Born and raised in Florida, Charlie spent her formative years raising and showing horses. She attended the University of Central Florida and majored in business. She entered the corporate world in 2007. After almost 18 years, she wanted to get back to her roots working with animals. For the past 4 years, she has been focused on dog training. Collaborating with skilled trainers, she has gained extensive experience and insight into dog behavior. She and her own “rebellious” dog Clyde have been able to achieve advanced trick titles and the coveted CGC title. They have dabbled in barn hunt, agility, and scent work. They are currently focusing on achieving their therapy certification.