SAM with Shilo, Kimba and Aggi    SAM KABBEL, CPDT, President Sam is the President and owner of Pet Behavior Solutions. She began her career in animal welfare in 1996, working with pet owners as well as animal welfare organizations, rescues, and animal control agencies. She is the creator of the Core Behavior AssessmentTM which is the behavior evaluation program used by many animal shelters and animal control agencies in Arizona, including the Arizona Humane Society and Maricopa County Animal Care and Control. Sam served as President and CEO of the Arizona Animal Welfare League until October 2007. She is currently developing a non profit organization called Project Humane that focuses on community education and outreach programs. These programs will benefit both people and animals. Sam is certified through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers, and has completed specialized education and training in psychology, learning theory, ethology, family counseling, behavior modification techniques, aggression, canine and feline behavior issues, and grief counseling. She is degreed as a Chartered Property and Casualty Underwriter, and has her Associate in Risk Management and Fraud Claims. She is a member of the Association of Behavior Analysis – Animal Trainer’s Forum, the Animal Behavior Society and the Association of Pet Dog Trainers. Sam has also served as a pet grief counselor for the Companion Animal Association of Arizona. She is experienced in all areas of training and behavior for dogs and cats, though she specializes in aggression. Sam continues to develop her professional skills on an on-going basis. She writes and frequently lectures at seminars, conferences, and workshops on animal behavior and animal welfare issues. She has authored many articles for magazines, newsletters, and other publications. She has appeared on local television and in print media and is certified as an expert witness in civil trials regarding animal behavior. TERRI ASHER, Vice President Terri Asher is Vice President, of Pet Behavior Solutions. She is a member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (www.apdt.com), an endorsed member of the National Association of Dog Obedience Instructors (www.nadoi.org), and is certified through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (www.ccpdt.org). Terri has worked as an animal behavior consultant and trainer since 2000. Terri has earned a Master of Arts degree in psychology and is working toward her Ph.D. She has completed specialized training in learning theory, animal behavior, behavior modification techniques, and canine and    Terri with Sage, Shimi and Rika feline behavior issues. She has attended seminars, conferences and workshops through the Association of Pet Dog Trainers and is an avid reader of publications by leading experts in the field. Terri strives to develop her professional skills on an on-going basis. Terri served as the Behavior Programs Coordinator for the Arizona Animal Welfare League, Arizona's oldest and largest no-kill shelter. In this position, she developed and implemented programs to increase shelter animals' adoptability, trained volunteers in these tasks, conducted monthly educational classes for personnel and volunteers from this and other organizations, provided temperament testing and adoption counseling, and ran a valley-wide behavior help-line for adopters. Terri has authored articles for First for Women Magazine and is a regular contributor for Dogality, The Pet Paper, local shelter and rescue newsletters and other online publications. Terri works in all areas of training and behavior modification and specializes in obedience and behavior training. She and husband Josh recently welcomed their first child, Julian, to their household which also includes 3 dogs: Rika (a cattle dog mix), Sage (a setter mix) and newest addition Sashimi (a Doberman Pinscher). Monica and Maizie     MONICA FONSECA, Training and Behavior Consultant Monica has been working for PBS since 2002. She currently teaches obedience classes, and does private appointments. She also provides Behavior evaluations for local shelters and Rescues. In the past, Monica has worked as a Training and Behavior Coordinator for a local shelter. She was involved with teaching their staff, including adoptions counselors, foster parents, and volunteers on a variety of subjects including dog and cat handling, behavior and development. Monica studied Animal Physiology in college and worked as a Veterinary Technician in general and specialty practices. Monica shares her home with her family, which consists of 3 wonderful rescued cats, Nellie, Mia, and George Bailey and a lovable rescued Newfoundland, Maizie. PHILL PETERS, Behavior & Training Consultant Phill has been working with PBS since 2002. He currently teaches obedience classes, puppy classes, and private appointments. Phill has received a B.S. and M.S. in biology and works as an environmental consultant. Phill and his family share their home with three rescue dogs, Dack (a Siberian mix), Charlie (a Labrador mix), and Maddie (a Chihuahua mix). Phill with Dack, Charlie and Maddie         KAREN STOVALL, Training Instructor Karen has been working with PBS since 2002 and instructs basic obedience classes. She has a B.S. degree in planning and works as an urban planner. Karen happily shares her home with her rescued dog Molly. Karen and Molly KELLY BERNIER-SMITH, Training Instructor Kelly has been working for PBS since 2005. She currently instructs basic obedience classes. Kelly studied business and music in college and has 10 years experience in the insurance industry. She works as a broker for an independent retail brokerage. Kelly shares her home with her wonderful husband Brian, her 2 much loved cats, Aprilia and Abel, and her big fuzzy, adorable Alaskan Malamute, Roc. Kelly and Roc     MARSHA KABAT, Manager Marsha has a BA in Communications and has over 20 years experience in Management and customer service in a variety of fields. She joined PBS in April of 2004. Marsha lives with her husband Ron and her brood of animals. In Memory of JOAN ALBAMONT-KABBEL (May 26, 1933 to January 8, 2001) This is for my mom. She was my first office manager, my friend and my support. Without her, Pet Behavior Solutions would not exist. I hope you'll understand my sentiment and tribute...... Thanks Mom!