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Meet The Team

Our team is made up of Special Operations veterans, professional handlers, and certified trainers.
Get to know the experts who bring elite-level training to dogs and families across Naples, FL. 

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Erick Innis - veteran owner and head trainer at Coastline K9 Naples FL

Erick

Founder

A former 75th Army Ranger K9 Handler with real combat experience, Erick leads Coastline K9 with a mission-first mindset—building confident dogs and capable handlers through structure, trust, and elite-level training. 

Credentials & Experience:
  • Civilian-contracted trainer for the Navy SEAL K9 program
  • Co-Founder of the Rescue 22 Foundation
  • NEPOPO® Gold Graduate (Belgium)
  • Advanced Special Ops K9 Handler Course
  • Cobra Canine Certified K9 Trainer
  • Law Enforcement K9 Instructor
  • VLK K9 Olympics Qualifier
  • International K9 Trainer
  • Seasoned Protection Dog Decoy
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Don

Head Protection Trainer

A Michigan native and combat-tested GWOT Marine veteran, Don leads Coastline K9’s protection program with relentless discipline and uncompromising standards—building battle-ready dogs and capable handlers through real-world testing, methodical drills, and elite-level work ethic.

Credentials & Experience:
  • U.S. Marine — Global War on Terror (GWOT) / Afghanistan Veteran
  • NePoPo® Graduate (Silver and Gold)
  • Certified PSA: Protection Sports Association Decoy
  • Former AK9i Instructor
  • Personal Protection Dog (PPD) Specialist
  • Lead Protection Trainer — Coastline K9
  • Naples Police Department K9 Training Partner
  • Semi-Pro Football National Champion
  • Working Line Dutch Shepherd & Malinois Specialist
Olivia - certified dog trainer at Coastline K9 Naples FL

Olivia Lamadrid

Trainer

Hailing from Central Florida near the World Equestrian Center, Olivia has been a Coastline K9 “cub” since age 9. With a background in 4H, FFA, and teaching Special Olympics kids to ride horses, she brings heart, feel, and hands-on experience to every session. You’ll find her building protection dogs with focus and connection. 

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Breton

Trainer

Originally from Nova Scotia, Breton grew up with bird hunting dogs and played semi-pro hockey in Europe before joining Coastline K9—first as a client, then as a certified trainer. With a Street League Decoy background, you’ll most likely find him in a bite suit—calm, focused, and fully dialed in with the dogs. 

Elizabeth - certified dog trainer at Coastline K9 Naples FL

Elizabeth

Trainer in Training

Originally from the New Hampshire area, Elizabeth has worked in kennels and boarding facilities and has fostered Cane Corsos and other large breeds. She may be small in stature, but she makes up for it with grit and determination. After starting as a kennel tech at Coastline K9, she’s now an intern trainer—gaining hands-on experience and proving herself every step of the way.