Alexa graduated from Midland University in Fremont, Nebraska with a Bachelor of Science in Biopsychology and a Chemistry minor. She worked at Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium where she assisted with animal husbandry and training in the Aquarium. Upon graduating Alexa moved to Houston and worked as the District Dog Training Mentor for Petco. While at Petco, she became a certified AKC Evaluator. After 300+ hours of dog training, she took the CPDT-KA exam and became a Certified Professional Dog Trainer for Rover Oaks Pet Resort. In 2016, she wanted to specialize in working with children and dogs so she became a Licensed Family Paws Parent Educator. This is an internationally recognized program. Alexa is 1 of 8 trainers in the state of Texas and 1 of only 2 trainers in Houston to have this licensing.
Alexa grew up in York, Nebraska. This is where she got her love for animals! She met her husband while in high school and they have been together ever since! She enjoys showing her Nebraska family around Houston when they visit and spending time with her husband Micah, daughter Roux, and Golden Retriever Kylo.
Alexa volunteers with the Texas Marine Mammal Stranding Network and is a member of the Critical Care Response Team. She also volunteers with various Animal Rescues and Shelters in the Houston area. When she isn't working she loves to spend time at the beach, participate in triathlons/marathons, and watch her favorite sports teams! Especially, her Nebraska Cornhuskers! GO BIG RED!
Kelsey attended Texas A&M University in College Station, TX. In 2015, she received a Bachelors degree in Wildlife and Fisheries Sciences with a concentration in Vertebrate Zoology.
Following college graduation, she attended an extensive 12 week training program through Starmark's School for Professional Dog Trainers. This is where she gained amazing knowledge and experience and received her certificate as a Professional Training and Behavior Specialist. Kelsey is also a certified AKC Evaluator and can help you achieve your goal of making your dog a model citizen!
Kelsey started her career working with Service Dog Express offering affordable training for people in need. This is where she discovered her desire to learn more training techniques and expand her knowledge past the basics. She continued to work with service dogs and also received a full-time job at Rover Oaks Pet Resort. She spent a year with them gaining wonderful knowledge and experience with great clients and coworkers before choosing to start her own business with Alexa.
Kelsey was born and raised in Missouri City, Texas. After attending Texas A&M, she moved back to Houston to pursue her dream of working with animals. Kelsey’s home is full of love with her husband, Austin, his son Zachariah, their son Nolan, and their two rambunctious dogs!
Kelsey ’s favorite way to spend her free time is with her loving little family. Zachariah is involved in multiple athletic organizations and this keeps them very busy!
When Kelsey isn’t with her family, she likes to assist a variety of rescues around Houston. Helping dogs find and keep their forever homes is one of her greatest passions.