At High Caliber Working Dogs, we believe dog training goes beyond the basics of sit, down, and stay. Our focus is on fostering a strong and healthy relationship between you and your dog by building motivation through marker training. This system establishes clear communication with your furry companion, allowing them to “learn to learn” in a way that’s engaging and enjoyable.

I’m Andrew Pena, the owner and lead trainer. My journey into professional dog training began in 2018, but it has been a passion of mine since 2010. Growing up, I always loved dogs and would play with my friends’ pets whenever I had the chance, as I couldn’t have one of my own due to my mom’s allergies. When I turned 21 and moved out on my own, the first thing I did was adopt a German Shepherd off Craigslist. While I wasn’t familiar with good breeding practices at the time, I quickly realized my dog, Henrik, needed training. That’s when I sought out a professional trainer and started his training journey, unknowingly starting my own as well. Eventually, my trainer recognized my passion for working with dogs and offered me a job, which solidified my path into dog training. From there, everything fell into place, and I knew this was what I wanted to do for a living. The rest, as they say, is history!