My journey into dog training began in 2018 when I got my first dog. In 2019, after discovering protection sports, I brought home my Belgian Malinois, Zira — a turning point that solidified my passion for dogs and training.

I went on to work as a dog trainer in Ottawa, where I gained hands-on experience working with both high-drive working dogs and pet dogs. During this time, I developed a strong foundation in obedience, behavior challenges, and the real-world issues faced by everyday dog owners.

Several years later, I continued my education and hands-on training experience in the United States, where I worked with a wide range of dogs across different environments and training styles. This further expanded my ability to adapt training methods to the individual dog — whether working with sport dogs or family pets — rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all approach.

I have over seven years of experience training dogs and have competed nationally with Zira, earning PSA 1 Vice National Champion at PSA Nationals in 2022. I am also a PSA Certified Decoy. My experience in protection sports has shaped my standards, discipline, and attention to detail — qualities I bring into every training program, regardless of the dog or goal.

My approach to training is calm, direct, and detail-oriented. I don’t believe in quick fixes, guarantees, training without owner involvement, heavily compulsive methods, or purely positive approaches on their own. I believe a balanced approach is the most effective way to build clarity, reliability, and trust between dogs and their owners.

Education never stops in this field. I am committed to continuing to learn from trainers around the world rather than settling with the knowledge I currently have. Every dog is different, and effective training means meeting each dog — and owner — where they are.