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Aaron Taylor
Small Business Owner at Ridgeside K9, LLC
Aaron Taylor is the owner and founder of Ridgeside K9, LLC, a veteran-owned dog training business. He served six years in the Marine Corps, including roles in Infantry and Diplomatic Security, and is a 100% combat-disabled veteran.12 After his military service, Taylor worked for 15 years in law enforcement with the Loudoun County Sheriff's Office, where he gained experience in various units including patrol K9 and SWAT K9.1
In 2013, Taylor began converting his passion for dog training into a business, officially founding Ridgeside K9 in 2016 while still working as a patrol K9 officer.1 He retired from law enforcement in 2018 to focus full-time on his growing business.2 Taylor holds a bachelor's degree in Security Studies and the Science of Policing from George Washington University.1
Under Taylor's leadership, Ridgeside K9 has expanded to multiple locations across seven states, employing numerous veterans and former law enforcement officers.12 The company specializes in various aspects of dog training, including obedience, behavior rehabilitation, and service dog training.1