OUR PROFESSIONALS IN CHARGE
Shar Mompalao
Owner/Operator
CPDT-KA Certified
Shar is the owner of The Confident Canine and prides herself on keeping to the mindset of positive, force free daycare experiences for your dog. Having started the business as an in-home dog training service, she decided to expand and pursue the opening of a canine facility that was structured around the dog's well-being whether through play, training, grooming, or overnight stays. Shar is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) and is currently pursuing her Certified Behavior Consultant Canine (CBCC-KA) in order to aid dogs with specific behavioral issues. Shar believes transparency is the key to giving owners peace of mind while allowing us to take care of their dog and encourages owners to visit the facility for a tour if they wish to learn more before booking their dog's first session. Her passion for all things dog revolves around her overall love for animals: having two dogs, Oliver and Igloo (Iggy), a rescue Mini Horse named Autumn, and 3 goats by the name of Sammy, Frankie, and Dean.
Shar Mompalao
Owner/Operator
CPDT-KA Certified
Shar is the owner of The Confident Canine and prides herself on keeping to the mindset of positive, force free daycare experiences for your dog. Having started the business as an in-home dog training service, she decided to expand and pursue the opening of a canine facility that was structured around the dog's well-being whether through play, training, grooming, or overnight stays. Shar is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) and is currently pursuing her Certified Behavior Consultant Canine (CBCC-KA) in order to aid dogs with specific behavioral issues. Shar believes transparency is the key to giving owners peace of mind while allowing us to take care of their dog and encourages owners to visit the facility for a tour if they wish to learn more before booking their dog's first session. Her passion for all things dog revolves around her overall love for animals: having two dogs, Oliver and Igloo (Iggy), a rescue Mini Horse named Autumn, and 3 goats by the name of Sammy, Frankie, and Dean.
Lisa Wance
Dog Trainer/ Behavioral Consultant
CPDT-KA Certified
Lisa started her involvement with dogs at a very young age as the neighborhood dog walker. This grew into a small pet sitting business which she ran until she graduated college. She has been training dogs professionally since 1999. She is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA) with the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers. She is also a member of The Association of Professional Dog Trainers and an Associate Certified Animal Behavior Consultant with The International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants. She is also an approved CGC (Canine Good Citizen) Evaluator for the American Kennel Club and now a Farm Dog Evaluator. In her limited spare time, she enjoys with her family which consists of her husband, Mark, and their children Kenny, Cole and Katelyn. They take care of their small farm with goats and horses and alpacas.
Lisa Wance
Dog Trainer/ Behavioral Consultant
CPDT-KA Certified
Lisa started her involvement with dogs at a very young age as the neighborhood dog walker. This grew into a small pet sitting business which she ran until she graduated college. She has been training dogs professionally since 1999. She is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA) with the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers. She is also a member of The Association of Professional Dog Trainers and an Associate Certified Animal Behavior Consultant with The International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants. She is also an approved CGC (Canine Good Citizen) Evaluator for the American Kennel Club and now a Farm Dog Evaluator. In her limited spare time, she enjoys with her family which consists of her husband, Mark, and their children Kenny, Cole and Katelyn. They take care of their small farm with goats and horses and alpacas.
Lindsey Mills
Dog Trainer/ Daycare & Kennel Attendant
CPDT-KA Certified
Lindsey is one of our many dedicated members of The Confident Canine staff. She earned the title of Certified Professional Dog Trainer through the CCPDT, an organization dedicated towards training our canine companions through science-based ethics and practices. Lindsey can be seen attending to your dog during daycare and teaching classes for those looking to increase their dog training skills and communication. Before joining The Confident Canine team, Lindsey served in the Marine Corps for 5 years which strengthened her views on the importance of teamwork, communication, and precision which translates into her training style. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her two dogs Logan (an Australian Shepherd) and Trixie (a Mini Aussie) whether it’s by running errands, going on a trail, or exploring Lambertville.
Lindsey Mills
Dog Trainer/ Daycare & Kennel Attendant
CPDT-KA Certified
Lindsey is one of our many dedicated members of The Confident Canine staff. She earned the title of Certified Professional Dog Trainer through the CCPDT, an organization dedicated towards training our canine companions through science-based ethics and practices. Lindsey can be seen attending to your dog during daycare and teaching classes for those looking to increase their dog training skills and communication. Before joining The Confident Canine team, Lindsey served in the Marine Corps for 5 years which strengthened her views on the importance of teamwork, communication, and precision which translates into her training style. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her two dogs Logan (an Australian Shepherd) and Trixie (a Mini Aussie) whether it’s by running errands, going on a trail, or exploring Lambertville.
Katie DeAngelo
Daycare & Kennel Attendant/ Assistant Trainer/ Front Desk Associate
Forever an animal lover, Katie enjoys horseback riding and equine training and is a member of the British Horse Society where she is BHS Stage I and Stage II Care certified. She loves to hike and read in her spare time. She also enjoys photography and design and owns Katie Lynn Media, is a member of The Photographer's Group and a brand ambassador for Triple Sun Spirits Co. She is a Hootsuite Platform and Social Media Certified Professional as well as Google Analytics Certified, RAMP certified, and of course - Canine CPR certified. Katie graduated magna cum laude with a double major from Delaware Valley University.
Katie DeAngelo
Daycare & Kennel Attendant/ Assistant Trainer/ Front Desk Associate
Forever an animal lover, Katie enjoys horseback riding and equine training and is a member of the British Horse Society where she is BHS Stage I and Stage II Care certified. She loves to hike and read in her spare time. She also enjoys photography and design and owns Katie Lynn Media, is a member of The Photographer's Group and a brand ambassador for Triple Sun Spirits Co. She is a Hootsuite Platform and Social Media Certified Professional as well as Google Analytics Certified, RAMP certified, and of course - Canine CPR certified. Katie graduated magna cum laude with a double major from Delaware Valley University.
