Meet the Trainers

  • A woman standing with a yellow Labrador Retriever dog on a leash, both smiling, under a rustic wooden arch made of twisted branches, in a forest with green trees and a sign in the background.

    Kayla Mooers

    My passion for dogs has driven me to build a career around helping dogs and their families develop strong, positive relationships. With two Bachelor’s degrees in biology and psychology, I take a science-based approach to training, and focus on building trust and a relationship between you and your dog. I am also an AKC-approved CGC evaluator, pet first aid certified, and a member of the International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP). I’m also currently working on obtaining my CDT-KSA through the IACP. When I’m not working with your dogs, you can find me with my own four: Jack, Link, Zeus, and Mako.

  • A man crouching with a smiling Australian Shepherd dog on a wet rock near a small waterfall in a forested area.

    Cody Bernard

    I’m a dog trainer who’s all about helping reactive dogs feel more confident and connected with their people. I’m a member of the IACP (International Association of Canine Professionals) and currently working on my CDT-KSA through them. My training style focuses on keeping things clear, consistent, and fair so both dogs and humans feel set up for success. If I’m not training your dogs, I’m out adventuring with my two Australian Shepherds, Comet and Kai; they keep me inspired and are the reason I love what I do.

Meet Our Team

  • A happy yellow Labrador retriever dog sitting outdoors on grass, with a yellow flower on its head, mouth open, tongue out, and looking at the camera.

    Jack Leonard

    Accounts Retrievable

    Food Critic/Quality Control

  • Dog sitting at a gaming desk with pink headphones on, in front of a computer monitor, with a pink and white gaming chair, and various gaming accessories and decorations around.

    Link Mazikeen

    Head of Security

    Chief Barketing Officer

  • Smiling Australian Shepherd dog with a harness and a bandana, sitting on the sandy ground.

    Zeus Apollo

    Landscaper

    Branch Manager

  • A happy black and white dog standing on a rock in a garden with pink, white, and orange flowers and green foliage.

    Mako Achilles

    Junior Pawject Manager

    Branch Manager Assistant

  • Close-up of a happy dog with a merle coat, pink tongue hanging out, and bright eyes, outdoors on grass.

    Kai Michael

    Snuggle Specialist

    Pawffice Assistant

  • A happy, tan and white dog lying on a blanket with red, green, white, and blue patterns, inside a room with light blue wooden walls and framed photos in the background.

    Comet Steven

    Exterminator

    Barketing & Communications

Our Interns

At Pine State Paws, we believe every dog deserves a chance to find their forever home. That’s why we chose to foster, so we can help give dogs a second chance and a fresh start. Our foster dogs are lovingly referred to as our “interns.” While they may be temporary team members, they’re treated just like the rest of the crew. Each one is getting the structure, support, and love they need as they prepare for their new homes. During their stay, they join group walks/play, participate in training, and learn what it means to be part of a family. Take a look at our current interns who are available for adoption! Please contact us if you are interested in adopting!

  • A happy Australian Shepherd puppy with blue eyes lying in the grass beneath outdoor wicker furniture.

    Darcy

    Adopt me!

  • A happy tri-color Australian Shepherd puppy lying on sandy ground outdoors, with green grass and trees in the background.

    Fletcher

    Adopted!

  • A white Australian Shepherd dog with blue eyes and a pink and black nose, sitting on dirt ground and looking up at the camera.

    Yoshi

    Adopted!

  • A happy dog with heterochromatic eyes, one blue and one brown, sitting outdoors on a grassy area with leaves, looking up with its tongue out.

    Brody

    Adopted!