In 2012, Sarka's journey into dog training began with a personal mission to understand and help her own highly reactive dog, Sultan. She knew that to truly help her fearful and aggressive companion, she needed to deepen her knowledge of animal behavior. Sarka enrolled in Animal Behavior College, marking the beginning of her professional career. She immediately put her passion into practice by volu
nteering at a local animal shelter, where she not only fostered and trained numerous dogs with a wide range of behavioral challenges but also adopted three dogs herself from shelters and rescues. Through this work, Sarka discovered that dogs are more than just companions; they are our greatest teachers. She learned that a dog's behavior is a reflection of its environment and its human's leadership. Sarka believes it is our responsibility to learn how to read and understand a dog's language, and to treat them with respect while also establishing the clear boundaries, rules, and routines they need to thrive. For Sarka, dog training is about far more than commands and drills—it's about building a foundation of trust and creating a lifelong partnership. She works with dogs of all breeds and ages, using a reward-based approach during the learning phase and as a reinforcer for established behaviors. Her training services cover a wide array of problem behaviors, including potty training, chewing, nipping, and counter surfing. Sarka is a proud member of the Association for Professional Dog Trainers (APDT) and the United Schutzhund Clubs of America (USCA).
