As my business name suggests, I am passionate about the welfare of our pets. I turned that passion into my life's work creating Welfare Of Our Furry Friends in 1998. I'm a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) through the CCPDT since 2007, I also graduated with honours from the Karen Pryor Academy, and I’m Fear Free Certified in both training and boarding. I bring my dogs to Extendicare weekly to visit the residents, and I volunteer with Speaking Of Dogs Rescue, as their in-house trainer.

My goal is to set you and your dog up for success! My training includes owner guidance, problem prevention, management tips, support and solutions to teach your dog the skills it needs to function happily and healthily in its world. Methods are clear, and easy to understand and apply. The training process matters just as much as the outcome. Training is focused on educating you and your dog, understanding what works for them, and reinforcing good behaviour, rather than punishing mistakes. I use reward based methods such as toys, play, treats and life rewards, all of which makes training fun and very effective!



Certifications & Courses

Certified with the CCPDT since 2007.