Darcey Shank

She is a highly experienced dog trainer and canine behavior specialist with over four decades of expertise in training and coaching over 4,000 dogs of various breeds, including law enforcement and military dogs. As Instructor at PAWSITIVE Difference LLC, she designs and implements personalized training programs tailored to each dog's specific needs, achieving a 95% improvement in overall behavior. She provides one-on-one consultations, conducts group training classes, facilitates puppy socialization sessions, and collaborates with veterinarians to develop rehabilitation plans for rescue dogs with behavioral issues. She also brings strong business and procurement expertise, having served as Purchasing Coordinator where she negotiated contracts that resulted in 95% cost savings and managed vendor relationships. She is recognized as a dedicated, compassionate, and results-driven professional who combines deep expertise in canine behavior with strong business acumen and a commitment to helping dogs and their owners build trusting, balanced relationships.