Summit Dog Training Owner and Head Trainer, Amber Quann, has been training dogs since age 10.  Through participation in a 4-H dog club, Amber grew up competing in various dog sports, including rally, agility, obedience, and conformation. Her current adventure partner is Jameson, a Papillon; together, they enjoy hiking, backpacking, walks in the park, hanging out at breweries, and nose work!

Amber is fascinated by the bond that grows between dogs and their owners as they adventure together, and promoting this special connection is a significant part of Summit Dog Training's mission. Amber is a graduate and Certified Training Partner with the Karen Pryor Academy and a Certified Professional Dog Trainer - Knowledge & Skills Assessed through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT). Amber also has the TAGteach Level 1 certification, and is an evaluator for the American Kennel Club's Canine Good Citizen program. She was voted #1 Dog Trainer in Colorado & #15 Dog Trainer in the USA for 2022.

To learn more about our head trainer, check out this interview!

Sarah has been an animal lover since childhood - she was one of those children always dragging animals home asking “can we keep it?”. Her specific interest in training and behavior started when she co-founded A Soft Place to Land in 2010, a rescue helping breeding dogs from commercial breeding facilities. The special attention these dogs needed prompted Sarah to learn as much as she could about positive reinforcement practices in training. As ASPTL became known as a rescue that would take less-than-easily adoptable dogs with either medical or behavioral needs, Sarah fostered dogs of all shapes, sizes, and behavioral challenges. Sarah is a graduate and Certified Training Partner of the Karen Pryor Academy and a Puppy Start Right Instructor.

Shay grew up exploring the Rocky Mountains of Colorado, and has always had a canine partner for all of her outdoor adventures. It was here that she discovered her passion for dogs, and the joy of reward-based training. She believes that whether you are hiking, climbing, camping, or just exploring nature, the trail feels better with a dog by your side. Shay trains with the goal of developing a partnership between you and your dog based on trust and clear communication so that you and your best friend can spend more time doing what you love together. Shay is a graduate and Certified Training Partner of the Karen Pryor Academy and has been training professionally since 2017. She shares her home with Daisy, a spirited and tenacious American Staffordshire Terrier mix. They enjoy exploring the outdoors together, and participating in a variety of sports including rally, agility, and barn hunt.

Angela Murray inherited her love of animals from her mother, and grew up tagging along and assisting in all aspects of her mother’s dog training business. After studying wolf behavior at Wolf Park in Battleground, Indiana, she decided to pursue a career in canines to make an impact on people’s everyday lives and help dogs stay in their forever homes. She has more than 28 years of experience teaching dog training classes and private lessons and working with dogs with behavioral challenges.  Angela is a Certified Behavior Consultant Canine through CCPDT, as well as an AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator. She has spent the last five years focused on training other professionals and dog enthusiasts by creating and implementing a dog behavior program at Waubonsee Community College in Sugar Grove, Illinois, and she is continuing this work here in Northern Colorado.  She has also been a mentor for the Animal Behavior College & CATCH Training Academy. Angela believes in fostering a relationship between people and dogs based on trust and security, allowing dogs the unlimited potential to be the best they can be. Angela currently shares her home with husband who was her high school sweetheart, their two sons, two Australian shepherds and a cat.

Nick has been an animal lover all his life. From growing up in a house full of dogs, to now having his own pack, it’s truly been a lifetime of experience and companionship! After spending a few years as a hospice/special needs foster for Izzy’s Place Senior Dog Rescue, Nick now spends time supporting his partner in her pursuits in dog sports. With an extensive background in the music industry, he brings a history of administrative communication and event coordination to the Summit Dog Training family. He lives in Fort Collins with his girlfriend, Erica. They share their home with five loving pups, Atlas, Marvin, Lizzy, Lily, and Ruvaak.

Even though Taylor didn’t come from an animal family, she was adamant about having a life surrounded by them. Every single job she's held has been to better the lives of dogs and other species. She has been advocating for animals since she can remember and brings that inspiration into every aspect of her work. In another part of her life, Taylor researches animal-human relationships and animal welfare. Taylor has a master’s degree in Conservation Leadership from CSU where she learned the skills to manage a variety of projects at any given time. She supports the Summit Dog Training team by ensuring everything runs smoothly in the background to guarantee the best services for you and your dog. Taylor calls Fort Collins home with her black lab/german shepherd, Riley.