Jan Thingelstad
Level 1 Trainer
Jan, Co-Owner of Cloud Nine K9 Sports, approaches training based on building a positive relationship between the handlers and their canine partners. Jan began 32 years ago building bonds while teaching puppies and dogs how they can calmly be handled and groomed.
Along with this is 7 years as a small animal vet tech/surgical anesthesiologist and 13 years as a 4H Dog Project leader. Her expertise coaching resulted in two student trips to Florida’s Eukanuba Jr. National Obedience Championships, resulting in top placings. This experience, dedication and pride have made her a well-rounded instructor.
She gives both private and group lessons and enjoys watching the team come together and understand each other.
Jan has been successful in competing in a variety of disciplines. She has multiple Obedience titles as well as titles in Rally and Agility and qualified for the NADAC Nationals in 2018. Jan has started training in agility and herding with her new young border collie, Kas. Her newest endeavors are to Barn Hunt and is enjoying competing with her Mini Aussie, Josie. These two new venues, Herding and Barn Hunt add another avenue to build Jan’s personal connection with her dogs and to be able to share her knowledge with her students.
Member of- Dirty Dog Agility, 5 Valley Kennel Club, Lake County 4-H Dog Project Leader, CGC Evaluator