About Us
Welcome to Ruff Time Canine! We specialize in dog training/management and offer exercise & enrichment services to help dogs reach their full potential! We service the Litchfield county area but will travel for additional costs.
Owner: Alex Esandrio-Catch Certified Dog Trainer (CCDT)
Professional studies in Obedience training and Behavior Consultation
Pet CPR Certified
Canine Co-owner: Joy - Medical Response Service Dog
Trainer experienced in group classes, private lessons, puppy development, working detection dogs, pack walks, and more!
Our Story: When an undiagnosed chronic illness landed me in the hospital and took away my independence, I adopted Joy from a local rescue to lift my spirits. We immediately bonded and she began to sense when my symptoms were about to strike before I felt them. Her natural intuition and calm demeanor made her the perfect candidate for service dog work. We trained for 2 years to meet the American’s With Disability Act standards and have been a successful team ever since. She changed the trajectory of my life and made living with my disabilities manageable. She allowed me to complete college without having to take medical leave and walked across the stage with me to receive my diploma. She inspired me to go back to school and study canine behavior and training with CATCH Canine Trainers Academy. I went on to work under three different trainers to gain experience in teaching private lessons, group classes, detection dogs, and more. I have been a dog trainer working in the field for over 5 years, aiming to improve the lives of all canines and owners that cross my path. I look forward to meeting you and working with your dog to achieve your goals!
