Certified Dog Trainers – Tustin

Rae Druiff-Fick
Tustin Trainer

I have come home from work proudly covered in dog hair for the past eight years. So when I started working at Wags and Wiggles in 2011, I fell in love with the company. Throughout my years at Wags, I have done a little bit of everything, but I found my true niche was working hands-on with the dogs. As a result, my role at Wags is split between working in our big dog room as Operations Manager and as a trainer with our behavior and training team.

Whether teaching an excited puppy how to walk with a loose leash or helping a reactive dog make a progressive breakthrough, Wags' positive reinforcement methods are enjoyed by the dog, the owner, and the trainer.

My passion for animals is something I was born with, and I have worked with a wide range of species. I spent a few years volunteering at my local wildlife rescue center, traveled to Thailand to work with elephants, and recently returned from an internship at a conservation center working with big cats.

I have loved working with all different types of animals. However, the deeply rooted bond between dogs and humans is incomparable. Dogs are the best!

A few months ago, I officially became a dog mom and adopted Frida, a Xoloitzcuintli, from Mexico. So now I spend most of my free time making sure my former street dog is living her best life!

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Jocelyn Rodriguez
Tustin Trainer

I’ve been part of the Wags and Wiggles family for over seven years—starting on overnight shifts, then working on the play floors, helping in the kitchen, and in the office… I’ve done a bit of everything! Some call me a jack of all trades, but becoming a dog trainer has been the most rewarding part of my journey. I absolutely love what I do.

Since I was little, animals of all kinds have amazed me and have been part of my life—from inchworms, chickens, lizards, and dogs. I’ve always known I’d grow up working with animals, and while I once imagined becoming a marine biologist, being a dog trainer turned out to be pretty awesome and just what I needed.
Through this journey, I’ve learned so much about dog behavior, communication, and the art of positive training. Every dog has taught me something new, and I’m so excited to continue learning and growing alongside the amazing team here at Wags and Wiggles.

One of my favorite things about training is seeing that lightbulb moment—when a dog suddenly gets it and everything we’ve been working on clicks into place. I celebrate every win, no matter how small, and I believe training should always be fun and rewarding for dogs and humans. I especially love getting to know each pup one-on-one and helping their unique personalities shine.
When I’m not at work, you’ll usually find me hiking or hanging out with my two dogs—Sebas, a Shih Tzu mix, and Sesha, a Pug mix. We love working on new tricks, trying out fun classes, and finding new ways to connect. And when I’m not with my dogs, I’m probably spending time with my husband or relaxing with a good video game!

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Serena Serna
Tustin Trainer

Working with animals has always been a passion of mine, but training was a secret goal of mine that I wasn’t too sure would come true. That is, until I started at Wags and Wiggles four years ago, when it suddenly became a reality! From being in the big and small dogs' play area to moving on to the kitchen and becoming a kitchen manager, Wags has provided room for me to grow in my knowledge.

I've been blessed to have grown up with a lot of the Wags and Wiggles team when I was struggling with what I wanted to start doing with my life. I have always wanted to do training, but never knew if it would be possible or if I wanted to go the artistic route and go for graphic design.

Not until I brought home a spicy puppy German Shepherd, Salem, after not having a puppy for 10+ years. I quickly realized how my past German Shepherd, Pepper, was perfect, and my current 12-year-old Chihuahua, Ginger, was easy to handle. However, the Wags trainers helped me answer any questions I had, and I consistently took training classes and worked with Salem on my lunch/breaks. Before I knew it, I was hooked on extra classes and started working in the training department.

I genuinely love working with dogs, seeing how every dog learns differently, and finding out what works best for them so they can understand. It has also given me so much fulfillment now that I’ve become a trainer!

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