About Us

Desiree’s love of dogs has been present her whole life, but her passion for everything dog-related just keeps growing! Since starting her career in the canine industry she has met many fabulous trainers from local trainers to around Canada and the USA (including TV celebrities Cesar Millan of “The Dog Whisperer” and Brad Pattison of “At the End of My Leash”) and has learned something from each one of them.

After a couple years of traditional training, she felt there was something missing and began to focus on dog psychology and behaviour, and thus “Canine Coaching” was born. Desiree enjoys teaching her obedience classes, which are primarily positive based, and has modified her techniques several times over the years including a 2010 update that does away with “levels” all together. “Having fun and seeing quick results is a great motivator!” says Desiree. Through all this fun, her heart truly lies in one on one in home training for behavioural cases. She hopes to grow her business to one day open a rehabilitation centre for particularly challenging dogs. Her desire to learn about canine behaviour, and dogs in general, seems never-ending.

Desiree founded “In The Dog House” in 2007 and believes that educating the owners is a critical component in achieving long-term success. She uses a balanced approach to dog training and keeps an open mind to all (non-abusive) methods; recognizing each dog and family has a unique situation and should be treated as such.

Desiree and her husband share their loving home with BamBam (Yorkshire Terrier), Oreo and Orion (Cats), and Merlin (Mini Australian Shepherd)

How is your canine communication?

Desiree believes mis-communication between human and canine is the primary cause of most “bad behaviour”. Insight into a dog’s mind is a priceless lifetime lesson for any dog owner. I want to help you understand your dog, so your dog can understand you! A good trainer should help you form a stronger bond with your dog; to develop a relationship built on trust and respect.