Private Coaching for Behavioural Solutions

Discover Your Dog’s Potential with Compassionate Education and Coaching

Whether your dog struggles with fear, reactivity, big feelings, or total chaos, I help dogs and their people discover calm, confidence, and connection.

My approach is rooted in modern animal behaviour science and positive reinforcement, using reward-based training and non-aversive techniques—no pain, no shock, no fear. I focus on nurturing positive emotions and reinforcing desired behaviours, while guiding you to effectively manage and reduce unwanted ones. Supporting both ends of the leash, I’ll create a customized action plan with practical solutions that fit your real life, all while strengthening the bond with your canine companion.

With expert, force-free dog training, a harmonious life with your dog is waiting.

I can help with

House Manners

Jumping, Chaos at the Door, Stealing Items and Chewing, Biting and Mouthing People, Clothing, or the Leash

Essential Life Skills

Loose Leash Walking, Recall and Focus in Real-World Environments

Reactivity

Barking, Lunging and Frustation Towards Dogs, People, or Moving Objects

Fear and Anxiety

Fear of People, Environments, Noises, Surfaces, or Vehicles

New Adoption

Strong Start for Rescued Puppies and Dogs

Cooperative Care

Fear and Force-Free Grooming and Veterinary Care, Resolve Fear of Handling or the Harness

Resource Guarding Towards People or Dogs

Protective of Food, Toys, People or Spaces

Enrichment

Emotional and Physical Well-Being with Mental Stimulation, Problem-Solving, Play and Exploration

Separation Anxiety

Isolation and Crate Training

How It Works

All behaviour solution packages begin with a comprehensive 75-minute consultation, available in-person or virtual. During this session, I’ll take a detailed history of your dog, learn about your lifestyle and routines, and discuss safety and management strategies. Together, we’ll develop a personalized training plan tailored to your needs, and I’ll guide you through the steps to get started. Afterward, you’ll receive a detailed training plan with step-by-step instructions, handouts, and additional educational resources.

Private coaching sessions take place in the comfort of your home, in nearby parks, or other real-life environments. Depending on your goals and the topics you’d like to address, packages range from two to six sessions (including your initial consultation), scheduled weekly or bi-weekly. Long-term goals may be achieved over several months, and many clients participate in ongoing, intensive coaching and support—from puppyhood through adulthood.

Foundations

$320

Growing

$560

Thriving

$800

Day Training

Available exclusively to current clients, I work one-on-one with your dog, provide socialization opportunities with a small group of dogs, and handle some of the training for you.

Why Choose K9 Kind?

When you choose to work with Carrie, you’re partnering with a skilled and credentialed Certified Dog Trainer and Behaviour Consultant dedicated to helping you resolve behaviour challenges using positive reinforcement and scientifically sound, force-free methods. Our services are designed to foster a genuine partnership between you and your dog, focusing on trust and communication to create lasting, meaningful change. With a strong focus on emotional wellbeing, and real-world practice our programs empower both dogs and their people to grow together.

Carrie supports you as much as your dog. Whether you’re working through behaviour challenges, giving a rescue a second chance, or looking to build confidence and calmness, the formula is simple – set your dog up for success, think in terms of what you want your dog to do, not what you don’t want them to do, and reinforce what your dog does right. The result is a cooperative, harmonious relationship rooted in trust and understanding.

What People are Saying

Susan

I have learned so much about how to properly care for and train dogs in a loving, patient and fun way. I’m so impressed to see how consistent effort can have a huge impact on a dog’s behav- iour and well being.

Jana Lynne

We are grateful for the training expertise and the clarity of training. Our dog Sitka learned a lot in a few short weeks, making his and our lives more focused on how he thinks and how to consistently teach him how to be a great companion!

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