Meet the Trainers
The Starmark family was founded in 1997 and includes approximately 40 staff members—15 of which are certified training and behavior specialists.
All of our certified training and behavior specialists are handpicked from the top graduates of our Starmark Academy for Professional Dog Trainers, the largest and most comprehensive dog training school in the world.
Your dog is a member of your family, and we look forward to welcoming your dog to ours!
Vince Renkel
Vince has always had a deep enthusiasm for dogs. A veteran of the United States Air Force, he turned his interest in canines into his career after graduating from Starmark Academy for Professional Dog Trainers Inc. As a Canine Training & Behavior Specialist here at Starmark Vince believes training should be fun, effective, and rewarding for both the dogs and the owner. Whether conducting puppy, obedience, or behavior modification training he provides expert techniques and compassionate guidance to create well mannered, confident companions. Vince and his two demo dogs Chief and Dagger are eager to help you and your dog communicate effectively and enjoy a happier life together.
Cameron Head
Cameron knew from a young age she wanted to work with animals in some capacity. She participated in 3 years of a veterinary program that enhanced her desire to know more about animals. Cameron worked as a kennel technician at Starmark before attending Starmark Academy for Professional Dog Trainers Inc. She graduated from the program with great success! As a Canine Training & Behavior Specialist and an AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, Cameron works with dogs in many areas of training that include Basic Obedience, Behavior Modification, and more! She and her demo dogs, Franklin and Cash, hope to help owners and their dogs build the bond every owner and pet needs and wants!
Paige Seymour
Paige’s passion for animal training began at age six when she started riding horses. Both of her parents are practicing psychologists, which sparked her interest in learning theory and how it applies to animals. For fourteen years, she rode and trained horses under different mentors before deciding it was time for a change. Wanting to stick with animals, Paige looked to dogs, incorporating her knowledge of equine behavior and general learning theory. After adopting Grimm, her service dog prospect, she decided to fully dedicate herself to dog training. In 2023, Paige attended StarMark Academy and earned her certification as a Canine Training and Behavior Specialist. Alongside her demo dog, Kol, she works to help owners understand their canine partners better in order to strengthen the bond they share.
Hunter Pilarski
Hunter found his passion for dog training when he began working at a doggy daycare facility. He met his mentor there and was able to observe dogs being trained and started applying techniques to his pets at home. Impressed by the results, Hunter decided he wanted to become a professional dog trainer. He attended Starmark Academy for Professional Dog Trainers Inc and acquired many skills to help owners and their pets. Hunter will offer training services for on and off leash obedience, tricks, behavior modification, and many other areas of training. He and his demo dog, Kevin, are looking forward helping clients establish clear communication with their pets.
