Training services provided in the lower half of New Jersey
At Coastal Pines K9, our dog training team is fueled by an unwavering dedication to the well-being and success of every canine companion we work with. Each team member brings a profound passion for understanding and connecting with dogs, guided by a genuine love for animals and commitment to creating lasting relationships between owners and their pets. Our trainers are not just dog lovers—they are professionals, each with unique skills and experiences that shape our dog training programs in South Jersey.
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Owner / Head Trainer
With a lifelong love for dogs and a deep passion for canine behavior, Tom founded Coastal Pines K9 to help dogs and owners build stronger, more fulfilling relationships. Starting in Ocean County and now based in Burlington County, Tom has earned a reputation for compassionate, effective training. He is committed to helping all dog breeds and sizes thrive through lasting, positive results.
Trainer & Kennel Support
Tim brings a deep understanding of canine behavior and a natural ability to connect with dogs to Coastal Pines K9. His love for video games has also proven to be a valuable asset in training. Tim’s strategic thinking and quick reflexes, honed in the virtual world, translate seamlessly into crafting effective training plans for dogs. This innovative approach, combined with a heart full of compassion, creates a training experience that is not only highly effective but also enjoyable for both dogs and their owners.
Trainer & Kennel Support
Grace is a Certified Balanced Dog Trainer, graduating from the prestigious Kennelwood Academy for Professional Dog Trainers in Union, Missouri. Grace brings years of experience in competition obedience, scent work, protection training, tracking and trailing, service dog training, and reactive/aggression rehabilitation. Her passion for dogs stems from helping people and watching their relationships with their dogs develop and thrive.
Trainer & Kennel Support
Chelsea brings a wealth of knowledge of dog behavior as a Certified Animal Control Officer with nearly 10 years of experience. She decided to take a pause in her career to expand her knowledge in kennel management, farming assistance, and dog training. Chelsea leverages her skills and past experiences to educate owners about animal welfare, having saved many animals, including her sweet Pittbull, Potato.
Trainer & Kennel Support
Marisa has always had a passion for working with canines. From rescuing abandoned dogs as a child to teaching them how to be dogs, and grooming them with her mother, Marisa’s love for dogs began early. Marisa spent 10 years working in kennels, grooming, teaching, and caring for dogs, with dog training always being a personal passion. She is dedicated to helping as many dogs as possible find their forever homes and become well-behaved companions.
Lead Trainer
Heather has been called “the animal whisperer.” Deer and squirrels would eat from her hand, butterflies landed on her, and lost or abandoned dogs always seemed to find their way to her doorstep. Her connection with animals has always felt intuitive—but it was tested and transformed in late 2020.
During the height of the COVID shutdowns and the beginning of her post-graduate academic journey, Heather decided to adopt a rescue dog. What she thought would be a grounding companion turned out to be a genetic and behavioral challenge she could never have anticipated. However, she found her calling through his struggles—and through the guidance of his dedicated trainers, whose approaches were rooted in compassion, adaptability, and the belief that every dog has the potential to grow when we listen deeply.
Today, Heather is committed to helping dogs thrive in the complex worlds we ask them to navigate, and to guiding owners in building meaningful, lasting relationships with their companions.
Trainer & Kennel Support
Cheyenne has dedicated her career to helping build bonds between owners and their dogs through obedience and confidence-building training. She has always had a passion for dogs and is deeply committed to the safety, welfare, and forward development of the dogs in her care. “Coastal Pines K9 is more than just dog training; we truly care for the safety, welfare, and forward development of our dogs,” says Cheyenne.
Trainer & Kennel Support
Faith has always had a passion for working with animals. What sparked her interest in training was the help she needed when her own pup was attacked by a dog. Since then, her knowledge has grown, and she’s worked as a professional trainer for 2 years, along with 8 years of animal rescue and volunteer work at various different shelters. Her newest passion is training working dogs in personal protection or sport work. Faith’s long-term career goal is to have a working dog rescue, to train high-drive dogs surrendered to shelters, and find them the proper working homes. “Every pup deserves to have a connection with the right owner and live a happy life!”
Building Bonds, One Paw at a Time: Professional Training for Devoted Owners.
