Vanessa’s passion for animals was obvious from a very young age and she is a devoted dog lover.
Vanessa has worked with dogs for over 7 years, and has a natural talent in understanding their needs.
Vanessa has a diverse background in dealing with all types of dogs.
- Volunteer dog walker at the SPCA (red level volunteer, worked with difficult cases), 2004-2007
- Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT, PPSEC certified school, Ben Kersen, graduated top of her class), 2007
- City of Coquitlam Animal Shelter volunteer dog trainer (training and rehabilitation of difficult dogs), 2009-present
- City of Coquitlam Auxillary Dog Trainer (teaches City of Coquitlam Obedience classes), 2010-present
- Good Dog Training (Dog Trainer for all levels of obedience and behaviour modification training), 2008-2009
- Good Dog Inc. (Owner - Good Dog Ranch & Spa daycare, boarding, training of all levels and types), 2009-present
Each dog she works with is trained with a unique approach based on their circumstances, but it is always based on
helping owners gain confidence in their relationship with their dogs.
Though she has completed formal training, she believes that learning is a lifelong endeavour and plans to always continue
with her education.
Vanessa owns a German Shepherd and has trained her from 8 weeks old to an Advanced level of training. Vanessa also shares
her life with her daughter, Olivia, and her husband, Jerry.
