy too!

APDT, CPDT-KA, Doggone Safe Bite Prevention Certified, Fear Free Certified, Front Desk, KPA CTP, Trainer

I’ve spent over fifteen years working in animal welfare, at shelters and rescues as well as providing guidance through training to dogs and their people in my private practice. After seeing so many pets lose their homes due to in-home conflicts, much of my work has been helping families with dogs through life changes – from newly adopted pets to bringing home babies, moving across the county, or just learning to walk comfortably, and safely around the neighborhood together. I’m especially drawn to working with shy/sensitive and over-reactive dogs and have a strong affinity for herding dogs.

I frame most of my training as games we can play with our dogs; it is integral to me that both ends of the leash are enjoying themselves! We build better lives with our dogs through enrichment/management, deepening our understanding and communication, and through our training and play together. My training is science-based and kindness-led.

I look forward to learning with you and your dog!”

As to cases I welcome – general training/basic manners, shy/sensitive and or over-reactive dogs, newly adopted dogs, families with dogs and babies/kids, husbandry/handling training, relaxation training, leash/walking skills, muzzle training.

CTC, HSUS CHES, KPA CTP, and Family Paws Educator (FFPE), Certified Fear Free

Canine Chaos Coordinator

Born and raised in the PNW, Kayden has been around animals for his whole life. Growing up as an only child, the family’s cat and two dogs were his best friends and #1 playmates. He learned respect for animals from a young age and has always been passionate about all creatures and critters, and continues to foster that love in his adult life. Now, Kayden spends as much time as he can smothering his family dogs with love and affection and often petsits for friends and family, considering himself the “fun uncle” of their animals.

Along with his love of animals, Kayden is also an artist and has a passion for illustration. In his free time, he enjoys gaming and playing D&D with friends.

Kayden is super pumped to be a part of the TAW team, and to spend time with all the doggos as he continues to grow his appreciation for these awesome beasts.

Trainer

Kerry is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer who has been training dogs for over 25 years. She has trained with Tails a Wagging since 2002 and in the past worked with Canine Academy in Seattle, Chuckanut Dog Training Association and Cassidae Canine Academy in Bellingham. She has also volunteered as the trainer for the Whatcom Humane Society for many years. She currently teaches our Wag It Games and Freestyle classes at Tails-A-Wagging and owns a beautiful Rough Coated Collie named Annie, who enjoys coming to daycare and attending class with her mom.

Canine Chaos Coordinator

Lauren has always had a deep love for animals, especially dogs. Growing up in the PNW with her family’s dogs, she developed a strong connection to nature and a passion for understanding the bond between people and animals. This love for the outdoors also led her to enjoy activities like backpacking, climbing, hiking, and reading about the natural world. Her passion inspired her to pursue a degree in Environmental Science. Lauren has had the pleasure of working with a wide variety of dogs and is constantly seeking new ways to expand her knowledge. She is thrilled to be a part of the Tails-a-Wagging team, where her love for dogs can flourish.

Canine Chaos Coordinator

When she is not spending time with furry friends, you’ll probably find her outside enjoying the fresh air, diving into a Minecraft build, or relaxing with some crochet. Whether it’s leash walks or yarn loops, she loves keeping her hands busy and my heart full.

Madi says she can’t wait to meet more pups (and people!) on this journey!

CPDT-KA, Trainer

Rae has worked with dogs for over 23 years in a variety of settings, from being one of the first pack dog walkers in Seattle when dog parks opened, to rescue and shelter work to dog training and classes. She achieved her CPDT-KA in 2016, and has trained around King and Kitsap county. Rae and her canine companion Apollo moved back to the NW after living down on St.Thomas, USVI’s for a year after the Irma-Maria hurricanes, volunteering at the Humane Society and helping rebuild. She somehow always knew she would end up in Bellingham (falling in love with it on her 1st Ski to Sea race over a dozen plus years ago) and is so happy to be training at Tails-a-Wagging!

Canine Chaos Coordinator

Born and raised on San Juan Island, Ramona has taken care of 15 family dogs in her lifetime,

and she is beyond excited to spend the day with your pets! From the littlest dogs to the biggest dogs, she loves them all, whether they’re rambunctious or calm, loud or quiet she’s happy to spend her day with them. When she’s not working with dogs, Ramona enjoys acting in local theatre, playing her guitar, and anything that scratches that creative itch.

Activities Coordinator, Canine Chaos Coordinator

She/Her

Riley grew up on acres of land that were just begging to house every furry, feathered, or scaled friend imaginable. As soon as she was old enough to have a say, inviting animals into her home was her favorite hobby; much to her parent’s dismay. Through all that excitement, she was never seen without a dog by her side. Whether that means, teaching her own pets every party trick in the book, or being the one person at the party who hangs out with the dogs more than the people. She’s excited to be a part of the Tails-A-Wagging team to further expand her knowledge on canine body language, training, and care and loves each and every dog in their own special way!

Certified Animal Behavior College, Trainer

Taylor is an ABC Certified Dog Trainer Level 2 (ABCDT-L2) and is animal shelter certified in working with rescue dogs and cats. She was born and raised in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and moved to Bellingham, WA in 2019. Since being here, she’s been working on her new career as a Professional Dog Trainer. Animals are her passion (along with food 😉), and she doesn’t know what she would do without beloved animals. She lives with her ferret Hermes, kitten Ellie, and the memory of her sweet Shiba, Adonis. Although he is no longer with us, the 12 years she spent with him have been the best years of her life! Taylor has always loved working with animals but didn’t realize exactly how much until her red and white Shiba Inu came along. Blue Falcon had Dynomutt, Kal-El had Krypto, and Taylor had Adonis, the best partner she could have asked for. She hopes to help everyone she encounters to see just how special these intelligent creatures are, and how they are taken for granted all too often.

Canine Chaos Coordinator

She/Her

Hi everyone! My name is Sonora, and if you see me at Tails-A-Wagging, you’ll
probably find me covered in fur and sporting a huge smile. I’ve always been
one of those people who just naturally gravitates towards animals. They’ve
filled my life with so much joy and purpose, and I truly can’t imagine my
world without them.

My journey to Tails-A-Wagging actually started with my own family dog, Ella.
She’s a regular here, and seeing how happy and well-cared for she was made
me realize I wanted to be a part of this amazing team. It’s so rewarding to
spend my days surrounded by wagging tails and happy barks, knowing I’m
helping to make their days a little brighter.

When I’m not at Tails-A-Wagging, you’ll likely find me at home, tending to
my other little family – my many, many houseplants! I find a lot of peace in
nurturing them, just like I do with the furry friends here. I believe in the
power of care and connection, whether it’s with a dog, a cat, or a leafy
green friend. I’m so excited to be a part of the Tails-A-Wagging family, and
I can’t wait to meet you and your wonderful pets!

Canine Chaos Coordinator

As for Cornelius, Zoe is still dedicated to working with him to overcome his lingering fears. Today, he has both human and dog friends alike! He even lives with a calico/tortoiseshell DSH named Spencer who Zoe adopted in 2023 and a pitbull/coonhound named Canyon who Zoe adopted in 2025. Zoe can’t imagine life without her three furry companions and enjoys watching them learn and grow everyday!