Manny spent over 20 years working in the role of Coach/Instructor in various athletic and performance art platforms. He’s taught kids, parents, and families of all kinds in groups and individual settings. He has extensive experience in training dogs from his years of service at the Palm Springs Animal Shelter as the PSAS Training and Behavioral Specialist. There he oversaw staff and volunteer dog team programs. His work with teaching people and training dogs has taken him to every corner of the country.

He has worked in Florida training dogs at Canine Center Florida, an Advanced Behavioral Training facility, operated by Dogs Playing For Life. He is now focused on being out in the community to better serve families in need of straight forward and practical dog training services. Manny's application of Balanced Dog Training is clear, fun, and engaging. Your furry family member will be happier than ever when you have the right coaching, practice, patience, and consistency as your dog's handler and leader!

Christina has had years of practicing responsible pet stewardship. Early on as an adult she worked in customer service in the banking industry. She went on to work in the dental field. There she gained experience working as an assistant, as well as office manager. Later she entered the animal welfare industry as executive assistant for Dogs Playing For Life. Her roll was assisting the team with animal shelter coordination, as well as booking travel and accommodations. She moved on to apply her skills at team K9PT.

Christina has been an integral part of the K9PT family. She coordinates with intake of new clients, conducts phone consultations, and is a master of scheduling. She was elected as a Community Service District Board member in Morongo Valley. In her position, she helps to decide on Morongo Valley community matters. At home she cares for her dogs, cats, and chickens. She is also an incredibly loving and supportive wife and mother to two wonderful children. Our son, Lee as well as a daughter, Aria.