Tian is the owner of Ridge Point K9s. She is also a UNC Asheville college student, avid dog sport competitor, and service dog handler.

Tian's lifelong passion for dogs began in childhood and naturally evolved into a deep interest in canine behavior and training. Her journey started at the age of 10 when she began teaching the family dog basic tricks. In 2017, after welcoming her own dog into her life, she studied all aspects of puppy raising and dog training. Tian has built a deep and well-rounded knowledge of the dog world through self-education, a professional apprenticeship, various dog-related jobs, and extensive hands-on experience.

Tian believes that every dog deserves respect and should be recognized as a unique individual. She acknowledges that dogs learn and behave differently. Her training approach incorporates all four quadrants of operant conditioning, but relies on positive reinforcement the most. She places strong emphasis on clear communication and fostering a deeper bond between dogs and their owners.

Tian is insured and certified in pet first aid and CPR.

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Luna is a 7 year old working line Border Collie. She is a task trained service dog and competitive agility dog. You could say that Luna is the "been there, done it all" dog for Tian.

Some of Luna's accomplishments:

- Mastery of over 100+ commands, tasks, agility behaviors, and tricks

- Service dog duties performed while accompanying Tian through public high school and college

- Experience flying nationally and internationally on numerous occasions

- Competing in Finland at the 2022 Junior Open Agility World Championships on Team USA

Cedric is a 1 year old field line Golden Retriever. He is also a task trained service dog and competitive sport dog. Despite still being in training, Cedric is excelling in everything he does.

Some of Cedric's accomplishments:

- The versatility to be extremely driven and motivated in high-energy dog sports or remain calm and settled in relaxed settings

- Earning the Canine Good Citizen Advanced and Urban titles from the American Kennel Club

- 2025 Invite to the North America Diving Dogs Regionals

Minnie is a 1 year old recued Saint Bernard. Her previous owner severely neglected her and the other littermates. She spent the first 10 months of her life in a small shed covered in feces and urine. Since coming home with Tian, Minnie has blossed into the sweetest dog.

Some of Minnie's accomplishments:

- Smooth integration into a real home as a family pet

- Overcoming fear of new people and dog excitment reactivity