Stacy Shubunka
Email: Stacy@ocpawsdogtraining.com
Stacy is the founder of OC Paws Dog Training. She has been a professional animal training and behavior specialist for over 18 years. She has an extensive background in the field of animal behavior. In addition to hands on experience, she has been educated in the field of animal care and training.
- Associate of Science in Exotic Animal Training and Management (EATM)
- Bachelor of Science in Psychology & Graduate Certificate in Organizational Leadership
- Certificates in: Animal Behavior Management and Wildlife Education
Stacy began her animal training career by attending the prestigious Moorpark College’s Exotic Animal Training and Management program. Upon completion, she began a career working with marine mammals at SeaWorld San Diego and Sea Life Park Hawaii. Stacy trained dolphins, sea lions, seals, and penguins. She performed shows, interactions, education presentations and even trained medical behaviors. While working at these facilities she mastered the art of animal behavior and training. She also pursued a degree in Psychology from California Coast University to further her understanding of behavior.
After working with marine mammals for many years, she focused on her passion of working with dogs. She began working for Birds and Animals Unlimited, one of the largest studio animal production companies. Here she trained dogs, cats, birds, pigs, rats, and raccoons for the Universal Studios Animal Actors show and for film and television. After having so much success with dogs, in 2013 Stacy decided that she wanted to help pet owners learn to train their furry friends. This is when OC Paws Dog Training was established and has been a great venture, helping many dogs and owners. Stacy also cared for and trained many animals at the Santa Ana Zoo. Her work is featured in the June 2023 issue of Orange Coast Magazine.
Trainer Lindsay Phelps, CPDT-KA
Email: Lindsay@ocpawsdogtraining.com
Lindsay Phelps graduated with honors from Animal Behavior College and holds a CPDT-KA title (Certified Professional Dog Trainer – Knowledge Assessed) from the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers. She has been an animal care & training professional for over 10 years. She is our AKC Evaluator & Coach. Lindsay began her career in pet sitting and ran a highly rated pet care business, which transitioned into animal training. She has worked with a wide range of pets, from dogs and cats to exotic birds and lizards. She works with dogs of all sizes, breeds, and ages and has a passion for improving the lives of dogs and their families. Lindsay loves getting to spend each day with dogs and their families while strengthening the dog-human relationship.