Carolyn has committed her entire career as an educator & entrepreneur, disrupting/improving services and always leading by her core values - principle, integrity & finding better ways to support people and animals.

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When Carolyn moved to the Central Coast, she could not find a place where she felt comfortable leaving her dogs.  After four years of searching, Carolyn decided to design the optimal environment for dogs - no cages, a place where dogs could build their confidence, make friends, run free and experience a variety of enriching experiences guided by loving, experienced staff.  Carolyn taught holistic dog classes and conducted extensive research on holistic dog solutions for optimal health & well being

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In addition to Love Dogs Camp, Carolyn founded WITI, as well as three start-ups in the high-tech and legal sectors. She was named one of the "Top 100 Women in Computing" in 1997 and 2000. In  2011 Leighton was named one of Fast Company’s top ten Female Executives in Technology https://www.fastcompany.com/3017067/the-most-influentional-women-in-technology-2011-executives

My name is Brett Nelson and I am the dog trainer here at Love Dogs Camp. I have over 15 years of experience in dog training, grooming, boarding, and overall care of your canine family on the Central Coast. I recently came to Love Dogs Camp from training local service dogs for Military Veterans and First Responders. 

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I take a lot of pride in staying educated and ahead on positive training. Through seminars, multiple training schools, and reading  we take a holistic approach to training your dogs. We do not use choke chains, pinch collars, or shock collars. With respect and a loving supportive bond, your dog’s true potential can be achieved. 

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Every dog needs a balance between on leash and off leash training. By working with your dog we can build confidence so they make good choices.  

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My goal is to teach emotional confidence while providing a safe, motivational, and supportive activity that creates positive attachments they will truly learn from. Instead of limiting them to one thing NOT to do, we should give them a list of ALL that they can do.