Burbank
TODD COLLINS - PERSONAL TRAINER
Born and raised in Houston, TX, Todd developed an affinity for physical activity at a young age. He has competed in several different sports over the last 20 years. Today, Todd continues to cultivate his passion for exercise by helping others reach their physical goals.
Todd has been a certified personal trainer for the past six years. He has studied six martial art disciplines over the past 14 years (Ju Jitsu, Tae kwon Do, Tai Chi, Aikido, Jeet Kun Do, & Capoeira). During his tenure as a personal trainer, Todd has trained full- contact fighters, law enforcement officers, fire fighters, as well as a wide variety of individuals who have pursued their own goals to improve their well being. He has also assisted in the physical rehabilitation of several auto accident survivors and drug addicts. Todd also plays drums for the rock band Join The Fight.
Todd and Jill first met as trainer/client nearly five years ago. Since then they have become great friends. Todd has been with Thank Dog Bootcamp since the beginning stages. - todd@thankdogbootcamp.com
Burbank
NOELLE BLESSEY - PERSONAL TRAINER 
Noelle is an ACSM-certified personal trainer. She could not be more excited to be part of the Thank Dog! Team. She relishes the unique opportunity to meld her knack for helping others reach their fitness goals with her love for animals.
Born and raised in Southern California by fitness-enthusiast parents, she developed an appreciation for an active lifestyle at an early age.
She is an avid soccer player, 4-time California AIDS ride cyclist and Anchorage, Alaska Marathon finisher. When not on the playing field or in a gym, her favorite companions are her dogs Owen and Krinkles. noelle@thankdogbootcamp.com
Long Beach
JAMIE SHINDLE - PERSONAL TRAINER 
Knowing her love for fitness, Jamie attended California State University Fullerton and graduated with honors holding a Bachelor's of Science degree in Kinesiology with a specialization in Health and Fitness Promotion. During her years at CSU, she became the fitness coordinator at a retirement community and did her college internship in senior fitness. She taught pilates to students, teachers, and the dean of her department.
After graduating and being in the fitness industry for over 10 years, Jamie has become an experienced group instructor and coach, teaching a wide variety of classes and sports. She previously taught pilates, dance, Beach Blast (bootcamp), senior fitness classes (SilverSneakers), aqua aerobics, and low impact aerobics.
Now, Jamie has found a new love and it's working out with her spunky sidekick Maximus, a 1 yr- old Boston Terrier. After seeing all the benefits from training and taking part in the classes, she can't wait to share Thank Dog! Bootcamp with you & your dog! js@thankdogbootcamp.com
DERRICK NGUYEN- DOG TRAINER 
Already ahead of the game, twenty-year-old Derrick has found his passion in life as he pursues his degree in zoology at Santa Ana College. Because his fascination with animals started at such an early age, it later became obvious to Derrick that dogs would become his focus. He began his career by volunteering at dog rescues and holding several jobs ranging from puppy care to working in high paced veterinary clinics. But it wasn't until he adopted his dog Bosco from the animal shelter that dog training became his calling.
After months of classroom study, videos, hands-on experience, consulting and working with people to train their dogs, Derrick is leading the Long Beach location as a certified dog trainer with Thank Dog! Bootcamp. He is also furthering his studies to become an in-home dog trainer for Thank Dog! Training.
When Derrick isn't dog training, football is his thing! As an established athlete, he hopes to play collegiate level football in the near future. Derrick was a tri-athlete in high school and earned honors in football. With all his experience put into one, he guarantees the best obedience workout for you AND your dog! - derrick@thankdogbootcamp.com
HUNTINGTON BEACH
HEATH WALTON - PERSONAL TRAINER
Heath is a certified personal fitness trainer and self-defense instructor who has been training people privately and in groups for ten years. He became a certified fitness trainer by studying under Olympic trainer Dr. Jack Barnathan and Chiropractor Dr. Dan Nelson.
Heath first realized his love for training at the age of five when he started martial arts. By the age of 16 he had earned three black belts and won gold and bronze medals in the Junior Olympics. He then joined the Marine Corps, and while traveling the world developed his own form of self-defense called Omnis Morium. - heath@thankdogbootcamp.com
AMY SPENCE - DOG TRAINER 
After many years of soul searching, earning college degrees, taking numerous jobs, growing up with 2 schnauzers and being around animals all her life, petsitting and dog walking became Amy's passion. Her calling became apparent when families who loved and trusted Amy to take care of their furry family members spread the word to others by continuing to refer her to additional customers. It was obvious to her when she heard Thank Dog! Bootcamp was hiring that she should not only be a part of the team, but study to become a dog trainer.
After months of classroom study, videos, hands-on experience, consulting and working with people to train their dogs, Amy is leading the Orange and Huntington Beach location as a certified dog trainer with Thank Dog! Bootcamp. She is also furthering her studies to become an in-home dog trainer for Thank Dog! Training. Good thing, since she just adopted an 11 week- old great dane puppy! Not only is she excited about helping people train their dogs, she can't wait for her own to join the Thank Dog! Team! - amy@thankdogbootcamp.com
NORTHERN CALIFORNIA
WAG HOTELS - San Francisco
CASSIE SHANNON - PERSONAL TRAINER
Cassie is a certified personal trainer and coach who was born and raised in Los Altos, CA. At a young age Cassie defined herself by her athletic ability, constantly striving for progression and the honor of being one of the best. This is probably why if you ever saw her on the playground when she was a little girl she was almost always playing tackle football with the boys over hopscotch and kickball with the girls!
...See her full Bio - cassie@thankdogbootcamp.com
FRANCES HURLEY - DOG TRAINER
Frances has always enjoyed the company of animals. From a young age, she knew that she was destined for a career working with animals. Her first job was at a doggy day care facility, where her passion grew and her focus turned to dogs. In an effort to gain further experience, Frances undertook additional responsibilities at the facility, including running play groups, socializing puppies, walking dogs and assisting in behavioral training sessions.
Frances’ decision to join the team at ThankDog! Bootcamp was a natural choice; she joined the team as a dog trainer, thereby allowing her to continue her education working with dogs and their owners. After weeks of hands-on training, dog handling and classroom work, Frances was certified by Thank Dog! Bootcamp. She now leads dog training classes at Wag Hotels in San Francisco. She thrives on building a rewarding relationship with the dogs that she trains and believes that a dog with solid basic obedience training makes for a peaceful home environment, and a happy and fit friend for life.
When she isn't taking long walks on the beach, Frances is spending time with her dog, Mickey, whom she's had for 8 years. Their favorite past time is riding her bike around town. frances@thankdogbootcamp.com