New Jersey, Pennsylvania, New York
No Dogs Leave Nora's Dirty, All Dogs Are Bathed Before Returning Home
Transportation Available Upon Request
Our Team
Nora's Dog Training Company
Nora Stotz
Owner / Lead Dog Trainer
Nora has always loved animals. From childhood, she was interested in breeding dogs, their behavior, and genetics. As a young woman, she pursued a nursing career, but animals always remained her hobby and passion. In 1980, she bought a small boarding kennel–that was to be the beginning of a career that would continue to the present day…spanning almost 3 decades. Nora continued to pursue her education by working under world-famous breeders, handlers, and trainers. She managed kennels for large corporations and breeders. Her dog training career took off after apprenticing for a well-known dog trainer/handler. Nora now spends all of her time as owner and lead dog trainer of Nora’s Dog Training Company, located in New Jersey. She continues her education today by attending seminars, as well as continuing her education at Cornell University. She has shown and judged many rare breed shows and is very familiar with the rare breed community, which is becoming more and more popular.
She has personally trained and handled Cane Corsos, Dogue de Bordeaux, American Bull Dogs, Havanese, Coton de Tulear, King Shepherds, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever as well as all breeds recognized by the AKC, big or small. Likewise, she also trains many rescue dogs and mix breeds. Many of the more well-known trainers in New Jersey started out working and training with Nora.
- Animal Behavior at Cornell University
- Member of the Cane Corso Federation
- Past member of South Jersey Kennel Club
- King Shepherd Club Judge: Obedience and Conformation
- Master Trainer and Behaviorist
- Veterinarian Recommended
- Lifetime Guarantee
Amanda Onorato
Dog Trainer
My mother, Nora Stotz, is the owner of Nora’s Dog Training Company. In the earlier years, our school was mostly a family-run business, therefore I was expected from a very young age to learn all aspects of our industry. Throughout my childhood and teenage years, I was taught how to train and care for almost every breed of dog. Even as a little girl my ability to handle and understand not only dogs but animals in general, came quite naturally. Although there was a point in time that I left to pursue different interests, such as attending college and starting a family, ultimately my passion brings me back to work with dogs.
My mother and I are very blessed to have watched Nora’s Dog Training Company grow from a very small, family-run business into a well-established company that employees seven full-time professional dog trainers. What impresses me the most about our school is although we have evolved and grown over the years, our standard for training and dog care has never changed. My mother, our staff and I take a great deal of pride in the loving environment that we provide to our four-legged students and the awesome results we guarantee to our clients.
A close second to my passion for dogs is my passion for photography. I am excited to offer professional portrait packages for the dogs while they attend our school for training. Please ask about having your pooch’s photos taken when you contact us.
Rich Hickey
Dog Trainer
Being Nora’s son, Rich grew up in the business of dogs and has over 15 years of experience working with dogs of all sizes and breeds.
He graduated from the Academy of Culinary Arts and worked as an Executive Chef in several restaurants. With his background in cooking, Rich is a key component to the nutrition the dogs are receiving here at school.
Rich works as a trainer, consultant, and the transport liaison for our furry friends who live out of state.
Melissa
Dog Trainer
Melissa has been with the Nora’s team for 7 years. Aside from the experience that she has gained over the years while working at Nora’s, she had worked at a local kennel for 13 years. On the side, Melissa volunteers her time at local shelters and local vets.
Melissa’s passion for dogs shows in her many years of dedicated work and her home life. Melissa’s duties include bathing, grooming, kennel sanitation, dog playgroups, and dog nutrition.
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