Our Family

We strongly believe in investing in our employees because they possess the heart and soul that drives the company.  They cultivate the long-lasting relationships that make them a treasured member in your Pupper’s life.  We insist that all team members working with us are employees, not Independent Contractors, paid a living hourly wage (not per-appointment), and enjoy the labor protections of employees in WA State.  We also offer paid time off (sick & vacation time) & health insurance to our staff, among other benefits.

Additionally, every team member is required to go through extensive training when hired and is offered opportunities for continued education throughout their tenure. It is also required that every team member is Pet CPR & First AID certified.

Wesley Hawkins

Owner CEO at PSP | ABCDT | AKC-CGC | APDT

I decided to study dog behavior and training, because I wanted my two-year-old Labrador to behave better. I found the work so fascinating that I started Puget Sound Puppers in 2010 and became a Certified Dog Trainer by the Animal Behavior College (ABCDT) in 2012. Since then, I’ve enjoyed teaching people how to have a better quality of life with their canine loved ones through the fun, easy, and dog-friendly use of positive reinforcement training.

Jaime Volker

Director of Operations

All of our furry friends deserve the best care. I gravitate toward dogs with needs or issues that require extra attention, like pups that pull excessively or are reactive on leash. They certainly require extra energy and patience, but our commitment to one-on-one interactions means that the energy I put into working with my canine friends pays off with noticeably better behavior and an overall more enjoyable experience on both ends of the leash.