Cassie's Canine Conundrum

Cassie's Canine Conundrum After moving to Central Virginia, Cassie searched tirelessly for the kind of dog training classes and the community she had enjoyed in larger cities.

Cassie Harding, BSN, RN, VSA-CDT, SDC, FFCP

Errorless Service Dogs trainer
Registered Nurse (RN, BSN)
AKC CGC evaluator
AKC Temperament Test evaluator
AKC Fit Dog Level 1 Instructor

Focus: Service Dog training, Therapy Dog training, Fit Dog Instructor She longed for positive reinforcement (R+) and fear-free training methods, as well as the accessible, group-style classes and dedicated training

facilities she preferred. Determined to fill this gap, she became a certified dog trainer through the Victoria Stilwell Academy, gained hands-on experience as an intern and later a staff trainer with a local rescue, and recently earned her certification as a service dog coach through Cooperative Paws. Throughout this journey, Cassie developed a deep passion for the science behind dog training and remains committed to seeking out the most innovative, evidence-based training and behavior methodologies from leading experts across the country.

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07/26/2026

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July celebrates Disability Pride! This year's theme is "The World Works Better With Us", a sentiment we hold near to our hearts at Atlas Assistance Dogs.

This month, and all year long, we celebrate our amazing community and continue to strive for a more accessible world. Because the world truly does work better when disabled people are part of it!

07/24/2026

I love this shop!!! And if you have nutrition questions, this is where you go:)

Our sweet, sassy Magnolia has already launched to her new home in Canada 🇨🇦!!! I have no doubt that she will succeed in ...
07/24/2026

Our sweet, sassy Magnolia has already launched to her new home in Canada 🇨🇦!!! I have no doubt that she will succeed in her future SD career. Bye lovely lady! I look forward to seeing how you are doing from afar. 🥰

07/18/2026

Magnolia Moment 🌺🥰

A special shoutout to Melissa Hays and Virginia Company Dog Training for running an absolutely fantastic AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy class in Waynesboro! We had a blast and learned so much!

For anyone who hasn’t seen this test in action, it looks a bit like this!

Magnolia came in focused today and really knocked it out of the park. I’m proud of the little lady she is showing herself to be 🙂

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1CyfbY8vaN/?mibextid=wwXIfrI love this rescue. Bentley Farms Great Dane Rescue. I rea...
07/02/2026

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1CyfbY8vaN/?mibextid=wwXIfr

I love this rescue. Bentley Farms Great Dane Rescue. I really need go visit and find a way to get involved. They are right here in VA, just up the road! I will forever love the Great Dane as the greatest creature ever… with a few quirks 🙂

Also fantastic idea for 7/4/26. Happy to share! 🤩

My rescue dog, Baxter, has been terrified of fireworks since the day I brought him home. Every Fourth of July turned into a nightmare: he'd shake under the bed, pant so hard I worried his heart would give out, and refuse to eat for days after. Last year was the worst: he broke through a window screen trying to escape the noise, resulting in a $300 vet bill, anxiety meds that made him a zombie, and me sitting on the bathroom floor with him for six hours straight while he trembled in my arms. This year, I was dreading it all over again. Then, two days ago, I saw a random tip in a pet group (I've been on there lately, ordering handmade dog beds and treats from amazing crafters). Someone posted about using tennis balls in the dryer to create white noise that masks fireworks. I thought it sounded absolutely insane, but I was desperate enough to try anything. So, tonight, before the fireworks started, I threw six tennis balls, an old sneaker, and a knotted towel into the dryer. I turned off the heat and let it run. The steady thumping sound filled the house, and I waited, holding my breath, for Baxter's usual panic to start. Nothing. The first firework went off; he lifted his head, looked around, and went back to sleep. I actually started crying. For the first time in three years, my dog is sleeping peacefully on July 4th instead of hiding and shaking. He's been passed out on the couch for two hours now, completely unbothered, while the neighborhood explodes around us. Sometimes the simplest solutions are the ones that save you. If your dog struggles tonight, try this; it might just change everything.

Why do I always get the broken ones 😝
06/29/2026

Why do I always get the broken ones 😝

Maggie is doing well enough to be posted on the Errorless Service Dogs LLC webpage 🙂She is equal parts outgoing, brave, ...
06/22/2026

Maggie is doing well enough to be posted on the Errorless Service Dogs LLC webpage 🙂

She is equal parts outgoing, brave, steady, friendly, occasionally sassy, and just the sweetest most loving little girl. We are smitten here at Cassie’s Canine Conundrum! (Scroll to the bottom to see Maggie or enjoy reading about all the upcoming ESD SDiTs)

This page is where all of our hard work gets shown off! Videos are uploaded constantly to these profiles as we show the work these amazing dogs are capable of. We show off their personalities and w…

Magnolia Moments: week 2&3Errorless Service Dogs LLCMagnolia Moment: wk 2-3
06/17/2026

Magnolia Moments: week 2&3
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Magnolia Moment: wk 2-3

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