About Me
Hi, I’m Christine — a dog trainer and behaviour consultant who believes that most “problem behaviours” make a lot more sense once you slow down and look at the whole picture.
I work with people who feel overwhelmed or stuck in cycles that don’t feel good for anyone — often thoughtful guardians who have tried their best and still aren’t sure about what their dog actually needs. And the dogs I work with are often struggling to fit into a human world that moves fast and expects a lot.
Many of the people I work with know what they don’t want. They’re uncomfortable with old-school methods, punishment-based approaches, or advice that doesn’t sit right — but they’re not sure what a modern, humane approach actually looks like in practice. My role is to help bridge that gap and turn good intentions into clear, effective training they can use in real life.
My approach is rooted in real life, observation, and learning theory. Not quick fixes. Not rigid rules. And definitely not punishment, fear, or force.
How I Work
I use evidence-based, positive-reinforcement-focused training methods that prioritize understanding behaviour over controlling it.
That means:
Looking at why a behaviour is happening, not just what it looks like
Supporting regulation, recovery, and learning capacity — not pushing dogs past their limits
Teaching skills in ways that actually transfer to real life
Helping dogs learn before they’re overwhelmed, not in the middle of a crisis
Training, to me, is communication. Two different species learning how to understand each other better. When expectations are clear and learning is supported, behaviour change becomes more reliable — and less stressful for everyone.
Training That Builds Real-Life Skills
Dogs aren’t born knowing the rules or what we expect of them. Skills like walking with you, coming when called, and making good decisions around distractions are learned — and they’re best taught with clarity and consistency.
A big part of my work is helping dogs build strong foundations that support everyday life. These are functional skills that transfer into real situations, helping dogs stay engaged, think clearly, and respond in ways that work for both ends of the leash.
When management and training are built thoughtfully, dogs aren’t just performing behaviours — they’re learning how to navigate their world with more confidence and clarity.
My Background & Training
I’m a dog guardian first — and a certified professional with a strong foundation in learning theory, behaviour science, and modern dog training practices.
I’m committed to ongoing education and regularly update my work based on current research and continuing education — because dogs, behaviour, and the science behind them doesn’t stand still.
Credentials matter, but so does practical experience. I’ve worked with hundreds of puppies, adolescent dogs, rescues, and adult dogs with complex behaviour histories, and I design training plans that fit real households— not the carefully curated versions you see online.
Why My Work Looks the Way It Does
My dogs and cat have been, and always will be some of my best teachers.
Sharing your life with animals — especially more than one — has a way of humbling you. It teaches you to slow down and notice subtle communication, individual needs, and how environment, stress, history, and learning intersect.
Behaviour is information — and a form of communication. My job is to help you learn how to interpret it and respond in ways that make life better for everyone involved.
What You Can Expect Working With Me
Clients often tell me they leave sessions feeling:
More confident reading their dog’s behaviour
Less overwhelmed by conflicting advice
Better equipped to make decisions that actually fit their dog and their life
My goal isn’t perfection or obedience for obedience’s sake. It’s clarity, function, and a relationship that feels easier and more enjoyable over time.
Whether we’re working on foundations, behaviour challenges, or everyday skills, the focus stays the same: understanding first, training second — always with respect for the dog in front of us.