Briana Smith - Business Owner/Lead-Trainer
-Certified Explosives Detection K9 Handler.
Briana Smith is a skilled dog trainer originally from Ketchikan, Alaska. She has been working with dogs and their owners since before 2018, bringing over 6 years of expertise in areas such as basic and advanced obedience, reactivity, confidence building, aggression management.
Certified in both narcotics and explosives detection in the past, Briana has worked on high-profile contracts, including those at Coachella and Stagecoach, and has spent two years conducting cargo searches with an explosives detection K9 for airlines. She currently owns two narcotics detection K9s and has recently obtained an UPWDA Certification with her Malinois named Sig.
Since moving to North Carolina, Briana is eager to expand her experience in PSA. Her primary goal is to help clients build better relationships with their dogs through clear communication, a passion that drives her to provide high-quality training and care. Briana is also K9 First Aid certified and serves as an AKC Canine Good Citizen (C.G.C.) Evaluator.
** Photo taken by Alyssa Young- Colón
Amanda Hall - K9 Trainer
-Certified Explosives Detection K9 Handler
We are excited to introduce Amanda Hall, a dedicated and experienced dog trainer with over 17 years of experience in the field. Her journey began in high school with her first dog, Ace, which ignited her lifelong passion for dog training.
At the age of 20, Amanda began working at Auburn University with the K9 welfare department and breeding program. Here, she learned the critical aspects of environmental and exposure training, helping to raise puppies to become future detection dogs.
Amanda’s dedication to training deepened when she joined AMK9 as an imprinter, specializing in training explosives and narcotics detection dogs. Her expertise expanded further when she took on a role with another K9 company, where she became an instructor and taught over 400 K9 handlers the skills needed for operational work.
Before joining Revival K9, Amanda served as a K9 Director, overseeing 70 handlers across Boston, New York, New Jersey, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. Her extensive experience and passion for dog training make her an invaluable asset to our team and a trusted partner in helping you and your dog achieve your training goals.
Katie Mostert- K9 Trainer
Katie Mostert is a dedicated member of the RevivalK9 team, having joined in April following Briana Smith's relocation from Alaska to North Carolina. At 21 years old and originally from North Carolina, Katie is passionate about dog training, particularly in the realm of sport.
Katie's personal dog, a 3-year-old Belgian Malinois, was initially trained for IGP, where they successfully trialed and obtained their BH-VT title. They have since transitioned to PSA, embarking on a new journey together in the sport.
Katie's career with animals began in the veterinary medicine field in 2019, where she worked for a couple of years. However, she soon realized that her true passion lay in the world of dog training. From ages 16 to 18, Katie gained experience by learning alongside family friends with two shepherds and working with a close family friend involved in raising and training service dogs destined to become guide dogs for those in need. This experience solidified her desire to pursue a career in dog training.
Under Briana's mentorship, Katie has found her place in the pet dog training world, where she continues to learn and grow. She is thrilled to be part of the RevivalK9 team and is excited about her future in the field.
Tabitha Stone - Administrative Coordinator
Tabitha is a professional dog groomer with eight years of experience, currently residing in Washington state. Her lifelong passion for animals has fueled her dedication to the grooming profession. Outside of work, she enjoys a variety of hobbies, including reading, writing, gaming, nail art, and photography.