THE INSIGHT K9 TEAM
Meet Our Team
Get to know the people behind your dog’s training. Find your area, explore each trainer’s background, and start with a welcome call.
Find Your Trainer
Every trainer works across the full range of Insight K9 training. Find your area and get to know your trainer.
Ryan
Owner & Lead Trainer
Olympia · Lacey · Tumwater
Making canine behavior easier to understand, with experience spanning military, law enforcement, sport, and family dogs.
Ryan, the owner of Insight K9 Solutions, brings extensive experience in training both dogs and handlers throughout the U.S. and internationally. His clients have ranged from military and law enforcement professionals to competitive sport handlers and dedicated pet owners.
With a strong focus on the how and why behind canine behavior, Ryan’s clear and effective training methods consistently deliver lasting results. His ability to break down complex concepts into practical, actionable guidance has made him a trusted resource across the dog training community.
In addition to leading Insight K9 Solutions, Ryan serves as the Training Director for a Schutzhund (IGP) club, where he plays an active role in developing handlers and sport dogs at all levels. He is also a certified helper and competitor, deeply involved in the working dog community.
Ryan has been invited to speak at seminars throughout the U.S., sharing his knowledge on Canine Program Design and Management, and continues to help shape high-performing teams through education, mentorship, and hands-on training.
Payton
Dog Trainer
Olympia · Maple Valley & Ravensdale
A patient teacher with experience training a range of animals and a special commitment to rescue dogs.
Payton is a dedicated and talented trainer with a deep passion for helping both dogs and their humans thrive. With years of experience training a variety of animals, she brings a unique and well-rounded perspective to each session, emphasizing clarity, confidence, and connection between dog and handler.
She is especially focused on creating strong foundations — the kind of skills and trust that lead to lasting results. Her calm, patient demeanor helps dogs feel safe and motivated, while giving owners the tools and confidence they need to support their dog’s progress.
In addition to her work with Insight K9 Solutions, Payton is actively involved with rescue organizations and community outreach efforts, dedicating her time and expertise to improving the lives of dogs in need. Whether she’s working with a reactive rescue or a first-time puppy owner, her thoughtful and compassionate approach makes training a positive and empowering experience for everyone involved.
Above all, Payton believes in creating harmonious, respectful relationships between dogs and people — helping each team reach their full potential through trust, structure, and clear communication.
Tyler
Dog Trainer
Spanaway · Graham · Roy
His own anxious rescue dog shaped the understanding he brings to behavior challenges and the families facing them.
Tyler, a Washington native, has had a lifelong passion for working with dogs. With years of hands-on experience training a wide range of breeds, he has developed a strong skill set in both performance training and behavior modification.
His commitment to high-quality, results-driven training made him a natural fit for the Insight K9 Solutions team, where he trained and mentored under founder Ryan. Tyler takes a thoughtful, personalized approach to each dog he works with, focusing on building confidence and clear communication between dog and owner.
His passion is especially shaped by his own experience with an anxious rescue dog — a journey that drives his dedication to helping others bring out the best in their dogs through patience, understanding, and proven training methods.
Cameron
Dog Trainer
Hermiston, Oregon
Combining experience in protection sport with calm, structured coaching in obedience, tracking, and odor detection.
Cameron is based in Hermiston, Oregon, where his lessons take place. Insight K9 has no Tri-Cities location and does not conduct lessons in the Tri-Cities. His commitment to dog training goes far beyond passion — it’s a mission to help owners achieve their goals and build better relationships with their dogs. His approach is centered on resolving conflict, strengthening communication, and creating lasting, respectful partnerships between dogs and their handlers.
As an experienced IGP Helper for protection work, Cameron brings both technical skill and a deep understanding of canine behavior to every session. He works with dogs of all breeds and experience levels, offering clarity, consistency, and care to each team he coaches.
From laying solid foundations in obedience to advancing skills in tracking, odor detection, and protection work, Cameron is dedicated to helping each dog reach its full potential. His calm, structured training style builds confidence in dogs and empowers owners with the tools and knowledge they need for long-term success.
Above all, Cameron is driven by a clear goal: to develop confident, capable dogs and stronger human-canine bonds through balanced, thoughtful, and purposeful training.
Supporting the Team
Evelyne
Head of Human Resources
An advocate for our people and a lifelong dog lover with a soft spot for Dobermans.
As Head of Human Resources at Insight K9 Solutions, Evelyne plays a vital role in supporting both the team and the mission behind the work. With a genuine passion for people and pups alike, she ensures that the organization runs smoothly behind the scenes — fostering a positive, professional environment where trainers can thrive and clients feel supported.
Evelyne is not only a dedicated HR leader, but also a lifelong dog lover. She’s deeply committed to the company’s vision of transforming canine behavior and building stronger human-dog relationships. Her behind-the-scenes work helps ensure that every member of the Insight K9 team is equipped to deliver exceptional training and care.
Her favorite breed? The Doberman — known for its intelligence, loyalty, and strength — traits that remind her daily of her own beloved companion, Tobi. Evelyne’s balance of structure, heart, and dedication makes her an essential part of the Insight K9 family
Josh
Property Manager, Website Designer & Application Developer
From the training grounds to the family portal, making everyday tasks simpler for trainers and families.
Josh brings practical problem-solving and a love of dogs to Insight K9 Solutions as property manager, website designer, and application developer. By combining property management with technology, Josh helps simplify daily operations, improve communication, and support the team and the families they work with.
That connection to dogs extends beyond work, too. Josh also trains dogs and shares life with Cain, a chocolate Lab, and Raga, a Malinois—two companions who keep life interesting and training a part of every day.
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