Welcome to

High Goal Farm

High Goal Farm is nestled at 68 Louse Hill Road in Greenwich, NY, and is built on a legacy of love for animals and a passion for excellence. Our name honors two remarkable animals who inspired us:

  • Knee-Hi, Wendy’s first horse, who brought her 16 wonderful years of companionship until his passing in 1997.

  • Chukker, our late dog named after a polo term (a “chukker” is a 7-minute period of play).

The term "High Goal" also reflects the pinnacle of play in polo, which parallels our commitment to being the premier dog training facility in the Capital District.

Meet Wendy Cerilli

At the heart of High Goal Farm is Wendy Cerilli, the head instructor with decades of experience and an undeniable passion for dog training.

  • Teaching Since 1997: Wendy has been helping students of all levels develop their skills and strengthen their bond with their dogs.

  • Competing in Agility since 1994: Before agility, Wendy trained and showed Hunter/Jumper horses, laying the foundation for her expertise in competitive training.

Today, Wendy competes with 10 or more of her own Australian Shepherds in USDAA, AKC, NADAC/ASCA, and CPE. Her dogs have earned multiple championships across all venues, including UKC, and have shone at Nationals and Championships.

Notable Achievements:

  • Won Westminster Agility

  • Invited to the first AKC Premier Cup and Placed 2nd.

  • Placed 6th at the 2018 AKC Invitationals in Orlando, FL, and was the top Australian Shepherd at the event in agility.

  • Attended World Team Tryouts

  • Earned Dozens of High In Trials at Australian Shepherd Nationals.

  • Won ASCA Finals 7 Times with 3 different dogs.

  • Placed numerous times in the top 10 for Most Versatile Aussie at Nationals, winning over 8 times.

  • Earned over 100 AKC Championships, over 100 ASCA Championships, over 50 CPE Championships, as well as multiple USDAA, UKC, and NADAC Championships.

Our Philosophy

At High Goal Farm, our mission is to help every student achieve their goals—whether that means reaching "High Goals" in competition or simply enjoying a fun night out with their dog.

Wendy’s teaching style is rooted in personalized instruction, welcoming all dog breeds and skill levels to develop confidence, skill, and a deeper connection with their canine companions.

Let us help you and your dog aim high—because every goal, big or small, matters at High Goal Farm.