Sam’s Certifications:
- Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA)
- Certified Trick Dog Instructor (CTDI)
- Animal Actor Evaluator with Do More with Your Dog
- BSc in Applied Animal Biology
- Registered Veterinary Technologist (RVT) with BCVTA
- RT(R) with the CAMRT
About Sam
Sam has enjoyed a rich career helping dogs and their people since 2018. Focused on helping her clients achieve success in dog sports through comprehensive programs and coaching, Sam is motivated by seeing her clients develop strong relationships and behaviours with their dogs.
Having a love for teaching and emphasizing a fun (& thorough!) learning environment for both her two and four-legged students, Sam believes training should not only be rewarding for the handler, but also easy to understand from the dog’s perspective. While embracing this approach, Sam is able to give her clients the understanding and motivation necessary to train a ribbon-worthy dog, all while using positive, science-based, force-free methods.
When Sam isn’t helping her clients, you can find her competing in agility & scentwork competitions or training in obedience with her two Belgian Tervurens, Emilie and Jacqueline.
Whether you’re just discovering dog sports, or you’re ready to start ribbon hunting, Sam can’t wait to help you & your dog.
