About Us
Our team strives to stay up to date with all the latest developments in positive dog training.
Yuruani Olguin
Yuruani Olguin is the founder of Yuruani Olguin Dog Training, Inc. She has worked extensively with clients throughout New York City, helping build relationships based on mutual respect and understanding.
Yuruani is CPDT-KA certified and her training is based on force-free techniques, taking into account all aspects of each individual dog’s situation, including breed, background, temperament and—very importantly—household environment.
Yuruani is also a Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer (CSAT). She specializes in working with clients whose dogs suffer from separation anxiety through a humane systematic desensitization protocol. Her goal is to help dogs and their humans live a happy and healthy life together.
Meet the trainers
Helen Colombo
Helen’s dog training career began in AKC obedience and dog sport competitions. She was a staff trainer for the San Francisco SPCA’s newly created behavior department where she worked under the guidance of Jean Donaldson. She is a graduate with honors from the SF SPCA Academy for Dog Trainers with a Certificate of Training and Counseling (CTC). She became manager of the SF SPCA Behavior Department where she directed training and behavior modification for shelter dogs and public clients, as well as leading a variety public group classes from puppy to specialty.
Her focus is dog-friendly training, enrichment, and behavior modification using positive reinforcement and management.
Her extensive experience and unwavering dedication to the well-being of dogs and their guardians makes her a trusted resource for anyone seeking expert guidance in dog training and behavior modification.
Stephanie Ip
Born and raised in Staten Island, Stephanie has always had a passion with animals. After being inspired by her fearful pit bull-mix rescue, Stephanie decided to start her dog training career while receiving an education in Psychology and Animal Behavior at Hunter College. She has also worked at the New York Aquarium handling and caring for marine animals and educating the public on the importance of conservation.
Stephanie is CPDT-KA certified and strives to strengthen the bond between dog and pet parent through positive force-free techniques, trust building, and communication. She has taught a variety of classes ranging from puppy socialization to reactivity in both group and private settings.
Stephanie is a Certified Service Dog Trainer through the Atlas Assistant Dog organization.
Angela Meglio
Angela is a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant with over 15 years of experience working professionally with animals. She is also an Accredited Dog Trainer through the International Association of Animal Behavior consultants (IAABC), a Fear Free Certified Professional, Low Stress Handling Certified Silver, a Certified Professional Canine Nutritionist through the Feed Real Institute, Pet CPR and First Aid Certified, an AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator and Trainer and a mentor for Animal Behavior College.
Angela adheres to the LIFE model (Least Inhibitive Functionally Effective) for dog training and behavior modification. She believes firmly in continuing education and using ethical practices for behavior change. Angela specializes in working with dogs who exhibit fear, anxiety and stress.