Tina McCain, MDTB, CNWI - Master Dog Trainer & Behaviorist & Certified Nose Work Instructor
Keywords: dog training woodstock, marietta, canton & surrounding areas, manners & behavior, obedience classes, private lessons, MerryMac Dog, pet training, gentle leader, positive training, K9 Nose Work, AKC Canine Good Citizen, The MerryWalker Dog Harness. The Merry Walker Dog Harness
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
MerryMac Dog Training started business in 1999.
What is your primary product or service?
Dog training at all levels, including behavioral modification/aggression.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
Started volunteering at Canine Assistants in Alpharietta. Became one of their volunteers to go through their program to become a "volunteer trainer". I had worked in the corporate world for over 20 years. I quit my corporate job and went to school and trained to become a Master Dog Trainer, certified by the State of Georgia. I am only one of three people in the State of Georgia with a Master Dog Trainer certification.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
From my extensive training experience and I DO NOT not use or advocate choke collars, prong collars or electronics.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
I only have one location. I do all the training myself. No, I do not plan to expand.
Provide detailed directions to your location
I-75 to I-575 to the Towne Lake exit. MerryMac is approximately 5 miles from I-575 (west of) on Towne Lake Parkway, Woodstock, Georgia
What type of payments do you accept?
Visa, Mastercard, Amex
Which areas do you service?
Cherokee County, North/East/West Cobb County, North Fulton County
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
I run the business myself.
What are your hours of operation?
Tuesday - Saturday 10 am - 3 pm and 6 pm - 7 pm. Classes as scheduled.
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
I am now getting second generation clients and many returning clients with new dogs.
What is your favorite quote or Bible verse?
Good old fashioned customer service, never goes out of style!