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09/06/2025
SteelCloud sponsors Stan, a service dog in training with Veterans Moving Forward. Stan is almost ready for his veteran as we are proofing his training. Today, he was not good; he was phenomenal!!! His response for retrievals were spot-on and he did not miss a single alert. Held his position despite several distractors trying to talk to him. So proud of him and grateful to his sponsor, SteelCloud, for making this all possible. We’re gonna miss him!
09/06/2025
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09/02/2025
Let’s support them and not stigmatize mental health issues.
According to Mission Roll Call, the U.S. has lost more than 120,00O veterans to su***de since 2001. Which is more than the total American combat deaths in every war since Vietnam combined. That number continues to grow, with an average of 44 veterans per day dying by su***de.
Labor Day training with Raziel and Sonny! Sonny Is with Veterans Moving Forward and is just under 6 months old. He is doing so well!
08/26/2025
Special shout out to Frederick County (MD) Fire & Rescue for being so kind in proofing Stan’s training to sirens and spoiling him for being a good boy when he handled the siren like a champ!
Veterans Moving Forward and Most Fine Canine Inc thank you for all you do!
08/23/2025
Sonny had a busy day today—Carroll Creek festivities—lots of dogs, children, booths, food, and smiles. Down commands were clean today but staying in heel position required reminders—especially near smiling children. Did great with the other dogs and other distractions. Really happy how he is coming along!
Veterans Moving Forward
Eichenluft German Shepherd Dogs
08/20/2025
Come join in the fun! Raz and I went last year and had a blast! We will be going back this year!
The Rehab Rover Canicross and Trail Race - 10k, 5K, Casual Dog Friendy 5K and Virtual 5K is on Saturday October 4, 2025 to Saturday October 25, 2025. It includes the following events: The Rehab Rover Canicross and Trail race 10K, The Rehab Rover Canicross and Trail Race 5K, The Rehab Rover Canicross...
08/19/2025
5 ½ month old GSD—well-bred. First time outside without collar and leash while doing obedience. We are not clean, but I am very happy with him. We will be moving on with clarity of the down position, duration, and distractions.
Veterans Moving Forward
Eichenluft German Shepherd Dogs
08/15/2025
These awesme guys just wrapped up a set of lessons with their wonderful rescue dog, Iggy. Love when clients put in the work and everyone, including the dog, is happy. The little chi came along for the ride and she is a lovely pup as well!!
08/13/2025
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08/05/2025
It isn’t pretty but we are learning to down with paws on the touch pad—we got one. I think we need a bigger touchpad!😛
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Leslie is the founder and owner of Most Fine Canine Inc. (formerly known as One Fine Canine Inc.) Most Fine Canine Inc. has been training dogs and their handlers since March 2000. Leslie is a 2000 graduate of National K-9 School of Dog Trainers. She is Pet Partner Team Member with 4 dogs, and is a Pet Partner Team Instructor and Evaluator. She holds certifications as a Certified Dog Trainer, Certified Dog Trainer Advanced, Professional Dog Trainer Instructor, Certified Service Dog Trainer, and a Certified Canine Athlete Specialist.
Leslie is a final placement trainer for service dogs for children and adults with neurological and mobility disabilities, including, but not limited to, multiple sclerosis, degenerative arthritis, autism, deafness, spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries. She is a member of the International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP) and is an active member of 3 of the IACP’s committees: Service Dog, Therapy Dog, and Legislative. She received the 2014 IACP Member of the Year Award and was inducted into the IACP Hall of Fame in 2015.
Leslie started the Animal Assisted Care (AAC) Program on the Inova Fairfax Hospital Campus in 2001. The Inova Fairfax Hospital Campus includes 4 acute care hospitals and has an 800-bed capacity. As the coordinator of the AAC Program, Leslie oversees the handler/canine teams and built an animal assisted care program that is internationally recognized as a leader in animal-assisted therapy. She and her first canine Pet Partner, Chug, were recipients of the Delta Society 2005 Beyond Limits Award for Outstanding AAT Professionals.
Leslie and her dogs have been featured in the Washington Post, the Washington Times, US News and World Report, Fox 5 News, WUSA Channel 7 News, and Reuters News. She was a member of the U.S. Department of Transportation Regulation/Negotiation Workgroup looking as service dogs and ESAs on airlines and the Airline Access Carriers Act. She has been a speaker at multiple conferences regarding the laws and training of service dogs.
Leslie is a registered nurse with over 30 years’ experience in critical care nursing and holds current certification in adult critical care nursing. She graduated with a Diploma RN in 1983 from the Ohio Valley Hospital School of Nursing, Steubenville, OH; a B.S. in Business Administration in 1989 from West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV; and a Masters in Business Administration in January 2009 from Hood College, Frederick, MD.
Leslie is committed to helping animals and their handlers to respect each other and to exist in a peaceful manner. Leslie loves all types of animals and currently owns 2 birds and 5 dogs. One of her dogs is a mobility service animal, which assists her with her own neurological disability. She has a Labrador Retriever, a German Shepherd, a miniature Dachshund, and 2 Chihuahuas.