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Meet Dawn – Founder of Divine Dog Training

     

Divine Dog Training began as a passion project for Dawn, a lifelong animal lover and dedicated pet parent. Inspired by her German Shepherd, Maya, Dawn dove deep into the world of canine communication and positive dog training. What started as a personal journey grew into a calling—one rooted in empathy, education, and a desire to strengthen the bond between people and their dogs.

Dawn’s path led her to foster puppies for rescue organizations and volunteer with a local animal shelter, where she gained hands-on experience working with dogs of all backgrounds. She has since become a trusted trainer with extensive experience helping both shelter dogs and family pets thrive.

In addition to her training expertise, Dawn is a Canine Health Canada certified Canine Emergency First Aid & CPR Instructor, committed to the health and safety of every dog in her care.

At home, Dawn shares life with her three cherished dogs—Maya, Theo, and Heidi—and two charismatic cats, Jak and Kelso.

Dawn is a strong advocate for fear-free, science-backed, and reinforcement-based dog training, following LIMA (Least Invasive, Minimally Aversive) principles. She believes training should not only be effective—it should also be fun, empowering, and relationship-building.

Her ultimate goal? To help families develop clear, consistent communication with their canine companions and build meaningful, lasting connections.

 

 

 

Divine Dog Training’s Mission

Through customized, positive, reinforcement-based dog training and consultation, Divine Dog Training is dedicated to providing knowledgeable, compassionate, and thoughtful education by working collaboratively with dog owners—always with a focus on the unique needs of each family and their canine companion

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Divine Manners Group Class

Course Details:
• Length: 5 weeks (1 class per week, 60 minutes)
• Dates: July 9 – August 6, 2025, Wednesdays 7:00-8:00 pm
• Fee: $199+ GST
• For: Adolescent dogs, adult & senior dogs needing a refresher
• Focus: Real-life manners, impulse control, leash skills & more
• Method: Positive reinforcement and science-based training
• Includes: Weekly homework handouts, personal support via email or text between
sessions and a graduation certificate

 

With the skills gained in these classes, you’ll be left feeling confident to tackle any challenges you and your pup may face in their journey through life
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Please contact Bark Lodge to sign up for upcoming sessions through phone, email or in store. All class sizes will be kept small, to a maximum of 6 dogs, owner's will be responsible for bringing treats for a reward and a collar/leash. 

 

Please arrive a few minutes early to allow your dog to become familiar with the area so they are focused and ready once the class begins.

 

We require Parvo, Distemper & Rabies vaccines for all dogs. Bordatella (kennel cough) is not mandatory but recommended.
Please email records prior to your visit or bring in a printed certificate from your veterinarian.

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