Like many of my clients, I owned a dog that had behavioral issues but there wasn’t a dog trainer in my local area that could help me. I had adopted a young, female bully breed that matured into a dog with severe dog on dog aggression. Dog trainers in my home town weren’t equipped with the knowledge about behavior modification. So, I began doing my own research and working with my dog, Honey, to help her cope with a world that was filled with dogs. After a few failures but many successes, Honey was able to reach a level of advanced obedience and off leash reliability. We were often able to seamlessly move throughout crowds at dog friendly events without worry but I stayed vigilant and advocated for Honey’s personal space. This is where my passion for dog training was born. The knowledge that I gained was further put to work when rescues, my local shelter and a dog rehabilitation farm began asking for help with their dogs. This helped me garner some unique experience that I still use in my daily dog training. Soon, I was under the apprenticeship of a local dog training company that eventually led to my employment as the lead dog trainer and behavior specialist of my local SPCA dog shelter.
Through working at the shelter, I was forced to think of unique solutions for dog training in that high stress environment. With doing that, I was able to successfully place many dogs with a multitude of behavioral challenges into life-long homes. I also provided after adoption dog training support and helped to reduce the return or surrender of countless dogs. I bring many years of dog training experience with me and a specialisation in aggressive behavior and situations that need delicate or complex solutions. I have a judgment free, positive attitude and when it comes to aggressive behaviors, I’ve been there and done that! While I love watching the transformation of my challenging dog training clients, I also enjoy training all breeds for obedience and helping owners live happily with their pets!
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Puppy Obedience Program | Ages 16 weeks–6 months. Tame the chaos! Our live-in Puppy Kindergarten teaches potty training, manners, and socialization in a real home—so your pup thrives and you reclaim peace. Book a consultation today!
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Adolescent Obedience Program | Ages 6–18 Months. Tired of your pup’s “rebellious phase”? Our program turns chaos into calm with real-life training in a home environment. Say goodbye to jumping, pulling, and counter-surfing! Chat with one of our Pet Consultants today!
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Advanced Obedience Program | Level Up Your Dog’s Skills. Ready for off-leash freedom? Transform basic commands into real-world reliability—parks, cafes, and distractions mastered! Chat with one of our Pet Consultants today!
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Anxiety Rehabilitation Program | Calm & Confident Pups. Help your anxious dog conquer storms, car rides, and alone time with tailored training and lifelong tools. Book a pet consultation now!
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Reactivity & Aggression Program | Calm & Confident Dogs. Help your reactive dog thrive! Our science-backed training reduces anxiety, builds focus, and creates stress-free walks. Chat with one of our Pet Consultants today!
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