Joel Smiley

Joel & his family have been part of the K9 Paws Family for, four years, he started out as a client with his service dog Luna. 

Joel is our Volunteer Veteran's K9 Administer. Joel will help new Veterans with bonding with their dog,  help with VA questions.

Joel is an Air Force Security Force Veteran 

( Military Police) 

Richard and his Wife have been part of K9 Paws for over two years. In Jan 2023 Richard Earned his Public Forum Trainer Certification from ASCTI. He enjoys helping other Veterans like himself work with their K9s to become a Certified Service Dog Team. He Loves working with the Malinois and German shepherd breeds. 

Marisa is a volunteer Certified Trainer who loves to come out and assist in our different group classes, Drop in Obedience and Drop in Urban Agility. Jan 2023 Marisa earned her ASCTI Certified Public Forum Trainer Certification. Marisa loves teaching puppies and adult dogs tricks and K9 Dance Routines.