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Michelle, ABCT Owner

Michelle Nikiforuk is the founder and owner of Bark-A-Bout. She has demonstrated a lifetime affinity for canine well-being. During the last several years, she has been educating herself in all areas of canine wellness. She has worked and traveled to many states to study and observe canine behavior, participating in workshops, seminars, and hands-on training as well as touring pet facility operations. Some of her professional accomplishments and education is evident through her certification in:

• Pet Training
• Pet Care Technician Level 1
• Grooming
• CPR
• Pet First Aid

She is steadfast and inspired in her study of canine body language, pack/canine behavior, and off-leash play. Michelle has donated her time over the past several years to local No-Kill animal rescues to help train, foster, and rehabilitate abandoned and abused rescue dogs. She is supported by a loving family which includes her canine "relations": Gabby - Airedale, Buddy - Airedale, Zeta - Maltepoo, Pit bull-Mix- Esme' and Dog-in-law Major - Great Dane.

Michelle holds a diploma and background in Interior design; she has owned and operated her own design firm for nine years. She brings her expertise and inspiration into the design of Bark-A-Bout’s state-of-the-art resort facility.

Michelle is a member of:

• Member of ACWT (Association of Canine Water Therapy)
• Member of IACP (International Association of Canine Professionals)
• Member of PCSA (Pet Care Service Association) Formally ABKA