Meet Erin.
Topp Canine Solutions is owned and operated by Erin Topp. Committed to providing the most effective, convenient solutions to her clients’ dog training needs, Erin avidly pursues ongoing continuing education and professional development by attending several seminars per year and keeping current on all industry literature.
Qualifications & Experience
Certifications
Experience
Special Focus
Organizations
- Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA)
- Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner (KPA CTP)
- Pet First Aid & CPR
- Family Paws Parent Educator (FPPE)
- Over 15 years of professional training
- Thousands of successful human-canine bonds built
- Rescue Foster and Shelter Volunteer
- Leash Reactivity
- Aggression
- Puppy Development
- Confidence Building
- Basic Manners
- Canine Good Citizen
- 4H obedience
- Member, APDT
- IAABC Supporting Member
- Member, Ames CCKC
Certified Expertise. Real-Life Results.
I’m an experienced, professional dog trainer
I don’t just love dogs — I am a highly certified dog trainer with over 20 years of professional experience and a commitment to ongoing education in my field.
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I believe in real-life results
Whether it’s private training or group classes, I want you to see a difference with your dog at home or in public, where it really counts.
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I use only science-based, dog- and people-friendly methods
In an unregulated industry I implement the most up-to-date, humane and science-based training methods. I want you to feel good about how you get your training results.
Client Success Stories
“Topp Canine Solutions transformed our walks! No more leash reactivity, just a happy, focused dog.”
Buddy & Sarah J.
“Positive reinforcement is magic. Our puppy learned the basics in record time and loves every session.”
Luna & The Miller Family
“Ames' best trainer! The focus on trust and kinder training truly works for both of us.”