I’ve been involved with dog rescue for over 15 years and I’m passionate about helping people with challenging dogs. I’ve had a reactive dog myself so I know how disheartening it can be, but I’m here to tell you there is hope. I can guide you with proven methods to manage and/or solve the issues you’re experiencing.

I also love coaching new dog parents and working with puppies because I know that teaching your puppy or young dog foundation skills can prevent the development of behavioural issues and help keep dogs from being punished and/or relinquished.

I want dog parents and their dogs to be calm and happy and to enjoy being in each others’ lives. There’s nothing like the human-dog bond, and investing in positive reinforcement training with your dog fosters a great relationship and a priceless bond.

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• Certified Professional Dog Trainer – Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA)
• Certified SA Pro™️ Behavior Consultant (CSAP-BC)
• Certified Trick Dog Instructor (CTDI)
• Karen Pryor Academy ‘Dog Trainer Foundations’
• Karen Pryor Academy ‘Puppy Start Right for Instructors’
• Karen Pryor Academy ‘Click to Calm for Instructors’
• Michael Shikashio’s Master Course – Aggression in Dogs
• Dr. Ian Dunbar′s SIRIUS® Dog Trainer Academy
• Crucial Concepts in Dog Behavior & Training (Dr. Ian Dunbar)
• Simple Solutions for Common Dog Behavior Problems (Dr. Ian Dunbar)
• Growl Class – A Workshop for Reactive Dogs (Dr. Ian Dunbar)
• Treatment & Prevention of Dog Aggression: Biting & Fighting (Dr. Ian Dunbar)
• Certificate in Dog Care from the Companion Animal Sciences Institute
• Assistant at When Hounds Fly, 2018-2020
• Member: IAABC, CKC, UKC, AAC, CAPPDT
• Pet First Aid Certified
• Boston Terrier Rescue Canada – Board Member, Training & Behaviour Consultant
• Pet Bereavement Counsellor diploma (distinction)