Professional Dog Training
Certified Police Dog Trainer and Behavioral Specialist, Obedience, Detection, Patrol, Tracking, Service Dogs
Dana Brown
Director of Training | Military K9 Expert | Certified Police Dog Instructor
With more than 32 years of professional dog training experience, Dana has dedicated her career to developing exceptional working dogs, training skilled handlers, and building reliable K9 partnerships. Her extensive experience spans military service, law enforcement, international security operations, and specialized private-sector K9 training.
A veteran of the United States Marine Corps, Dana served for more than 16 years as a Military Police K9 Handler, Trainer, and Kennel Master. Her military career also included service as a Special Reaction Team Member, Non-Lethal Weapons Instructor, and Watch Commander. She is a certified police dog instructor with the nationally recognized Virginia Police Canine Association (VPCA).
Distinguished Military Career
Dana graduated as the Honor Graduate at the top of her class in the Military Working Dog Handler and Detector Dog Course at Lackland Air Force Base in Texas. She went on to work with patrol/narcotics and patrol/explosives K9 teams, supporting specialized missions that included presidential security operations.
After completing the Military Working Dog Trainer/Supervisor Course, Dana served as Chief Trainer and later as Kennel Master. In these leadership positions, she trained, certified, and deployed military working dog teams in support of military law enforcement, domestic threat response, and presidential and VIP support missions around the world.
Following the events of September 11, 2001, Dana played a pivotal role in developing and deploying military working dog teams in support of combat operations during Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) and Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF). She also served in Iraq as the Regional Kennel Master for Task Force MP.
International K9 Operations and Specialized Training
Dana’s expertise extends far beyond her military service. She spent five years training alongside K9 professionals with the U.S. Secret Service, Pentagon Police, FBI, and numerous law enforcement agencies throughout the Washington, D.C., region.
She later served as Director of K9 Operations in Iraq for a leading international K9 services company, overseeing more than 250 multinational, single- and dual-purpose explosive detection dog teams supporting government and commercial contracts.
Her international experience also includes training dogs for high-profile royal families abroad, demonstrating the breadth of her expertise and her ability to tailor training to the unique needs and expectations of her clients.
Education and Continued Professional Development
Dana believes that professional excellence requires a commitment to lifelong learning. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Physical Education, with a concentration in Sports, from Eastern Oregon University.
She and her team also attend continuing education seminars annually to expand their knowledge, refine their training skills, and stay current with developments in canine behavior, training techniques, and handling practices.
A Passion for Building Exceptional K9 Teams
For Dana, dog training has always been about more than teaching commands. Whether developing advanced working-dog capabilities or strengthening the relationship between a dog and its owner, Dana brings decades of hands-on experience, dedication, and a commitment to helping every team reach its full potential.
Experience. Dedication. Trust. Teamwork. That's the foundation of every successful K9 partnership.
Meet the Team
Our team builds expertise through classroom instruction and hands-on practice, ensuring each trainer gains the knowledge, skills, and real-world experience to become an exceptional dog trainer.
Lead Trainer
Justin Bushovisky
With a background as a certified personal trainer, Justin combines his knowledge of fitness, athleticism, and conditioning with a passion for working with dogs of all breeds, sizes, and temperaments. As a certified police decoy, he can handle complex tactical scenarios and prepare sport dog teams for competition trials.
Justin’s ability to adapt his approach to each dog, including those with challenging behaviors, sets him apart. He focuses on building trust, respect, and a strong working relationship, creating an environment where dogs are motivated, confident, and eager to work with him.
Apprentice Trainer/Lead Kennel Tech
Anne Bylock
With two years of kennel experience, Anne quickly distinguished herself through her dedication, work ethic, and natural connection with dogs, earning her promotion to Lead Kennel Technician. She has an exceptional ability to read canine body language, recognize subtle behavioral cues, and understand how dogs communicate.
Anne thrives in high-pressure situations and uses her keen observation skills to guide behavior, reinforce learning, and build trust with each dog she works with. Her patience, adaptability, and intuitive understanding of canine behavior make her a valuable member of the Tandem K9 Training team, where she now works as an Apprentice Trainer.
Anne is passionate about helping every dog succeed through clear communication, consistency, and trust.
Apprentice Trainer/Kennel Tech
Deanna Richard
Deanna previously served as a puppy raiser for K9s For Warriors, where she developed a strong foundation in canine behavior and handling. She joined Tandem K9 as a Kennel Technician, bringing valuable experience and an understanding of the demands of busy kennel operations.
Since stepping into the role of Apprentice Trainer, Deanna has quickly embraced our training techniques and relationship-based approach, learning how to keep dogs engaged, confident, and eager to work with their trainers. She has developed a genuine passion for the challenge of understanding each dog as an individual and helping them reach their potential.
Deanna is excited to continue growing as a trainer, building strong bonds with dogs, and helping create successful partnerships through trust, communication, and teamwork.