My passion for dogs and dog training started when my family adopted Buddy, a lovely rescue dog with fear and dog aggression issues. I began researching and learning how to manage these things with my own findings and working with a local dog trainer as a client. Buddy still has his issues, but he has come a long way.

I wanted to learn more about dog behavior and dog training, so I continued my learning at the Canine Academy Professional Dog Trainer Program. I learned from Sue McMullen, a graduate from the University of Toronto in animal behavior. I am always continuing to learn through books, videos, and looking at what other dog trainers are doing.

I have experience walking different types of dogs, including large reactive dogs. I have volunteered at the SPCA dog kennel. I am dog and cat first aid certified through the Canadian Red Cross.