Are you facing a behaviour struggle with your dog?
I may be able to help.
Behaviour Modification
Fear-free, positive reinforcement methods based in the science of applied animal behaviour.
Common behaviour challenges
Dogs who over-react around other dogs by barking and lunging or appear aggressive or anxious.
For dogs who show discomfort or aggression around food, people or the things they value.
For dogs who show unusual distress when left alone.
About Me
Hi and welcome! I’m Dawn and I am a certified dog trainer. I have been certified by The Academy for Dog Trainers (2007) and The Karen Pryor Academy (2013) which are two of the most highly recognized advanced certifying bodies in an entirely unregulated industry.
I hold an MA in applied animal behaviour and an MBA in marketing. I am a TagTeach Level 1 Instructor.
I have owned dogs with behaviour challenges and I understand what it’s like to feel overwhelmed and not know what to do. The truth is dogs who are barking, lunging, or aggressing are not being “bad”. They are just trying to communicate their discomfort the only way they know how.
I use only force-free, positive reinforcement training methods and my mission is to help dogs learn the skills they need to better navigate their world. Training will be done using simple, easy-to-learn games that will help both you, and your dog learn new skills.
How does this work?
Initial meeting: We’ll meet via Zoom where I’ll ask you a lot of questions so I can understand what is happening with your dog and what your objectives are. If we agree that training is needed then I will leave you with some homework and schedule Session 1. I will email you notes within 48 hrs of our meeting.
Session 1 through 3: Each session is 45 mins to 60 mins. This is based on each individual dog – some just find 60 mins of training too taxing. The optimum time for training most dogs is between 45 mins and 50 mins. You will receive notes from each session within 48 hours and links to video demonstrations (if applicable).
If you have any questions while training please be sure to contact me for clarification or additional instructions.
My fees
My fees are increasing on January 1, 2026 to $425 for a 3-session package. This was not an easy decision to make, but it’s the first price increase I’ve made since July 2018. I am grateful for the opportunity to work with you and your dog and I apologize for any inconvenience this may create.
Fees for three sessions is $425, which includes HST. Fees are due before your first session. Please pay via etransfer to: [email protected]
I offer training in packages of three sessions. The fee for 3 sessions is $425. Additional single sessions can be purchased for $125 each.
Training is conducted virtually via Zoom.
There is an option for in-person training if you live within 20 km of Guelph, ON and a charge of $0.75/km beyond the first 20 km.
