Meet the team

Owner / Head Trainer

alex Hollifield

Meet Alex Hollifield, a professional dog trainer who recently relocated to Colorado Springs from North Carolina. Alex is thrilled to be part of this wonderful community and is eager to share her expertise in dog training that was started on the East Coast!

With five years of professional dog training experience, Alex has had the privilege of learning from some of the most experienced trainers across the country. A passion for dogs has been a constant in Alex's life from a young age, and each day is cherished as an opportunity to do what she loves.

Alex's personal connection to dogs goes beyond the profession. She shares her life with her two extraordinary best friends, Boone and Sarge, who hold an incredibly special place in her heart. These pups have not only been loyal friends, but also invaluable teachers, guiding personal and professional growth. Together they enjoy spending their time exploring the stunning landscapes that Colorado has to offer, embarking on hikes and taking in the breathtaking scenery.

As a dog trainer, Alex's primary goal is to help dog owners build a strong and lasting bond with their furry family members. Alex is dedicated to assisting others in creating a fulfilling and harmonious life with their beloved pups, characterized by love, trust, and unforgettable moments.

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Taylor Prado

Taylor is a dedicated animal lover with a passion for dogs, art, and her personal dog, Angelo. Originally from Florida, she made the move to Colorado last year to continue her journey in the animal care industry. With a background that includes experience at boarding kennels, dog daycares, and animal shelters, Taylor brings a wealth of hands-on knowledge to her role. She is excited to deepen her understanding of dog behavior and training, all while sharing her love for animals through her work and on social media.

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What we do

At the core of TurnPike K9, we firmly believe that the foundation for long-term success lies in the relationship you share with your dog. We are passionate about cultivating a partnership where your dog wholeheartedly believes you are a unified team, capable of achieving anything together.

While obedience is undoubtedly crucial, we are committed to diving deeper as well. Our mission extends beyond basic training – we are here to guide you in experiencing the most fulfilling life alongside your dog. Our aim is to impart the knowledge that empowers you and your pup to understand each other better!

By establishing a sense of clarity in our interactions with our four-legged friends, we unlock the freedom and the opportunity to embark on amazing adventures together. We are excited to join you on this journey towards an enriching life with your pup.

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Testimonials

Alex trained worked with us and our dogs from 2020 until her move out of North Carolina in 2023. She made my human aggressive HuskyX fall in love with her and my shyer-than-most Belgian call her a friend as well. There was nothing more comforting than knowing that our dogs were safe in her hands when we needed a little extra help. We cannot recommend her enough!

Gabby & Olive & Beck
Alex is absolutely incredible!! She is so knowledgeable with the dogs between their diet, how they interact with people and dogs, and overall behavior. She worked so hard with my think headed Frenchie and now he’s such an amazing boy who truly listens! If you’re nervous about dog training, Alex is for you! She walks you through everything and gives you non-stop support! Even to this day she continues to outreach and check on us! Highly highly highly recommend !! Kisses from Goose!!!

Shauna & Goose
Alex is phenomenal. She understands dogs unlike anyone I have ever met. She communicates fantastic and trains the dog and the owner to have a healthier, happier relationship. My dog and I will forever be greatful for Alex and her presence in our lives. Turnpike K9 is the best!

Stephanie & Donnie
If I could give 10 stars, I would! So so grateful for Alex’s help with my dog’s reactivity. He’s 7 years old and still came home with massive improvements in his behavior. Alex also continues to provide lessons with us at home after board and train. Highly recommend to anyone looking for some lessons from a trusted professional !

Reilly & Parker
Wow! Alex was amazing with our pup. We did a board and train with our newest family member who had been in the shelter for 2 years. Our dog needed to work mostly on basic house manners but what Alex did was able to accomplish completely surpassed our expectations, he came back a whole new dog. Alex is also very attentive after your dog comes home.. reaching out, doing training at our house, meeting us in public places for lessons and allowing use to use all of her personal training tools! We have since boarded multiple dogs with Alex when we have gone out of town and feel so much more comfortable knowing they’ll be with Alex, in her home instead of a kennel.

Megan & Kaipo
We sent our pitbull, Flex, and our great dane, Atlas, to Alex for 4 weeks. When they came back they were new dogs. They walk nicely on a leash, are so much less reactive to bikes, dogs, cats, etc. They place for long periods of time, bark so much less, have less anxiety...the list goes on and on. I cannot thank Alex enough for the amazing job she did with our dogs!!! If you need a dog trainer SHE IS IT!

Sara & Atlas & Flex