ABOUT US
Megan Billingsley
Owner and Head Trainer
I have been working with animals for the past 15+ years.
I volunteered at a big cat sanctuary in Tampa, FL where I learned Operant Conditioning and enrichment tactics.
I spent the summer of 2013 working in Canada with over 20 sled dogs and supervising their summer training including pack hikes and play groups.
I apprenticed with the lead dog trainer on the Emory Dog Project in 2014 which used fMRI machines to see the brain functions of a fully awake and unrestrained dog; it was here that I learned about desensitization and building bonds with dogs.
In 2015, I spent a year and a half in Austin as a tutor at The Canine Center for Training and Behavior where we worked with dogs using exercise and positive reinforcement to enforce relationships.
I live in East Atlanta Village with my husband, two daughters and our dog. Sienna, our lovable ‘pibble’, is a CGC certified dog and can speak to us using AAC devices. Our former dog, Nanook, was a ‘therapy dog for other dogs’ and CGC certified.
CPDT-KA, CGC Evaluator, Fear Free Certified
5 star Google reviews rating!
https://voyageatl.com/interview/meet-megan-billingsley-of-primed-instincts/
Jaysie Walsh
Assistant Trainer, Tutor
My love for dogs runs deep into my DNA. For as long as I could remember, dogs have been a key part of my personality. I started pet sitting for friends and family at the age of 13.
While earning my business degree, I worked at doggie daycares and helped facilitate business plans for different dog related businesses. In 2021, I jumped in head first and started Boopers Pet Care located in East Atlanta.
I met Megan in 2022 after I reached out for help with my own pups. Since then I have been working under Megan and learning all about the training world!
Now, I am happy to offer services that prioritize keeping your dogs training consistent- whether you’re at work for the day or gone for a week on vacation!
I live in Gresham Park with my husband Alex, 2 cats Randy and Steve, and my 2 dogs Yodi and Juno! Through instruction and guidance from Megan, Yodi is CGC Certified and Juno has completed all courses, even agility!
Every dog I meet instantly captures my heart, and I can’t wait to meet yours!