ABOUT US
Sirius K9 strives to nurture and enhance the natural relationship between humans and dogs through training for behavior and service. We believe that every dog has a unique personality and aptitude and that it is through opening the lines of communication between the owner/handler that the best relationship can be achieved and maintained.
Because every dog has a unique personality and aptitude, we believe that no two dogs are trained the same. For this reason, we do a one on one evaluation with each prospective dog and handler interested in training in order to assess the right direction for training. We want to do what is best for you and your dog, even if that means determining that we are not able to meet your needs and recommending an alternate training option.
Clear communication and direction combined with canine education and understanding solves most handler/canine issues that arise and it is our mission to help owners achieve optimum connection with their dogs. It doesn't happen overnight, but the bond we help develop will provide a foundation for a lifetime of growth and enjoyment.
Owning a dog can and should be an enjoyable as well as beneficial experience, and it is our mission to help make that happen for you.
Sirius K9 Service Dogs & Training Center is located in St. Petersburg, Florida and serves Pinellas and surrounding counties. Service Dog candidates are considered from all over the continental United States.
STAFF
Judy Bordignon, CPT
Founder/ Director
Certified Professional Trainer
When her children were in elementary school, Judy took an interest in helping to host and train puppies for a local guide dog program and, consequently, fell in love with training dogs of all kinds. Her previous work in both elementary and middle school education gave Judy a special patience and prepared her well for handling the wide spectrum of behaviors found in the canine world. As a Certified Professional Trainer, AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator and Professional member of the International Association of Canine Professionals, Judy's experience encompasses not only training specialized service dogs for both military and civilian, but also assisting in the training, troubleshooting and development of the relationship between handlers and their beloved family pet.
Emily Bordignon
Executive Assistant
Along with many years of assisting with the puppy raising experiences of the Bordignon household, Emily is the brains behind all things computer at Sirius K9! Emily's prior experience working for the TAMCO Foundation (a Military Veteran assistance program) has given her the familiarity with assisting Veterans with any questions they may have in regard to Service Dog training and the application process.