I'm Amber Marino, founder and teacher. I believe dog training should be led with intention and heart. Intention is knowing what you’re doing. Heart is trusting why you’re doing it. At Wild Heart K9, our goal is to help you build a healthy relationship with your dog by understanding their body language, emotions, and intentions. When you honor your dog’s perspective, you open the door to a stronger connection.
My approach is heart-centered, guiding you to tap into your intuition and inner knowing. By tuning in, you'll learn to make choices that resonate with you and feel right for you and your dog. Through experiential learning, we'll explore and discover solutions together, helping you to confidently navigate your dog training journey.
I believe that a strong relationship with your dog is built on trust, respect, healthy communication, adventure, and joy. These elements allow you to connect with your dog on a deeper level, encouraging a sense of safety, confidence, and cooperation.
I also believe that dogs come into our lives for a purpose. I think they're here to help us grow, change, and become the people we're meant to be. If we allow ourselves to be open to the lessons that come from our animals, it can strengthen our bond with them in ways we never thought possible.
Sometimes pain sparks a new path. The last few years have been filled with loss, heartbreak, trauma, and irreversible change. As I try to steady myself and rebuild, a saying repeats in my head. “Help others to help heal yourself".
And with that, Wild Heart K9 was born.
Looking back, it's always been my calling to work with animals, and as I journey through life, I realize that animals and healing can go hand in hand. We all have a story, and that story can come with deep wounds, triggers, and patterns. Animals are no different.
Everyday life presents numerous triggers for both people and dogs. I encourage you to look at them. Identify the trigger, identify the current pattern, and then change the pattern. That’s how we create lasting change.
I believe if you've made it to our website, there's a reason why. If you're ready to make a shift, schedule an evaluation and let's begin this journey together.
• Mentorship with Angelina Jacquez of Primal K9 Coaching
• The Art of Canine Psychology with Angelina Jacquez
• The Art of Canine Psychology II with Angelina Jacquez
• Reactive/Aggressive Dog Workshop with Angelina Jacquez
• The Canine Human Relationship Institute with Nelson Hodges
• Relationship Based Behavior Modification with Nelson Hodges
• Art of Leash Handling and Understanding with Nelson Hodges
• Understanding Wolf Behavior and Pack Dynamics with Nelson Hodges
• Lucas Agnew Workshop with Cheri Lucas and Brian Agnew
• Lifesaver Seminar with Jason Vasconi and Barbara De Groodt
• NePoPo Obedience Seminar with Rebecca Weiss
• Canine Kinesthetics with Maryna Ozyna
• Immersion Seminar with Chris Fraize
• Train the Trainer E-cademy with Robin MacFarlane
• NePoPo Seminar with Valerie Erwin
• Mastering the Remote Collar with Tyler Muto
• Equine Leadership and Partnership with Ginger Krantz and Pam Hunter
• The Animal Communication Certification Program with Penelope Smith (currently enrolled)
• I am a member of the International Association of Canine Professionals
• I also have four dogs, Buddha, Mela, Gigi, and Zoddie, that have been my biggest teachers