Hey, I'm K!
I’m a certified dog trainer who works with people who feel stuck or unsure what to do next with their dog. I care about what’s actually happening day to day, not just what training is supposed to look like.
I spend a lot of time continuing my education, whether that’s behaviour, training, or canine fitness, because dogs and situations change. But just as important, I pay attention to how all of this fits into your life as the person living with the dog.
When we work together, I support both sides of the leash. We focus on what’s getting in the way, decide what matters most, and take things one step at a time instead of trying to fix everything at once.
The goal is to move you out of constant second-guessing and into a place where things feel clearer and more manageable.
My Journey
My first dog as an adult, Frodo, changed how I think about dogs and training. He was a rescue Australian Cattle Dog mix with reactivity and obsessive behaviours that made everyday life harder than I expected.
I spent a long time trying to do things “right.” I worked with trainers, talked to vets, and put in a lot of effort, but progress was slow and often confusing. That experience taught me how isolating it can feel to care deeply about a dog and still feel unsure if you’re helping or making things worse.
As I worked through Frodo’s challenges, I started learning more formally. I interned with a local trainer, pursued education in dog training, and spent years working hands-on with dogs in different settings, including group walks and boarding environments. Those experiences showed me how different dogs can be, and how much context matters.
Over time, it became clear that I wanted to work differently from what I often saw. I wanted to offer support that was practical, thoughtful, and realistic, especially for people living with dogs who don’t fit neatly into generic advice.
That perspective is what guides my work now. I don’t assume there’s a single right answer. I pay attention to the dog in front of me, the person living with that dog, and what will actually work in their day-to-day life.
My Canine Education, Qualifications, and Affiliations
My Dogs
I live with three dogs who are very different from each other, and all of them shape how I think about training and support.
Velma, my Silken Windhound, is sensitive and prefers being close. She’s taught me a lot about nervous systems, subtle stress, and the value of quiet companionship.
Kronk, my French Bulldog, is athletic, opinionated, and deeply motivated by play. He’s a reminder that energy, drive, and physical needs don’t always look the way people expect.
Lilo, my Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, is young, bold, and constantly testing boundaries. Living with her keeps me grounded in what it’s like to manage high energy, curiosity, and impulse control in real time.
Sharing life with dogs this different means there’s no single “right” approach. It reinforces why flexibility, context, and realistic expectations matter so much.
