About Us - Information about the owners of Cincinnati Canine Companion Centers - Mary'Jo Gentile and Vince Alvarez
 
 
 

About Us

 
Co-Owner and Professional Dog Trainer - Mary Jo Gentile

Co-Owner - "Mary Jo Gentile"

C.C.C.C. - Cincinnati Canine Companion Centers - Don't Blame'em... Train'em
Co-Owner and Professional Dog Trainer - Vince Alvarez

Co-Owner - "Vince Alvarez"
 
 

Mary Jo Gentile - 513.793.1428

  • Over 40+ years experience in training animals.
  • Horses - Owned/Trained - over 20 years.
  • Hunter/Jumpers - Fox Hunting - Competitive Trail Riding - Trail Riding.
  • Dogs - Owned/Rescued - 19 dogs/13 rescued.
  • Since 1970 - Specializes in German Shepherd A.K.C. Obedience Trials.
  • 1972 - Completed a C.D. - A.K.C. - American Kennel Club
  • 10 Times - Top Ten In The Nation In A.K.C. for German Shepherds.
  • German Shepherd - "Abby" - 7 Times.
  • German Shepherd - "Britta" - 3 Times.
  • Competed in Canadian Kennel Club Events
  • Dog Training for 5 years at Pets Supermarket/Petzazz.
  • Owner/Operator of Cincinnati Canine Companion Centers - C.C.C.C.
  • Dog Training for 1 1/2 years at - C.C.C.C. - Landen, Ohio
  • Dog Training for 7 years at - C.C.C.C. - Loveland, Ohio

 

     

Vince Alvarez - 513-489-6239

  • 1968 - 1972: A University of Cincinnati Professor - Design Architecture, Art & Planning.
  • 1972 - 1984: Owned and operated two advertising agencies specializing in corporate identity, packaging & trademarks.
  • 1984 - To Present:
    • Owned/Handled the #2 ranked Siberian Husky for A.K.C. Obedience Trials in the United States for 2 years in a row.
    • Dog Training for 5 years at Pets Supermarket/Petzazz.
    • Owner/Operator of Cincinnati Canine Companion Centers - C.C.C.C.
    • Dog Training for 1 1/2 years at - C.C.C.C. - Landen, Ohio.
    • Dog Training for 7 years at - C.C.C.C. - Loveland, Ohio.
    • Has competitively competed in one Herding Trial, with the Border Collies Club Of America.
    • Has since been the Founder and President of Agility Pro - Featuring A Full Line Of Upscale Dog Agility Equipment started in 2002.
  • Currently: Trains & Shows "Jack Russell Terriers" in Agility Events.
  • Currently: Competitively runs his Jack Russell & Border Collies in the "Excellent Class" in A.K.C. Agility Events
  • Currently: Has won and continues to win numerous awards and titles at A.K.C. Agility Events.

 

 
 

Testimonials

 
 

    I started training with Cincinnati Canine Center when my first Shetland Sheep dog, Boomer, was only 4 years old. After nine years, I have trained many dogs through this training center, including Jack Russell terriers, Dobermans, Welsh Corgis, and other Shelties.

    I have trained in obedience, agility, flyball, conformation, and even a class in tracking. Once you have obedience trained dogs, it is difficult to think about living with a dog that is not obedience trained.

    Training is also rewarding in that it helps to foster a stronger bond with your dog, as well as providing an excellent outlet for their energy. It also gives you many opportunities to enjoy your dog through showing-whether in conformation, obedience, agility or any of the various activities available everywhere.

    I have trained under both instructors through numerous classes, and I feel that the instruction that they have provided over the years has made me a very good handler by helping me to understand my dogs as thoroughly as possible. I am sure that since I have many dogs, I will be training here for a long time to come.

 

Dr. Diane Cummins D.V.M.
Loveland Animal Hospital
685 Loveland-Madeira Road
Loveland, Ohio 45140
(513) 683-7700

(A Veterinarian/Owner/Handler of "Rikki", a Jack Russell)

 


 

    Hi my name is Angie Hudson, I am a registered veterinary technician. I have personally trained three of my dogs with both Mary Jo and Vince at Cincinnati Canine Companion Center and I could not be more pleased. I have trained a German Shepard and a mix who were very easy to train. As well, as a bullheaded chow did not want any part of training. Everything worked out and I have a wonderful group of dogs now thanks to Cincinnati Canine Companion Center.

    The trainers tell you where you or your dog needs help and will show you how to do things correctly. I have known people who have tried the "clicker" and all positive reinforcement training. I myself have tried the all positive reinforcement training and to tell you the truth it was not as effective as the training you are taught at Cincinnati Canine Companion Center. I am a firm believer in their methods of training.

    For example, one day my 6 year old German Shepard mix began trotting off toward the street. Just before he reached the street I yelled loudly "down" he turned his head and casually laid down. Had he been "clicker" trained I would have to run into the house find the clicker then go back outside by which time my dog would have been hit by a car. Unfortunately for my dog though he had to spend the following hour and a half on his "downs" to improve his response time for casually laying down.

    I feel that any dog, no matter how "bad" it is could go though Cincinnati Canine Companion Center and become an exceptional dog. I have seen dogs come into training and end up with multiple owners because people think that training is easy. The dogs will go into class see how well the other dogs are and follow their lead. Dog training just as anything else you do in life and want great results takes time and a good teacher. You will learn what it takes to make your dog exceptional but, it is what you and your dog put into it is what you will get out.

    I have and will continue to recommend Cincinnati Canine Companion Center to anyone who wants a better relationship with their dog.

 

Angela M. Hudson, RVT
(A Registered Veterinarian Technician and Owner/Handler of "Max", a German Shepard)

 


 

    I live in Reading, Ohio. I was first introduced to Cincinnati Canine Companion Centers by a coworker. I had done some dog training in the past with another organization, and was not particularly thrilled at the results. I had often told people I planned to go to one 8-week session. That was 6-1/2 years ago.

    We have trained five dogs to date: Tori, and Xena (both German Shepherds), Star (Sheltie), Pennywinkle (Pomeranian) and JC (Pomeranian, now deceased). JC (Pomeranian) was 8 years old when she started training. So, you can teach an old dog a new trick. Her first fun match she took high in trial (non-regular class). Our dogs have been or are currently training in Obedience, Agility, Fly ball, Frisbee, and even Silly Pet Tricks. Tori is also titled as TDI (Therapy Dog International).Tori, Xena, Penny and JC have CD (Companion Dog) titles, and I am currently working on Open titles. Star (Sheltie) is our granddaughter's dog and she plans to show her in the spring.

    I enjoy the facility and people who visit and work their dogs at Cincinnati Canine Companion Centers. Whether you just want some basic dog obedience training or dare to go on and show your dog in competitive events, Cincinnati Canine Companion Centers is the place to go!

 

Mary Crisp
(Owner/Handler of "Xena", a German Shepherd)

 

 
 
 
 
 
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529 Loveland-Madeira Road
Loveland, Ohio 45140
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