Acme Canine - Columbus dog training!

About Us



ACME canine’s staff enjoys working with all breeds and all ages of dogs. They are committed to making dogs decent members of society and a joy to own. ACME canine’s training techniques are based on evaluating the personality of the dog and the needs of its owner. As part of ACME canine’s service, certified trainers counsel dog owners as well as instruct them on proper dog handling skills. ACME canine believes when working with a dog it is important to educate the owner not just on the ‘how’ of things, but also the ‘why.’

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ACME canine has been nominated for the Better Business Bureau’s Business Integrity Award, featured on WNBC4 midday pet segment, featured on Ohio News Network's Pet Segment, and is a recommended business on Angie’s List. ACME canine has demonstrated dog obedience at Honda's Employee Appreciation Day, the Columbus Zoo and several other venues.

Acme Canine is a proud sponsor of Canine Companion International's SnoopyFest and DogSOS Inc. Dogapoloosa. Acme Canine has also shared their dog training knowledge at Honda's Family Festival and with the US Postal Service Powell Office.

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Meet the Owner: Laura Pakis
Laura Pakis is the owner of ACME canine, LLC and certified by the State of Ohio as a professional dog trainer and by the AKC as a Canine Good Citizen Evaluator. Laura Pakis, owner and founder of Acme Canine, LLC has been a professional dog trainer for numerous years. She feels responsible ownership is an important part of having a dog and guides her business toward providing dog owners with not only training knowledge but also care and understanding of dogs. Laura is a certified AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, and soon to obtain her Therapy Dog International evaluator certification. She is certified in breed selection, puppy development, assistance dog training, basic and advanced obedience, Police K-9 and protection training, tracking, E-touch training, Pack to Basics, and pet first aid.

Organized, efficient and precise with strong communications and liaison skills, Laura Pakis responds to a client's needs with custom training programs tailored to each customer's goals and dog's needs. Laura maintains memberships with several training and behavior focused organizations as a way for her clients to benefit from the latest knowledge of canine learning theory, canine psychology and behavior modification. To sharpen her skills she attends continuing education conferences and seminars each year.

Laura has been nominated for the Better Business Bureau's Integrity Award and Worthington Chamber's Small Business Person of the Year Award. Recently her business was singled out from among several thousand contacts at more than 700 Angie's List recommended businesses; reflecting the skills, talents and professional reputation Laura has and continues to build in her growing business.

Laura Pakis, CPT, believes in giving back to the community. She has volunteered her services as a Service Dog trainer, taught puppy development through Franklin County's prison program and Tricks for Treats at Bark Til Dark Dog Park. In addition Laura presents child/dog safety at Powell's safety town, dog care workshops at her Lewis Center facility, local libraries and schools, as well as written articles for Animal Outreach, Dames Bond, Spike's Blog, and The Bark newsletter.

An animal lover at heart, Laura lives with Woofie (a giant schnauzer), Spike (a rescued dachshund/french bulldog mix), and her cats, Thelma and Louise. Laura also has 10 pet laying hens who provide Laura and her clients with fresh eggs daily.

Dog Training Specialty

Breed Selection
Temperament Testing
Puppy Development
Behavior Modification
Basic and Advanced Obedience

Professional Organizations

ABKA
ABKA memberwww.abka.com
ABKA is the non-profit trade association for over 3000 pet care service businesses in the United States and around the world. Only ABKA members commit to the ABKA Code of Ethics (and provide a Complaint Form) and the Pet Owners' Bill of Rights which assure pet owners that their beloved pets will receive professional, loving care.

In addition to pet boarding and dog daycare, ABKA members offer a variety of services for your pet including grooming, training, pet transportation, shipping, pet supplies, food sales, etc. ABKA offers information, publications, advertising opportunities, education, facility accreditation, meetings and business networking opportunities.

The International Association of Canine Professionals
www.dogpro.org
The International Association of Canine Professionals“The INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF CANINE PROFESSIONALS is an organization established to maintain the highest standards of professional and business practice among canine professionals.

National K9 Dog Trainers Association
www.nk9dta.com
National K9 Dog Trainers AssociationMembers of NK9DTA have achieved professional certification through completion of National K-9’s intensive course which includes a combination of: classroom instruction; hands on training experience; written testing, and extensive field evaluation under the supervision of experienced instructors. This program is recognized throughout the United States and around the world.

Orange Township Business Association
www.otba.net

Local business owners realized the need for a business association that supported both the local community and the business owner. As a result, the Orange Township Business Association (OTBA) was formed in April 2005. The vision for OTBA is to bring together the small business owners and civic groups and exchange ideas, practices, and support for each other. At the same time, OTBA gives back to the community that supports the small businesses and civic groups.

Dublin Chamber of Commerce
129 S. High St.
Dublin, OH 43017
614-889-2001
www.dublinchamber.org

Worthington Chamber of Commerce


The Worthington Area Chamber of Commerce helps area businesses make connections to grow their business. Through our connections and collaborations with business, governmental and community leaders, we strive to enhance the local business climate and build a strong economy to benefit both residents and businesses. The Chamber is committed to providing quality services for our members and to foster a spirit of cooperation and innovation between the private and public sectors.
Meet Gina Aikins
Acme Canine - Gina Aikins

Gina Aikins is a December 2005 graduate of the Master Trainer program at National K-9 School for Dog Trainers in Columbus, Ohio. Her Certification includes endorsements in:

  • Puppy development
  • Basic and Advanced Obedience
  • Breed Identification
  • Behavior modification
  • Scent detection
  • Utility training
  • Retrieval
  • Support dog training for the disabled
  • Personal Protection

    • Gina also holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Small Animal Science from Delaware Valley College as well her license as a registered veterinary technician from Columbus State Community College. Gina is a member of the International Association of Canine Professionals and the National K-9 Dog Trainers Association. She continues her education by attending workshops and seminars in dog behavior and training throughout the year. She also volunteers at Citizens for Humane Action animal shelter in Westerville, Ohio. Gina is our research person here at Acme and the editor of our monthly newsletter, THE BARK. Gina currently owns 2 dogs; "Kirby" a boxer/lab mix and a certified AKC Canine Good Citizen Boxer named "Ramona".
    Meet Stephenie Phillips
    Stephenie Phillips You'll meet Stephenie Phillips when you come to Acme Canine for daycare, boarding or any of our fun events. Stephenie works in the office and helps out in the kennel. She has a bachelor in Psychology from Ohio Wesleyan University. Taking the dogs that are staying at the faculty on walks is a great break from daily office rituals - rain or shine!

    She really enjoys the fun night actives we have ever other Wednesday night. Stephenie really values her time at Acme Canine whether it's creating craft projects with dogs, being a distraction to dogs in training, or just playing with the dogs. Stephenie is married and has two cats (Hermes and Mr. Kitty), and a dwarf rabbit name Lola. She currently does not own a dog. Stephenie feels like she would not be a responsible dog owner with her busy schedule and considers all the dogs that come to Acme Canine her own.
    Meet Lisa Lennon
    Lisa Lennon As a Certified Professional Dog Trainer since 2008, Lisa Lennon has been assisting Acme Canine's clients improve their canine bond and develop the skills necessary to have a well mannered dog. "After having my dog, Claudia, obedience trained and experiencing how dramatically it changed my life I immediately knew that I needed to do this for other people. A well-trained dog is a joy to be with and really is a family's best friend," says Lisa.

    Lisa Lennon is a graduate of the Master Trainer course at National K9 School for Dog Trainers. She also holds a Bachelor of Science degree from The Ohio State University where she majored in Animal Sciences. She is a member of the International Association of Canine Professionals and the National K-9 Dog Trainers Association.

    Lisa enjoys training dogs in residency, developing workshops and working with many of our clients providing in-home training and behavior modification. With her background, Lisa not only understands the "why", but is intuitive to the necessary changes that need to occur in order to intervene, avert and ultimately eliminate inappropriate behaviors in dogs.

    Her passion is educational development to provide owners and their dogs with the tools to have a rewarding life together.
    Meet Woofie
    Acme Canine - WoofieClaude's Woofgang (affectionately known as Woofie) is an AKC registered Giant Schnauzer. He is certified as a therapy dog and AKC Canine Good Citizen. Woofie has been trained in support work, search and rescue techniques as well as basic and advanced obedience. He has appeared in Business First and Dog Magazine and on ONN and NBC television. He even has his own commercial! Woofie is a valuable member of the Acme Canine staff. As a demonstration dog, Woofie, executes many of his talents before children and adults promoting dog etiquette and canine relationships.
    Meet Spike
    Acme Canine - Spike Spike is a French Bulldog/Dachshund rescue who was adopted by Laura. He has been trained in basic and advanced obedience and working his way toward CGC certification and becoming a therapy dog. Spike loves everyone he meets and is anxious to jump in their lap if allowed. He has appeared in on ONN and NBC television and even has his own blog!

    Spike is a valuable member of the Acme Canine staff. As a demonstration dog, Spike executes his talents promoting dog etiquette and canine relationships.


    “Since I'm basically a "cat person", I was apprehensive about meeting Laura at her Acme Canine facility the first time. I assumed it would smell like dogs and that dogs would be barking. I was amazed at how clean, bright and cheery her facility is. And not a sound out of the dogs in residence. What a great experience -- even for a non-dog person!”
    Karen Dennis, Westerville