ABOUT TORI GANINO, CDBC, CPDT-KA
Certified Dog Behavior Consultant
Guiding You From Chaos to Calm
My journey into the world of dog behavior began over 15 years ago, not with dogs, but with people. During my undergraduate studies in Psychology, I worked with children and adults with behavioral concerns, applying plans developed by professionals. This experience taught me a fundamental truth: effective, compassionate behavioral science can change lives.
That foundational experience sparked a lifelong passion for applying the same principles to animals. I believe every owner deserves to feel a sense of peace and confidence with their dog, and every dog deserves to be understood. My mission is to give you the tools to move beyond the stress of barking, lunging, or biting, and build the joyful, trusting relationship you’ve always wanted.
An Expert You Can Trust
Checkout my Certifications and Affiliations
In an unregulated industry, credentials and experience matter. My expertise is built on a solid foundation of formal education, rigorous certification, and years of hands-on work with the most challenging cases.
My Qualifications Include:
- Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (CDBC)
- Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA)
- Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology
- Honored as New York’s #1 Dog Trainer in 2022.
- Trusted Expert Witness for court cases.
- Respected Mentor at the Victoria Stilwell Academy & Animal Behavior College.
A certification is only as meaningful as the organization that grants it. My titles are earned from the two most respected independent bodies in the field: the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC) and the
Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT).
These are not “weekend seminars”; they are rigorous programs that require me to pass comprehensive exams, submit detailed case studies, and adhere to a strict code of ethics to maintain my standing. This ensures that the guidance you receive is not only effective but also humane and based on the most current behavioral science.
My Path to a Deeper Understanding
My formal journey began at the Animal Behavior College, where I was mentored by experts in obedience. Driven to tackle the most serious issues, I sought a second mentorship focusing specifically on aggression, reactivity, and fear-based behaviors.
Since founding Calling All Dogs in 2014, I have dedicated thousands of hours to working with reactive and aggressive dogs. This hands-on experience is supported by continuous learning, including advanced certifications like Aggression in Dogs and Forensics of Aggression, ensuring my methods remain at the forefront of the field.
My golden retriever, Fisher, often plays a crucial role in this process. He has been specially trained to act as a calm, neutral partner, helping fearful and reactive dogs learn to feel safe and build confidence in their training.
Beyond his work as a helper dog, Fisher and I actively travel and compete in NACSW K9 Nose Work® competitions, where we have earned numerous first, second, and third place titles. This ongoing partnership in training and competition constantly sharpens my skills and deepens my appreciation for the incredible potential within every dog.
Recognized by the Best in the Industry
Our expert dog training methods have been featured in leading publications.
News
Expert explains how to spot dog aggression after Rochester baby mauled to death
Tori Ganino, a certified behavioral dog consultant, explains how to tell if a dog could have dangerous tendencies.
“There should be an adult between the child and the dog and they are actively participating and supervising the interactions,” Ganino said.
Ganino’s company, Calling All Dogs, in Batavia specializes in working with aggressive dogs. Many of them have hurt people before. She says it’s key to have 100% adult supervision when a dog Read more…
My Published Work
I believe in sharing knowledge to elevate the standards of animal welfare and training. You are welcome to read and download my articles that have been featured in the publications above.
- “Functional Assessments in Dog Bite Evaluations: Enhancing Accuracy and Consistency in Legal Cases”
- Published in: The APDT Chronicle of the Dog, Summer 2023
“Bringing Home Baby: The Challenges of Integrating a New Puppy with 2 Cats and a Blind Dog”- Published in: The APDT Chronicle of the Dog, Summer 2022
“From Foes to Friends: Using Positive Reinforcement to Teach a Cat and Dog to Happily Coexist”- Published in: IAABC Journal, Barks From the Guild, & The Chronicle of the Dog
“Cooperative Care for Canine Cataracts”- Published in: IAABC Journal, August 2019
- “Dog Training: It’s Not Opinion, It’s Science”
- Published in: Edition Dog Magazine
“I’m My Dog’s Caregiver, Not Their Alpha”- Published in: Edition Dog Magazine